News: Northern New England

Jewett to complete ground-up dealership
for Faith’s Toyota Ford

Westminster, VT Jewett Construction Co. hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at Faith’s Toyota Ford to commemorate the construction of a new 37,000 s/f ground-up dual branded dealership in the Green Mountain State. The new building will showcase an array of modern amenities while incorporating LEED-certified features that highlight the latest advancements in sustainable design and technology.

Shown (from left) are: Jim Adams, Jewett superintendent; Dan Ray, Jewett vice president of preconstruction & design; Tim Urie, Jewett project manager; Benjamin Mba;Faith Mba, dealer principal; Kirsten Mba; Nick Jewett, estimator; Pete Marson, Jewett assistant project manager; and Alain LeBlanc, Jewett vice president of operations.

“We are excited to partner with Faith’s Toyota Ford on this project that will incorporate the most advanced features in both Ford and Toyota’s latest dealership models,” said Tim Urie, project manager at Jewett Construction. “This project is an incredibly intricate design; the final product will be a testament to the careful planning and execution of Jewett’s preconstruction team. We are thrilled to be building another beautiful project in Vermont.”

The highlight of the new dealership will be its first-floor showroom. The sales offices will offer space for customer interactions, while a dedicated service drive-through area will ensure vehicle servicing processes. To enhance operational efficiency, the dealership will include quick lube stations, recon bays, 19 lifts, and three shop equipment bays. Additionally, the new dealership will have EV chargers, demonstrating Faith’s Toyota Ford’s commitment to environmentally friendly technology.

Throughout the construction phase, the existing dealership at Faith’s Toyota Ford will remain fully operational, ensuring uninterrupted sales and service operations for their customers. This approach underlines Jewett Construction Co.’s commitment to minimizing disruption and delivering a seamless transition.

The Jewett team is excited to embark on this project and work with Faith’s Toyota-Ford.

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