News: Construction Design & Engineering

Jewett Construction Company hires Courchesne as an assistant estimator

Fremont, NH Jewett Construction Company, a New England regional design-build construction management firm and general contractor, has hired Will Courchesne as an assistant estimator. Courchesne, a successful project manager and estimator with multiple years of experience, will help continue to strengthen Jewett’s commitment to clients along the entire East Coast.

Courchesne graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Post-graduation, he started his career as an assistant project manager and estimator at Harvey Construction Corp. where he prepared/reviewed subcontractor bids for cost estimating and project GMP’s. Performed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for final estimating budgets. Consulted with architects and subcontractors to review and create estimates and resolve any potential design issues for project values of up to $50 million. Throughout his career, he has mastered the skills, mindset and client relations needed to lead in the construction field and Jewett is excited to have him as part of their growing team.

When asked what his favorite thing about working at Jewett was, Courchesne said, “It’s a fun and pleasant place to work, and everyone is very easy to talk to and will help you with anything you need. In a time where companies are downsizing, Jewett Construction is growing and constantly innovating itself to stay ahead of the competition.”

READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
READ ON THE GO
DIGITAL EDITIONS
Subscribe
Quick Hits
STAY INFORMED FOR $9.99/Mo.
NEREJ PRINT EDITION
Stay Informed
STAY CONNECTED
SIGN-UP FOR NEREJ EMAILS
Newsletter
Columns and Thought Leadership
Shawmut Design and Construction breaks ground on the 195 District Park Pavilion in Providence, RI

Shawmut Design and Construction breaks ground on the 195 District Park Pavilion in Providence, RI

Providence, RI Shawmut Design and Construction celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking for the 195 District Park Pavilion, marking the start of construction on a facility that will feature year-round dining and support space for park operations. In addition to the 3,500 s/f building, the project will include infrastructure upgrades
The New England Real Estate Journal presents<br> the First Annual Project of the Year Award! Vote today!

The New England Real Estate Journal presents
the First Annual Project of the Year Award! Vote today!

The New England Real Estate proud to showcase the remarkable projects that have graced the cover and center spread of NEREJ this year, all made possible by the collaboration of outstanding project teams. Now, it's time to recognize the top project of 2024, and we need your vote!
Investing in a falling rate environment - by Harrison Klein

Investing in a falling rate environment - by Harrison Klein

Long-term interest rates have fallen by 100 basis points, and the market is normalizing. In December of 2022 I wrote an article about investing in a high interest rate, high inflation market. Since then, inflation has cooled off, and the Fed has begun lowering their funds rate.
The 2024 CRE markets: “The Ups” (industrial) and “The Downs” (Boston class B/C office) - by Webster Collins

The 2024 CRE markets: “The Ups” (industrial) and “The Downs” (Boston class B/C office) - by Webster Collins

The industrial markets have never been stronger. What has happened is that the build out of Devens with new high-tech biotech manufacturing with housing to service these buildings serves as the connector required to really make the I-495 West market sizzle. Worcester has been the beneficiary