Hiring of former intern demonstrates company’s commitment to helping build industry’s talent pipeline
Steele Foundation LLC, an award-winning engineered foundation construction firm serving the Greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, announced today it has hired Paul Pacheco as a project engineer. Pacheco, a former civil engineering student at George Mason University, held an eight-month internship with the company before transitioning into a full-time role. The move reflects Steele’s commitment to hiring interns and to supporting young construction professionals.
“It’s a point of pride for us to be a company that fosters the next generation of talent in our region and in the commercial construction industry as a whole,” said J. Andrew (Andy) Steele, president and partner of Steele Foundation. “From Day One of his internship, Paul demonstrated an eagerness to experience and learn from the real-world application of engineering at the job sites. He has grown into a trusted contributor and we’re proud to have him as part of the Steele team.”
Prior to joining Steele, Pacheco gained hands-on experience in several blue-collar industries and built a strong work ethic that translated into his permanent role with the company. With his background across various trades, he developed a strong appreciation and deep empathy for tradespeople and the challenges crews face in the field. At Steele, he supports project quality assurance by performing load tests and assisting field teams to ensure work is completed safely and accurately.
Steele Foundation has a long history of delivering high-quality design and engineered foundation construction solutions, from supporting the newest building designs to preserving the historical integrity of landmark structures in the Washington, D.C. area.
