“I was about six or eight years old. My mother told me that wherever any construction work was going on, that’s where I’d be.” Steve Lavallee, General Superintendent of Penobscot General Contractors, has over 35 years of industry experience. His passion for construction didn’t just start earlier than most. It’s also what brought him out of retirement to work with PGC. An early love ... Read More
Get to know Clay Maker, Co-President
Was it predestined for Clay Maker, Co-President of Penobscot General Contractors, to carry on his family’s lineage of construction? Or, was it his own personal passion for the industry? It’s a little of both. Generations of history Clay was born and raised in North Yarmouth. His grandfather was one of the four founders of a local major construction company. “Growing up, it was always ... Read More
PGC Named One of the Best Places to Work in Maine!
At Penobscot General Contractors we take great pride in fostering a positive, collaborative company culture. We’ve never done this to earn recognition - we do it because we know it’s the right thing to do for our people. However, we were pleased to be named to the Best Places to Work in Maine list this year! While the rankings haven’t been released yet, it’s an honor to know that we are one of the ... Read More
Employee Experience: Jon DiCentes, Co-President
Jon DiCentes, co-president of Penobscot General Contractors, has nearly three decades of experience in the construction industry. Jon’s story in the industry encompasses projects across numerous industries, from residential to prominent commercial and government properties. At PGC, he uses his experience, technical knowledge, business background and communication skills to provide advanced ... Read More