Joe DeSantis
What are you passionate about and how do you pursue that passion at PMA?
I have always enjoyed the construction process—I grew up working on side projects with my father who is a union carpenter in Boston. I am grateful that I get to enjoy the process of bringing our clients’ visions to life on a larger scale at PMA.
What current project(s) are you working on?
I am currently working on three active projects and working to close out three others. Active projects include:
- Northeast Metro Tech High School (Wakefield, MA)
- Andover High School (Andover, MA)
- Babson College Herring Family ELV Project (Wellesley, MA)
What is your career highlight so far?
So far, my career highlights have been completing the Smith School project (Danvers, MA) below the Town’s aggressive target budget, and completing the Saugus Middle High School project (also well-under budget).
What are the most positive aspects of working at PMA?
The most positive aspect of working at PMA is the people, including my coworkers who I work with every day and my clients. Another major positive aspect of working at PMA is that my work has a direct beneficial impact on the lives of thousands of students.
What was a transformative project or challenge that you did at PMA?
Punch list closeouts at the North Reading Middle/High School and Danvers Smith Elementary School projects are my biggest career challenges to date.
Who/what inspires you to push yourself? (Personal heroes, family members, ideas)
I am lucky to work with and for people who I feel are my friends outside of work. Having these kinds of relationships with coworkers and clients motivates me in everything we do at PMA.
What is something innovative happening in your industry that makes you excited about the future?
I’m nervously excited to see what AI is capable of in terms of Revit & AutoCAD applications.
What university or college did you graduate from?
I graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a master’s degree in structural engineering.
What is your favorite local establishment/feature (restaurant, museum, stadium, etc.)?
Fenway Park!