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Say hello to...Biagio DiTullio
An interview with Commodore
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Born and raised in Everett, Biagio is a first generation American. Deep roots and strong ties keep him connected to Italy and speaking fluent Italian. Growing up, when he wasn’t selling cappuccino for fifty cents in the North End, he was building. At six, he was constructing model houses complete with landscaping. He made them out of any material he could find - sticks, cardboard and stones. Later, his life-size forts dotted the neighborhood.
Biagio’s passion for construction led him to the Boston Architectural Center and began his career as an architectural designer and modelmaker. |
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In 1980, he shifted his focus to construction management and a career at Tufts. He worked on all the campuses there and served as Director of Construction for four years. In 2001, after 14 years with Tufts, he ventured outside the walls of academia…but not far. He joined Beacon Skanska as a Project Executive where he continued to focus on the Institutional market. From there, his career progressed to AJ Martini. He spent 5 years there as a Project Executive, Vice President and Institutional Division Manager. He worked on projects at Harvard, MIT, Wellesley, Endicott, Boston College, Northeastern and Dean College. Biagio moved to Suffolk as a Project Executive working at Emerson, Brown, Tabor and Thayer Academies before deciding to return to a smaller company with a more personal environment.
In February, 2008, Biagio joined Commodore. |
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What was your first paying job?
When I was twelve years old, I asked my dad for $5. He told me if I wanted money, I had to work for it. He took me to the North End, where I got a job at Café Pompeii – washing dishes for $1.00 an hour. My Dad was convinced I wouldn’t last, but I did. I waited on tables, made ice cream and served 50-cent cappuccinos. This was before anyone outside of the North End even knew what a cappuccino was. Now they’re selling on every corner for $4. I worked in the North End until I was 20. My dad and that experience taught me that hard work makes anything possible. I still live by that philosophy today.
At this juncture of your career, why did you choose to join a smaller firm?
I wanted a family atmosphere and I like the personal aspect of a more intimate firm. I thrive on one-to-one interaction with colleagues and being able to know everyone by name. This is a people-business. Colleagues become your second family, so I want the many hours I spend working to be with good people…the genuine people I’ve found at Commodore.
I also wanted to be more intensely engaged in day-to-day company operations. The decision-making process is faster and more productive in a smaller, well-run firm. With the experience I bring, there’s an opportunity to make a real impact.
What excites you about your everyday work?
People and perfection. I’ve always been a people person. As early as 12 years old I was exposed to people from all walks of life working at the Café in the North End. In my career I have an inexhaustible passion for doing a good job. I’m detail oriented and very meticulous. I take pride in my work. I’m always looking for perfection. Whatever I do, I want it to be exceptional.
I love seeing buildings on paper get transformed into physical structures. I love bringing old and tired spaces back to life. My enthusiasm for building has never waned. I feel the same as I did when I was 20. What’s different is the technology. In 1980 the only thing I had was a telephone and a handheld calculator. Budgets were all hand printed. So some things DO change for the better.
How has your perception of the industry changed over the years?
I used to think all contractors made millions. But since I moved over to the contactor’s side of the business seven years ago, I’ve seen how tight profit margins are and how competitive the industry is. I’m fortunate to have experienced both the owner’s rep side and the contractor’s side. Sometimes it’s still hard to take off the owner’s hat, since I wore it for so long.
What are your passions outside of work?
For the past few years, I’ve volunteered for Canstruction. We create displays from donated cans in a 10ft x 10ft area. The food is donated to the homeless. The volunteers get really creative – using CAD designers for their displays. It’s been a very rewarding experience for me.
I love to read. I have a passion for nutrition. I love understanding the health benefits of various types of food. I eat blueberries everyday. I’ve dabbled in cooking, but mostly I enjoy eating healthy food.
I can’t spend enough time with my wife Tane and my two daughters Katie and Sarah. I make an effort to spend time individually with each one on the weekends. I take my girls to Christian rock concerts, to Harvard Square, downtown Boston, Wingarsheek Beach in Gloucester, bowling, anything we can do together.
Where’s your favorite place on earth?
I fell in love with Nova Scotia nine years ago. It’s heaven on earth, a place to restore your soul. It’s all fishing villages and farms with panoramic views and wildlife.
Who are the people who have inspired you?
My Grandmother is my idol. She turned 90 on April 1st. She has always been a forward thinker and very hardworking woman. She reiterates to this day that if you focus on your goals and with determination anything is achievable. My ancestors lived on farms in Abruzzi Italy, on the Adriatic coast. The people of that region are strong and gentle. My Dad taught me to stand up for what’s right, and to lead by example with honesty and integrity. My Mother taught me the power of forgiveness, hope and faith. I feel fortunate and blessed. My Grandmother and Mother were huge influences in my life. Now it’s an absolute joy to have two daughters of our own who are growing up to be the same kind of strong and gentle women. That’s an inspiration.
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“Everyone at Todd & Weld appreciates the
fine work that Commodore performed on the
renovation of our office space. I want to
personally thank you for your workmanship,
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James D.
Blue, II
Chairman & CEO
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