2023 Women in Construction: Neeti Patel, Scully Construction LLC

In the past year, what project or accomplishment are you most proud of? As a project manager the most defining moments in your career are during times of problem solving and risk mitigation. Over the past several years the construction industry has dealt with many challenges, from pandemic operations, supply chain issues and the war in Ukraine. I was extremely proud of the moment in which I was able to lead my team in resourcing, budgeting and planning to provide an alternate solution due to limited material and availability to complete a project on time. Our collaborative team efforts allowed us to resolve the situation with haste and exceed client expectations.

What is your favorite building in New York? 56 Leonard also known as the Jenga Tower is by far my favorite building in New York. The collaboration between Herzog & de Meuron building design and Anish Kapoor’s “The Bean” sculpture embodies the beautiful balance of architecture and art that is New York City. I believe this will cement its place as a future landmark. “One of NYC’s 10 most important buildings of the past decade.” – CURBED