About Us
For over 100 years, BBE has delivered construction management and general contracting expertise with an award-winning team led by four generations of family.
BBE's employee-owned values are the foundation to everything we do and we continue to carry with us the dedication, client centricity, good stewardship, and trustworthiness that have become the hallmarks of our business. We value our strength in the communities we serve as we look forward to many more years of building for regional, national and international corporate, academic, manufacturing and community-based clients.
BBE recognizes the impact and value of supporting the communities in which we work and the industry at large. As such, we were instrumental in forming the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Connecticut in 1947 and The Construction Institute at the University of Hartford in 1975.
Our people continue to support the mission of these organizations with knowledge, dedication and commitment to excellence. Our commitment to service is demonstrated by the fact that BBE leadership have held the position of AGC President four times – the only company to have this honor.
We are incredibly proud of our continuous operation for over 100 years! The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for our clients, employees and community.
Fundamental to our heritage is the hallmark of encouraging employees to grow and improve in safety and skill and to take advantage of the training/mentoring opportunities rich within our industry connections. With an unrivaled retention rate of 95%, our team boasts numerous associates with over 20 years of service.
In 2017, Thomas M. Panczner was named President and Chief Executive Officer with James H. Eacott, III as Chairman of the Board, carrying on the family’s heritage and distinction as a fourth-generation led company.
Dedication
We are dedicated to providing high quality services, proactive teamwork and collaboration, and creative and effective approaches that result in highly successful projects. The majority of BBE employees have been employed with the company for 15+ years, which is a length of tenure well above the industry average. We believe that outstanding people provide outstanding results that often save clients time and money and result in a better overall value and operating efficiency.
Good Stewards
BBE is committed to being Good Stewards within our communities. We believe in the power of giving back to the communities and towns that have allowed us to build and grow in the Connecticut region and beyond over the past century. From corporate sponsorships, to volunteering at little league, our employees are involved and engaged at many different organizations in a variety of capacities with one common goal - making a positive impact in our communities.
Trustworthy
We do the right thing. We don't hide from it, we own it. BBE has a long history of making things right, regardless of who was at fault. In an industry where the blame game is a common problem, we take pride in focusing on solutions, encouraging accountability and building trust with our clients, employees and partners.
Client Centric
A client centric approach is all about putting the needs and interests of the client first. Our highly-agile team of professionals works with our clients to select an approach that best suits their budget, program, schedule and aesthetic goals. We are a partner throughout the lifecycle of a project and always have the clients best interests at the forefront of our decisions.
