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Alan Watson's Bio
Al has more than 18 years of experience delivering large scale construction projects with clients such as NSTAR, National Grid and Northeast Utilities. He joined BOND in 2005 and has devoted his time developing strong relationships with key electrical engineers and major cable vendors.
Leading BOND’s Electric T&D business group, Al is an expert in the construction of underground electrical transmission projects. His persistent attention to detail and hands-on management style have facilitated the delivery of many complex and prestigious projects. Some of these include NSTAR’s 345kV Transmission Line Project and the Eversource Middletown to Norwalk Transmission Line Project.
Dan Foppiano's Bio
As Vice President of BOND’s New York City, Civil & Utility operations, Dan’s 15+ years of construction and client development experience have allowed him to advance BOND’s presence throughout the tri-state area. His excellent leadership skills and experience in overseeing BOND’s large scale civil and utility projects have solidified BOND’s position in the civil and utility industry in New York City. Dan specializes in the planning, coordination, and installation of complex electric and gas distribution facilities.
Having been part of the BOND family for over four years now, he is also responsible for the safety of workers ensuring that quality projects are executed efficiently and on schedule.
Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in economics from Siena College and a Master of Science in construction management from Columbia University.
Edward A. Bond, Jr's Bio
As the fourth generation of family managing BOND, Ed Bond has over 30 years’ experience in the construction management industry and is a highly respected leader in the industry. The company has grown steadily since he assumed the role of CEO in 1984, and today boasts extensive portfolios in academic, healthcare and civil & utility work.
Under his vision and leadership, BOND has become one of the leading full-service construction management and general contracting firms in the Northeast. Ed has taken great pride building a client-focused, family-driven culture with a true sense of caring for employees and community. His catch phrase “our word is our bond” exemplifies his dedication to establishing shared values of integrity, respect and trust throughout the organization.
Ed received a BA from New England College, an MBA from New Hampshire College and a Masters of Education from Cambridge College. He is an alumnus of the Owner/President Management Program at Harvard Business School and the Advanced Management Development Program at Harvard Graduate School of Design. He has received many awards including the prestigious Distinguished Service Award from the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), recognizing his long-term contributions to the construction industry. He has served on many industry committees and boards including Boston Society of Architects, Massachusetts Building Congress, New England College, Society for the Advancement of Consulting, Society for Marketing Professionals Services, St. John’s Prep and Wentworth Institute of Technology. He is the current Chancellor of the College of Fellows for the CMAA.
Francis X. Hayes's Bio
Frank has over 30 years of construction industry experience with strong leadership and management expertise in planning, preconstruction and project delivery. These strengths make him very effective in organizing teams to deliver exceptional value to BOND Building Construction clients. In addition, he has led numerous company initiatives, including the development of people strategies, plans for continued regional expansion, best-in-class project delivery, and state-of-the-art technology platforms.
Prior to working with BOND Corporate and leading BOND Building, Frank held leadership positions in both construction and institutional settings and formerly served as the Chief of Operations for Harvard Business School. He is a graduate of the Harvard Business School’s program in Management Development and holds an Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell.
He has served on many industry committees including the Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Massachusetts, Associated General Contractors (AGC), Department of Community & Housing Development, Fenway Alliance, Rebuilding Together Boston and Society of College and University Planning.
James Dinardi's Bio
James oversees the financial management of BOND’s Building Division. With more than 15 years of finance experience in the construction industry, he is a strong leader and strategic planner with a proven background in financial planning, analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
James joined BOND in 2018 and has implemented best practices in building a strong Building Division finance team. Previously, he was CFO for both J.F. White Contracting Company and Trinity Building and Construction. He also worked for Shawmut Design and Construction.
James holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Saint Leo University and an MBA from Western Governors University. He is actively involved in several industry organizations including the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), Massachusetts Chapter, where he serves on the Board of Directors as Treasurer.
Kane Cuddy's Bio
As Chief Operating Officer, Civil & Utility, Kane oversees the operations and financial success of the Division. He has been with BOND for over 15 years, with previous roles including VP of Operations, VP of Civil Infrastructure, Director of Operations and Project Manager. He has managed the successful delivery of numerous projects within the oil, gas, electric, power generation and civil infrastructure markets.
Some of Kane’s most notable projects include the Middletown-Norwalk 345kV Underground Transmission line in Connecticut, the Hoosac Wind Project and the NSTAR Newton-West Roxbury Cooling Line. As Director of Operations, Kane streamlined BOND’s cost control systems, improved project management protocols and equipment systems. He also managed BOND’s training agenda and spearheaded many corporate and divisional objectives.
Kane holds an MBA from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Kristan Koch's Bio
As CFO of the Civil & Utility (C&U) Division, Kristan plays a key role aligning overall strategy with bottom line performance. With more than 25 years of finance experience in the construction industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the Division. Kristan is a sharp leader and motivator with a solid background in financial accounting, reporting and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, strategy development and business administration.
Kristan joined BOND as Division Controller in 2017 and has demonstrated excellence in building a strong C&U Division finance team. Previously, she served as senior financial manager for Shawmut Design and Construction as well as financial manager for Turner Construction.
Kristan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Utica College. She is co-chair of the BOND Women’s Professional Group, an in-house forum that empowers women in the workplace through educational programs, networking and career development.
Mike Walsh's Bio
Mike Walsh is a generous and communicative leader with nearly 30 years’ experience in the construction industry. He has an innate ability to cultivate strong relationships within his project teams and among his clients and business partners. As champion of BOND Building’s Healthcare & Life Sciences sector, Mike has overseen both its strategic operations and business development. Mike now leads business development for BOND Building with a keen eye for efficiency, effectiveness, and client satisfaction.
Mike has achieved remarkable results with key players in the healthcare and life sciences market in both Boston and beyond. He has completed work at major institutions such as Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston Children’s Hospital, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Mass. Eye and Ear, Elliot Hospital, and Steward Healthcare (formerly Caritas).
An architectural engineering graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology and LEED accredited professional, Mike’s industry experience saw him serve in the leadership position of Supporting Member Liaison on the Board of Directors for the New England Healthcare Engineers Society (NEHES)
Mike Walsh's Bio
Mike brings more than 26 years of experience in the construction industry, with a strong emphasis on healthcare and institutional projects. Mike serves as the leader of the healthcare and life sciences market sector, developing strategies and relationships to win work and exceed client expectations.
Mike comes to BOND from Columbia Construction, where he served as Vice President of Business Development & Marketing, responsible for overseeing the development of new business for the entire firm. Prior to that, Mike spent nine years at Suffolk Construction, rising from a Project Manager in their Healthcare Group to the Vice President of Business Development for the Northeast– helping to secure more than $600 million in healthcare work for the firm. He began his career working as the Capital Project Manager for the Archdiocese of Boston, managing $20 million in projects per year.
Mike has developed relationships with key players in Boston’s healthcare market through his completion of work at major institutions, including Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston Children’s Hospital, Brigham & Women’s, Mass Eye and Ear and Steward Healthcare (formerly Caritas). He also serves on the Board of Directors for the (NEHES) New England Healthcare Engineers Society.
Mike is a LEED Accredited Professional and a graduate of the Wentworth Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering.
Paul James's Bio
As Senior VP of Risk Management, Paul is responsible for working with the BOND Executive and Project Operations Teams on risk management, contract, project administration, insurance and legal issues as well as conducting related professional training. Having worked with BOND for a number of years while a partner at Holland & Knight, LLP, Paul brings a deep knowledge of the BOND organization and extensive professional and legal advice to his position.
Paul has written and spoken on a variety of construction industry and related topics, including the structuring and negotiation of major construction industry contract documents and risk management and mitigation. His past honors include selection in The Best Lawyers in America Guide for Construction Law, 2013 – 2019.
Paul holds a J.D. from Boston University’s School of Law and a B.A. from Providence College. He is a current member and former co-chair of the Construction Law Committee of the Boston Bar Association and a member of the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (Co-Chair of its Legislative Committee) and the Associated General Contractors of America In-House Lawyers Committee as well as the American Bar Association Forum on the Construction Industry.
Richard Small's Bio
As CFO, Rich is a key member of the executive management team, providing financial leadership and strategy to the organization. With more than 25 years of experience, Rich is well versed in all aspects of financial operations including: financial accounting and reporting, financial planning and analysis, treasury operations, contracts management, procurement, strategy development and implementation, management systems and business administration.
In his role, Rich will help BOND continue to bolster its financial infrastructure, management systems and reporting as the company delivers upon its long-term business goals and objectives.
Prior to joining BOND, Rich served as CFO for Abt Associates, a world-leading research firm in Cambridge. He has held leadership positions for some of New England’s top technology and consulting firms. Rich holds an M.B.A. from Babson College and a B.B.A. from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
BEYOND BOND
Rich is an avid cyclist and participates in many events including the Tour de Cure Diabetes and the Maine Lighthouse Ride. He enjoys cycling along the hillside terrain and among the local apple orchards in his hometown of Boxborough, Massachusetts. When Rich is not cycling, you’ll find him boating or skiing with his wife and two sons in Northern New England.
Robert C. Murray's Bio
For the past 30 years, Bob Murray has made a significant impact to BOND’s strategic direction and long-term growth, leading the firm to achieve regional prominence and forging new relationships within its key markets. His results-driven approach, professional business acumen and ability to understand the big picture allow him to carry out BOND’s mission to become best-in-class in all areas of project delivery and client service.
Since joining BOND in 1986, Bob has developed a long-standing relationship with many of its clients, and a track record of building impressive projects. He is a champion for innovation and has fostered a sense of teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement throughout the organization. His passion for promoting the family values the company is founded upon has resulted in a firm whose employees are supported, recognized for their talents and given significant growth opportunities.
Bob received a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Lowell. He serves on many industry committees and boards including Wentworth Institute of Technology, Cristo Rey High School, New England Council, Associated General Contractors, American Cancer Society, Construction Management Association of America, Boston Society of Architects and Massachusetts Building Congress.
BEYOND BOND
A resident of Hingham, Bob has always had an affinity for the ocean, whether it’s boating, fishing, waterskiing or exploring nearby islands. He and his wife and children enjoy vacationing on Martha’s Vineyard in the summer, and traveling to Europe and the Caribbean in the winter. The entire family has a commitment to volunteering and supporting non-profit organizations.
Tim Peer's Bio
Tim is responsible for leading BOND Building’s District Energy market sector, with a focus on developing new strategies and integrated solutions that exceed client expectations. A licensed professional engineer, Tim has over 30 years’ experience in the evolving power and energy industry, specializing in campus district heating, cooling and micro grids. He has a unique and diverse skill set leading the construction of many complex projects. These include not only central utility plants and distribution systems, but also natural gas delivery systems and substations.
Tim comes to BOND Building from CHA Consulting, where he led the company’s district energy, power and thermal generation business unit. Prior to that, Tim spent 22 years at Cornell University, holding positions such as chilled water plant operator, utilities engineer, project manager and eventually energy plant manager. During his tenure, he led the operations and maintenance of several multi-million dollar central plant projects. These included the Lake Source Cooling Facility and the Cornell Combined Heat and Power Project
After an enlistment in the United States Marine Corps, Tim graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biological Engineering. He holds professional engineering licenses in the states of MA, CT, NY, NJ, and VA along with OSHA 10 hour certification. He is an active member of the International District Energy Association (IDEA) and the Cornell Society of Engineers (CSE). In 2010, he was presented the Keystone Award by Cornell University for his exemplary work in facilities management.
Tony Bond's Bio
As CEO & President, Tony oversees the strategic direction and long-term growth of the entire BOND Family of Companies. Tony has shown tremendous leadership in developing BOND’s Connecticut and New York City offices as well as extending the firm’s reach to the Mid-Atlantic markets. In addition, he has most recently expanded the BOND brand with the opening of BOND’s newest venture, BOND Mechanical Construction.
Being a fifth generation Bond, Tony has grown up in the construction industry and has many years of hands-on construction experience concentrating on complex logistics for clients in the power & energy markets as well as having worked in the academic and corporate spaces. Having worked his way through multiple roles in the company, Tony is highly efficient and responsive in navigating technical and business issues and working with clients to find the best solutions. His focus on safety, client satisfaction and people development continue to promote the legacy of the firm that has endured for many generations.
Tony holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Vermont. He is also an alumnus of the Harvard Business School and was named one of ENR New England’s Top Young Professionals for 2015.
Vern Rich's Bio
Drawing upon his 29 years of construction management experience within Greater Boston, Vern oversees BOND’s Select Projects Group. He is a champion for the successful delivery of small to mid-range projects within higher education, healthcare, life sciences and corporate/commercial markets. Vern has built his entire career upon superlative client service within the vertical building marketplace. He brings a wealth of knowledge to our clients, adding significant value to existing partnerships and cultivating new relationships.
Prior to joining BOND, Vern served as Director of Tenant Interiors at Shawmut Design and Construction, where he managed a team of estimating, project management and field operations professionals. He is well-experienced in handling fast-track, complex projects with a reputation for delivering on schedule and according to budget.
Vern holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology. A resident of Lynnfield, Massachusetts, he is a member of NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association. He also holds an unrestricted construction supervisors license and OSHA 20-hour certification.
Operations
Dan Ramos's Bio
As Director of Operations, Dan is responsible for the operational success of the Building Division, within the Education and District Energy markets. He brings strong leadership and management expertise in planning, preconstruction and project delivery. Dan has been instrumental in BOND’s work at Brown University, Bentley University, Bryant University, MIT, Stonehill College and Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Dan has been with BOND for over 15 years and has worked on some of BOND’s most iconic projects including Ten Akron Street for Harvard University, which received the Harleston Parker Award, and the Haberlin Hall Chemistry Building for the College of the Holy Cross. He does a great job understanding the needs of clients, delivering highly complex projects and exceeding customer expectations.
Dan received a B.S. in Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology and received the Young Alumni Award in 2009.
Robert Mischler's Bio
Bob Mischler eats, sleeps, and breathes construction. A 25-year veteran of the industry, Bob has worn many hats in his career, working his way from BOND Superintendent to Project Executive. He enjoys applying the knowledge he’s earned during his time in the field to the challenges that can arise on complex construction efforts like UMass Boston’s Utility Corridor and Roadway and Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences’ Northwest Laboratories. In his role as Vice President of Field Operations, Bob provides oversight and support to field teams during project delivery.
Business Development, Marketing & Sales
Bryan Gubbins's Bio
Bryan has over 15 years’ business development experience in the construction industry. He is responsible for building client relationships within BOND’s Select Projects Group and Life Sciences sector. He understands the unique requirements of corporate interior projects, renovations, expansions, laboratories and historic preservation. Bryan specializes in higher education, life sciences and corporate/commercial markets.
Prior to BOND, Bryan was the Director of Real Estate for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT). He was also the Director of Business Development at Shawmut Design and Construction for the corporate, healthcare and life sciences markets and previously with William A. Berry & Son (now Suffolk Construction) serving the same markets. In addition to his construction industry experience, Bryan has a strong civic leadership background having served as Legislative Assistant for the Office of U.S. Representative James T. Walsh and Selectman for the Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea.
Bryan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Villanova University. He resides in South Hamilton, Massachusetts with his family.
Jill Papagni's Bio
Jill Papagni is a sharp and charismatic business development leader. She brings a fresh approach, high energy, and proven expertise to BOND Building Construction, Inc. She has built new relationships and strengthened existing ties with several key clients in the academic, life sciences, and healthcare markets. She employs the tools of technology along with her strong analytical skills to explore new opportunities and deliver BOND Building services that exceed client expectations.
Jill is an active member of several industry organizations including the New England Healthcare Engineers’ Society (NEHES), American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), Professional Women in Construction (PWC), and the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP). She is a regular Dana-Farber Cancer Institute volunteer and serves as a Board Member for the Friends of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She is also on the Board of Overseers at Franciscan Children’s. Jill holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Hartwick College.