WFD Taskforce

Bill plays an integral role in providing oversight and implementation of continued growth in Columbia Constructions leading market segments. Known for his experience and interpersonal skills, as well as his strategic planning expertise, Bill is responsible for working closely with the firm’s Principals to help guide Columbia’s long-term strategic growth. Bill has taken a leadership role in implementing Lean tools and practices in his never ending pursuit of continuous improvement.

Fran started the firm in 1978 as a carpenter with a background in industrial engineering management.  He has steadily grown the business into a $75 million general contracting and construction management firm, employing 50 people and specializing in complex projects in the education, historic renovation, affordable housing, and public markets. He holds a BS in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, as well as his Construction Supervisor, Public Safety, Boston Builder, Welder, Hoisting, and Commercial Maritime Captain’s Licenses.

Brad is responsible for operations and the strategic growth of the company. With over 20 years experience in the building industry, he is highly regarded as a manager, builder and preconstruction leader in the private, institutional construction segment. Brad has advanced through every level of building operations on large-scale, complex construction projects for major health care clients including MGH, Dana-Farber, Boston Children's and Brigham and Women's hospitals.

Frank is responsible for driving profitable growth and enabling operational excellence for BOND. With over 25 years of construction experience, he brings strong leadership and management expertise in planning, preconstruction and project delivery. He has led numerous corporate initiatives, including the development of people strategies, plans for continued regional expansion, best-in-class project delivery, and state-of-the-art technology platforms.

Rick Jensen has been with Erland since 1981, advancing from Field Supervisor through the ranks to his current position as Vice President, Director of Operations. Complementing his thorough knowledge of the construction process is his ability to keep track of the manpower requirements of Erland’s multiple projects simultaneously. He is also responsible for developing project and field-related policies and procedures, implementing new management software, and reviewing client contracts. Rick earned his B.S. in Building Construction from Wentworth Institute of Technology and received his Master’s in Business Management from Lesley University. He has been active in industry associations and activities including AGC, ASHE and ISPE.

Jeff brings over 23 years of experience to his role as Vice President of Project Management and Procurement at Consigli. He provides strategic direction and corporate leadership across all regions and markets, and has helped scale the company from a local, Massachusetts-based contractor to one of the largest General Contractors in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic with nine regional offices and over $2 billion in annual revenue. In addition, Jeff oversees some of Consigli’s most complex, high-profile projects in the academic, life science, and developer sectors, ranging in size up to $300 Million.
 

Michael O’Brien serves as Gilbane’s Massachusetts District Operations Manager, where he oversees all operations department activities in the state with a focus on customer satisfaction, quality, training, and adherence to policies and procedures. Gilbane’s Massachusetts District office employs over 150 employees who deliver a full range of preconstruction, construction and program management services. O’Brien presently oversees various projects in the Commonwealth including the large scale DCAM Worcester Psychiatric Hospital.

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