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 part of the team since 2015. During that time, he has grown from an able hand and jack of all trades into a skilled finish carpenter. His eye for precision is essential to executing our most intricate design elements. Ben lives in East Middlebury and is deeply involved in the local community. Outside of work, he coaches youth and high school wrestling, relentlessly rides his many bikes across all kinds of terrain, and unwinds on the links or with a fishing pole in hand.

Finishes & Weatherization Specialist

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

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.

Electrician

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.

Carpenter

Hailing from Middlebury, Lukas enjoys building large-scale wood sculptures in his spare time. He loves being outdoors, especially during the snowy months, and engages in various activities such as Nordic and alpine skiing, hiking, camping, biking, and ultimate frisbee. Lukas values carpentry as an intersection of mind and hands, where analytical thinking combines with physical effort to create exceptional craftsmanship. We’re fortunate to have him on our team for his skills and attention to detail.

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 Division

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.

Project Manager, Building Division

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.

Carpenter 

Born and raised in Middlebury and the son of a local builder, Corey has been in the thick of home building in Addison County since his early teenage years. He particularly enjoys putting the finishing touches on the exterior of a project and is known for his steady hand with a paintbrush. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him wetting a line in the nearest body of water or keeping a heavy backbeat on his drum kit at your local watering hole.

Carpenter 

Eric grew up among the beautiful hills and fields of Dryden, New York. Chasing his passion for skiing and the outdoors, he settled in Addison County, bringing his winning attitude to our team. The sense of accomplishment at the end of a hard day’s work is all he needs before trading his hammer for a hockey stick and hitting the ice. If he’s not whipping down a hill or across the ice, you can find him tuning up his beloved Subaru Legacy GT Wagon.

Electrical Apprentice 

After graduating from high school, Tim spent a few years working in aerospace manufacturing but soon realized he wanted a career that was more varied and active. He shifted gears to pursue his love for building and woodworking, and has been honing his skills ever since. When not applying his eye for detail to building homes, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping, making the most of his time outdoors.

Carpenter

Charlie has a variety of woodworking experience, including sculptural furniture, guitar building, cabinetry, and finish carpentry. He enjoys the math and systems challenges of homebuilding, and appreciates the opportunity to learn from the many great builders around him. Having moved around a lot over the years, he’s very excited to be back in Vermont with his wife Macy and their young daughter. Outside of work he loves to cook, eat, hike, ski, and play music.

Carpentry Apprentice

In addition to his work with Smith and McClain, Duncan works as a farm hand in Sudbury. Living and working on a farm has cultivated the skills we have come to appreciate in Duncan: patience, precision, and hands-on problem-solving that suite him well for our industry. Originally from northern New Jersey, he enjoys putting in the hard hours, learning every day, and working on projects alongside talented coworkers. A die-hard NY Giants and Mets fan, Duncan spends his free time exploring Vermont, working on his Jeep, making clothes, tending his flowers, and hanging out with family and the many animals around him.

Carpenter

Originally from Buffalo, Kevin has spent much of his life in Maine working in the golf industry. He now calls Bristol, Vermont home. He brings a keen eye for detail to his work and values the warm, welcoming team he’s proud to be part of. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys fly-fishing, duck hunting, and hitting the golf course whenever he can. His dedication and craftsmanship make him a trusted and respected member of the crew.

Carpenter

Brandon found his passion for building early on. Working for his parents’ painting company was a springboard that set him working among the region’s builders. Through the years, his varied experience has come to center on fine home building. He brings his 650-lb deadlift and energetic attitude to projects big and small. Born and raised in Vermont, Brandon has lived in Monkton for the past ten years. When he’s not banging nails on the job site, you’ll find him tending his gardens or planning his next project.

Carpenter

Heath brings more than four decades of construction experience spanning custom homes, restaurants, retail, farms, and specialty commercial builds. Starting in Vermont and working up and down the Eastern Seaboard, he’s done it all. From hands-on carpentry to leading projects and running his own contracting business. Along the way he’s also taught construction skills and mentored young builders. We appreciate his steady work ethic, problem-solving, and genuine love of the craft. When he’s off the clock, you’ll likely to find him enjoying the serenity of the forests and fields of his native Huntington.

Carpenter’s Apprentice

Nate spent his youth in northwest Connecticut. After graduating from UVM, he moved west to Denver, where he worked as an operations manager at a climate technology company. As often happens, the Green Mountain State called him back, and he now lives in Winooski. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking, skiing, spending time outdoors, and catching as much live music as possible. As a carpenter, Nate finds real satisfaction in solving the daily puzzles that arise, and we’re lucky to have his technical thinking on our projects.