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Mitchell promoted to senior project manager at Landry/French Construction Company

Geoff Mitchell, Landry/French Geoff Mitchell, Landry/French

Scarborough, ME According to Landry/French Construction Company, Geoff Mitchell has been promoted to senior project manager.

Mitchell has 15 years of experience in commercial construction including several years with some of the country’s top construction companies. He’s worked on a wide range of projects including multi-million dollar projects for healthcare, education, and corporate clients. His experience includes all facets of construction from field engineer in his early career to project superintendent with Turner Construction. As project manager at Landry/French, Mitchell has demonstrated strong project management and leadership skills, managing some of the company’s largest and most complex construction projects.

Mitchell most recently served as project manager on the 88,000 s/f State of Maine office building in South Portland, a project that was completed in just 8-1/2 months and received a 2015 AGC Build Maine Award.

“Geoff is one of the best project managers I’ve worked with in my 30-year career” said vice president Kevin French. “He brings exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills, as well as meticulous attention to detail.  We are grateful to have Geoff on our team.”

Mitchell has a bachelor of science degree in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University, and is a LEED Accredited Professional.

Landry/French is one of Maine’s leading construction companies providing construction management, design/build, and general contracting services. Their experience includes a diverse range of projects including healthcare, commercial, corporate, financial, housing, and education. Landry/French is a recipient of the 2015 AGC Build Maine Award.

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