PWC 2016 Yearbook

What a year, thank you!

PROFESSIONAL WOMEN
IN CONSTRUCTION

2016 Y E ARB O O K // D EC EM BER 2 0 1 6

THANK YOU TO
OUR SPONSORS

Gold
Silver

Bronze

TAB L E O F C O N T EN T S
PA G E 4 - 5 / / Honoring Richard T. Anderson
PA G E 6 - 2 7 / / Outstanding Women in Construction

PA G E 2 8 - 2 9 / / PWC Board of Directors
PA G E 3 0 - 4 7 / / PWC Year-in-Review

PA G E 4 8 - 6 6 / / Our Wonderful Sponsors

A N N UAL HO L IDAY PARTY
DECEMBER 14TH, 2016

WILL BEGIN AT 6:30 PM

INTRODUCTION TO HONOREE
Sabrina Kanner, Executive Vice President,
Design & Construction, U.S. Office Division

// Brookfield Property Partners
HONOREE PRESENTATION
Richard T. Anderson FAICP FCIOB NAC HonAIANY
President // New York Building Congress

PRESENTATION OF THE
20 UNDER 40

OUTSTANDING WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION

INTRODUCTION BY:

SABRINA KANNER

Executive Vice President

Design and Construction, U.S. Office Division, Brookfield Property Partners

In recognition of his commitment to the industry, Richard will be awarded artwork titled
“the last bits of Admiral’s Row” by Kristin Texeira, Brooklyn, NY
Kristin Texeira is an NYC-based woman artist exploring memory and documentation with small,
colorful works of oil on paper. Inspired by the 20 Under 40 Women in Construction, the artist begins
her process by writing down and reflecting upon certain moments that inspire her, such as the historic
Admiral’s Row in Brooklyn, and then uses color as a language to translate these stories into paintings.
Her works take the form of what she calls “memory maps,” which attempt to remedy nostalgia and serve
as vessels for viewers to relive certain moments again and again.

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RICHARD T. ANDERSON

FAICP FCIOB NAC HonAIANY, President

New York Building Congress

Richard T. Anderson is President of the New York Building Congress and a nationally
recognized association executive and urban planner. An advocate of strategic infrastructure
investment and economic development, he has dedicated his career to promoting the long-
term growth of America’s foremost urban centers, primarily New York City.

Over the past 23 years, Mr. Anderson has ushered in a period of unprecedented influence
and growth for the New York Building Congress, a public policy organization in its 95th year
of promoting the design, construction and real estate community. The Building Congress
is regarded as the place where leaders in all sectors of the industry -- architects, engineers,
labor, contractors, real estate managers and other professionals -- meet to forge alliances
and act cooperatively to advance economic growth and strategic capital investment.

In his role as an expert in public policy and construction, Mr. Anderson’s views on a range
of issues are sought by public officials, agency leaders, business executives, the news
media, good government groups and other organizations inside and outside of the building
community.

Prior to the Building Congress, Mr. Anderson served as Executive Director of The Dallas
Plan, a non-profit group formed to prepare a long-range capital improvements strategy for
that city, and as President of the Regional Plan Association, the nation’s oldest metropolitan
planning organization serving the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut metropolitan
region.

Mr. Anderson was the first elected President of the 40,000 member American Planning
Association, a national group based in Washington, D.C., and served as Chairman of
its College of Fellows. He is a founding member of the American Institute of Certified
Planners and is a Director of the National Building Museum, ACE Mentor Program of
Greater New York, and the Salvadori Center and a Trustee of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of
New York City.

In recognition of his efforts to make New York City a better place to live and work, Mr.
Anderson was awarded the 2001 George S. Lewis Award from the New York Chapter of
the American Institute of Architects, where he served as Public Director and was elected
Honorary New York AIA in 2010. He received a 1995 Ellis Island Medal of Honor. The
Building Congress Board of Directors presented him with a Distinguished Service Award
in 2004, and he was elected to the National Academy of Construction in 2006. He received
the De LaSalle Medal from Manhattan College in 2015, and was elected a Fellow of the
Chartered Institute of Building.

A graduate of Rutgers University, where he was elected a Loyal Son in 1989, Mr. Anderson
earned a Master of Regional Planning degree from Cornell University and completed
Post-graduate doctoral studies in public administration at New York University.

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2und0er 40

Outstanding Women
in Construction

DORINA ALIU//Environmental Engineer, HAKS
CASSIE DUDAR//Sales Engineer, Johnson Controls, Inc. 
AMANDA FORSBURG//CHMM, Project Scientist, Langan 
COLLEEN FRIEDMANN//Assistant Controller, JRM Construction Management
JULIE GEDEN//Principal, Zubatkin Owner Representation, LLC
OLGA GORBUNOVA//PE, ENV SP, Civil Engineer, Stantec
JULIE JANEO//Associate AIA, Senior Design Professional, HOK
TIFFANY JOHNSTON//Deputy Operations Manager, Armand Corporation
SADIA JUNJUA//LEED AP, PSP, Senior Project Controls Manager, Engineering Project Controls, PANYNJ
DANIELLE LESTER//FRICS, Associate Lecturer and PHD Candidate, University of Queensland
SABRINA LIPPMAN//Vice President, Resource Development, Habitat for Humanity NYC
KRISTIN LIU//LEED AP, Senior Associate - Business Development, Syska Hennessy
DOMINIQUE LYNCH//Operations Analyst, Suffolk Construction Company
ERICA MANDEL//Senior Account Executive, Siemens Industry, Inc.

SARAH PALMER//Assistant Project Manager, Skanska
YASMEEN SHAMSUDDIN//AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Associate, FXFOWLE 
TIFFANY WHIPPLE//Project Manager – The American Dream Project, PCL Construction

NICOLE WOOLARD//Associate, Duane Morris
ALYSSA ZAHLER//Associate Director, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank
CONNIE ZAMBIANCHI//PE, CWI, MSI, President, Amaracon Testing & Inspections, LLC

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ALL 20 UNDER 40
RECIPIENTS

will be awarded artwork titled “Backwards Benny”
by Rebecca Raney, Brooklyn, NY

NYC-based artist Rebeca Raney’s imaginative work includes whimsical flora,
hybrid animals, and a cast of characters from an eternally happy world.
Hand-cast in bronze, her “Backwards Benny” character is a symbol of
thoughtfulness and progress. He is walking forward, but looking backward in
acknowledgment of the past, fitting in an industry built on responsible growth.

DORINA
ALIU

Environmental Engineer

HAKS

NOMINATED BY: TAREK Z. KHOURI, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, HAKS

“Dorina’s 20 under 40 selection is a testament to her ever evolving professional career.
Dorina continues to prove day-in and day-out how great of an asset she is to HAKS
and to ours clients alike. It is a comfort and a privilege to have her on our team.
Congratulations.”
Tarek Z. Khouri, Senior Vice President, HAKS

“There is no energy that can mimic what is released when a positive,
brilliant and remarkable woman walks into a room.  Dorina’s positive attitude,
intelligence and commitment are the fuel that drives ideas and projects from conception
to realization and successful completion. Her commitment to exceeding expectations is

unparalleled, and she considers possibilities, with judgment and innovation,
which most are not brave enough to do.”
Kelly Floropoulos, CEO – Amiantos, LLC

“Ms. Dorina Aliu has an exceptional set of skills especially when working under
pressure. Knowing her experience with such difficult tasks on various projects,
it was always great to know that Ms. Aliu was on my team. She is very quick to
perform the right and necessary logistics and to find solutions to any problems that we
come across, making projects run smoothly all the way through to completion.

I look forward to working alongside Ms. Aliu on many more projects
as you always want and need only the best for each job.”

Carlos Quinonez, Vice President of Operations - Hydro Tech Environmental, Corp.

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CAS S I E
DUDAR

Account Executive

Johnson Controls

NOMINATED BY: LOU VENEZIA, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE SEC & FIRE, JOHNSON CONTROLS
After graduating from Clarkson University with an engineering degree, Cassie joined
the Johnson Controls team. She is devoted to her career as an account executive
working under John Cummings. As a team player, she knows best how to incorporate
the expertise of colleagues to ensure her customers are well taken care of.
She has built comradery that is unparalleled and she constantly holds herself and
her projects to the highest standards. Being heavily involved with many engineering
societies in New York City, Cassie enjoys building relationships and giving back.
She is a leader who recognizes constant opportunity to learn and problem-solve.

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AMANDA
FORSBURG

CHMM, Project Scientist

Langan Engineering, Environmental, Surveying,
and Landscape Architecture, D.P.C. (Langan)

NOMINATED BY: CHRISTOPHER MCMAHON, SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER, LANGAN
Amanda has over nine years of experience working in environmental consulting. She
began her career in the field completing environmental investigations and performing
oversight for environmental remedial actions, and spent a significant amount of time
providing environmental oversight on construction sites at large scale redevelopments
in New York and New Jersey. Amanda has advanced to the position of Project Manager
which brings her into daily contact with clients and regulators including New York
State Department of Environmental Conservation and the New York City Office of
Environmental Remediation.

Over her nine years in the industry Amanda has embraced the challenge of working
in association with the construction industry, whether lacing up her steel-toe boots
early in her career or, more recently; mentoring future project managers. She has
also actively engaged in the environmental and construction industries through
involvement in professional organizations including the Association of Environmental
and Engineering Geologists (New York-Philadelphia Chapter) for which she is serving
a second term as Secretary, Professional Women in Construction (New York Chapter),
and Society of Women Environmental Professionals (New Jersey Chapter).

“Amanda’s influential leadership style has positively impacted both management and
staff at Langan. Her contribution to this firm cannot be overstated.”
Christopher McMahon, Langan

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COLLEEN
FRIEDMANN

Assistant Controller

JRM Construction Management

NOMINATED BY: LISA WILSON, CIO, JRM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Colleen Friedmann of JRM Construction is the epitome of a hard worker and we are
proud that she is being recognized one of the Professional Women in Construction’s
2016 list of 20 Under 40 Outstanding Women. In 2011, Colleen graduated from
St. Joseph’s College with as a licensed Certified Public Accountant with an MBA in
Accounting. By the time she graduated, Ms. Friedmann had already accrued over
three years of experience, juggling both school and a job at a prestigious
Public Accounting firm.

Colleen’s knowledge and experience allowed her to join the private sector,
taking on the role of Assistant Controller at JRM Construction Management. In her
role, Ms. Friedmann is responsible for identifying and preventing discrepancies
and helping set up control systems as well as working directly with the Financial
Controller.

Congratulations to Colleen on her incredible achievements!

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JULIE
GEDEN

Principal

Zubatkin Owner Representation

NOMINATED BY: MARTIN S. ZUBATKIN, ZUBATKIN OWNER REPRESENTATION
Julie has over fourteen years of experience in overseeing the planning and
implementation of projects that involve a high level of complexity and the
coordination of multiple stakeholders. Her portfolio of work includes
the management of projects for arts, cultural, performing arts and educational
institutions, as well as high-profile commercial developments. She is also skilled
in the management of historic preservation projects that require approvals from
the Landmarks Preservation Commission. Key clients have included the American
Museum of Natural History, BMW Guggenheim Lab, Park Avenue Armory, Saint
Patrick’s Cathedral and Saint David’s School.

Prior to joining Zubatkin, Julie served as a Project Director with a major construction
management firm in New York City. She brings extensive technical experience with
base building construction, renovations, constructibility analyses, site logistics
planning and phasing, and cost estimating. She is also valued for her leadership skills,
strategic approach, and collaborative management style.

“Julie is a vital part of our organization and has provided leadership to many of our
clients in the planning and delivery of their projects. She serves as a role model to many

of our staff and oversees several of the firm’s professional development initiatives,
as well as our internship and mentorship programs. We are very proud of her

accomplishments and look forward to her continued success in the years to come!”
Martin S. Zubatkin, Managing Principal Zubatkin Owner Representation, LLC

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OLGA
G O R B U N OVA

PE, ENV SP, Civil Engineer

Stantec

NOMINATED BY: MARIA WILPON, PRINCIPAL, STANTEC
Olga Gorbunova is a licensed Professional Engineer who leads transportation and
infrastructure projects at Stantec. Her extensive portfolio focuses on public clients
such as NYSDOT, PANYNJ and FEMA. Olga has worked on the highly visible and
complex reconstruction of Route 9A, adjacent to the World Trade Center Site. She
serves as Regional Service Center Lead for FEMA Region II, where she manages the
team that supports NY, NJ, PR and the USVI.  Most recently, she led a team of 60+ on
the Long Island Welcome Center Project for NYSDOT, a Governor’s Office initiative
to promote tourism. Olga’s leadership led to a successful opening in October which
seemed impossible to many – given the short schedule and challenging requests.
Beyond her day job, she also invests in the future of our industry through her work
with the ACE Mentor Program. 

“She is committed to delivering excellent services in every aspect of a project,
and she inspires the team to deliver on that commitment.”
Maria Wilpon, Principal, Stantec Architecture

“Olga combines a relentless, clear-eyed critique, with unbounded optimism and belief in
what can be accomplished. As a result there is no “can’t” only “Lets figure out how!”
Anne Marie Edden, Associate, Stantec

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JULIE
JANEO

Senior Design Professional

Aviation + Transportation, HOK

NOMINATED BY: AMY BECKMAN, PRINCIPAL, HOK
“Julie has the instincts and confidence of a leader. She knows what she knows,

has the self-awareness to know what she doesn’t know, and the humility to know
when to ask for guidance. Julie is enthusiastically up for any challenge,

she is a role model for her peers and, in her patience, judgment, and professionalism,
is an inspiration to all those who work with her.”

Robert Chicas, Senior Vice President / Director of Aviation + Transportation, HOK

“Julie is an enthusiastic and committed member of our design team for the La Guardia
Terminal B Project. We relied heavily on Julie to produce the outstanding material
that helped us win this assignment. Julie is a creative design professional who
embraces the challenges of modern construction.”
Steve Aspden, Construction Director, Skanska Walsh Joint Venture

“Julie is quite remarkable in her commitment to not only delivering excellent design but
actively contributing to process execution improvements in project documentation and
delivery.  Her contagious enthusiasm and professional dedication to projects, effective

team collaboration and overall pursuit of excellence is truly inspiring. “
Marion White, Regional Leader of Aviation + Transportation, HOK

“Julie is a highly motivated and dedicated team member and leader. 
Julie leads by example and brings out the best out of the team and individuals

she mentors and collaborates with.”
Stephen Weinryb, Senior Principal / Technical Director, HOK

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TIFFANY
JOHNSTON

Deputy Operations Manager

Armand Corporation

NOMINATED BY BARBARA ARMAND, PRESIDENT, ARMAND CORPORATION

“Tiffany brings high expectations and an ethic of accountability and improvement
wherever she advances in life. Her growth mindset leads her to tackle hard challenges

honestly and head-on, never shy away from opportunities for improvement through
training, hard work, collaboration, and innovation, and even hold others accountable

to the same high standard of conduct, expectation and ambition. Her drive has
transformed organizations before Armand Corporation, and it has already left an

indelible impact on our Team’s culture, processes, people, and level of
performance in New York City and Philadelphia.

As she has had a main hand in Armand’s evolution over the past two years, Armand
is glad to have imparted some hard-headed construction knowledge along the way
in return, which she has absorbed and used with the rigor and ownership of a true
construction manager. Although no one here can get over her ability to do 20 things at
once, Tiffany is most powerful when she’s challenging herself and others around

her to re-imagine what’s just normal into what could be extraordinary,
what could work 100% better.
-Barbara Armand, President, Armand Corporation

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SADIA
JANJUA

LEED AP, PSP, Senior Project
Controls Manager

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

NOMINATED BY: ANGEL MARTINEZ, RA, PP, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR,
PORT AUTHORITY OF NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY

“Of those select few, that I regard as pillars in our profession, without hesitation I would
consider Sadia at the top of that short list. Sadia has a rare collection of immense

experience, deepest passion, seemingly bottomless energy, and a clear sense of purpose.
Anyone fortunate enough to work with or for Sadia has a career-level opportunity.
I would welcome the chance to partner with Sadia any time. In the field of project
controls, Sadia is truly an expert among experts. Her advice on modeling projects
more accurately, updating status more efficiently, and analyzing schedules
from another perspective has been invaluable.

Sadia has done more than anyone I know to educate project controls professionals and
promote good project controls practices. In a group of specialists in her field, she is one

of the people that the group will turn to for leadership, ideas, and inspiration.
When the rest of the group lacks direction, she will use his energy and
enthusiasm to give the group direction.”

Angel Martinez, RA, PP, Assistant Director, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

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DANIELLE
LESTER

FRICS

Associate Lecturer and PhD Candidate,
University of Queensland

NOMINATED BY: SASHA DURCAN, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, TURNER CONSTRUCTION
Danielle is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with global experience in transport
infrastructure mega project delivery. Danielle started her career in the UK working
on major highway improvement projects, before moving to Australia to provide
commercial support to several mega projects being delivered in the region. After
completing an MS Construction Management at NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate,
Danielle was invited to the University of Queensland to complete a PhD. Danielle’s
research focuses on human behaviour and the impact leadership and culture has
on the decision-making skills of engineers. Danielle’s global experience earned her
a Fellowship with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, and a role on their
Oceania Education Standards Board.

“Danielle’s work is on the forefront of transformational thinking enhancing both the
education and decision-making behavior impacting infrastructure mega projects.  Her
research highlights the impact of the social environment, and the effects leadership and
culture can have on a collective of professionals.   Danielle’s passion focuses specifically
on Infrastructure projects and the push behind obtaining the funds from the private
sector to build the much needed new, and improved infrastructure.  Her work will create

tangible results with superior project performance outcomes for our future cities”
Sasha Durcan, Business Development, Turner Construction

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SABRINA
LIPPMAN

vice president
Resource Development

Habitat of Humanity NYC

NOMINATED BY: BETH ZAFONTE, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SERVICES,
AKERMAN
When I first met Sabrina I was stuck by her knowledge, passion and confidence around

her work at Habitat for Humanity. I thought to myself, “I want to be a part of
what she’s doing!”  The impact of the initiatives that she is leading are transformative

for the families who benefit from Habitat’s work as well as for the volunteers.
Sabrina has proven to be a master at identifying and drawing the right group

of people together to successfully accomplish many very lofty goals. 

Sabrina’s career spans 10 years of experience working in leadership roles for
non-profit and top commercial real estate developers. Before joining Habitat NYC
in 2014, Sabrina was a Director of Marketing and Business Development for Simon
Property Group, where she played a vital role in the grand opening of a multi-million
dollar shopping center. Prior to that she spent 4 years in San Francisco
revitalizing a retail complex with a focus on cultivating startup businesses for
Cushman & Wakefield and managed one of the premier shopping destinations
in the country for Westfield. In her current role, Sabrina is a leader in supporting
the construction efforts of Habitat’s robust development pipeline by strengthening
relationships, raising funds and generating awareness of the need for
building and preserving affordable homes in NYC.

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KRISTIN
LIU

LEED AP, Senior Associate
Business Development

Syska Hennessy Group

NOMINATED BY: KEITH FITZPATRICK, SENIOR PRINCIPAL, SYSKA HENNESSY GROUP

Kristin Liu, responsible for East coast business development for Syska Hennessy, one
of the world’s leading MEP & Commissioning firms, is the sum of eclectic parts.
Born in Taiwan, Kristin spent her early childhood in Saudi Arabia, grew up in Los
Angeles, and moved to New York City eighteen years ago. While studying Economics
and Computer Science at Columbia University, Kristin founded Raw Elementz, the
largest student hip-hop dance crew on campus.

Before joining Syska in 2006, Kristin worked as a computer consultant; she pitched
programming for MTV2; reconciled receivables for MTV International’s Asia and
Latin America licensing clients; directed Culture Shock, a non-profit dance and youth
outreach organization; and moonlighted as a bartender.

Always positive, Kristin is a skilled listener and patient teacher. She attributes her
success to a relentless focus on quality and excellence, and above all, being truly open
to soak up knowledge from anyone she meets.

Today, Kristin supports developers, owners, architects and project managers
who are designing/building leading corporate campuses and workplaces, critical
facilities, civic and cultural buildings, higher education learning spaces,
as well as healthcare facilities.

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DOMINIQUE
LYNCH

Operations Analyst

Suffolk Construction Company, Inc.

NOMINATED BY: GRANT GAGNIER, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER,
SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.

“Dominique effectively utilizes her knowledge of Corporate Operations and her ability
to think strategically to support our vision of transforming the construction experience. 

She builds relationships based on mutual understanding and effectively uses that
understanding to move initiatives and ideas forward with the full support of those

around her.”
Grant Gagnier, Chief Operating Officer,
Suffolk Construction Company, Inc.

“Dominique’s commitment to Suffolk’s long term success is evident in all aspects of
her work. She plays an integral part in the growth of our region including operations,
business development, employee engagement, and strategic planning.  Dominique also
brings an extremely high level of professionalism to her work, and embraces the desire

for continuous learning and personal growth.”
Charlie Avolio, President & General Manager,
Suffolk Construction Company, Inc.

“Dominique sets the bar high for young women in construction.  She is smart,
passionate about our industry, and an asset to any organization. 
I would always want Dominique on my team.”
Corren Collura, VP & Chief Information Officer,
Suffolk Construction Company, Inc.

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ERICA
MANDEL

PMP, Sr. Account Executive

Siemens Industry, Inc.- Building Technologies Division

NOMINATED BY: VALERIE W. LALOR, SR. MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST,
SIEMENS INDUSTRY, INC

“I have had the privilege of working closely with Erica on the design and implementation
of sophisticated, cutting edge security systems. She has made a positive impact in
securing our facility to counteract ever changing geo-political concerns. Her project
research and recommendations are well respected and well received within our
organization. Erica is a valued and trusted business partner.”
Ken Dixon, Vice President Security & Safety Solutions,
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

With 14 years experience in service operations, system design, and account
management, Erica Mandel is a valued member of the Siemens Building
Technologies Security Sales Team. She has successfully developed and designed
security systems for large hospital campuses and healthcare systems, as well as
commercial offices and meeting spaces. Erica is driven to provide excellent
service to her high-profile customers to ensure they have the best in class
systems to protect their people and facilities.

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SARAH
PALMER

Assistant Project Manager

Skanska

NOMINATED BY: SARAH EPIFANO, SENIOR DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, SKANSKA
USA BUILDING INC.

“I know Sarah best through her work as one of the founding officers of the Skanska
Women’s Network which was launched in 2013.  She has  consistently pushed the
envelope internally to improve recruitment, retention and advancement of women in
our organization.  The professionalism and efficiency with which she performs all tasks
is an example to all with whom she works.  She’s passionate about the construction

industry and dedicated to making it easier for women to stay and grow.”
Sarah Epifano, Senior Director, Business Development
Skanska USA Building Inc.

“An Assistant Project Manager on one of our NYU projects, Sarah’s work ethic was very
impressive to me.  Her understanding of specific project problems within the context of
the overall project and her quiet persistence in pursuing and  achieving resolution of

those issues was a tremendous asset to the team.”
Peter Walshe, Project Executive, Skanska USA Building

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YASMEEN
SHAMSUDDIN

AIA, LEED AP, Associate

FXFOWLE

NOMINATED BY ILANA JUDAH, INT’L ASSOC. AIA, OAQ, LEED AP BD+C, CPHD PRINCIPAL,
DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY, FXFOWLE

Yasmeen Shamsuddin has over 9 years of experience of leading design teams
for residential and mixed-use projects of various scales and sizes in the United
States and the Middle East. She approaches design holistically, neither focusing
solely on exteriors or interiors but rather having a strong architectural concept
to unify forms and spaces to create synergy that meets the needs of both the client
and end-user. Yasmeen earned her Master in Architecture and Bachelor of Science in
Architectural Studies from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. During this
time she studied for a year at Ecole d’Architecture de Versailles in France.

“Yasmeen Shamsuddin is a wonderful ambassador for her work and FXFOWLE. She
has a keen sense of design, enjoys working out the technical challenges in designing a
building and has a management and communication style that is inclusive, and direct
with a good dose of joy and humor. Whether working with consultants, clients or team
members, she gains people’s respect and her voice is heard; whether on a job site in New
York City or Saudi Arabia. Yasmeen is exceedingly capable and is charting a dynamic

path to leadership in our office and the profession.”
Heidi Blau, FAIA, LEED AP, Partner, FXFOWLE

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TIFFANY
WHIPPLE

Project Manager

PCL Construction Services, Inc.

NOMINATED BY: CHRISTINE MCHUGH, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, TURNER & TOWNSEND
(BARCLAYS ACCOUNT)

Tiffany Whipple tackles mega projects with poise and tenacity. She is a problem solver
and a calming force, gaining clients’ respect by demonstrating skill, commitment,
and communication.

Starting her career in California, Tiffany was involved in complex projects including
the San Diego International Airport Terminal 2 Expansion & the Cinemas and
Conference Center at LA LIVE! Constantly pushing herself both personally and
professionally, Tiffany picked up her life and moved to New York City – a place in
which grit is not just recommended but required. Again, Tiffany has risen to new
heights and shown that her skill and workmanship is limited by neither location nor
scope. She has earned the respect of another client, working as the Project Manager
for Ride, Slides, Pools and Theming. Tiffany believes that mentoring is an essential
part of life. Her professional generosity is demonstrated through her work with young
engineers, taking the time to show them the ropes and explain the “why” and not just
the “what”.

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NICOLE
WOOLARD

Associate

Duane Morris LLP

NOMINATED BY: DAVID N. FELDMAN, PARTNER, DUANE MORRIS LLP AND NICOLE HUNTER
PROJECT MANAGER PROGRAM/ CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, HNTB CORPORATION
Nicole Woolard is a construction attorney at Duane Morris LLP. She negotiates
construction agreements, architect and engineer agreements, trade contracts,
subcontracts and license agreements on behalf of developers, owners, contractors
and design professionals. Nicole also advises clients in disputes arising from public
and private construction projects and litigates such disputes. Nicole serves on the
Duane Morris Women’s Impact Network for Success and Professional Women in
Construction’s Program Committee.

“Nicole has the rare combination of excellent judgment, industriousness in her in her
work, and a general likability that makes it a pleasure to have her as a colleague”

David N. Feldman, Partner, Duane Morris LLP

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A LYS SA
ZAHLER

Commercial Real Estate Advisor

Newmark Grubb Knight Frank

NOMINATED BY: LEE BRODSKY, MANAGING PARTNER AT NEWMARK
GRUBB KNIGHT FRANK

“She is dedicated to her clients –providing them with best in class service
through creative solutions.”

Lee Brodsky, Managing Director, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank
As a national commercial real estate advisor, Alyssa is passionate about helping
companies strategically find and create  work environments that fit their corporate
culture and economic needs. Beyond her work at Newmark she serves as President
of the Young Leadership Council at The Boys & Girls Harbor and is a mentor
at The Opportunity Network.

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CONNIE
ZAMBIANCHI

President, P.E., C.W.I., M.S.I.

Amaracon Testing & Inspections

NOMINATED BY MARA JOHNSTON, VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FOR
STAR AMERICA CAPITAL ADVISORS, LLC

Connie Zambianchi is the President of Amaracon Testing & Inspections, LLC. She
started working in the construction industry while at Manhattan College, studying Civil
Engineering. Since completing her degree, she has worked for some of the largest
and most significant construction companies in New York City, including STV Inc.,
RCDolner Construction, Conti Corp, and served as the Director of Special Inspections
at Materials Testing Group.

Ms. Zambianchi’s projects have included bridges, tunnels, roadways, airports, railways,
and subways, commercial and residential buildings and industrial power plants.
Following her role for over three years as the Director of Special Inspections at
MTGroup, she took the knowledge and experience to create her own Special Inspection
Agency (SIA), Amaracon Testing & Inspections, LLC.

Ms. Zambianchi is inspiring the younger generation through her mentoring both at
Manhattan college and through the ACE Mentor Program.  Given her personal growth
as a woman in the male dominated field of engineering and construction,
she also has a strong desire to give back to those younger women looking
to grow and develop in this field.

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Professional Women in Construction

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2014-2017

PRESIDENT// Barbara Armand President, Armand Corporation

VICE PRESIDENT// Nancy Czesak RA, First Vice President, Tishman
an AECOM Company

TREASURER// Lisa Wilson Chief Information Officer
JRM Construction

SECRETARY// Nicole Hunter Project Manager, HNTB

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// Florence Chilton CEO, Florence Construction Co.
// Andy Frankl CEO, IBEX Construction
// Ellen Greiper Partner, Goldberg Segalla
// Kay Lee Business Development Manager Tyco SimplexGrinnell
// Maria Wilpon AIA Int’l Association Principal, Stantec

STAFF// Chelsea LeMar Executive Director STAFF// Frances Wilson Development Coordinator

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A YEAR
IN REVIEW

January 27th, 2016
University Panel//Steelcase Showroom

February 11th, 2016
Member Only Networking//Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar

February 24th 2016
Housing Construction Forum//General Mechanics

March 15th, 2016
Healthcare Construction Panel//Steelcase Showroom

May 20th, 2016
Transportation Forum//Grand Hyatt

June 1st, 2016
Mentorship Panel//Steelcase Showroom

July 11th, 2016
Annual Golf Outing//Wykagyl Country Club

July 27th, 2016
Bjarke Ingels Group Presentation//BIG Offices

September 8th, 2016
Member Only Networking//View of the World

September 29th, 2016
Salute to Women//Battery Gardens

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November 3rd, 2016
Architects & Engineers//Cooper Union

November 15th, 2016
25 Kent Panel Discussion//Toby Moskovits’ Office

December 14th, 2016
Annual Holiday Party//Pennsy

AN EXCITING YEAR TO COME

January 24th, 2017
University Construction//Steelcase Showroom

March 3rd, 2017
Construction Chiefs//Grand Hyatt

April 30th, 2017
Shape/More Half Marathon PWC Scholarship Fundraiser Run

June 26th, 2017
Golf//Wykagyl Country Club

September 28, 2017
Salute to Women of Achievement//Battery Gardens

TO BE DETERMINED

Member-Only; Parks Panel (new!); Healthcare Construction; Technology (new!);
Housing Construction; Transportation Forum;

Developers’ Forum; Architects & Engineers; Annual Holiday Party

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January 27th, 2016
University Panel // Steelcase Showroom

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February 24th 2016
Housing Construction Forum

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March 15th, 2016
Healthcare Construction Panel
// Steelcase Showroom

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May 20th, 2016
Transportation Forum // Grand Hyatt

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June 1st, 2016
Mentorship Panel // Steelcase Showroom

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June 23rd, 2016
Developers’ Forum // Club 101

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July 11th, 2016
Annual Golf Outing // Wykagyl Country Club

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July 27th, 2016
Bjarke Ingels Group Presentation
// BIG Offices

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September 8th, 2016
Member Only Networking
// View of the World

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September 29th, 2016
Salute to Women // Battery Gardens

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November 3rd, 2016
Architects & Engineers // Cooper Union

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November 15th, 2016
25 Kent Panel Discussion
// Toby Moskovits’ Office

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December 14th, 2016
Annual Holiday Party
DIY Photo Booth memories, paste your photos
into your book! Materials are by the photo booth.

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December 14th, 2016
Annual Holiday Party
DIY Photo Booth memories, paste your photos
into your book! Materials are by the photo booth.

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Armand Hires the Best
Because Our Clients Deserve The Best.

C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S
OperaƟons Manager

Tiffany Johnston

Professional Women in ConstrucƟon

20 Under 40 Awardee
2016

ARMAND CORPORATION

Program & Construction Management

New York
New Jersey Philadelphia

www.armandcorp.com

(212) 542-4179

Duane Morris proudly supports
Professional Women in Construction

and congratulates

NICOLE WOOLARD

on being named one of the
20 Under 40

Outstanding Women in Construction

NICOLE WOOLARD
P: 212.471.1889

[email protected]

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clients in all aspects of construction and government contracting.

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We Congratulate our Associate

Yasmeen Shamsuddin AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

and Her Fellow Outstanding Women in Construction
and Proudly Support

Professional Women in Construction

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