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Hancock Associates, a leading local provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, is pleased to announce that Erik Swanson, P.E., recently joined the firm as Senior Project Manager and Danvers’ Engineering Manager. He is responsible for managing workflow, providing project QA/QC and technical consistency, maintaining and developing business relationships as well as mentoring and recruiting staff. Erik also brings expertise to the firm in performing hydrologic and hydraulic analysis related to FEMA mapping updates.

Erik has over 20 years of experience in providing engineering services to the development community throughout Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. He was the owner of a local engineering firm for eight years and previously held senior-level positions at well-respected firms, including Hancock Associates.

Erik has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and a Certified Soil Evaluator.

Erik is based in Hancock’s Danvers office at 185 Centre Street and lives in Beverly, Massachusetts.

“I came back to Hancock Associates because of the strength of their people and the opportunity to develop the Danvers engineering department,” said Erik. “I’m looking forward to contributing to Hancock’s growth and evolution.”

“Erik brings a wealth of management experience to the firm and we’re confident that he will do an exceptional job as our new Danvers Engineering Manager,” said President Wayne Jalbert. “We’re excited to have him at Hancock.”

Hancock Associates, a leading local provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, is pleased to announce that Rene L. Gagnon, P.E. has joined their civil engineering department as a Senior Project Manager. He is based out of Hancock’s Marlborough office at 315 Elm Street.

Rene has 15 years of experience as a project manager and civil engineer at several well-respected engineering firms in Massachusetts. His areas of expertise include land development planning and design, erosion and sedimentation control, construction administration and inspections in all aspects of commercial and residential planning and construction.

Rene has a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Massachusetts.

Rene lives in Middleborough, Massachusetts.

“I was looking for a position with great growth potential in a firm that has a great reputation. In my new role at Hancock, I’ll be able to manage interesting and complex projects and mentor junior staff. The position is a perfect fit for me,” said Rene.

“Rene is exceptional at evaluating designs, plans and projects, assessing environmental impacts and risks and developing accurate technical reports,” said President Wayne Jalbert. “We’re thrilled to have him join our civil engineering department.”

Hancock Associates, a leading local provider of land surveying, civil engineering and wetland science services, is pleased to announce that Anthony Donato, P.E., LEED AP recently joined the firm as a Senior Project Manager and Regional Office Manager of the combined Hancock/H.W. Moore Boston office. He is responsible for business development, financial management, staff oversight and project management for both the Hancock and H.W. Moore entities.

Anthony has over 25 years of experience with a long history of permitting in retail and residential developments throughout New England. Prior to joining Hancock Associates, he was a project manager and civil engineer at several well-respected engineering firms in Massachusetts.

Anthony has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, a licensed Soil Evaluator and LEED AP certified.

Anthony lives in Winchester, Massachusetts with his wife and two children.

“I enjoy being a Project Manager because it’s very gratifying to see a project completed and operational after months of due diligence, design, permitting and construction administration,” said Anthony. “In my new position at Hancock, I’m able to share my project management expertise with the staff at H.W. Moore and help grow Hancock’s presence in Boston and points south. It’s an exciting opportunity.”

“Anthony is a talented and seasoned professional. Our clients and employees will both benefit from his wealth of knowledge and leadership skills,” said President Wayne C. Jalbert. “We’re thrilled to have him join the Hancock management team.”

Hancock Associates is proud to announce that three of Hancock’s staff are serving on governing bodies of the Massachusetts Association of Land Surveyors and Civil Engineers (MALSCE) this year.  Dan Bremser is Vice President of the Executive Board, Jason A. Ellis is Secretary of the Eastern Massachusetts Chapter and Wayne C. Jalbert is Treasurer of the Eastern Massachusetts Chapter.

MALSCE is dedicated to promoting the highest possible standards of professional practices. Visit their website at https://www.malsce.org to learn more.