With more than two decades of experience, Ron Perry is a seasoned and capable leader of PDC, Inc., working with the board of directors and other executives to establish short- and long-term goals. A graduate of Central Connecticut State University, he oversees our workforce, ensuring resources are allocated properly and developing strategies to continue company growth. When not overseeing budgets and major construction projects, Ron enjoys golfing and scuba diving.

Nicholas Shaink has worked with the organization since high school and is now a co-owner. Over the past 25 years, he has held almost every role in the company. He now helps oversee the workforce with a unique inside perspective. Dedicated to giving back to the community, Nick heads up a lot of the charitable efforts at PDC including the annual golf tournament. He is a father of three girls and enjoys family time at the beach on Cape Cod and going to Disney.

Christian Bourdeau oversees our finances and accounting. He possesses more than a decade of financial experience including accounts payable and receivable, invoicing and account reconciliation. He received a master’s degree in accountancy from Westfield State University.

Derek Barry joined our team in 2024 to work in our Tri-State office. A native of Ireland, he came to the U.S. in the early 1990s as a motor mechanic and developed an interest in the construction industry. He worked for nearly a decade as a carpenter and became a foreman before shifting into the managerial aspect of the business, including project manager and director of construction roles. Now living in Rockland County, New York, Derek and his wife Sharon have two grown sons. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, riding motorcycles and playing golf.

With a decade of experience in construction management roles, Randall Berkebile leads the team for our expansion into New York State, heading up our Albany office. He is responsible for overseeing projects, using his extensive contacts and knowledge to establish PDC in the area. A graduate of Ball State University, he lives in Saratoga Springs, New York with his wife and young daughter and enjoys playing drums, hiking, kayaking and camping.

With more than three decades of experience in the construction field, Chris Clare works to manage numerous projects at once, overseeing hundreds of construction workers. He holds numerous certifications including Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Trainer, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10 and 30, Fall Protection Trainer and Certified Rigger and Crane Signal. He lives in Enfield, Connecticut with his wife, Jodi, and children, Noah and Nathan, with whom he enjoys boating, camping and playing sports.

With 45 years of construction experience in nearly every industry segment, Tim Craw joined us in 2024. He is responsible for expanding the company’s footprint throughout the Atlantic states. Prior to joining us, Tim was a Union Business Agent and Building Trades President, a position that provides him with unique insights and leadership experience. A graduate of the U.S. Army Engineer School, Tim served six years in the U.S. Army. He lives in Pittsfield with his wife, and they have four children and two grandchildren. When not working, Tim loves to travel throughout the Americas and Europe.

Leading the charge on projects big and small, Joseph Leon brought a decade of experience to his role as executive project manager. Having previously served as an estimator, he is well-versed in every aspect of a job from bid to completion. A graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Joseph holds a degree in construction management.

Tim L’Italien joined our team in 2024 as assistant chief estimator with 24 years of experience, including eight years leading a team of estimators. He is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications and creating comprehensive estimates for projects. Tim graduated from Worcester State University with a degree in urban studies, and from Northeastern University with a degree in construction management. He lives in Douglas, Massachusetts with his wife Jen and their three children, and together they enjoy skiing, concerts, traveling and sporting events.

Helping to keep the office running smoothly with her more than 20 years of experience in the construction field, Karen Richter-Blais is our office manager and HR executive. She works closely with the owners to ensure all company goals are met regarding personnel, processes, safety and compliance. Karen is married with two sons, has a love for dogs and enjoys traveling.

Named to Business West’s 40 Under Forty list in 2012, Jason Tsitso oversees our project management with nearly three decades’ experience. A graduate of Porter and Chester Institute, Jason lives in Longmeadow, Massachusetts with his wife Sarah and daughter Vivian. When not working, you can find him dabbling in extreme sports, brewing beer or coaching fastpitch softball.

With three decades in the construction industry, our safety manager, Mark Chevalier, has been with us since 2000. During that time, he has been a taping supervisor, a foreman, a general foreman and a project manager. Mark strives to provide a safe work environment for all employees by delivering training and enforcing safety protocols. He is a member of the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) and holds numerous certifications to back it up. Married with two children, he has worked on many Habitat for Humanity homes as well as three “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” houses. Mark enjoys fishing in his off time and sets up a yearly fishing trip chartering up to eight boats for employees of PDC.