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Choudary Joins Elaine Construction

Newton, MA – Kamran Choudary joins Elaine Construction Company’s project team as a senior MEP manager.

Choudary brings over a decade of experience working for mechanical contracting frms with a dedicated focus on preconstruction planning, design/ assist, procurement, coordination, installation and commissioning support. He will assist Elaine’s director of engi-

neering, Tom Monroe, across market sectors on projects with advanced systems requirements, and/or infrastructure upgrades, while serving as a resource to project managers. “ am’s background and expertise will bring great value to our clients as they work to houdar retroft existing buildings in support of new regulatory requirements for reduction in emissions,” said Lisa Wexler, president.

TFMoran Welcomes Bowman

ulia Bedford, NH – Julia Bowman has joined TFMoran, Inc. as a stormwater engineering intern for the summer. She is currently studying environmental engineering at the University of New Hampshire (UNH).

Bowman has previous work experience as an undergraduate research assistant at UNH, creating control charts for southern New Hampshire towns to monitor chemicals in drinking water.

Weston & Sampson Members Awarded

Reading, MA – Robin Seidel, AIA of Weston & Sampson has been named one of 2022’s Ascending Leaders by the Environmental Business Council of New England (EBC). The award recognizes young professionals in the energy and environmental sectors who demonstrate exceptional leadership and industry involvement early in their careers.

Seidel specializes in urban resilience, adapting the built environment, multihazard vulnerability assessments, sustainable design, mitigation strategy development, and stakeholder engagement. She routinely works closely with municipalities, state agencies, private residential, commercial, and university clients on their climate initiatives.

Additionally, Weston & Sampson’s Julie Eaton Ernst, P.E. was recently named the 2022 Young Professional of the Year by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts (ACEC/MA).

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she has led several “frst of their kind” projects including the City of Boston’s resilient design guidelines for public rights-of-way, the Resilient MA Action Team’s Climate Resilience Design Standards Tool, and the frst climate resilience assessment performed for a MBTA rapid transit line.

She also supported the integration of climate adaptation strategies for the design and construction of the resilient Langone Park and Puopolo Playground on the waterfront in Boston’s North End, which received a 2022 Engineering Silver Excellence Award from ACEC/MA.

Send your personnel announcements to editor@high-profile.com Bowdoin Promotes Duffy

Needham Heights, MA – Bowdoin Construction Corp. announced the recent promotion of Geralyn (Gerry) Duffy to the position of vice president of human resources.

Duffy has been with Bowdoin for 40 years, joining the frm as the executive assistant to the president, and going on to assume the offce management role before

taking on all human resource responsibilities. She also serves as the company’s primary interface for information technology-related issues. Through her promotion, Duffy joins Bowdoin’s executive committee, helping to steer the uff company into the next decade as the frm approaches its 50th anniversary in 2023.

ReyCon Promotes LeClerc

Plymouth, MA – ReyCon president, Mike Reynolds, announced the promotion of Andrew LeClerc to vice president of construction at the multi-market construction management frm.

LeClerc has been with ReyCon (formerly Reynolds Construction) for 12 years, initially joining the company as an assistant project manager before being elevated to project manager.

“We’re thrilled to announce Andrew’s well-earned promotion. He has been an invaluable part of our team and our growth over the past decade. His extensive experience in the industry and his commitment to excellence and the highest standards of client satisfaction will e lerc position him for great success in this new expanded role,” Reynolds said.

Colantonio Hires Three

Holliston, MA – Colantonio Inc. announced the hiring of BIM/ MEP Coordinator Victor ue, LEED AP, WELL AP and Assistant Superintendents Stephanie ue

Collins and Andrew Cassidy. ue joins the frm with fve years of experience in project management, consulting, and BIM and MEP design. Former employers include U.S. Green Building Council and TG Gallagher.

Collins has seven years of experience in engineering design and construction services, on-site inspection, and administration. Her former employers include Weston & Sampson, Tighe & Bond, and

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the City of Woburn.

Cassidy joins Colantonio with 14 years of on-the-job experience as a carpenter foreman, journeyman carpenter and site superintendent.

“We are pleased to have Victor, Stephanie, and Andy join us,” said Colantonio president, George Willwerth. “They have the experience and energy we need to support the steady growth of our portfolio.”

Panzo Named Sr. VP of Life Sciences

Boston – The Boston offce of Cresa announced that RJ Panzo has joined its team as senior vice president of life sciences.

With a background as a scientist and lab operator, Panzo will bring end-user perspective to support Cresa’s life sciences clients. He will collaborate with Cresa’s real estate advisors, consultants, and strategists to provide industry-specifc insights and creative

solutions to clients and partners across Greater Boston. Panzo previously held the position of corporate managing director of lab and facility planning at T3 Advisors, A Savills Company, where he developed and executed lab an o operations and real estate strategies for life sciences companies at all stages of growth.

Phase Zero Design Names New Partner

Simsbury, CT – Phase Zero Design announced that Ron Goodin has been named partner and shareholder of the frm. He joined the team in 2019 as healthcare principal.

The company’s representatives say Goodin’s leadership within the frm and successful growth of the healthcare market has elevated the frm’s culture, growth, and business strategy, and that his unique professional background – having sat on all sides of the table – provides the Phase Zero Design team and its clients with the experience and expertise to get the job done on budget, on time, and on vision.

“Adding Ron to our leadership group was a nobrainer,” said Matt Wittmer, co-founding principal of Phase Zero Design. “He has positively impacted staff, projects, and clients. We are incredibly lucky Goodin

to have him help propel the frm forward.”

Goodin has led successful design and construction on some of Phase Zero Design’s most impactful projects to date, such as Bristol Hospital’s Emergency Department addition and renovation.

Grove Promoted to Senior VP of Sr. Living

Lancaster, PA – Wohlsen Construction Company announced that Bernard L. “Bud” Grove has been promoted to senior vice president of senior living.

In his role, Grove will lead Wohlsen’s senior living initiatives across its geographic footprint and provide support and expertise to assure client and project expectations are delivered.

He has served in numerous roles in the construction industry during his career, from feld supervisor to engineer,

and project manager to project executive. He joined the Wohlsen team in 2011 and has served in various capacities, including vice president of government division, project executive, and vice president of Gro e operations. He recently served as vice president of project development, providing preconstruction and budgeting oversight for Wohlsen’s senior living clients.

North Branch Welcomes Four

Concord, NH – North Branch Construction announced the hiring of four new team members. evin ins joins the frm in the role of project superintendent. He brings over 40 years of commercial and residential construction experience in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. In addition to extensive experience in all aspects of building construction, Zins has over 30 years supervisory and management experience in construction and public safety. He recently retired as battalion chief after a 36-year career with the Londonderry Fire Department.

The frm also welcomes en Dufresne as a project superintendent. He brings over 20 years of commercial construction experience along with leadership and management skills honed while working on large and complex construction projects. ristine McDevitt joins the frm in the role of project engineer. She comes to North Branch Construction with extensive experience overseeing complex, deadline-driven projects, fostering relationships and communicating with a diverse community of stakeholders, and

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developing and managing the fnancial and contractual components of the project. elli Mackay has been hired as accounts payable & human resources assistant. She brings accounts payable, human resources, and administrative support skills from the retail and hospitality sectors to her new position.

Architecture Firm Announces Promotions

Hartford, CT – Tecton Architects recently announced the promotion of four staff members within the frm. ustin Hopkins, RA, NCARB has been elevated to associate principal. He brings more than 20 years of experience in managing complex projects with a concentration of work in academic, community and industrial environments. Hopkins joined the frm in 2013 and has worked closely with leadership to expand the presence and reputation of Tecton’s Rhode Island studio. As a senior project manager, he has overseen many of the frm’s largest projects, and the company’s representatives say he has been a strong voice in shaping Tecton’s approach to integrated team management practices.

Matt Salad, AIA, NCARB, MCPPO has been promoted to associate. He has been a part of Tecton’s public safety studio since joining the frm in 2012. The frm’s representatives say his understanding of the public construction process and strong relationships with regional contractors have contributed to the frm’s progressive growth in Massachusetts and reputation for quality work.

Rebecca Hopkins, AIA, NCARB, EDAC has been promoted to associate. Representatives of Tecton say she has been an integral part of the frm for ten years and has tackled a broad range of work, spanning high-end corporate environments, public safety facilities

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and mixed use development. Since 2016, she has also led Tecton’s technology integration strategy as the frm’s manager of emerging technology. ennifer Saari, marketing manager, has also been promoted to associate. She brings 15 years of experience in implementing marketing and communications strategies in the building industry. She joined Tecton in 2015 and has established a collaborative partnership with frm leadership and design teams, reshaping how Tecton pursues work and communicates visionary design, according to the frm’s representatives.

BVH Announces Promotions

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Bloomfeld, CT – BVH Integrated Services, Inc., a Salas O’Brien company, announced recent project management promotions.

Luke Conte, PE, LEED AP joined BVH’s Boston offce in 2021 with more than 18 years of industry experience. His portfolio encompasses academic institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial properties. His recent experience includes projects with the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, University of Notre Dame, and Smith College.

With 10 years of structural engineering design experience at BVH, Jeffrey Davis, PE has a diverse portfolio of complex renovation and new building projects for higher education, healthcare, and corporate clients. His recent work

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includes Conn’s Mansfeld Apartments and South Campus Residence and Dining Facility, and a new academic building at Quinnipiac University.

Lance Martin, PE is an electrical engineer with eight years of design experience at BVH. He specializes in large, complex building and infrastructure projects at higher education institutions, including the University of Connecticut and the University of Notre Dame.

A plumbing designer with 26 years of industry experience, Nicole Parker, CPD, CFPS, LEED Green Assoc. currently serves as president of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers, Connecticut chapter. Her experience comprises many healthcare and higher education projects throughout the Northeast, including work at Baystate Health, Norwalk Hospital, and Quinnipiac University.