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Hancock Associates is proud to announce that Joseph D. Peznola, P.E. has been promoted to Vice President of Engineering.

Joe has nearly 35 years of industry experience and has been an engineer at Hancock Associates for over 20 years. He has extensive experience with complex, high density commercial and residential developments throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire for private sector clients, non-profit organizations and municipalities. As Vice President of Engineering, Joe will continue to be responsible for managing the engineering department across Hancock’s eight offices, project management and technical quality control and assurance. In his expanded role, he will assist in the strategic planning and evolution of the civil engineering department, daily operations, technology growth, business development, personnel growth and more.

Joe has been an engineer at Hancock for over two decades and works tirelessly with clients and staff to produce outstanding designs. He is also a resolute advocate for the civil engineering and land development world, working with organizations like Citizen’s Housing and Planning Association and New Hampshire Home Builders Association to advise and promote progress in the field and was recently part of a dedicated group of responders to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection proposed changes to stormwater regulations.

Joe has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, a Massachusetts Certified Soil Evaluator and a Licensed Septic Designer in New Hampshire.

“We couldn’t be prouder of Joe’s accomplishments at Hancock and his dedication to his field over the years,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne Jalbert, P.L.S. “He has tremendous vision and with his new role, we’re certain that he’ll help chart the course of Hancock’s growth for many years to come.”

About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. They have maintained their position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. They value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire.

Hancock Associates is proud to announce that Joanne O’Connell has been promoted to Vice President. Joanne is the firm’s Director of Administration and Human Resources and based in the Danvers office at 185 Centre Street. In her role as Vice President, she will continue to assist in day-to-day operations and grow her presence and responsibilities with the company’s owners, managers and employees.

Since joining Hancock in 2020 as Manager of Administrative Services, Joanne has successfully undertaken a myriad of roles and quickly became the “go-to” person in the firm. Hancock’s Board of Directors unanimously voted for the promotion based on her leadership across all offices, departments and positions, ability to regularly initiate new ideas, initiatives, opportunities, processes and improvements and commitment to the company’s growth and success.

Joanne has nearly 25 years of experience in business administration, human resources, accounting and marketing and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Salem State University. She lives in Saugus, Massachusetts.

“Joanne’s growth at Hancock Associates is driven by her proactive approach to business, intuition, superior communication and commitment to doing what’s right and sets her apart as a role model, especially for women in business,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne C. Jalbert, P.L.S. “We look forward to great things ahead with Joanne joining us at the helm.”

About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. They have maintained their position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. They value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire.

Hancock Associates has announced the retirement of John Noonan, P.E., P.L.S. John had been a senior project manager at Hancock since the firm acquired Noonan & McDowell in 2018. During his tenure, he assisted Hancock’s growth in the Greater Lowell/Chelmsford area by bringing his strong knowledgebase of work throughout Billerica, Lexington, Wellesley and surrounding communities as both a surveyor and an engineer.

“Over the past few months, we have worked with John on the program for his retirement including the transfer of clients. We have also preserved the records from Noonan & McDowell so that we can continue to efficiently serve his client base in the region,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne Jalbert, P.L.S. “We thank John for his hard work and wish him well in his well-earned retirement.”

About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. They have maintained their position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. They value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire.

Hancock Associates is proud to announce that Jeffrey S. Hofmann, PLS has joined the firm as Senior Project Manager. Jeffrey is responsible for overseeing and managing all survey projects and staff in Hancock’s Newburyport office at 1 Harris Street and reports to Scott R. Jalbert, PLS, the firm’s Director of Surveying.

Jeffrey has over 35 years of survey-related experience including 15 years as owner of his own survey company. He has conducted and overseen a wide range of surveys including boundary, topographic, zoning and variance, land court, land title, construction layout, subdivisions, conservation, condominium, flood elevation certificates and mortgage inspections. Jeffrey has worked with legal counsel for municipalities and private entities to discuss and resolve title problems uncovered during the course of research and data collection and has served as an expert witness in court cases involving boundary disputes.

Jeffrey holds an Associate degree in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from Wentworth Institute of Technology. He is a registered Professional Land Surveyor in Massachusetts and Maine and a member of the National Society of Professional Surveyors, the Massachusetts Association of Land Surveyors and Civil Engineers (MALSCE) and the Maine Society of Land Surveyors (MSLS). Jeffrey lives in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

“I came to Hancock to continue my career as a Professional Land Surveyor at a larger and well-respected firm,” said Jeffrey. “I’m enjoying working with a great group of people who all want to succeed together.”

“Jeffrey has worked in the Newburyport/Salisbury area for most of his career and has extensive knowledge of the intricacies of surveys in the area,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne C. Jalbert, PLS. “With his local knowledge and survey experience, he’s a great asset to our Newburyport office and our clients in the surrounding towns.” 

About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. They have maintained their position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. They value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire.

Hancock Associates is proud to announce Scott R. Jalbert, PLS has been promoted to Director of Surveying.

Scott has been with Hancock Associates for over 30 years and was promoted to Senior Vice President in 2020. As Director of Surveying, he will oversee all surveying management operations, including technology, QA/QC, policies and procedures, procurement, hiring, standards, personnel and related business operations.

Scott holds a Certificate in Land Surveying from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, is a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Massachusetts and a member of the Massachusetts Association of Land Surveyors and Civil Engineers (MALSCE). He is MBTA Contractor Safety Trained and OSHA 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certified. He lives in Salem, Massachusetts.

“As our surveying team continues to grow and regulations and technology become more complex, general day-to-day oversight is critical,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne Jalbert, PLS. “This new position will ensure efficiency, teamwork and the highest quality service across all offices and departments. Scott is an exceptional team leader and I’m certain he will excel in his new role.”

 About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented surveyors, engineers and scientists dedicated to excellence in land/coastal development, construction and preservation. They have maintained their position as an industry leader through their investment in exceptional staff, state-of-the-art equipment/technology and acquisition of multiple surveying and engineering firms, and historical survey records dating back to 1852. Since 1978, Hancock Associates has been providing land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut and Rhode Island. They value the long-term relationships they have with their clients served through their offices in Boston, Chelmsford, Danvers, Marlborough, Newburyport, Palmer and Princeton, Massachusetts and Concord, New Hampshire. For additional information, call (978) 777-3050 or visit www.HancockAssociates.com.

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