April is World Landscape Architecture Month! (WLAM) Established by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), WLAM is a month-long international celebration of landscape architecture and designed public and private spaces.
TFMoran is celebrating by highlighting the work of our landscape architects!
Matthew Routhier, PLA: Matt is a Professional Landscape Architect licensed in the states of NH and ME. He attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture.
Sophie Haddock: Sophie is an Assistant Land Planner in our Bedford office. Sophie attended the University of Rhode Island, and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture, with a minor in Community Planning.
Surveyors Week is March 17-23! Put on by the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS), Surveyors Week is a time to recognize professionals in the industry and educate the public.
TFMoran is proud to recognize National Surveyors Week. Our history of combining the best in Survey with the best in Engineering stretches back over 55 years! We’re celebrating this week by recognizing our team:
Leadership Team: J. Corey Colwell, LLS | Michael Dahlberg, LLS, RPLS, PLS | Brenda Kolbow, LLS, PLS Licensed Land Surveyors: Thomas Berube, LLS, RPLS, PLS | Stephen Bibeau, LLS Survey Technicians: Robert Bradshaw | Najad Ghanbari | Benjamin Krisik | Phillip Trombley Field Crews: Todd Emerson | Marty Gavin | Morgan Hershey | Jonathan Rahilly | Richard Ward | Thomas Wood
Members of the TFM staff turned out at the NHBRBest of Business (BOB) Awards Celebration on Thursday, March 14th at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord. This year’s theme was “Carribean”, encouraging guests to wear their best vacation attire! TFM sponsored the photobooth at the event – attendees enjoyed stopping by to strike a pose!
TFMoran was honored to receive our TWELFTH straight BOB Award as “Best Engineering Firm” in New Hampshire Business Review’s reader’s survey.
A portion of the proceeds from the event benefited Make-A-Wish New Hampshire, a local nonprofit organization that grants “wishes” to children with critical illness.
Thank you NHBR Readers! And congratulations to all the BOB Award winners!
Women in Construction (WIC) Week raises awareness and celebrates the work of women in the construction industry across the country. NAWIC founded WIC Week in 1998 to continue its mission of strengthening and amplifying the success of women in the industry. This year marks 25 years of celebrating Women in Construction!
Just in time for this week of celebration, TFMoran’s own Mahreana Hopson, PE, Structural Project Manager had a featured profile in High Profile’s Women in Construction special issue. Also in this issue- TFMoran’s team of Professional Women are recognized for their contribution to the Construction Industry!
Check out Mahreana’s profile in High Profile’s Women In Construction supplement, or continue reading below.
Mahreana Hopson, PE Structural Project Engineer, TFMoran, Inc.
Published in High Profile Magazine March 2024
Mahreana Hopson, PE is a structural project manager at TFMoran. When asked how she navigates the unique challenges women face in the construction industry, Mahreana says, “Although I was only able to participate in a single official mentorship program, I have really enjoyed the opportunities I have had in my career to mentor younger women in the industry. Any new college graduate feels uncertain at the start of their first job, but I feel women have a greater need to prove themselves.” She says there is a struggle with the balance of asking enough questions to be successful yet not too many to make one appear less qualified from a male counterpart. Then as women advance in their careers, there is the challenge of how to approach the older male generation that often is not comfortable taking direction from younger women. She continues, “I only hope to pass on the knowledge I have gained from my own experiences and provide the much-needed sounding board I could have benefited from having during those times. I think mentorship for women by women is the key to our continued success in the construction sector.”
When asked what changes or progress she has witnessed in the industry regarding gender diversity and inclusion, Mahreana says, “Most recently, I have noticed a shift in the amount of attention that is being brought to metrics on gender diversity and inclusion in our industry.” She says it is so wonderful to see companies acknowledging the discrepancies and possible deficiencies within their organization and then the drive that the younger workforce has to see these rectified with visible change. “It provides me with a lot of hope for our future,” she adds.
February 18-24 is National Engineers Week, and TFMoran is celebrating the hard work of our over 30 Civil, Structural, and Traffic Engineers! This week is promoted annually by Discover E, an ASCE partner, to promote the profession and celebrate engineers by showing the world the essential work engineers contribute to our everyday lives.
This year’s theme “Welcome to the Future”, is about celebrating today’s achievements and paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering.
Engineering is at the forefront of innovation and is instrumental in designing and creating the solutions that are shaping the world of tomorrow. From the development of the internet and smartphones to space exploration and renewable energy solutions, engineers have been at the forefront of progress, making our lives more efficient, comfortable, and connected. Through their creativity, expertise, and dedication, engineering teams are addressing global challenges, driving technological advancements, and making a positive impact on society’s future.
Dylan Cruess participated in the Penguin Plunge on February 11th, 2024. This fundraiser for Special Olympics New Hampshire (SONH) took place at Hampton Beach, NH, where thousands of participants plunged into the freezing water of the Atlantic.
Dylan, dressed as a TFM surveyor (hard hat and all!) was among the first in his group to make it into the water, running and jumping in with a belly flop! Dylan raised $695 for SONH, whose mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. These continuing opportunities help develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the event, supporting the mission of Special Olympics New Hampshire.
TFMoran proudly supports the Special Olympics of New Hampshire and many other local charities around the state.
TFMoran is honored to be voted as 2023 Best of Business in the Engineering category by New Hampshire Business Review readers. 2023 marks the TWELFTH consecutive year TFMoran has received this award!
The BOB Awards honors the “Best Of Business” in New Hampshire in over 50 business-to-business categories. According to NHBR’s website, more than 3,000 people cast their votes in the BOB Awards survey, recognizing over 500 businesses across New Hampshire. A Big THANK YOU to all who voted for us!
NH Business Review will hold a Caribbean-themed awards celebration on Thursday, March 14th, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord. This year is NHBR’s 16th year celebrating New Hampshire’s Best of Business. Come celebrate with us and network with business leaders from across New Hampshire in a fun and festive party atmosphere. There will also be a chance to win prizes and help raise money for Make-A-Wish New Hampshire. Don’t miss out, register early and get your tickets online at NHBR.com
Thank you to New Hampshire Business Review for this opportunity and for showcasing the Best of Business across New Hampshire!
Today, Marketing Intern Eric Poublon had the opportunity to tag along with the Land Surveying department for a day in the field.
Eric joined Morgan and Marty at Southern New Hampshire University this morning for part of their Topography and Utility Survey. Morgan and Marty demonstrated how the Prism Pole is tracked either manually or robotically by the operator or the Total Station Theodolite. This lets the team record precise measurements by communicating the vertical height and horizontal depth, allowing the instrument to draw a three dimensional line between the two surveyors and their equipment. The line will then be used to produce a topographic map of the site. They also recorded where the electrical and sewer manhole covers were located along with catch basins in the area.
Eric enjoyed his time out in the field with the Land Surveying department and getting to know the work and expertise of others at TFMoran!
TFMoran celebrated the holiday season last Wednesday with the annual “Harvest Lunch” held at the Bedford Village Inn. Both offices were brought together in the Great Hall for socializing, appetizers, and beverages before the buffet-style lunch was served. Dessert featured a specially made Harvest Lunch decorated cake by Frederick’s Pastries in Bedford, NH.
After lunch, TFMoran President Robert Duval wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and spoke about all the wonderful things to be thankful for over the past year. Bob took a moment to congratulate TFMoran for our achievements, including the 2023 NH Business Review “Best of Business” Award for the eleventh consecutive year – and voting is now open for the 2024 BOB’s! He then thanked the team for our combined efforts and hard work over the past year noting that our exceptional work and dedication will get us through the unforeseen future. TFMoran continues to strive for the best and looks forward to another successful year.
Dylan Cruess, COO also addressed the team, speaking about health insurance, the 401k program, and other benefits. He then congratulated individuals celebrating milestones with the company and recognized new employees that have joined within the past year. Dylan also mentioned the new opportunities TFMoran has begun and explore along with his eagerness to incorporate new technology into our work.
The TFMoran principals were happy to give out bonuses to the team in appreciation of everyone’s hard work and dedication to the Company.
A special thank you to the TFMoran principals for hosting yet another very special occasion. It was a great send-off to the Thanksgiving holiday as everyone headed home afterward to spend time with their families. Thank you to The Bedford Village Inn for the amazing food and lovely venue!
TFMoran is honored and proud to be the recipient of the New Hampshire Business Review’s BOB (Best Of Business) Award for the past 11 consecutive years! We would love to make it 12, with your help!
Please consider voting for TFMoran in the Engineering category, Question 14 in the online survey. You must vote for at least 15 questions for the entry to count, and only one vote per person is allowed. The ballot is open until Friday, December 29, 2023.
The BOB Awards are an annual New Hampshire Business Review award program recognizing the Granite State’s exceptional businesses. The businesses recognized offer the best service, attention to detail, and have the most helpful and eager employees. BOB Award winners from over 90 different categories, ranging from “Best Accounting Firm” to “Best Engineering Firm” to “Best Business Place for Lunch”, are considered to be New Hampshire’s highest caliber businesses offering nothing less than outstanding products and services.
The annual BOB Awards celebration will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord.
