EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: Tom Goizueta, Project Superintendent

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: Tom Goizueta, Project Superintendent

Bowers, and Keeney Elementary Schools, Manchester, CT

How long have you been with the company? 17 years

How did you get started in the industry? I started working for my uncle, who oversaw a construction firm servicing the Connecticut/New York area.

What is your favorite part of working at our company? O&G empowers people to complete projects with support from the corporate office but without micromanagement.

What do you like most about the work we do here? Delivering a product that affects people’s lives in a positive way.

What are you most proud of in your career so far? The positive relationships I have built.

In terms of successes, which accomplishments are you most proud of? Just being an honest, no-nonsense person who is true to his word in everything I do.

What is the most interesting project you’ve worked on here/in your career? Norwalk Aquarium 4D Theatre and Seal Tank

How has your role evolved over time since you’ve been here? Technology has evolved, and with that comes greater responsibility to incorporate this technology into our daily activities.

What do you think makes our team culture unique? The fact we truly care about our client’s needs and the importance of delivering a high-quality product that everyone can be proud of

What are your goals for the next few months/years? To continue to deliver projects with high-quality workmanship safely and on time.

What is one thing that you wish people knew about your job? It isn’t easy, but it is rewarding.

FUN FACTS ABOUT TOM!

What’s one thing people don’t know about you that they would be surprised to discover? I speak a little Spanish.

What’s the last song you listened to? Breed by Nirvana

What are you currently binge-watching? Succession on HBO Max

What’s one thing on your bucket list? Playing The Old Course at St Andrew’s