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Owners, Principals & Senior Executives
Andrew Davidson 's Bio
Andrew Davidson is responsible for the overall financial management of the company, from financial planning and analysis to cash flow management and banking relations. He provides executives with timely and accurate financial statements, ongoing cash flow projections, oversight over accounting and finance operations, as well as design and maintenance of the financial reporting structures. In addition to directing all finance and accounting activities, Andrew offers strategic advice to management and leads Trinity’s strategic planning efforts to ensure that the company’s business operations are aligned with our long-term vision and strategy. Andrew also oversees Trinity’s insurance and bonding programs, identifying the most comprehensive and cost-effective programs aligned with the organization’s needs. Andrew has over 20 years of experience in construction finance, and is a Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional and a member of the Construction Financial Management Association’s Massachusetts Chapter.
Matthew Kilty's Bio
As Trinity’s President, Matt takes an active role in the management and development of Trinity’s project-management staff. His years of experience building high-end restaurants and retail stores combined with his impressive knowledge of building methods make him an invaluable resource; he advises project teams on purchasing long lead items and setting permitting milestones, and provides expert assistance in preconstruction planning of site logistics and scheduling. Matt’s reach extends far beyond project management; he is responsible for business development, developing company-wide policies, procedures, standards and training programs, and for the scheduling of construction operations staff. It is through this deep involvement in the day-to-day operations of the company that he ensures our projects are successful and that our project teams are doing what matters most – providing excellent client service.
Estimating, Purchasing & Preconstruction
Denise DeMartini 's Bio
As Trinity’s Estimating Coordinator, Denise DeMartini provides high-level support to the Estimating Department and is responsible for keeping the flow of projects and information organized and efficient. Denise’s solid communication skills, multi-tasking approach and high attention to detail are a crucial piece of the team’s success. She also serves as a key liaison and support system for our subcontractors, ensuring they are informed, engaged and attended to during the bid process and beyond.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
I gave five. Compassionate. Loyal. Motivated. Inquisitive. Good listener.
Best Part of Your Job
The best part of my job is the interaction I have with our subcontractors. I enjoy the relationship-building aspect and developing them with every new project that comes along. I also love my team; they teach and guide me every day and that is extremely important to me.
What Potential Clients Should Know About You
I am very direct and honest and never make promises I cannot keep. Dependability and trust are key in this business and that is something our clients will always get from me.
Jillian Zafirs 's Bio
Jillian Zafirs is a graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology with a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management. She got her start in the construction industry working as a project coordinator at a Boston area general contractor. Jillian’s experience has strengthened her knowledge and understanding of each individual project from estimating to value engineering, procurement, and scheduling. As part of the project team she works closely will all members involved to maintain successful communication and assistance and to ensure that each project is delivered successfully.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Caring. Passionate. Determined.
What Potential Clients Should Know About You
Cost plays a major part in a dream becoming a reality and I will do everything I can to help see them through. By getting involved early on in the process and working with the design team and the client, I can really add value to having those dreams become a reality. I will help identify financial risks up front, come up with a game plan to control them or work with the design team on value engineering ideas to lower the cost but still deliver “vision” and details the client desires.
Passions Outside of Work
Photography, travel, DIY projects and spending time with friends and family.
Ron Dandurant 's Bio
Before starting his career in estimating, Ron Dandurant owned a general contracting company for thirty years that specialized in construction of new homes in addition to performing renovations and site work. Ron brings his wide range of experience and diverse knowledge to the table on every job he estimates. He provides detailed services and presents valuable input and creative alternatives to achieve both the design and budget goals for the project.
Best Part of Your Job
The people I work with and the caliber of the projects we build.
Passions Outside of Work
I enjoy spending time with my family at our home in the mountains, skiing, snowmobiling and woodworking.
What Potential Clients Should Know About You
Construction is a big part of my life. I have worked both in the field, supervising and performing the work, as well as in the office, estimating and managing. Construction is a big part of my life and I still love doing the manual work myself when I can.
Operations
Christina Ross 's Bio
You could say that construction is in Assistant Project Manager Christina Ross’ blood; her parents own a site work company so she was around construction sites as early as she can remember. Following her graduation from Wentworth, Christina spent two years as Field Engineer and then Assistant Superintendent on a multimillion dollar, 200,000 SF lab and research facility. In addition to valuable field experience, she brings with her incredible attention to detail and the ability to build solid relationships with all members of her project teams.
Best Part of Your Job
The best part of this job is being exposed to so many different projects in a short time. The fast paced environment allows you to expand your knowledge on a daily basis. I also love interacting and building relationships with owners/clients, architects, designers and engineers.
Passions Outside of Work
I love to bake. Lately, most of my free time is spent baking and hand decorating custom cookies. I love DIY craft projects too.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
Always be prepared. This is ongoing and something I strive for every day.
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David Story's Bio
As Exec VP Field Operations, David Story oversees Trinity’s project scheduling and coordination, safety and OSHA compliance, permitting, and scheduling and training of field staff for the company’s national operations. With over 20 years of experience as a superintendent and carpenter, David has developed priceless field expertise and is highly skilled at overseeing complex, fast-track projects in the numerous market sectors that Trinity serves. David uses his hands-on approach to management and extensive technical knowledge to advise team members in all facets of building, from issues with existing conditions to code compliance, scheduling and beyond. He works with project teams to drive the schedule home and to ensure that all field operations are on schedule and correspond with the quality and level of detail required by our clients.
Erik Johnson 's Bio
Erik is an accomplished Project Manager whose vast experience ranges from restaurants to shopping centers and luxury homes. He is knowledgeable in all aspects of building and he works closely with clients to gain a deep understanding of their vision and needs. An energetic team leader, Erik puts everyone on the project team in a position to succeed.
Best Part of Your Job
Completing challenging, exciting projects and enjoying the finished product.
Passions Outside of Work
My daughters, marathons, triathlons and beach/lake vactions with family and friends. I’ve run 17 marathons and will be running #18 soon! I’ve also completed one IRONMAN and five HALF IRONMANS. One of my favorite vacation spots is Hilton Head, SC!
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
When under pressure, it is wise to behave like a duck. Keep calm and unruffled on the surface, but paddle like heck underneath.
Frank Gazzola 's Bio
Frank Gazzola began his career as a project engineer designing and providing construction management services for both public and private clients. He has a wealth of experience in all phases of construction from permitting and design to contract closeout. Frank has extensive expertise in large-scale capital improvement and site development projects. He is well-versed in contract management and maintains the client’s best interest above all else. Frank is a registered professional civil engineer and holds a BS in Civil Engineering from Merrimack College and a MSCE in Construction Management from Northeastern University.
Best Part of Your Job
Trinity has an amazing culture that mimics a family business. It’s truly a place everyone works as a team to get through even the most challenging projects and I believe clients can sense that.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
Trust your gut instincts. In my experience, they have proven to be true both in my personal and professional life.
Passions Outside of Work
I love spending time with my wife and daughter, boating, beaching, skiing, and any other outdoor activities.
Jen Cronan 's Bio
Senior Project Manager Jennifer Cronan has over 16 years of experience in construction management and engineering in a variety of markets including corporate, residential, laboratory, healthcare and infrastructure. Jennifer’s expertise is in the management of challenging projects from a strategic and tactical perspective. Her analytical skills and problem–solving approach have served her clients’ needs well and enable her to build strong, long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors and coworkers alike.
Passions Outside of Work
Outside of work, my world is consumed by my family and all of the things we do together. My husband Mike and I have a daughter Serafina and and a son Alden, and they keep us laughing! We love to ski, hike, play board games and spend time in the pool. I am also an avid runner. I’ve completed many 1/2 marathons and one marathon, and hopefully more in the future! There is no better way to de-stress or to think through an issue than by going for a run.
Proudest Moment at Trinity
I was very happy to be able to develop institutional business here. When we successfully completed our first project for Harvard University and then were awarded a second project, I was beyond proud of my team.
Kara Rivera 's Bio
Kara is a natural for the industry and an integral part of our New York office’s administrative team. She has the excellent work ethic and the attitude required to keep up with a challenging workload and to face any obstacle that comes her way. Kara is passionate about her work and her project teams know they can depend on her to give her all in everything she does.
Greatest Strengths
I’m a problem solver. I love taking a problem and anaylzing it from every angle. I enjoy work that challenges me and pushes me to think outside the box and I enjoy situations where I can work with others to come up with creative solutions.
Best Part of Your Job
The best part of my job is having the freedom to express myself – to laugh when i need to de-stress, to speak and actually be heard, and to perform not just because I’m paid to do it but because I’m inspired to do my best.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
It’s best not to have an ego when it comes to learning. Everyone, at every age, has something to teach, and we need to be open to learning those lessons. Interacting with people of all ages and walks of life helps you to be more creative, more open, and to see things from a different perspective.
Lisa Puffer 's Bio
Lisa Puffer has over 27 years of experience with a background in multifamily, residential, hospitality and retail design and construction. She is skilled in leading multi-million dollar projects and dedicated to ensuring each client’s unique needs are addressed throughout the project. Lisa leverages her knowledge and experience to manage stakeholder relationships and project tasks to guide the team to an on-time, on-budget turnover, exceeding client expectations.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Honest. Knowledgeable. Reflective.
Greatest Strengths
Follow-through. Seeing the big picture and viewing things from all sides. Addressing issues head on and finding common ground in order to solve problems.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
Set expectations!!
Matt Rucho 's Bio
Matt Rucho is a skilled Project Manager with a wealth of experience in restaurant and retail construction. With a background in carpentry and a deep understanding of constructability and budgeting, he is an invaluable resource to clients and project teams alike. Matt consistently delivers exceptional client service and successfully manages even the most logistically challenging projects.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Hardworking. Persevering. Dedicated.
Best Part of Your Job
Working with and learning from passionate, intelligent and dedicated co-workers every day.
Passions Outside of Work
Following the Red Sox, Bruins and Patriots. Vacationing with my family in Maine. Golfing, kayaking and other outdoor activities.
Mike Russo 's Bio
Senior Project Manager Mike Russo is a seasoned veteran of the construction industry, starting as a mason laborer for his father’s company as a teenager. Adding to this early experience with a degree in civil engineering, he has managed the construction of just about every type of building from commercial and residential to industrial. Mike was also involved in the design and construction of numerous waterparks around the country. Design/build is his favorite type of project, working with Owners and Architects to turn a concept into reality.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Energetic. Innovative. Resilient.
Passions Outside of Work
Family. Sports. In my free time I enjoy boating, attending my children’s events or going for a drive with the top down.
Proudest Moment at Trinity
Bringing in and pulling together the Deerfield Place project, currently under construction in Utica, NY, and Trinity’s largest project to date.
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Paul Mancini's Bio
Executive VP Business Operations Paul Mancini is instrumental to Trinity’s day to day operations through his leadership of our pre-construction, estimating and business development efforts. Paul is responsible for cultivating and maintaining client relationships in the restaurant and retail markets, all the while maintaining focus on developing the company’s preconstruction activities to continually provide increased value to our clients. Paul has more than twenty years of experience ranging from luxury retail flagships to restaurants to corporate rollouts. With past roles of Project Executive, Superintendent and Estimator, Paul has supported clients in just about every capacity, giving him deep insight into the client experience from multiple angles. Paul ensures that every project is planned for properly and that Trinity acts as a true partner with the client and the design team. He strives to gain a thorough understanding of each client’s needs and goals, ensuring that Trinity’s approach is carefully crafted to meet their objectives and to ensure the project’s success. Paul’s direction throughout the pre-construction phase enables Trinity to deliver valuable, comprehensive services, allowing clients to reap the many benefits preconstruction has to offer.
Phil Cregg 's Bio
Phil Cregg possesses diverse industry experience both in terms of industry and geography, having worked in the oil and heavy civil industries in Texas and Haiti prior to his entry into the commercial construction. Relying on his strong communication and financial management skills, Phil keeps clients well-informed as he keeps their budget and their best interest at hand. He maintains this same open communication between the office and field, partnering with team members and subcontractors to achieve a shared success and to exceed the client’s expectations, time and time again.
Best Part of Your Job
Client service is my favorite aspect of my job. I feel a great sense of accompishment knowing that I’ve played a part in our clients’ success.
Passions Outside of Work
Travel is one of my biggest passions. Experiencing different places helps keep me grounded and gives me perspective.
Proudest Moment at Trinity
On one particularly challenging project we experienced a delayed start due to circumstances beyond our control. We were asked to expedite the schedule by five weeks to allow for the client to have their star-studded grand opening event that had been scheduled prior to the start of construction. We worked around the clock for the last week of the schedule and were able to finish just in time for the party. I’m proud to have been a part of the talented project team that did whatever it took to meet such an aggressive schedule and deliver what we promised to our client.
Tim Karl 's Bio
Tim is a seasoned construction management professional with over 20 years experience in commercial at risk construction. His project experience ranges from multifamily, to hospitality, to senior living and more, and includes projects valued at over $150 million. Tim is responsible for the managing the preconstruction and estimating departments at Trinity’s New York office, and he specializes in procurement, constructability reviews, scheduling and overall focus on document compliance.
Greatest Strengths
Objectiveness and foresight.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
Live and die by contract terms.
What Potential Clients Should Know About You
I am committed to my projects from cradle to cradle.
Tim Rogovich 's Bio
Tim Rogovich joined Trinity with previous experience in the construction and architecture fields. His extensive knowledge in architectural design enhances his ability to work collaboratively with the design team to achieve a client’s goals. Tim is well-versed in the areas of scheduling and procurement and is proficient in both project management software and AutoCAD. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and is also the President of Trinity’s Green Team.
Business Development, Marketing & Sales
Maia Jordan 's Bio
Maia Jordan manages the creation of internal and external communications strategies and initiatives in order to deliver a cohesive marketing program to support Trinity’s overall business objectives. She is also responsible for showcasing Trinity’s employment brandwith the goal of attracting, hiring and retaining top talent. Maia graduated from Emerson College with a degree in Marketing Communications. She has fifteen years of AEC experience in a fast paced, dynamic enviroment, and her creativity and attention to detail serve her well in her role.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Detailed. Passionate. Caring.
Biggest Lesson of Your Career
Don’t overanalyze everything – sometimes you just need to go for it. We only hold ourselves back by making things bigger than they are.
Passions Outside of Work
My family is everything to me. There is nothing better than spending time with my parents, my four sisters, husband, and daughter. During the summer you will always find me on the boat or at the beach (I would live at the beach if i could!)
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Ashley Vasta 's Bio
Office Manager Ashley Vasta is responsible for reception and office administration and is the go to person for anything office service-related. As the first point of contact for Trinity’s clients and business partners, her professional manner and friendly approach ensure those we do business with have a postitive experience from the moment they call or walk through our doors. Ashley’s prior customer service experience makes her invaluable in her role.
Three Words to Describe Yourself
Enthusiastic. Considerate. Responsible.
Greatest Strengths
Work ethic, organization and MULTI-TASKING. I put 100% into everything I do and I finish what I start.
Best Part of Your Job
The best part of my job is supporting so many different people throughout the office. I am always learning new things about Trinity and about our industry.