In this week’s Mass Trades Weekly:
Update: MTW Verified Contractor Network
Verified Contractor Profile: Benjamin Carsey, Plumber
Small Public Jobs you can Bid this Week that Don’t Require DCAMM
Large Projects Getting Started + Contractor Outreach Guide
MTW Job Board
In Your Corner: Professional Services for Contractors
I’m cheering for you. Now go out and crush it.
~Christie
Update: MTW Contractor Network
The Mass Trades Weekly Verified Contractor Network has received a total of 51 applications from small local contractors across Massachusetts since opening just a couple weeks ago. The Verified Contractor Network is designed to support organizations in Massachusetts that regularly hire outside contractors and maintain buildings, campuses, or properties.
We would love to include your company in our referrals, especially if you are a regular reader of MTW! Please use this link to start the application. You may forward your basic business documentation to Christie C White at: [email protected], or simply reply to this email. The network is in very early stages, and we expect the process, features, and services to grow and evolve over time.
Verified Contractor Profile: Benjamin Carsey, Plumber
Carsey Plumbing and Heating LLC
📍 Essex, MA
🔧 Plumbing, HVAC
📞 978-238-6458
📧 [email protected]
🌐 CarseyPlumbing.com
Serving the North Shore with a team of 3 master plumbers and oil burner technicians. 24/7 emergency service available.
Documents on File with MTW:
✅ Master Plumber License
✅ Commercial General Liability Insurance
✅ Workers' Compensation Insurance
✅ Certificate of Insurance (COI)
✅ W-9
✅ References
✅ Photos of recent work
Small Public Jobs you can Bid this Week that Don’t Require DCAMM
A Few Notes on Small Public Projects:
Consult the bid documents: Always check the official project documents for full details including scope, requirements, and deadlines.
Bonding: Public projects in Massachusetts frequently require bonding. If you don’t already have it in place, consider reaching out to a surety broker to line it up prior to bidding on a project.
Prevailing wage: Assume prevailing wage for public work at all price points.
• Town Bid Document Request Email Template (printable).
• Small Public Job Listings (spreadsheet)
Large public projects getting underway across Massachusetts
Why should small contractors care about large public projects? Large projects
show who the active primes worth knowing are. You’re not here for the
contract, you’re here for the contacts.
Why should local suppliers and equipment rental companies watch large public projects? Big awards show where projects are starting and who may need tools, materials, equipment, machines, labor, and support. You’re not just tracking projects. You’re tracking future purchase orders.
• Contractor Outreach Guide (printable)
• Large Public Projects (spreadsheet)
Curated Building Trades Jobs across Massachusetts
This Week’s Featured job listing:
Director of Business Development & Field Operations — Greater Boston
New Chapter HI Services is seeking an experienced construction industry professional to help lead business development and field operations.
Highlights:
$55,000–$65,000 salary
Paid time off
Apprenticeship/training opportunities
Full-time position
10+ years of construction industry experience preferred
Existing network of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry contacts strongly preferred
Government and commercial contracting experience preferred
Apply Directly: Mica — [email protected]
View Massachusetts trades job listings here: MTW Jobs Board.
Hiring in the Massachusetts building trades? Complete this form to submit your company’s openings.
Professional Services for Contractors
In Your Corner connects contractors with trusted local professionals and industry resources across Massachusetts.
This week’s featured professional:
Rose Edouarzin, CPA
Summit Bookkeeping and Accounting
Phone: 508-921-0654
Email: [email protected]
Website: sbamycpa.com
Rose helps contractors stay compliant, minimize taxes, and make informed financial decisions. Tell her “Christie says hello“!