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Hancock Associates is proud to announce that Sean Moriarty has joined the firm as a Project Manager and Wetland Scientist. Sean has over 20 years of experience as a wetland scientist and wildlife biologist in the environmental consulting industry. He is responsible for collaborating with Hancock’s engineers on project planning, developing scopes and budgets, writing proposals, completing permit application packages and ensuring projects stay on schedule. Sean will also be conducting wetland delineations, assessing wetland functions and values, providing support for rare species and general wildlife considerations and presenting projects to local boards. He is based in Hancock’s Danvers office at 185 Centre Street.

Sean has extensive experience with environmental permitting and compliance and has led and coordinated ecological assessments and environmental permitting efforts throughout North America. He is skilled in wetland delineations, Clean Water Act Section 401/404 permitting, wildlife habitat assessments, rare species surveys, Shoreline Cleanup and Assessment Technique (SCAT), Emergency Response Incident Command System (ICS), conducting research and project management.

Sean has a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management from the University of New Hampshire and has completed graduate course work in Natural Resources at the university. He is a member of The Wildlife Society and the Society of Wetland Scientists. Sean lives in Durham, New Hampshire.

“I find it satisfying to collaborate with solution-minded colleagues to develop feasible permitting strategies for complex projects as well as performing field work and accurately documenting the natural environment of a site to help guide project design to avoid or minimize impacts,” said Sean. “Hancock is known for having an atmosphere of great collaboration across departments and offices. I’m excited to work with everyone.”

“I am thrilled to have Sean join our team,” said Hancock Associates President, Wayne C. Jalbert, P.L.S. “He will lend a broad range of expertise to our project teams as well as head up intricate wetland projects through a wide geographic area.” 

About Hancock Associates

Hancock Associates is made up of talented land surveyors, civil engineers and wetland 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 pleased to announce that Jay Polakiewicz has passed the professional engineering exam and is now a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Massachusetts. Jay joined Hancock Associates in 2017 through Hancock’s internship program as an Instrument Operator. He was promoted to Project Manager in 2023.

Jay has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Syracuse University and is a certified Soil Evaluator. He lives in Beverly, Massachusetts.

“Jay has been an integral part of multiple high profile development projects over the years. He has an extremely high level of technical ability and understanding of nuances of town workings, regulations and key players. Earning his PE license further solidifies his success in the field and at Hancock Associates,” said Hancock Associates Vice President of Engineering, Joseph Peznola, PE. “We’re very proud of all of his achievements.”

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 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.