By Charlie Grant Entering the Unknown When I began my internship at PREMIER as a Project Management Intern, I was like many college students—curious, motivated, and unsure of exactly where my interests would take me. I knew I was drawn to the construction field, but beyond that, I didn’t have a clear picture of which path within the industry I wanted to pursue. A Platform for Growth Joining PREMIER was a turning point. From day one, PREMIER provided more than just a summer in

September 2, 2025 – Iselin, NJ  – PREMIER Design + Build Group is proud to announce the appointment of William Rosa as Vice President of Construction – Eastern Region, a key leadership role in advancing operational excellence and client satisfaction across the East Coast. With more than 20 years of hands-on construction and field leadership experience, Rosa will oversee project management operations throughout the Eastern Region, providing strategic direction to project teams

August 25, 2025 (Buffalo Grove, IL)  – PREMIER Design + Build Group proudly announces the promotion of Aidan Fahrenkrog to Vice President of Preconstruction Services for the Central Region, recognizing his team-driven approach, technical expertise, and commitment to operational excellence. In this elevated role, Aidan will lead all preconstruction operations for the Central Region, managing teams, strengthening client relationships, and driving strategic growth. He will overs

By: Evie Katz Palka Laying the Foundation The summer before my senior year at Butler University, I had the incredible opportunity to intern with the Marketing Department at PREMIER. From the very beginning, I was immersed in both marketing strategy and construction operations, gaining hands-on experience that went far beyond the classroom. I developed valuable skills in Adobe Creative Suite, photography, and videography, and took on key responsibilities such as creating conte

By: Alex Epstein Starting My Career in the Field My journey with PREMIER began as a Field Intern, where I had the chance to be on-site and see the day-to-day operations up close. That hands-on experience was invaluable. It gave me a strong foundation in how construction projects actually come together in real time. Later that year, during winter break, I came back as an Office Intern, which gave me a totally different perspective. I learned more about the behind-the-scenes pl

April 10, 2025 (Irvine, C.A.)— PREMIER Design + Build Group  proudly announces the addition of Joe Paul Camacho Jr. as Director of Preconstruction, further strengthening its expertise in estimating and preconstruction services with a focus on the Southwest Region. With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Camacho brings an extensive background in preconstruction, value engineering, project management, and sustainable building. His knowledge enhances PREMI

April 1, 2025 (Iselin, N.J.) – PREMIER Design + Build Group  is pleased to announce the addition of Fred Castelbuono as Vice President of Field Operations. In this role, Castelbuono will oversee all field activities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality while strengthening PREMIER’s growing presence in the Eastern region. "Fred brings a wealth of knowledge from his 30+ years of construction experience and a results-driven approach to our field operations,” says Jason Hart

The first quarter of 2025 has been a season of growth and opportunity at PREMIER! As we continue expanding our reach, we are excited to welcome talented new team members across all regions and positions. Their expertise and fresh perspectives are fueling innovation and strengthening our ability to deliver exceptional projects. With so much momentum, this year is already shaping up to be a defining one for PREMIER. Building a Stronger Team, Expanding Our Expertise At PREMIER,

March 11, 2025 (Iselin, NJ)  – PREMIER Design + Build Group  is proud to announce the addition of Executive Vice President Jason Hart, who will play a pivotal role in driving expansion and accelerating growth in its Eastern region. With over 20 years of diverse construction expertise, Hart will be instrumental in building on PREMIER’s momentum and further strengthening its presence in this high-potential market. As Executive Vice President, Hart will oversee PREMIER’s busines

What drew you to the construction industry?  I was introduced to construction through small-scale projects I assisted on early in my career. I quickly realized that construction management was my calling—I love the dynamic nature of the work, the problem-solving involved, and the opportunity to be part of a team that brings large-scale buildings to fruition. I knew with confidence I wanted to be a part of that process. What is the most rewarding part of your job?  The most re

What drew you to the construction industry?   I was attracted to the construction industry from a very young age. Growing up in Northern Jersey all sorts of construction was taking place and it fascinated me to see tangible success. What is the most rewarding part of your job?  The most rewarding part of my job is having strong relationships with clients/owners, who rely on us to get the building built. Having such strong relationships enables us to continue working long-term

What drew you to the construction industry?  Architecture drew me in originally, I had this ideology that designing and building a building was the epitome of "functional art", which I still hold. Everything about the process was exciting to me; someone could draw a sketch, and that idea could become a physical space in time. Stepping into the design-build side of this industry opened me up to more learning opportunities; I now could see these buildings being constructed and

Feb. 6, 2025 (Iselin, NJ) – PREMIER Design + Build Group  is proud to announce the promotion  of Alexis Graziosetta-Tobias to Vice President, Project Development of its Northeast region.  "Alexis has been an integral part of our team, demonstrating exceptional leadership, dedication, and expertise in project development,” says Michael Pacini, President at PREMIER Design + Build Group. “Her promotion to Vice President, Project Development is well deserved, and I am confident t

December 13, 2024 (Buffalo Grove, IL)—PREMIER Design + Build Group is proud to recognize Ronald Nelsen for reaching a remarkable milestone—his 20th anniversary with the company! As the first employee, Ron holds a unique place in PREMIER’s history being the first to achieve such a significant tenure within the organization.  Over the past two decades, Ron has been a key figure in PREMIER’s success, helping establish a culture of excellence, safety, and innovation. His strong l

December 4, 2024 (Iselin, NJ) – PREMIER Design + Build Group announces the retirement of Karl Hoermann, Senior Vice President and Director of Construction for the Northeast Division. With deep gratitude, the team at PREMIER honors Karl’s invaluable leadership and celebrates his career spanning over four decades of dedication to the construction industry. Karl’s remarkable journey began in New York as a site superintendent, where he quickly established himself as a trusted le

April 12, 2024 (Irvine, CA) – PREMIER Design + Build Group, LLC is pleased to announce that Graham Benes has joined its team as Executive Vice President, Southwest. Benes brings more than 26 years of experience in commercial real estate development and construction to his new role. He has successfully delivered more than 20 million square feet across a wide range of project types. In his new role, Benes will be responsible for overseeing all facets of the firm’s work in west

March 8, 2024 (Buffalo Grove, IL) - PREMIER Design + Build Group, LLC proudly celebrates the contributions of our women employees, recognizing their dedication, expertise, and passion as integral drivers of our success and significant part in shaping the construction industry. We embrace the opportunity to explore new ideas, approaches to projects, and problem-solving through diverse perspectives. Diverse workforces offer many benefits, explains Lisa Walwyn, Project Administr

Congratulations to Thomas Rushing Sr. on his promotion to General Superintendent, Southwest Market! Tom’s dedication and proven track record for consistently delivering quality work product and working efficiently and proactively with our team members, partners and clients across the SW market, while embodying PREMIER’s core values, demonstrates his exemplary leadership capabilities in the field. “I like to see the younger generation join the team and help to mentor them, the

We are thrilled to welcome Paola Placko to PREMIER as Preconstruction Manager! With more than 20 years of experience in architecture design, zoning analysis and permitting, to construction management, Paola’s diverse knowledge and skills are instrumental in her new role where she will focus on residential/multifamily and industrial. She will work closely in the day-to-day and oversight of project scheduling, estimating, subcontractor selection, and coordinate with owners and

PREMIER Design + Build Group, LLC is pleased to announce that Michael J. Power, Jr. has joined the firm as chief financial officer...