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Downes is proud to
be named a 2023
Best Place to Work
in Connecticut!
Building Excellence Building Excellence since 1934 since 1934
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Downes
Construction Co.
HEADQUARTERS: New Britain
INDUSTRY: Construction
WEBSITE: www.downesco.com
TOP EXECUTIVE: David Patrick, President
F
ounded in 1934, Downes
Construction Co. was for-
merly a third-generation fami-
ly-owned business, and is now
100% employee-owned. It serves
the K-12, public safety, municipal
and healthcare markets.
Core Values: Safety first, integrity,
quality, accountability, leadership.
Fun & Relaxation: Hosts Yard Goat
games, National Pizza Day, Cinco
de Mayo, chair massages, Hallow-
een costume contest, lunches.
Demographics: 41% of employees
are millennials; 33% are women in
leadership positions.
Employee Recognition: "Annual
Project Manager," "Superinten-
dent" and "Project Team" of the
Year awards presented. Feel Good
Friday announcements of proj-
ect wins or team achievements.
Shout-outs in company newsletter
and social media. Day off given
during the week of a birthday.
Work anniversaries are recognized
with monetary gifts.
Employee Benefits: Effective first
day of hire, covers 83% of employ-
ee and dependent medical and
dental costs. Employees can enroll
on day one for 401(k) plans, which
get an annual $500 employer
match. ESOP with 100% vesting
after six years of service.
