A High Calling Paul Tremblay


Paul Tremblay, one of Trumbull-Nelson’s most capable Project Superintendents, knows the inside of a church. This is not to suggest that you’ll hear him proselytizing about his religious faith. Those familiar with Paul know him as a straight-shooter who lives by the Golden Rule. Rather, it’s reflective of the fact that he has become the “turn-to” guy when the Company builds or renovates church facilities. Notable Upper Valley projects that reflect his handiwork include the United Methodist Church of Lebanon; St. Thomas Episcopal Church renovation, in Hanover; and Dartmouth College Church of Christ renovation, in Hanover. His broad experience at supervising such projects has actually earned him the nickname, “St. Paul.” What he brings to each and every T-N undertaking, whether church, school or commercial pursuit, is a passion for creating construction excellence and a strong customer service philosophy.

Paul, a native of Lebanon, NH, has been associated with Trumbull-Nelson for 19 years. He came to the Company with a background that include a
4-year stint in the Navy, building construction for a Texas general contractor, and 13 years of work in a supervisory role for a large local printer.

Paul’s interest in construction is continually piqued by the challenges associated with renovation work. In fact, one of his toughest, but most interesting challenges as a Superintendent involved renovations to the Sheldon Library at…are you ready…St. Paul’s School, in Concord, New Hampshire. Renovation to the historic building involved a variety of very unique stone and millwork applications. “There were 47 molding profiles on the Library project,” indicates Tremblay.

“Notable Upper Valley projects that reflect his handiwork include the United Methodist Church of Lebanon; St. Thomas Episcopal Church renovation, in Hanover; and Dartmouth College Church of Christ renovation, in Hanover.”

Though he remains steadfast in all of his work efforts, Paul relates that job duties are generally much easier today than in years past. “My work is typically less physical, with much more (companywide) emphasis on safety.” When he’s not working on a T-N jobsite, Paul may be found surfing the web for unique treasures (he collects old bottles), or he may be tackling a home project in his woodworking shop.

Paul, and Joann, his wife of 44 years, reside in Enfield, NH. Family outings and reunions keep them both busy. It’s easy to understand why. They have 5 children, 16 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Trumbull-Nelson Construction Company values its long relationship with Paul. Church project or not, the Company knows that Paul Tremblay approaches each building and renovation task with a ‘religious fervor’. And Company client’s quickly come to appreciate his strong commitment to quality and service.