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Brett Babicz

Brett Babicz

Operations Manager

As a graduate of Wentworth Institute of Technology, Brett Babicz came to the Charles A. Gaetano Construction Corporation through an internship. During that time, Mr. Babicz excelled at project management and has proven his ability to take on the responsibility of both large and small projects. Mr. Babicz's performance exceeds expectations and we do not hesitate to assign him to our company's most important projects.

As Project Manager, Mr. Babicz's role is to see projects through to a successful conclusion. He is responsible for all impact on job schedule, cost, labor and completion date.

Key Projects

Mr. Babicz specializes in projects concerning Healthcare and Multi-Unit Housing

SUNY IT Quad C, Marcy, NY.

This project included the site work & utility relocation package for the new QUAD-C project at the SUNY Institute of Technology. The project consisted of relocating Tele/Data lines in preparation for the new QUAD-C Nanotech Research Facility, and providing new storm, water, sanitary and electric utilities to the building site. Project Value $3.1 Million

Munson Machinery, Utica, NY.

New 12,000 SF addition to existing facility, consisting of a 1-story steel structure with insulated metal siding, new loading dock and 5 overhead cranes. Project Value $1 Million

FSLH Center for Rehabilitation & Continuing Care Svcs., Utica, NY.

This expansion project includes the renovation of 20,000 SF of space for inpatient rehabilitation and the creation of nearly 40,000 SF to house a dialysis unit, adult daycare, homecare services and visiting nursing. Project Value $13 Million

Acacia Village, Utica, NY.

New Design-Build 3 story, 75 unit senior apartment building connecting to the existing Acacia Village at the Masonic Care Community in Utica. This project was entirely administered & managed from the field office on site. Project Value $20 Million

St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Utica, NY.

Expansion including a new 2-story addition with a new Kitchen on the 2nd Floor and new addition to the ER on the 1st Floor. Also included was a renovation of the old Kitchen for the new ER Urgent Care area, the old ER was renovated for the new Cafeteria & Servery and the old loading dock area was relocated to the new loading dock addition as well. In addition, renovations were made to the Catheterization Labs & Pharmacy Department. Project Value $15 Million.

Stanley Theater, Utica, NY.

Sitework, Concrete and Masonry Package for the Stage Expansion Project and the General Trades Package including framing, drywall, painting, ceilings, doors, hardware, mill-work, stage flooring, toilet partitions & accessories for the Stagehouse Addition/New Connector Wing that links all levels of the Stagehouse to the existing Auditorium. Project Value $6 Million.

Faxton-St. Luke's Health Care Rehabilitation Renovation, Utica, NY,

A 5-phase project that included a major 2-story renovation to approximately 25,000 square-feet. Coordination and relocation of hospital staff was required at the end of each phase prior to each phase abatement and structural analysis was required. Project Value $1.8 million.

Sunset Wood Apartments, Utica, NY.

A 24-unit, 3-story assisted living house project addition. Block, brick and concrete plank structure. Consisting of a new elevator, sprinkler system, complete electrical and mechanical systems along with major site work development. Project Value $2.9 million.

Rescue Mission, Utica, NY.

6,000 square-foot 3-story building consisting of a 30-bed SRO facility and links with 2 existing Rescue Mission buildings. Masonry block and brick with pre-cast plank structure. Project has outside concrete patios, retaining walls and corridor system with tile pavers. Project Value $2.3 million.

Continuing Education / Training

  • Wentworth Institute of Technology, Boston, MA
  • Bachelor of Science, Construction Management
  • OSHA 10 Hour Course
  • N.Y.S. (GBC) General Building Contractors, Future Constrution Leaders Course
  • (AGC) Associated General Contractors, Advanced Project Management Course
  • (AGC) Associated General Contractors, Leadership in Construction Course
  • ASHE Healthcare Construction Certificate
  • Accredited LEED Green Associate