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Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: January 22, 2021
BARNES buildings & management group, inc. promotes Allison, Poliatti and Vecchione
Weymouth, MA BARNES Buildings & management group, inc. has completed the promotion of Tim Allison from vice president of project management to executive vice president; the promotion of Anthony Poliatti from project manager to vice president of project management; and the promotion Katie Vecchione from administrative assistant to office manager.
Allison, with over 40 years of construction management experience, has been a vital member of the BARNES team since its inception in 1996. As executive vice president, he will oversee all details, coordination, and interaction throughout the construction process, while continuing to build and solidify customer relationships.
Poliatti joined the team in 2012. As VP of project management he will perform a wide variety of tasks to coordinate and oversee all details of project management. His work with customers to guide projects from conception to successful completion will be a key role in the continued success of BARNES.
Vecchione has been with BARNES since 2008 providing support in all areas of general administration, including record keeping, payroll, and supporting staff with administrative tasks.
Ensuring the office operates smoothly and assisting in human resources, she is a trusted and loyal team member.
BARNES Buildings is a steel construction specialist and has been serving contractors, developers and owners since 1996. They furnish and erect Engineered Steel / Metal Building Systems, Fabricated Structural & Miscellaneous Iron, and Insulated Metal Wall & Roof Systems.
As a single source provider BARNES can supply their customer with a complete Building System Envelope inclusive of Design, Steel Framing, Metal Walls and Roofing, along with any fabricated miscellaneous iron products required.
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