OUR STAFF

BRANDON MATTHEWS

President

Brandon began The Gray Pen Group after spending over fifteen years within the fields of construction, development, engineering, and management. He has conducted projects within the energy sector, ranging from small breaker change outs or pole replacements, to EPC projects and large $200MM+ utility programs in various locations all over the United States. He is passionate about the role of management and delivering a quality project on-time and on-budget, and he enjoys regularly networking with other industry professionals. Brandon founded The Gray Pen Group with a vision of delivering on client objectives through a focused hands-on approach to construction management. Brandon is a Maine native, having grown up in Winslow, who now resides in southern Maine with his wife, Erin, and children, Grayson, Penelope, and Lennon.

ERIN MATTHEWS

Co-Founder

Erin co-founded The Gray Pen Group along with her husband, Brandon, with the mutual goal of creating a successful company that exceeds in the EPC space while also maintaining their personal values: honesty, integrity, and making a positive impact in their community. With a degree in business management and accounting, Erin brings over 10+ years of leadership and business development to the team. She is passionate about finding ways to improve and evolve company standards and relations, as well as acting in an advisory role and supporting the company in any way possible. Erin and Brandon both reside in southern Maine with their three children, Grayson, Penelope, and Lennon. She enjoys spending as much time as possible with her children at home, on the boat, and at their family campsite.

PAUL HAROLDSEN

Chief Financial Officer

Paul brings a wealth of financial experience to The Gray Pen Group. He is a CMA who graduated with his MBA from Sacred Heart University and obtained his Accounting degree from Husson University. Using his financial expertise, he has worked for and assisted with the success of various prestigious companies such as Mobil Oil, Tyco, and Jøtul North America. Paul enjoys leading management teams in growing and bringing divisions and companies into profitability. Paul and his wife have lived in Kennebunk, Maine for the past 30 years, where they raised three beautiful children. Paul and his family enjoy biking and hiking in their free time. 

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LIAM MCALLISTER

Assistant Project Manager

Liam brings 3 years of experience in the electrical construction industry and Information Technology to The Gray Pen Group. His experience with multiple start-up companies and the role of "wearing many hats" has positioned him uniquely to provide lots of value to a growing company such as GPG. Liam's role includes supporting the project lifecycle with documentation, project data tracking, as well as the configuration and ongoing maintenance of GPG's in-house financial and project accounting software. He is passionate about business strategy and technology, and is always eager to learn something new. Liam currently lives in southern New Hampshire and enjoys spending his free time with his girlfriend, working on cars, and watching & playing sports.

KYLIE RICHARDS

Office Manager

Kylie graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a degree in Marketing. Before taking on the Office Manager role at The Gray Pen Group, she handled operations at a textile studio and had previously worked at the Unum Group in the disability insurance field. She is currently in an ever-evolving role at The Gray Pen Group, though her main responsibilities include AP & AR accounting, managing Human Resources, and assisting with various tasks for the project managers. Kylie lives in South Portland with her partner and their dog, Waylon. She loves to travel and spend all of her money within Portland's many restaurants. 

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