Fontaine Bros., Inc.

Last Friday, March 14th, was an exciting day at our David Prouty High School site as we had the pleasure of welcoming 200 middle school students from the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District for a tour of their future high school! As a special half-day activity, students had the opportunity to join Fontaine team members Alex Omar, Rob Day, Nicole Ferreira, Mark Abdella, Tyler Langan and Elizabeth Wambui; Superintendent of Schools Paul S. Haughey, Ed.D.; representatives from JONES WHITSETT ARCHITECTS, INC. and Colliers Project Leaders | USA for a tour of the building they'll one day call home! As the tour groups rotated through the construction site, the students also had the chance to meet with current David Prouty students to learn about some of the clubs and activities available to them once they reach high school. ? At Fontaine, we’re always looking for ways to get students involved and engaged with the projects that will shape the future of education in their community! Thank you to everyone who helped make this day possible! #BuildingTheFuture #SchoolConstruction

We're excited to announce that Fontaine will be serving as the general contractor for the new 138,605 sq. ft. Whitman Middle School! ? This new, three-story building will be home to 675 students in grades 5-8 and feature classrooms, science labs, a gym, a cafeteria, an auditorium, a media center, and art, music, and technology rooms. ? We look forward to working with Colliers Project Leaders | USA and Ai3 Architects, LLC to deliver a state-of-the-art school where the students of the WHITMAN-HANSON SCHOOL DISTRICT will thrive for years to come! #GeneralContractor #SchoolConstruction

On Tuesday, Fontaine's Elizabeth Wambui and Tracy Routhier joined other Worcester-area business leaders to share their professional stories with students at Shrewsbury High School. Liz and Tracy had the opportunity to speak about their unique journeys to their current roles as part of Shrewsbury Public School’s commitment to helping its students understand and plan workforce opportunities and the diversity of careers available to them. As students explore their future paths, events like this provide insight into the variety of opportunities ahead—from the field to the office and everything in between. ? A strong industry is one that reflects the world around it. At Fontaine, we recognize that the future of construction depends on the next generation of workers and that through creating an industry that reflects the diverse communities where we build, we create stronger teams and a better future for all. This conversation ties directly into Women in Construction Week and its purpose of working together to create a more inclusive industry. As said best by Tracy, "As I reflect on Women in Construction Week, I’m reminded of the attributes that make a great team. Great teams are dynamic—they thrive on the influence of diverse perspectives, expertise, backgrounds, and strengths. This week, we celebrate not just women in construction, but generations of bravery, resilience, and positive risk-taking. We honor the women who have broken through barriers and continue to challenge stereotypes. At the same time, we acknowledge the ongoing work to raise awareness of gender-based biases and are committed to creating an environment where every team member's unique contributions are valued and celebrated. ? At Fontaine Brothers, we prioritize inclusivity. Creating an environment where all individuals—especially women—feel respected, reflected, and empowered to succeed is one of our core principles. Our commitment to these values aligns with The Fontaine Way, where creating an inclusive environment and ensuring that everyone feels like they belong are fundamental to our culture. We remain steadfast in our belief in working together with respect and diversity. Here’s to the women who are shaping the future of construction and to the amazing teams that uplift and empower each other." #WomenInConstruction #FutureOfConstruction

For day four of #NationalWomenInConstructionWeek, we’re excited to reshare a video about our partnership with the National Association of Women in Construction, where we joined forces to host a Coffee & Conversation discussion. The event brought together women from all corners of the construction industry to connect, exchange ideas, and collaborate on creating a more inclusive and diverse environment that empowers women in the field. ? After the event, we spoke with some of the incredible women at Fontaine to hear about their journeys, their involvement in the event, and the advice they’d give to women looking to enter the construction industry. If you're thinking about joining the field, don’t be afraid to take the first step—let Elizabeth Wambui, Tracy Routhier, and Beth Paulson serve as proof that the trades are a place where women can grow, succeed, and build their future. #WomenInConstruction #ThrowbackThursday

In honor of Women in Construction Week, we wanted to shine a special spotlight on our East Longmeadow High School project. Last week, we celebrated the Topping Off Ceremony for this 191,796-square-foot school, a major milestone made possible by the collaboration of the many talented women leading the project. From Danielle Judge at Fontaine, to Lynn Banach, PMP of Skanska, Dorrie Brooks from JONES WHITSETT ARCHITECTS, INC., and Helen Fantini & Mariana Hernandez, AIA from SMMA, each woman’s expertise has been essential to this project’s success. ? Alongside the talented women on the Construction Management, OPM, and Architectural?teams, tradeswomen on site are making an impact every day. Prior to the ceremony, East Longmeadow’s very own Erin Chrusciel joined us on site to document how their skill and dedication play an essential role in bringing this project to life. Here’s to the women leading the way, breaking down barriers, and building the spaces where we live, work, and learn. #WomenInConstructionWeek #BuildingTheFuture

It’s day two of Women in Construction Week and our Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, Alexandra (Ali) Moreno, celebrated by attending the Professional Women in Construction Connecticut Chapter's AEC Women's Program & Awards Breakfast. ? This event, focused on addressing the growing talent gap in architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C), highlights the importance of attracting and retaining skilled workers to meet the demands of an evolving field. ? Conversations like these are key to strengthening the future of our workforce—building a strong talent pipeline and creating more opportunities for women to thrive, lead, and grow in their construction careers. #WomenInConstructionWeek #TalentPipeline

#WomenInConstructionWeek is here! Our Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Impact, Elizabeth Wambui, shares her thoughts on the importance of this week for the advancement of our industry: ? "Happy Women’s History Month and welcome to the 27th annual Women in Construction Week! The guiding theme for this week is Together We Rise, with the goal of celebrating the strength and knowledge of women and the vital role they play in shaping the future of the construction industry. We’re excited to join all our project partners, subcontractors, labor, and training partners and more to celebrate women throughout the entire industry, to learn and engage in dialogue and to set a path forward to continue to create pathways to meaningful careers for women in the construction industry, now and in the future.” #WomenInConstruction #BuildingTheFuture

We’re proud to announce that we've been selected to serve as construction manager for the new Wilmington Elementary School! ? This three-story, 165,000-square-foot facility will be home to 755 K-5 and 100 Pre-K students. It features dedicated wings for each grade level, an adaptive gym, and integrated special education rooms to support diverse learning needs. With designated public areas and a stage for large gatherings, the building is also designed to serve as a hub for community events. ? We are thrilled to be working alongside DORE + WHITTIER and SMMA—the dream team that delivered Northbridge Elementary School in 2021. Having collaborated with both firms on numerous projects over the years, we’re excited to continue building on our strong partnerships and look forward to another successful collaboration. #BuildingTheFuture #SchoolConstruction

Tyngsborough Public Schools' Communication & Media Director Jackie Richardson and her high school intern, Katie, recently joined Fontaine’s Patrick Spellane and Tyler Langan for a tour of the Tyngsborough Middle School project site. As they walked through the 112,000 sq. ft. building, they saw the progress firsthand and captured many photos along the way! ? The tour group visited classrooms and science rooms in Buildings A and C that are nearing completion, as well as the flex performance area that will soon be home to student productions and creativity. For Katie, it was a unique opportunity to apply her photography and storytelling skills in a real-world setting, learning how to capture construction progress and showcase the hard work happening behind the scenes. ? At Fontaine, we’re always looking for ways to get students involved and engaged with the projects that will shape the future of education in their community! #ConstructionUpdate #StudentInvolvement #BuildingTheFuture

We're excited to announce that Fontaine will be serving as the general contractor for Easton’s new Public Safety, DPW, and Fire Sub-Station project! Spanning two sites, this project includes a brand-new DPW building, a Public Safety building, and a Fire Sub-Station. We’re looking forward to working alongside PMA Consultants and KBA to build spaces that keep the Town of Easton, MA safe, strong, and running smoothly. #PublicSafety #DPW #FireStation