News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: October 18, 2019
Gagnon joins Hancock Associates as senior project manager
Hancock Associates
Marlborough, MA Rene Gagnon, P.E. has joined Hancock Associates’ civil engineering department as a senior project manager. He is based out of Hancock’s 315 Elm St. office.
Gagnon has 15 years of experience as a project manager and civil engineer at several engineering firms in Massachusetts. His areas of expertise include land development planning and design, erosion and sedimentation control, construction administration and inspections of commercial and residential planning and construction.
Gagnon has a bachelor of science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UMass-Dartmouth. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Massachusetts.
“I was looking for a position with great growth potential in a firm that has a great reputation. In my new role at Hancock, I’ll be able to manage interesting and complex projects and mentor junior staff. The position is a perfect fit for me,” said Gagnon.
“Rene is exceptional at evaluating designs, plans and projects, assessing environmental impacts and risks and developing accurate technical reports,” said president Wayne Jalbert. “We’re thrilled to have him join our civil engineering department.”
MORE FROM Construction Design & Engineering
Nobis Group awards Robinson and Moreira STEM scholarships
Concord, NH Nobis Group, a 100% employee-owned consulting firm specializing in engineering and environmental solutions across the Northeast, has named the recipients of its 2025 STEM Scholarship: Andie Moreira of
.png)
Quick Hits
Columns and Thought Leadership
Ask the Electrician: Is summer a prime time for commercial electrical maintenance?
The answer is “Yes!” While January marks the official new year, many businesses view September as a fresh start. This makes summer an ideal time for commercial property owners to schedule long-term electrical maintenance projects.
The rise of incubators and co-working spaces: The latest in life sciences - by Matt Combs
In recent years, the life science industry has witnessed a shift in how companies operate and innovate. One of the key driving forces behind this transformation is the emergence of incubators and co-working spaces specifically tailored to meet the unique budget and schedule needs of startups.
The design-build advantage: Integrated interior design solutions - by Parker Snyder
When it comes to corporate interior spaces for both commercial and industrial projects, partnering with a design-build firm with in-house interior design services can offer clients many benefits. Unlike traditional delivery methods where interior designers operate independently from the design and construction teams, often creating a longer project timeline as cost negotiations and revisions ensue
Careers in Construction Month focus on training and safety - by Joe Camilo
October is Careers in Construction Month, and rarely has it been more consequential. According to our chapter’s national parent organization, the construction industry needs to attract half-a-million new workers in the coming year to meet demand. Addressing that need is a huge job, but we at ABC MA are trying to do our part.