Colantonio, Inc.

9 years with Colantonio

17 years construction experience

University of Massachusetts Amherst, BS in Building Materials and Wood Technology

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

CSI Certified Construction Documents Technologist

Timberline Estimating Software

Planswift OnScreen Take-Off Software

InSite SiteWork and Utility Estimating Software

Chris joined Colantonio in 2012 with 11 years of estimating and project management experience with previous employers EMJ Corporation, Pulte Homes and Mullaney Corporation.  He has since been instrumental in the firm’s success in winning public contracts and in its expansion into the private mixed income/senior housing market.  Chris helps develop and execute the firm’s strategic plans, and manages the Preconstruction and Estimating Team.

Chris believes that careful planning, detailed thinking, and a properly executed preconstruction process will make any project successful.  “We are careful to control Colantonio’s growth to keep our volume at a manageable level,” he says.  “This allows our Preconstruction Team to dedicate the time necessary to deliver the highest quality of estimating, planning, and scheduling services to each of our clients.”

Chris and his wife have three daughters under the age of five.  “What is ‘spare time’?”, he wants to know.

Fran has grown the company from a solid carpentry business to a $75 million construction management and general contracting firm.  He attributes his success to doing high quality work, managing his growth with smart decisions, and treating his clients and employees the way he wants to be treated.  “Industry buzzwords and trends come and go,” Fran says.  “For the past 40 years, my buzzwords have been ‘honesty’, ‘trust’, and ‘integrity’.  They are the foundation of every one of our projects.  We built a family like culture around them, a culture that inspires clients and subcontractors to want to work with us again and again.”

Fran is passionate about promoting careers in the construction industry.  He spearheaded the production of the MCAP Guide to Construction Careers (download guide) for high school students, parents and educators and has been a dedicated contributor to developing and executing the AGC MA’s workforce development initiatives.

26 years with Colantonio

32 years construction experience

Worcester Polytechnic Institute, BS Civil Engineering, with Distinction

Class 2A Hoisting License

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Fran hired George in 1988 as a high school student intern.  He worked during every school break until 1994, when he received his Civil Engineering degree from Worcester Polytech.  After a five-year stint at Kiewit, he married his high school sweetheart and returned to his roots at Colantonio.  George estimated and managed projects for a few years and now oversees all estimating, project management, field supervision and contract negotiations as President of the company.

“The most rewarding part of my job is the interaction with Colantonio personnel and seeing the professional growth we’ve all had in our tenure here,” George says.  “I also get a lot personal satisfaction at the end of a project when the client is moved in and happy, and ultimately all parties see it as a success.”  His go-to vacation place with his wife and three children is Martha’s Vineyard, but he heads to the lakes of Maine with his fishing buddies every year, too.

18 years with Colantonio

30 years acccounting experience

BS Accounting, University of Massachusetts Amherst

American Institute of CPAs

Massachusetts Society of CPAs

Leanne has 30 years of accounting experience with CPA firms and private corporations.  She is responsible for the company’s financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting and tax compliance.   Leanne also oversees project insurance requirements and employee benefits.

Leanne appreciates the company’s flexibility, since she lives about 90 minutes away.  She puts in long hours every day, but comes to the office only three days a week.  “Working from home two days not only gives me more time to spend with my kids,” she says, “it gives me a much needed break from the road.”  Leanne’s children keep her busy with their many activities on weekends, and nothing makes her happier.

Less than 1 year with Colantonio

Roger Williams University, BS in Construction Management

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

ProContractor by Viewpoint

Bluebeam

Procore

iSqFt

RSMeans

Spanish Fluency

Brett joined Colantonio in March 2020 with 1 year of construction experience as an Assistant Estimator in Massachusetts and two summer internships in facilities management and in heavy construction machinery. In addition to pricing and takeoffs, his skills include value engineering, development of site logistics, and cost estimate analysis.

Brett is looking forward to learning new estimating software and being involved throughout the entire preconstruction process at Colantonio.  Outside of work, you can find him playing soccer with friends and going to car shows throughout New England.

6 years with Colantonio

11 years construction experience

Worcester Polytechnic Institute, B.S. Management Engineering

OSHA 10 and 30-Hour Safety Certification

Timberline Estimating Software

Planswift OnScreen Takeoff Software

Insite SiteWork & Utility Estimating Software

Nick joined Colantonio with estimating and project management experience at Eggrock Modular Solutions.  A proven go-getter, Nick worked during college breaks for Amory Engineers, J.H. Lynch & Sons, and Silva Engineering supporting project management in site work and building construction.

Nick helps create budgetary estimates and logistical plans during pre-construction and also focuses on maximizing efficiency in the department’s work flow.   “I like the team aspect of working with a bunch of different players,” he says.  “Everyone has their own expertise to bring to the table, and we work hard to achieve a common goal.”  Nick works hard on his golf game, too, playing in tournaments nearly every weekend.  On winter weekends he’ll be playing pond hockey with friends and spending time with family.

4 years with Colantonio

45 years construction experience

Utica College of Syracuse University, B.S. in Construction Management

MA Construction Supervisor License

OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification

On-Screen Takeoff Software

Bob joined Colantonio in June 2016 with 33 years of estimating and project management experience.  His deep background includes academic, assisted living, medical, retail and federal work with former employers Perini Management Services, Cutler Associates, Goodman Associates and SAE Carlson Design/Construction Corporation.

While his dream job would be as a “roadie” for Bob Dylan’s Never Ending Tour, Bob is very detail-oriented and truly enjoys the estimating side of the construction business.  “There is no better way to bring a project’s logistics and risks to the forefront than to start with material take-offs at the foundation, then work through the structure and exterior closure to the finishes,” he says.  Bob’s favorite spare-time activities involve going to Second Beach in Middletown, RI and attending just about any live concert.

1 year with Colantonio

9 years of A/E/C industry experience

American Society of Plumbing Engineers, Member

Certified Plumbing Design Technician, ASPE

Certified Plumbing Designer, ASPE

Certified Passive House Builder

AutoCAD, AutoCAD Fabrication, AutoCAD Plant 3D

Revit, Navisworks, BIM360, ReCap PRO

Insight Software

Bluebeam

Rob joined Colantonio in September 2019 with 8 years of BIM and virtual design and construction experience on commercial, industrial, biotech, pharmaceutical, laboratory system design and pre-fabrication projects. Former employers include Weston & Sampson, AZ Corporation and Hart Design Group.

Rob works with design teams and subcontractors to develop and implement BIM Execution Plans.  He also ensures optimal coordination of MEP systems from preconstruction through construction, startup, commissioning, occupancy and warranty.  Rob enjoys spending time with his children in the outdoors, traveling, and 3D printing in his spare time.

5 years construction experience

William Woods University, MBA, Accelerated Graduate

Wentworth Institute of Technology, BS in Business Management, Concentration in Project Management

Procore Construction Management Software

Timberline

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project, Visio

Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate

Amal joined Colantonio in November 2020 with 5 years of experience in corporate real estate and construction. Her background in project controls and management have honed her skills in critical path analysis, document management, permitting, and coordinating timely material procurement.  Her former employers include Rubicon Builders, Condyne Construct Inc. and Haley & Aldrich.

Amal is currently working on the Forest River Pool and Bathhouse for the City of Salem.   On her days off she likes to travel and explore new fun places to eat, along with spending time with her friends and family.

4 years with Colantonio

16 years construction experience

The Ohio State University, B.A. in Telecommunications and Electronic Media

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

Procore Construction Management Software

On-Screen Takeoff Software

Dave joined Colantonio in May 2016 with 12 years of experience in project management and estimating.  His background includes historic restoration, retail and healthcare with former employers Dellbrook Construction, Callahan Construction Managers and McCourt Construction.

Dave is currently managing the occupied renovation of the Arthur O’Shea House for the Brookline Housing Authority. He recently completed the successful occupied renovation of the 199-unit Golda Meir House for 2Life Communities. Dave spends his weekends at his family’s camp in Maine with his wife and 3 children or coaching his sons’ lacrosse and baseball teams.

1 year with Colantonio

7 years of construction experience

Clarkson University, BS in Civil Engineering

AutoCAD

Revit and Navisworks Manage

ArcGIS

Microsoft Project

Primavera SureTrak

Dylan joined Colantonio in October 2019 with five years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager working primarily on municipal, retail and healthcare projects.  Dylan’s background includes developing and updating schedules, processing submittals and RFI’s and managing the change order process. His former employers include CTA Construction Managers, Eastman, Cooke & Associates and BBL Construction Services. Dylan holds a BS in Civil Engineering from Clarkson University in New York.

Dylan is currently working on the O’Shea House and the Morse Apartments projects, both of which are occupied renovations for the Brookline Housing Authority.  He kicks back by reading, watching movies, playing tabletop games, and exploring new places with his fiancée.

Less than 1 year with Colantonio

15 years in construction

Wentworth Institute of Technology, BS in Civil Engineering

OSHA 30-Hour Certification

Timberline

Procore

Autodesk Quantity Takeoff

Jake joined Colantonio in August 2020 with 15 years of experience as a project engineer, superintendent, estimator, project manager and director of construction for multi-million-dollar projects, specializing in the senior living and multifamily residential markets. Former employers include Dellbrook | JKS Construction and Balfour Beatty Construction.

Jake is managing the Haywood House Project, new construction of 55 units of affordable housing for the Newton Housing Authority.  In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, coaching his kid’s in multiple different sports and rock climbing.

8 years with Colantonio

46 years construction experience

United States Coast Guard, Fireman First class

American Society for Healthcare Engineering

CleanEdison LEED Green Associate Course

Healthcare Construction Certification

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

John has 46 years experience managing large academic, commercial, industrial, residential, hospitality, and health care projects for former employers Cutler Associates, Payton Construction and ZVI Construction. John is currently managing the McCormack Building Immediate Needs project.

John likes the out-of-the-ground aspect of new construction projects like the Field Elementary School in Weston, where challenges like subsurface conditions, boulders, water and the precise placement of footings kept him on his toes.  “The foundation has to be perfect for the project to work,” he says.  “It’s satisfying to guide that process.”  John also appreciates the process of grape fermentation, trekking to Napa Valley every year to nourish his passion for fine wine. He and his wife live in western Massachusetts and have two grown children who, for now, live near by.

2 years with Colantonio

6 years construction experience

Wentworth Institute of Technology, BS Construction Management

Certified Passive House Builder

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Jon joined Colantonio in September 2018 with 4 years of experience as an Office Engineer and as a Field Engineer working primarily on civil and commercial projects. He schedules and tracks onsite deliveries of construction materials, generates RFIs, processes submittals and maintains project documentation. He also has experience with surveying and subcontractor management.

Jon is currently working on the Roosevelt Towers Low-Rise Modernization project. In his free time he enjoys playing basketball and hanging out with his dog Molly.

Karen joined Colantonio in November 2007 with 25 years experience in the construction industry with former employers Brait Builders, Trammell Crow and Boston Steel.  As an OSHA-certified Safety Trainer, she oversees safety training and keeps the company’s Safety and Health Program updated.  Karen also administers benefits, payroll, accounts receivable and payable, supplies, hardware, software, IT services and special event planning.  In other words, just about everything.

The best thing about working at Colantonio,” she says, “is that everyone is treated like family. Fran is a compassionate, generous and supportive person.  With him, family comes first.”  Karen, a tireless worker, volunteers extensively as a trainer and facilitator with the Massachusetts National Guard Family Program, helping military families become self-sufficient while their loved ones are deployed.    Karen relaxes with her husband, children and grandchildren whenever possible on their boat, exploring Boston Harbor and its islands.

10 years with Colantonio

32 years construction experience

Wentworth Institute of Technology, BS Architectural Engineering

AGC Certificate of Management – Lean Construction

MA Construction Supervisor License

CPR and First Aid Certification

Kim has 32 years of estimating and project management experience in the academic, industrial, biopharmaceutical, hospitality, office, and retail markets. Former employers include The Richmond Group, Stateside Construction Group and F.W. Madigan Company.   She is currently managing the Roosevelt Towers Low-Rise Modernization.  Kim says, “The best part of my job is getting the opportunity to meet so many new people on each project – owners, designers and subcontractors alike.  It is enjoyable to be able to interact with so many different people.”

Kim’s favorite Colantonio project to date was the new Haverhill Intermodal Parking Facility for the MVRTA, her first time working with a completely precast structure and with a hazardous waste site.  The project included a pedestrian bridge to the adjacent MBTA Commuter Rail Station.  “It was great to watch the facility take shape, and I learned so much from the experience,” she says.

3 years with Colantonio

21 years construction experience

Boston College, BS in Geology

USGBC LEED Accredited Professional

OSHA 10 Hour Certification

Procore Construction Project Management Software

Prolog Project Management Software

CPR and First Aid Certification

Marc joined Colantonio in June 2017 with 19 years of project management experience on large-scale projects in the residential, laboratory/pharmaceutical, higher education, and hotel/mixed use markets.   Former employers include Lend Lease (US) Construction LMB, Inc. and Skanska USA Building, Inc.

Marc is currently managing the occupied renovation of the Morse Apartments for the Brookline Housing Authority.  He spends his free time with his wife and 3 toddlers, enjoying the outdoors.  Any other spare time is spent organizing the garage for the latest round of kid’s toys/equipment.

Amy joined Colantonio in 2010 with a background in marketing and trust administration with former employers State Street Bank and the Brain Injury Association of . She is responsible for developing and executing the firm’s marketing initiatives, from the writing and redesign of the website, presentation and sales materials to preparing teams for client interviews (a.k.a. “herding cats”).

Amy finds the construction industry fascinating.  “To turn a set of plans into a beautiful building is a wonderful thing,” she says.  “I now appreciate what it takes to make it happen, and I have the deepest respect for my colleagues’ talents.”   Amy keeps busy with her children’s music and sports activities. She serves as Vice Chair of her library’s Board of Trustees and is a co-leader of her local chapter of the Neighbor Brigade, an organization of volunteers who provide non-medical services to neighbors in need.  Favorite vacation spots with her family include the coasts of and Cape Cod.

3 years with Colantonio

3 years construction industry experience

Masters of Applied Psychology, Sacred Heart University

BS in Psychology, Fairfield University

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

CPR and AED Certification

Briana joined her father’s company after exploring a career in the nonprofit sector. With a knack for solving puzzles, she was drawn to the construction process by spending months on a Colantonio job site appreciating how the work of the various subcontractors fit so perfectly together.  She has since been learning how all departments function and work together to run a successful construction firm.  As a member of the marketing team, Briana is taking on graphic design, website development and event planning projects.

Briana keeps busy by training for various races, traveling, volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and by exploring the City of Boston.  As an MBA candidate at Babson College, she plans to use her education and experience to become a strong female leader in the construction industry.

Less than 1 year with Colantonio

23 years in construction

Southern Connecticut State University, BS in Corporate Communications

International Facilities Management Association

Cosential CRM Software

Act! CRM Software

Goldmine CRM Software

Chris joined Colantonio in June 2020 with 23 years of business development and marketing expertise in the construction industry. His extensive background covers both public and private clients in the academic, multi-family housing, industrial, recreational and retail markets for Boston area construction firms and owner’s project managers. He also possesses an in-depth understanding of the construction procurement process.

Chris looks forward to representing the exceptional services and abilities of Colantonio.  Time off with his family include summers at the Connecticut shore and snowboarding in the winter (five runs, greens only).

2 years with Colantonio

2 years construction industry experience

BS in Marketing, Framingham State University

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

Hannah joined the Marketing Team in 2018 after earning her BS in Marketing from Framingham State University.  She is in charge of producing statements of qualifications and assists with proposals, website management and event planning.  Hannah is also responsible for contract administration.

Hannah is excited to learn more about the Construction Industry and is happy to be able to get a first-hand look at the role that Colantonio plays in bringing building plans to life. She finds working for Colantonio exciting, and a great opportunity to learn about all the different aspects that go into constructing a building. In her free time, Hannah keeps busy hiking, running and spending time with friends and family.