Home Builders and Remodelers Assoc. Names Zach Kushner New President

CHICOPEE — The Home Builders and Remodelers Assoc. of Western Massachusetts announced the appointment of Zach Kushner as its new president. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, having founded First Peak Construction.

Kushner is a graduate of UMass Amherst, where he earned a degree in building and construction technology. He then embarked on a successful career with Gilbane Building Co., one of the nation’s largest commercial construction firms. During his tenure at Gilbane, he was integral to the construction-management teams responsible for delivering numerous high-profile projects spanning various sectors, including healthcare, K-12 education, higher education, and underground infrastructure.

In his professional journey, Kushner has excelled in multiple roles, from project engineer to project manager to now running a successful commercial general contracting firm. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both project management and field operations. As a commercial property owner, he recognizes the importance of communication, organization, and transparency with clients, and is dedicated to overseeing every phase of the construction project life cycle, ensuring attention to detail from the initial concept to the final issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

“We are excited to welcome Zach Kushner to our leadership team,” said Andrew Crane, executive director of the Home Builders and Remodelers Assoc. of Western Massachusetts. “Zach’s extensive background in construction management, coupled with his passion for delivering outstanding results, aligns perfectly with our mission at the Home Builders Association.”