WhoWeAre
WeAre...
New York City’s Leading Mechanical & Specialty Contractor, Serving Public Agencies & Contractors in the NYC Infrastructure Construction Market.
Welkin Mechanical is the premier mechanical contractor located in NYC and neighboring areas, specializing in general contracting, heavy mechanical, fire protection, plumbing and HVAC. With an unmatched reputation for the highest quality personalized service, craftmanship and determination, we engage with the best clients and the most challenging and unique projects. Whether we are running 2-foot diameter chilled water lines 30 stories up the exterior of a Manhattan skyscraper, or welding 22,000 linear feet of stainless steel pipe for a roadway snow melting system at the Port Authority bus terminal, our team of professionals has the knowledge and dedication to tackle New York’s most challenging and unique projects. Our core values emphasize integrity, teamwork, respect and accountability, which we employ to provide our clients with the highest level of quality and service.
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Building and restoring the infrastructure of New York City is what we do. How we do it is what sets us apart. Our word is our bond and our Mission is a promise to serve every customer with complete professionalism and provide total satisfaction with our work. We also promise an uncompromising commitment to our people; their safety, their sense of worth and their quality of life, both on and off the job.
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Welkin is an old English word that refers to the heavens or the sky. At Welkin Mechanical, we see no boundaries to service excellence and accomplishment. For us, the sky is truly the limit.
OurLeaders
SEAN ALEXANDER,P.E.
President
SEAN ALEXANDER, P.E.
President
Mr. Alexander has over 20 years of experience working on large scale mechanical engineering projects within the New York City infrastructure market. He brings extensive knowledge and experience within mechanical public works projects to Welkin Mechanical, including recent projects such as managing the $183 million NYCDEP Hunts Point contract and the $299 million NYCDEP Tallman Island WPCP contracts. Most recently, he managed the $45 million NYCDEP Bowery Bay WWTP contract. Mr. Alexander is a licensed professional engineer in New York. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo.
KEVIN
KHEMRAJ
Vice President
KEVIN KHEMRAJ
Vice President
Mr. Khemraj has over 10 years of experience in New York City public works contracting, including experience working on some of the highest profile mechanical projects in the New York infrastructure market. He has a proven track record of seamlessly orchestrating complex installations for multiple projects from inception to completion, with budgets in excess of $50 million. His responsibilities include all phases of construction, including estimating, scheduling, procurement, engineering and management of field activities for multiple projects. Mr. Khemraj is proficient in building and managing vendor relationships for services and products, and he has earned a reputation for exceeding corporate objectives while controlling costs and improving efficiencies. In addition to construction, he manages companywide recruitment and corporate planning, leadership mentoring initiatives and heads the drafting and design department. Kevin earned his BS in Civil Engineering from NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering.
FRANK
VETTESE, P.E.
Vice President of
Estimating & Engineering
FRANK VETTESE, P.E.
Vice President of Estimating & Engineering
Mr. Vettese has over 40 years of experience in the heavy construction industry and is well known in the industry for his expertise in pre-construction and construction. He has contributed his experience and expertise for a multitude of public works projects at various capacities. Chief Estimator at Welkin, Mr. Vettese is responsible for the successful execution of the pre-construction process, forecasting construction costs as it relates to all types of construction. Frank’s duties also include developing client relationships, as well as building relationships within the contractor community. Prior to joining Welkin Mechanical, Mr. Vettese was a senior project manager and successfully completed numerous projects, including a $150 million project at a NYCDEP wastewater treatment plant. Previously, he was the Vice President of Operations for an international contractor, specializing in electrical equipment for the wastewater Industry, where he oversaw approximately $200 million in NYCDEP construction projects. Mr. Vettese is a Professional Civil Engineer in New York state and a NYC Master Plumber.
KYLE
DOYLE
Project Executive
KYLE DOYLE
Project Executive
Mr. Doyle has over 10 years of experience managing all aspects of major public works projects in the New York City area. With an emphasis on dependability and driving results, he has cultivated strong working relationships with all of Welkin’s major clients, while demonstrating an ability to effectively coordinate the design and installation of intricate systems. He has developed a reputation as a reliable, detail-oriented leader, and has directed numerous projects to a successful conclusion. Through his work in construction management, he has extensive experience in the procurement of major equipment & subcontractors, project scheduling, design, cost management, logistics, and talent development. Kyle earned his BS in Civil Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo.
STEVEN
CLARK
Director of Safety
STEVEN CLARK
Director of Safety
Mr. Clark brings over 13 years of experience in construction safety and quality. He joined Welkin Mechanical in 2012 and has served in various safety and quality management roles, performing site inspections, compliance audits and field verification of safety practices. In his current position as Director of Safety, Steven develops and implements corporate safety policies, procedures, and training requirements. He also conducts safety audits and oversees companywide compliance with those policies, as well as all federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules. He serves as risk manager and is responsible for overseeing OSHA recordkeeping and reporting. Prior to Welkin, Mr. Clark served as a project engineer and CSS on various public infrastructure projects throughout New York City. Steven holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Hofstra University on Long Island, New York.
OurFamily
Welkin Mechanical is a member of the Iovino Enterprises' (IE) family of companies. IE is the parent organization to a family of companies that perform construction services for both public and commercial clients. We leverage the power of IOVATION to accelerate our company’s success by utilizing the management services provided by Iovino Enterprise Partners (IEP). Our partnership with IEP provides vital support services in the key areas of finance, technology, human resources and legal services, as well as management best practices. This support enables Welkin Mechanical to focus on providing the best service to our clients, strengthening our relationships with our business partners and offering the most advantageous career development opportunities for our employees.
Please visit IE website for additional details about their services at www.iovinoent.com.
OurAffiliations
The industry thought leaders at Welkin Mechanical remain actively engaged in various trade associations where we exchange best practices. We are proud to support the next generation of industry professionals and give back to our communities. We have provided links below to some of our affiliate websites for your convenience.
