In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President Eric Ritchie sits down with Workforce Advancement Manager Pete Parizo and 2024 SCA graduate Cohen Noble to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Sargent Construction Academy. Eric and Pete discuss how the program has evolved from the early days—housing and busing new hires to a “training field”—to today’s company-wide initiative focused on helping individuals build meaningful careers. Pete shares insight into how meeting people where they’re at has transformed the program’s success, while Cohen offers a firsthand perspective on transitioning from a small town in Maine to the field, living on the road, and finding purpose through the people he works with.

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President Eric Ritchie sits down with Northern Maine Regional Manager Tim LePage and Superintendent Scott Blanchard to reflect on the completion of the largest project in Sargent’s history—the I-395/Route 9 Connector. The team revisits some of the early challenges and predictions they made in 2023, including handling wick drains, ultra-lightweight fill, and complex site logistics in the Felts Brook area.

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, Amanda Martin, VP of Human Resources, introduces the growing HR team at Sargent—including new team members from Maine and North Carolina. Listeners get to know Claire, Renee, Harry, Alexis, and Justin as they share their backgrounds, hobbies, and how they support Sargent’s employee-owners. The team also highlights Sargent’s recent growth, military-friendly designation, and who to contact for specific HR needs. With some laughs, shout-outs, and even a few outtakes, this episode is a reminder that behind the scenes, Sargent’s HR team is here to help!

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, we shine a spotlight on the growing community of women field leaders at Sargent. Sebastian has a conversation with current and future leaders—including Meredith Brewer, Elizabeth Drelich, Jessie Kennedy, Charli Vaillancourt, and retired Superintendent Katrina Morgan—about their experiences in the field, the importance of support, and the launch of a new internal group dedicated to mentoring and connecting women in construction.

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In this episode of the Sargent On Track Podcast, host Business Development Director Glenn Adams sits down with leaders from N.S. Giles—Maine’s largest concrete contractor—to talk about their journey from humble beginnings to major project partners on jobs like the Back Cove South Storage Facility. They discuss the company’s growth, recent acquisitions, commitment to safety, and innovations in tilt-up construction. The conversation highlights the deep partnership between Sargent and N.S. Giles, shared values around safety and mutual respect between field leaders.

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In this Sargent On Track Podcast episode, host Sebastian and HR Specialist Justin Embry welcome Bruce Watson, Director of Career and Technical Education at Goochland County Public Schools. Bruce shares the story behind Goochland’s successful Heavy Equipment Operator Program, launched in 2014, designed to prepare high school students for immediate, high-paying careers in the construction industry. Bruce and Justin discuss the importance of partnerships between schools and businesses like Sargent, highlighting the crucial role of hands-on experience, equipment donations, and mentorship in developing skilled operators.

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President Eric Ritchie is joined by CEO Herb Sargent and CFO Tasha Gardner to celebrate the conclusion of Sargent's ESOP month. The trio reflects on the significance of employee ownership, highlighting the company's remarkable ESOP growth and the direct benefits experienced by employee-owners, from stock price increases to vesting milestones. They emphasize the essential role each team member plays in building and sustaining value, fostering succession, and ensuring a prosperous future for everyone involved. With practical insights, heartfelt stories, and recognition for the collective efforts behind this success, this episode underscores the powerful impact of shared ownership and how it shapes both individual careers and Sargent's enduring legacy.

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President Eric Ritchie welcomes CFO Marcie Martelle and COO Brian Emmons from fellow Maine‑based ESOP T Buck Construction for a behind‑the‑scenes chat about what it really takes to build—and sustain—an employee‑owned company. From the legacy of founder Terry Buck and T Buck’s 2020 transition to 100% employee ownership to the day‑to‑day challenges of educating crews, growing valuations, and planning leadership succession, the conversation is packed with practical lessons and honest reflections that mirror Sargent’s own 12‑year ESOP journey.

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President & COO Eric Ritchie sits down with Vice President of HR Amanda Martin, Northern Maine Regional Manager Tim LePage, and Vice President of Accounting & Administration Carey Sheehan to unpack the brand‑new Sargent Leadership Academy—an in‑house, 12‑day program designed to give current and emerging leaders the hard and soft skills they’ll need to help steer the company’s growth. The group shares how a field‑born idea from Project Engineer Joe Frazier grew into a curriculum co‑taught by Sargent leaders and partner firm WellBuilt, covering everything from estimating drills and time‑management hacks to Finance 101 and ESOP fundamentals. Along the way, they reflect on the power of mutual understanding across departments, the importance of succession planning, and the value of “Investing in People.”

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President Eric Ritchie sits down with CEO Herb Sargent and newly promoted Vice Presidents/Chief Operating Officers Doug Morrison (North) and Justin Porter (South) to reveal the company’s new dual‑COO structure, explain how it supports Sargent’s succession plan, and share what “responsible growth” looks like in both New England and the Mid‑Atlantic. The conversation traces Doug’s and Justin’s 20-plus-year journeys from “glorified laborers” to regional leaders, unpacks why the move strengthens local decision‑making and keeps the ESOP culture front‑and‑center, and offers an inside look at future expansion opportunities. You’ll also hear ESOP‑Month excitement: the latest Price-Is-Right question on the Profit Sharing True-Up Bonus!

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