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  • Congratulations to our newly promoted Construction Services Technicians!

    We are pleased to announce recent promotions within our Construction Services team. Congratulations to the following employees for advancing to the next level in their careers!  Jay-Juan Guillen-Watson was promoted to Construction Services Technician – Grade I at our Riverside, Rhode Island office. Jay-Juan joined S.W. Cole in July 2025, bringing prior experience as a…

  • Culture Champion: Nate Strout

    We are excited to announce our inaugural Quarterly Culture Champion: Nate Strout, P.E., Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Bangor, Maine. This recognition celebrates individuals who exemplify our CORE VALUES (commitment, integrity, quality and leadership) and actively foster a collaborative team environment. After collecting nominations since July, our selection team is proud to honor Nate as our…

  • Interested in what Geotechnical Engineers do?

    What is Geotechnical Engineering?  Geotechnical engineers specialize in the study of earth materials such as soil and rock. The work that geotechnical engineers do provides important information to aid in the design and construction of structures like buildings, bridges, runways for airports, and other infrastructure.   Geotechnical engineers investigate, characterize and engineer solutions to ground conditions…

  • Recent team member promotions

    Tyler Demers, P.E. has been promoted to Senior Geotechnical Engineer at our Somersworth, New Hampshire location. He started at S.W. Cole in 2011 as a laboratory and field technician during the summers while getting his degree at the University of Maine in Civil Engineering. Following completion of his master’s degree at the University of New…

  • Inside the S.W. Cole Intern Experience

    S.W. Cole’s intern program, officially launched in 2021, was designed to provide students with a meaningful, hands-on experience that bridges classroom learning with real world applications and experiences. Our interns gain valuable exposure to industry practices, receive safety and technical training, and earn industry certifications. Our program offers opportunities to connect with experienced professionals, executives,…

  • Employee Highlight: Ryan LaBonte

    Position: Construction Inspector  Years at S.W. Cole: 16  Ryan LaBonte began at S.W. Cole as a Construction Services Technician and has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional growth and earning professional certifications. His willingness to learn and take on new challenges has earned him multiple promotions, and he now serves as a Construction Inspector. In…