Aaron Ravenelle

When people think about construction, they usually think about what happens on site—the equipment, the crews, the visible progress. But the truth is, a project’s success is often decided long before construction begins.

Every successful project starts with a strong foundation. At Hale Crossing in Newport, New Hampshire, EGCon faced a common but critical construction challenge: weak and unsuitable site soils. Rather than taking the costly and disruptive route of excavating and replacing those materials, the team used an innovative ground improvement solution that allowed the project to move forward efficiently and responsibly—Rammed Aggregate Piers (RAPs).

Construction in New England is not for the faint of heart. Tight sites, aging infrastructure, unpredictable weather, complex zoning, and deeply rooted communities all demand a construction management approach that goes beyond schedules and spreadsheets. At EGCON, Development & Construction Management is not just about building structures, we are focused on building trust, accountability, and long-term value for the communities we serve.