November 2026 High-Profile: Awards 47
Awards
Weston & Sampson Ranked No. 2 Among Best Places to Work for Women
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Reading, MA – Weston & Sampson, a 100 % employee-owned interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services, has been ranked No. 2 nationally in the“ Enterprise” category of the 2026 Best Places to Work for Women awards program. The No. 2 ranking places Weston & Sampson among the top employers in the nation and among the highest-ranked engineering firms participating in the program.
Presented by Best Companies Group in partnership with BridgeTower Media, the award recognizes organizations that create exceptional workplace experiences for women and foster opportunities for career growth, leadership development,
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and long-term success.
The rankings are based on extensive employee survey data and an independent analysis of workplace experiences for women across participating companies nationwide.
“ We are honored to be recognized as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work for Women. At Weston & Sampson, we believe that creating opportunities for talented professionals to grow, lead, and succeed is essential to our culture and our continued success,” noted Leah Stanton, PE, chief operating officer.“ This recognition
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reflects the contributions of the remarkable women throughout our firm and our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where all employees can thrive.”
“ As a 100 % employeeowned company, we know that diverse perspectives strengthen our organization, improve the solutions we deliver to our clients, and help us build a stronger future for the communities we serve,” Stanton added.
Women are represented throughout Weston & Sampson, including in
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leadership positions and on the firm’ s board of directors, where they help shape the organization’ s future. According to company data, women represent nearly 30 % of the firm’ s workforce, are employed in more than 70 % of departments, hold 38 % of board seats, and accounted for 43 % of promotions in 2025.
“ These workplaces excel in creating environments where women employees thrive,” said Jaime Raul Zepeda, executive vice president of Best Companies Group + COLOR Magazine.“ At Best Companies Group, we are pleased to recognize employers who know, recognize, and appreciate their female talent.”
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Melanson Earns AGC MA Superintendent of the Year Award
Wellesley, MA – Erland Construction senior superintendent Keith Melanson has received the 2026 Superintendent of the Year – Safety Alignment Award from AGC Massachusetts. Presented at the 2026 AGC MA Safety Awards, the honor recognizes Melanson’ s leadership, commitment to jobsite safety and dedication to fostering a culture where the well-being of every team member remains a priority.
With nearly 35 years of construction industry experience following his service in the U. S. Army, Melanson has built his career around leading by example. His proactive approach to planning, clear communication and consistent accountability have earned him the respect of colleagues, trade partners and project teams. At Erland, Melanson plays an important role in reinforcing a safety culture rooted in preparation, collaboration and shared responsibility.
( l-r): Dan Smith, field supervisor; Clarence Reid, safety director; Keith Melanson, senior superintendent; Laurie Webber, safety officer; and Sean McDonald, president, all of Erland Construction / Photo courtesy of Erland Construction
“ Keith has made a tremendous impact on Erland and the people he has worked alongside over the years,” said Sean McDonald, president of Erland
Construction.“ I’ ve seen firsthand the care, professionalism, and accountability he brings to his work and the standard he sets for those around him. This recognition is a reflection of the respect Keith has earned throughout the industry, and I’ m incredibly proud to see him receive this well-deserved honor.”
The individual recognition comes as Erland was also honored with a 2025 National AGC Safety Award.
“ Keith has made a tremendous impact on Erland and the people he has worked alongside over the years,” said Sean McDonald, president of Erland Construction.“ I’ ve seen firsthand the care, professionalism, and accountability he brings to his work and the standard he sets for those around him. This recognition is a reflection of the respect Keith has earned throughout the industry.”
Fitzemeyer & Tocci Ranks No. 5 Among Zweig’ s Best Firms to Work For
Woburn, MA – Fitzemeyer & Tocci celebrated its recognition as a 2026 Best Firm to Work For at Zweig Group’ s 2026 ElevateAEC Conference & Awards Gala in Park City, Utah. The firm ranked No. 5 in the 10 to 49 employees category.
Matt Fitzemeyer, president, and Matt Merli, principal and director, represented Fitzemeyer & Tocci at the event, joining architecture, engineering, and construction industry leaders from across the country to recognize outstanding workplaces.
Zweig Group’ s Best Firms to Work For recognition considers employee feedback alongside firm practices related to workplace culture, employee experience, and professional development. Representatives of the firm say the recognition reflects its ongoing efforts to support employees and foster a collaborative workplace, and they credit its employees with shaping that culture.
Fitzemeyer & Tocci is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year.
Matt Fitzemeyer and Matt Merli at Zweig Group’ s 2026 ElevateAEC Awards Gala Photo courtesy of F & T www. high-profile. com