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

鈥淭he BETA project was completed on an incredibly accelerated schedule,鈥?said Olivia. 鈥淲e 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 鈥?that is truly incredible!鈥?/p>

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.

鈥淚 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.鈥?/p>

What contributes to Olivia鈥檚 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: 鈥淲hen 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.鈥?She took those words to heart.

鈥淚 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,鈥?said Olivia. 鈥淎nd then I fell in love with the idea of being a part of a team that actually builds them.鈥?/p>

At the end of the day, she really enjoys problem solving and being part of building something new that will have lasting community impact. 鈥淎chieving a milestone 鈥?whether large or small, on my own or as part of a team 鈥?is so incredibly motivating.鈥?/p>

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.

The post Employee Owner Spotlight: Oliva Costin and the BETA Experience appeared first on PC Construction.

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鈥檚 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.

鈥淎s 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.鈥?/p>

But it wasn鈥檛 until 2023 that he attended the Vermont Employee Ownership Conference (VEOC) and the light bulb lit up.

鈥淎ttending 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鈥檚 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.鈥?/p>

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鈥檚 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鈥檇 like to have met: Jerry Garcia

The post Who is Brady Fox? appeared first on PC Construction.

I am so honored to launch this year鈥檚 Women in Construction Week.聽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鈥檛 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鈥檛 quit until they鈥檝e accomplished what鈥檚 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鈥檝e 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鈥檒l 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鈥檓 proud to be your fellow employee owner.

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

The post Celebrating Women in Construction Week 2025 appeared first on PC Construction.

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鈥檚 reinforcing the importance of personal protective equipment or holding regular safety meetings, Shane consistently ensures that safety isn鈥檛 just a box to check 鈥?it鈥檚 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!

The post Leadman Reaches 60,000 Safe Work Hours appeared first on PC Construction.

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 鈥?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!

The post Embracing New Beginnings: Reflections on My First Month at PC Construction appeared first on PC Construction.

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 鈥?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 鈥?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 鈥?and my love and thanks are with them. I鈥檓 so excited that they 鈥?and my eight grandchildren 鈥?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鈥檚 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!

The post A New Chapter in a 46-Year Career appeared first on PC Construction.