Reflecting on all the projects she’s worked on, there’s no question which was her favorite: the BETA Technologies Manufacturing and Assembly Facility in South Burlington, Vermont.

“The BETA project was completed on an incredibly accelerated schedule,” said Olivia. “We delivered the project just 2.5 years after kickoff, which included six months for early design packages and six months for permitting. Imagine, a 188,500-square-foot facility going from the first concrete placement to the owner installing equipment in less than one year – that is truly incredible!”

The high-bay facility, located next to the Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport runways, includes aircraft manufacture and assembly space, office space and support areas. Work on the 40-acre former brownfield site included substantial site preparation, including blasting and excavation, installation of a parking lot and a utility road, and installation of a 2.7-acre geothermal field, which is one of the largest in New England.

“I learned so much working on this project. The pace, the people, the sheer size and scope of the facility, the complexity, and the all-in effort from every member of the team made every day exciting.”

What contributes to Olivia’s success?

When the time came to start seriously thinking about a career path, Olivia knew math and science were her strengths. She thought maybe education would be a good choice but her aunt, a respected math teacher, said: “When I was your age, I was told the only thing I could do in the math field was teach. So you go be an engineer.” She took those words to heart.

“I started exploring engineering as a major and became completely fascinated by the idea that I could go to school and learn how a bridge or a building is structurally engineered,” said Olivia. “And then I fell in love with the idea of being a part of a team that actually builds them.”

At the end of the day, she really enjoys problem solving and being part of building something new that will have lasting community impact. “Achieving a milestone – whether large or small, on my own or as part of a team – is so incredibly motivating.”

Olivia is now leading the charge on a large hotel addition just a mile down the road from the BETA project. She has a commanding presence combined with a fun personality that draws in a team like no other. We are lucky and proud to have Olivia as a PC Construction leader and employee owner.

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From an early age, Brady loved buildings and architecture, which led him to study engineering in college. During his sophomore year, he interned at PC as a laborer. He enjoyed it so much, he returned for a second internship the following summer and, upon graduation from UVM, joined the team as an office engineer. Not long after, he was accepted into PC’s Leadership Development Program to further advance his career.

When he joined PC, he understood the company was employee owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and he understood it was a great addition to his regular retirement plan.

“As a 21-year-old fresh out of college, retirement was far off, and not something I was really thinking about. But there was something I did understand right away, especially in contrast to many of my friends who constantly complained about their jobs: being an owner of the company where you work is just different. Immediately, I sensed a spirit of collaboration, equality and encouragement of growth that stemmed from our shared ownership in the company.”

But it wasn’t until 2023 that he attended the Vermont Employee Ownership Conference (VEOC) and the light bulb lit up.

“Attending the VEOC for the first time opened my eyes to what employee ownership is really about and how it works for the employee owners. I returned to the VEOC in 2024 and am now a member of PC’s Employee Ownership Connection Team, which educates employees on how the ESOP works, why it works, and how we can use innovate ways to think together and further our collaborative culture. I went from not knowing anything about ESOPs to passionately believing they can and should be our future.”

In fact, he feels so passionately about employee ownership that he reached out to local publications to submit an op-ed, such as this one with VT Digger. He continues to advocate for ESOPs as a powerful and successful business model. To say we are proud to have him on our team is an understatement!

More About Brady

• Little known fact about me: I can solve a Rubik’s cube in less than one minute
• What I do to give back: I enjoy working with the Vermont Foodbank alongside some other PC employees and I look forward to doing more with them when I return to VT
• My hobbies: Skiing and playing soccer
• Favorite meal: Large pepperoni pizza
• Person I’d like to have met: Jerry Garcia

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I am so honored to launch this year’s Women in Construction Week. Throughout this week, the entire industry will recognize women for their contributions and achievements in construction, and their dedication to helping mentor and guide other women grow interest in our profession.

Twenty years ago, a kid fresh out of college, I stepped onto my first construction site. Those formative days are now a blur, but I do remember that there was only one woman on that first project. Over the years, I have watched a tremendous transition take place and now, I can proudly say that my current project management team is comprised of 28% women.

Every day, I am surrounded by an incredible group of talented women who love this industry as much as I do. To be honest, I don’t view the contributions of my female counterparts as important because they are women but because of the incredible work they do on every project. I appreciate their innovation, intelligence and talents. Their energy and enthusiasm are contagious, and they don’t quit until they’ve accomplished what’s needed. The women at PC bring different perspectives, solutions and negotiation tactics that help us excel in our industry. In fact, at PC, we have been able to improve our project delivery and client relationships because we’ve created positions that are designed to maximize the skills, knowledge and talents of several women in our company. They make incredible contributions as part of our management team, and I am proud to have the opportunity to work with a few of them every day.

I hope we continue to turn the tables on this traditionally male industry. At PC Construction, we have two extraordinary women as part of our engineer-in-training program. Even more exciting, they are both planning to go the superintendent career path. I have the pleasure of working with one of them right now and am inspired by her dedication to the work. It gives me so much hope for the future.

Construction is such a rewarding career. The benefits are great, the growth potential is exciting, and there can be tremendous flexibility. It offers opportunities to solve problems and work with a large network of people to achieve a common goal. And it never gets old driving by a project you helped build and seeing how it positively impacts the community.

Over the course of the next week, you’ll get to meet some of the women at PC who play crucial roles in projects constructed along the East Coast. I hope they inspire young women and demonstrate how fulfilling and rewarding a construction career can be. In the meantime, hats off to all the women at PC Construction. I’m proud to be your fellow employee owner.

Pictured above, Dan Stromberg, far left, collaborating with members of his project team.

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As a leadman, Shane is responsible for overseeing safety protocols, managing his crew and ensuring the worksite runs smoothly. He emphasizes proactive safety measures to avoid potential risks. In addition, his leadership has been so important in cultivating a culture of safety on the jobsite. Whether it’s reinforcing the importance of personal protective equipment or holding regular safety meetings, Shane consistently ensures that safety isn’t just a box to check – it’s a mindset everyone adopts.

Safety is one of the greatest challenges every construction company faces. We take great pride in our safety successes and celebrate those in our industry who dedicate their entire careers to ensuring a safe workplace for themselves and their fellow team members.

Congratulations, Shane!

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The journey began in Vermont, where comprehensive training sessions and meetings with the management team provided a solid foundation. The project visits across Maine and New Hampshire have been particularly enlightening. Walking the jobsites with our team members, equipped with a hard hat, vest, and safety glasses, felt like coming home. These visits weren’t just about our active projects – they were about connecting with the people who make PC Construction exceptional.

One of the most rewarding aspects has been representing PC Construction as an employee owner at various industry events. The enthusiastic welcome I received from networking partners at MEREDA, Portland Chamber, and AGC events has been truly heartening. These connections reinforce the strong reputation PC Construction has built in the industry.

Looking ahead, my vision centers on strengthening and revitalizing key industry partnerships that will drive mutual success. I am committed to understanding our partners’ evolving needs and challenges and will work hard to develop mutually beneficial opportunities. What excites me most is the potential to bring out the best in these relationships. When partners truly understand and complement each other’s strengths, the results exceed expectations. This collaborative spirit, combined with PC Construction’s proven expertise, positions us perfectly for continued growth and success.

The support and encouragement from my new colleagues have made this transition remarkably natural, and I’m filled with optimism about what we’ll achieve together. The journey has only just begun, but it already it feels like I’m exactly where I’m meant to be. Here’s to the road ahead!

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My journey dates back to May 1978. I had just graduated with an engineering degree from the University of Vermont and applied to a family-owned firm with three brothers at the helm. That one decision sealed my fate, connecting me to a group of dedicated construction professionals who helped me become what I am today.

My formative years were spent with our estimating department – the foundation of all projects and a key ingredient of project success. After graduating from a comprehensive engineer-in-training program, my journey would take me into the field and a plethora of markets, locations and project teams. I always challenged myself to evaluate my personal and professional path every five years – and every time, I came to the same conclusion. And the proof is a long, successful career with a great company.

The ultimate factor in my success over the years is, of course, the people in this great business. The relationships with my fellow employee owners, our incredible customers and project partners have truly made all the difference. My sincerest thank you to all of you.

I would be remiss if I did not include my family in this message. They supported my career in every way and were instrumental in creating a home that allowed me to thrive at PC. My wife and children are a part of every project I was involved with – and my love and thanks are with them. I’m so excited that they – and my eight grandchildren – will have my undivided attention in the years ahead!

Moving forward, all of our customers and partners in the Seacoast region will have the absolute pleasure of collaborating with Lisa Beeler, the newest addition to PC’s business development team. She is incredibly talented and exudes so much excitement for our industry, the projects, and relationships. Please give her a warm welcome!

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In total, over $13,500 worth of gifts were gathered from PC employees, their families and our very generous trade partners and suppliers. All gifts were donated to the Black Mountain Home and Eliada.

The Black Mountain home had a landslide destroy all four of their recreational buildings, dining halls, and guest cabins. PC was one of several sponsors who provided gifts for the 63 children currently residing in the facility. While Eliada sustained much less damage, they currently have 467 children in their residence, ranging in age from newborn to 21 years. All children will receive two or three gifts from our donation alone, and we hope others participate to make this a Christmas they won’t forget!

Thank you to my fellow team members – Erica Baldwin, Erik Marshall, Bayden Wilson, Nick Swan and Joseph Berrigan – for jumping in to make this event a success. And a special thank you to all of our donors and partners who showed such kindness and generosity this holiday season, including but not limited to: Chinchor Electric, Beltway Paving, Universal Painting, WW Enroughty, Smart Electric, Cohrane Steel, Continental Fire & Sprinkler Company, Commercial Doors & Hardware, Womack Electric, Pleasant Mount Welding, Halliday Products, Inc., Lopez Rebar, American Layout & Land Surveying, LLC, Cardinal Building Systems, Noble Specialties, McDade Waterworks, Ferguson, Felker Brothers, Dixie Metals, Lake Electric, Fountain Electric, MB Haynes Electric, Llamas Coatings, Hickory Mechanical, Dickinson Hauling, Superior Mechanical, Piedmont Plumbing Group, Heyward of Charlotte, EW2 Environmental, Fortech, Revere Controls, Piedmont Automation.

Happy holidays from the North Carolina team!

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The team spent the next day at one of our wastewater treatment construction projects where they interacted with a panel of former LDP engineers and toured the site guided by another recent LDP graduate. After lunch, we dove into DiSC profile styles and how we can use them to gain self-awareness and communicate more effectively in our roles. To wrap up the day, a panel of PC’s construction executives and vice presidents from along the East Coast joined the group to share their unique career paths and advice for the LDPs as they progress in their careers. With the day’s formal program concluded, we headed to Top Golf for some fun and networking.

The final day began with a session about PC’s core values, what they really mean and how they guide our actions across the company. To wrap up the Academy, we worked together to develop leadership statements, our “elevator pitches” about who we want to be and how we want to be seen as leaders.

The group was engaged and energized from start to finish, asking thoughtful questions and grasping every opportunity to learn and build connections with their peers. They make me excited about the future of PC!

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We are so proud to announce that PC Construction was once again selected to receive a Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness GOLD Level Award! This award recognizes Vermont organizations with a strong commitment to health and wellness. We invest in our employee owners by offering a comprehensive benefits and wellness program, including three medical insurance plan options, access to onsite clinicians with Marathon Health, generous time off, and an extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), to name a few. I joined fellow members of our Human Resources team – Stephanie Drew, Macie Sicard and Angie Wallace – to accept the award.  

The right mix of benefits, support and encouragement contributes significantly to a healthy work environment. We are proud of our efforts that ensure all PC employee owners and their families have access to a range of opportunities to maximize their health and wellness.

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PC’s fundraising efforts took off strong and soared to the top. With generous support from family, friends and business partners, PC landed in fourth place among 30 teams for our fundraising efforts (all puns intended!).

The Travis Mills Foundation supports post-911 recalibrated veterans and their families overcome physical and emotional obstacles and strengthen their families through a variety of programs. In total, the plane pull raised close to $200,000 to help support the foundation.

Congratulations to all who came out and made this event such a success!

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Garrett brings over 15 years’ experience in the field of safety, successfully implementing innovative safety protocols on a range of complex construction projects across many markets. His history with risk assessment, training, regulatory compliance and employee engagement aligns perfectly with our PEOPLE FIRST core value.

“My philosophy for achieving exceptional safety performance combines sound safety system principles with organizational culture change,” said Garrett. “The safe execution of work occurs when we use training, planning, and inspection tools in a standardized manner – and that requires active participation by every single person entering our jobsites. I have admired PC for many years and am so excited to now be part of the team!”

Please join us in welcoming Garrett to the PC team!

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PC women from both operations and office roles spent the day working on a duplex build site in Burlington, Vermont. Women make up about 10% of the construction industry nationally, and at PC we are just above this average. It is not uncommon to be the only woman on a team or jobsite, so having a crew comprised completely of women was really exciting.

We worked with the affectionally self-named “Geezer Crew” on this build. It was inspiring to work with a group of retirees who have become long-time volunteers for Habitat. Their passion for building and giving back was evident as they led our crew through several projects, including setting up scaffolding for a scheduled roofing crew, framing and roofing front porches, installing ZIP sheathing and various other tasks to progress the build. It was really exciting to see the progress that we made at the end of the day, and we look forward to participating in this event again next year!

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