Founder/Owner, Project Manager

PASSIVE HOUSE CERTIFIED TRADESPERSON

Oakley oversees all Smith & McClain projects, working closely with division and project managers. Oakley sets expectations and ensures that all work meets the company standard. Outside of work, Oakley enjoys spending time with his family, skiing and mountain biking. Oakley lives in his hometown of Lincoln with his wife, Katie, and their two boys.

Owner, Operations, and Project Manager

Kevin oversees daily business operations and works with clients and project managers with focus on budgeting and schedule coordination. Communication is key to Kevin as he believes it is the basis for helping customers to achieve their building's design and performance aspirations. Kevin enjoys an active lifestyle including running, basketball, and tennis, and lives in his hometown of Lincoln with his wife Molly and daughter Annabel.

Carpenter

With twenty years of experience, Adam brings a passion for building quality custom homes - specifically stairs, railings, and cabinetry. In his free time, he loves hanging out with his dog, hitting the slopes, and flying model airplanes during the warmer months.

Carpenter

Ben has been a part of the Smith & McClain team since 2015 and during that time has developed a true jack-of-all-trades skill set. Though he has worked across all of our divisions, he most enjoys the finish carpentry. When he's not hard at work, Ben enjoys fishing, hunting, and mountain biking with his friends. He currently lives in Ripton, VT.

Insulation Foreman

Brad is Smith & McClain's in-house weatherization specialist and certified cellulose installer. He has years of experience meeting technical and architectural specs. When he's not lending his expertise, Brad enjoys road trips with his family, catching live music, and outdoor adventuring. He lives in his hometown of Middlebury with his wife, Nikki, and their two sons.

Carpenter

Brett is a laid back and steady guy. He has been working as a carpenter in the commercial and high end residential market for over 20 years and has worked for Smith & McClain since 2018. He enjoys working on home projects, taking care of his property, and raises show rabbits in his free time. Brett is a third generation Vermonter, living in Lincoln with his wife and two kids.

Carpenter

In 1984, Clark moved to Weybridge, Vermont with his wife Megan and built their home from the remains of a local one-room school. Through the years, Clark has worked primarily in historic preservation and residential construction. In addition to work, Clark loves spending time with his family, singing, and puttering around on the family’s backyard farm.

Licensed Electrician

Colin has been a part of the team since 2015 as a licensed electrician who brings with him a positive "can do" attitude and friendly demeanor that our customers have come to expect. Colin lives in Ferrisburgh, enjoys sports, and is a classic car enthusiast with a hot rod of his own.

Electrical Apprentice

Gabe joined the team in 2021 and we're happy to have him on board! He is most passionate about working on electrical panels on the jobsite and in his free time, he enjoys going to the gym and traveling to see new places.

Lead Carpenter

Kyle has a degree in Construction Management from Vermont Technical College and has spent over a decade working in the construction industry. He joined the Smith & McClain team in 2018. Kyle lives in Addison with his wife, Emma, in their self-built timber frame home. When he's not at work, Kyle can usually be found working around the house, hunting, or cheering on the Yankees.

Insulation Apprentice

Lukas is a recent high school graduate living in Middlebury. In his spare time, he builds large-scale wood sculptures and doing anything outdoors, especially during the snowy months. From Nordic and alpine skiing, hiking, camping, biking, and ultimate frisbee, he partakes. We're excited to have him on our team as he considers this next phase of his life.

Carpenter

Lukas enjoys executing challenging, architectural carpentry and construction projects with his nearly 30 years of building experience. On his days off, he spends time with his two teenage kids and cat at their home in Bristol. When the sun is out, rounds of golf and trips to the beach are favorite pastimes.

Project Manager - Building and Solar Divisions

Matt is a project manager for both the building division and the solar division. His understanding of technical specifications and attention to detail make him an asset in this role. He now lives in Starksboro with his wife, Rebecca, and their twin boys. When he's not coordinating crews and projects, Matt is an avid hunter and fisherman, works in the family sugarbush, and coaches local youth sports.

Project Foreman

Peter has over 30 years of experience working with carpenters and managing construction projects. His own skills in carpentry and even personality are beneficial to any project with which he is charged. When he's not working, Peter enjoys the simple things, like spending time with his family and working on his home in Addison. He also is active in the community, coaching Mt. Abe's swim team.

Electrician

Ron's experience in fast-paced environments, including the roofing trade, has led to his love for problem-solving and drive to keep busy. He's now preparing to move to his next challenge, becoming an electrical apprentice. Ron enjoys working with his hands and tackling projects around his home or with his car. He lives in North Ferrisburgh with his girlfriend, Gavin, and their dog, Sargent.

Carpenter

Prior to joining the Smith & McClain team, Wilder worked in New York City focusing on high end interior build-outs for retail clients. This history led to a talent with finish work, but he is also curious and enjoys learning new things. Wilder is a likable guy with a great sense of humor, and when he isn't on the jobsite, he's raising chickens and enjoying life with his wife Dana, in Lincoln.