We Are Loureiro: Max Marinelli
April 8th, 2025
“I’ve always been a hands-on person, so construction was a natural fit for me,” says Max Marinelli, Senior Project Engineer at Loureiro Building Construction (LBC). Max started his career with Loureiro as an intern while he was finishing his degree in Construction Management at Central Connecticut State University. After about eight months as an intern in Plainville, he knew he wanted to stay with Loureiro full-time.
"My career at Loureiro has provided me with invaluable experience across many different facets of the construction industry," Max says. "It’s been the perfect place for me to continue to learn and grow."
"My career at Loureiro has provided me with invaluable experience across many different facets of the construction industry," Max says. "It’s been the perfect place for me to continue to learn and grow."
Working out of Loureiro’s Portsmouth, New Hampshire office, Max plays a vital role in managing projects and ensuring successful outcomes for our clients. Max states that his day-to-day is never the same. He wears many hats—helping with estimating, developing project budgets, coordinating contractors, attending project meetings, and ensuring construction schedules stay on track. With a smaller, tight-knit team in Portsmouth, Max and his colleagues step in wherever needed, whether it’s managing projects in the field or assisting with bids to secure new work.
“Our workload is always changing, and because we’re a small group, we all help out in different areas,” Max explains. “One day, I might be working on estimating a renovation for a private client, and the next, I’m in the field making sure a state project is running smoothly. We get to see all aspects of the process from beginning to end, which is really valuable.”
Max works closely with Thomas Roy, Senior Vice President & General Manager of LBC, as well as President Dave Fiereck. He also collaborates with other Loureiro divisions, including Loureiro Engineering, to integrate services like electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and civil design into their construction projects.
“What makes Loureiro unique is that we have all these services under one roof,” says Max. “I’ve worked for general contractors where that wasn’t the case, and having that in-house expertise really sets us apart. I also appreciate being part of a smaller team where everyone’s input is valued. My role encompasses a lot of different things, and I’m constantly learning.”
When it comes to advice for others starting in the industry, Max emphasizes the importance of curiosity and listening.
“I tend to ask a lot of questions—that’s how I learn best,” he says. “I’m surrounded by people with years of experience, and I know I don’t have all the answers. It’s important to listen, learn from others, and take in as much knowledge as possible.”
Outside of work, Max enjoys golfing, riding motorcycles, and tackling hands-on projects with his twin brother. Together, they’ve taken on everything from building a garage to constructing a new patio at a home they jointly own.
