Best Places to Work 2025 Awards
#3 LARGE COMPANIES: Gilbane Inc.
Local Employees: 239
CEO and President: Adam Gelan
Questions answered by: Michael O’Brien, Senior Vice President and New England Division Leader
What three words best describe your staff? Dedicated, tough-minded and caring.
How has your company adapted programs and services in response to challenges such as workforce shortages and staff burnout? Our company offers a robust paid time off program and prioritizes mental well-being through Spring Health, providing valuable resources for employees.
What fun activities does your company offer employees to participate in? We create engaging employee opportunities through employee appreciation events, First Friday team-building activities, and Construction Safety Week trainings and events, fostering collaboration, strengthening teams and promoting education in a supportive, fun environment.
How do you support community service work by your employees? We support employee volunteer efforts through our annual Community Impact Challenge week. We proudly collaborate with organizations such as Crossroads Rhode Island, Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island and the Olneyville Food Center, strengthening the communities where we live and work.