GYMO Architecture, Engineering, & Land Surveying, DPC

We are thrilled that the new Lending Center is now Open! ✨

GYMO’s multi-faceted firm had the pleasure of being a part of the team that collaborated with WSB to design this expansion project in the heart of downtown. An elevated bridge connects the new lending center to the existing main office, overlooking the beautiful courtyard for customers and staff to enjoy. The three-bay utility building was designed to complement the entire commercial campus while blending seamlessly into the residential neighborhood.

GYMO is ready to help you design your next commercial project and Watertown Savings Bank is open for all your lending needs.

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Meet Konrad! Konrad is currently a student at Endicott College and a summer intern at GYMO. He will be working primarily in the Architecture Department while also attending Construction Management job meetings. He is exploring design phases including Schematic Design and Design Development.

When asked what he enjoys about joining the GYMO team for the summer, he mentioned “...How nice and willing to help everyone has been.”
We are glad you are here, Konrad! Looking forward to a great summer full of exploration, growth and new connections.

Our Engineering team designed a full reconstruction of the existing parking lot and drainage for the Town of Wilna Housing Authority. The 30,000 sf Long Falls parking lot looks and functions as good as new!

The Town of Wilna Housing Authority has been a long-time client of ours, utilizing our Architecture and Engineering Services. We are thankful for their continued partnership and have enjoyed helping them improve their facilities.

GYMO would like to extend well wishes to the Tyler R. Christman Foundation, as they prepare for the 3rd Annual ATV/UTV “Ride For Ty”! We admire the way they are giving back to the community in Tyler’s remembrance. We are honored to sponsor their upcoming event.

GYMO Architecture, Engineering, & Land Surveying, DPC is our next Silver Sponsor in the 3rd Annual ATV/UTV “Ride For Ty”! GYMO is recognized for the sustainable, responsible design of residential, commercial, and public facilities. Their experienced team provides design, planning and construction contract management services. Thank you for supporting the Tyler R. Christman Foundation and our mission statement as well! Check out their page for the incredible list of services they can provide!

Partner and Managing Engineering, Matt Cervini, Partner and Business Manager, Brandy Lucas and Communications Coordinator, Margaret Fayle, attended the annual Economic Development Conference, earlier this month. GYMO was a Bronze sponsor of the event. Our team embraced future community development, gained insight on valuable business resources and made countless connections across Lewis County and beyond.

There continues to be inspiring growth in Lewis County. It has been a rich experience to be able to contribute our Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying and Construction Management services there to help fuel these incredible developments. The best is yet to come!

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Check out this multi-use, pedestrian and bike trail coming soon to a park near you!

After we worked with the City of Watertown on the Master Plan for Historic Thompson Park, GYMO’s Engineering team designed multi-surface trails, stretching 5,200 linear feet. Light fixtures, benches and numerous trees will also beautify the space.

Barrett Paving was awarded Phase I of the construction, which will take place this Fall! We look forward to the continual future phase development of the Master Plan.

We are excited to be able to contribute to a project that will be enjoyed by so many in our community!

Help us in welcoming Design Engineer, Connor Chawgo, to the GYMO team! Connor recently graduated from Clarkson University and will be supporting the Engineering Department with various design aspects of engineering projects. He will perform engineering calculations and complete modeling and drafting in CAD. Connor will work with regulatory agencies, other engineers and clients to establish project requirements and maintain client relationships by providing updates. He will also compile engineering reports, specifications, project submissions, and more.

When asked his favorite part about working for GYMO thus far, he appreciated how kind everyone is!

Connor is off to a great start, and we look forward to watching him grow and succeed here.

The maintenance and revitalization of the Glenwood Cemetery is an important commitment to our North Country heritage and history.

Help us bring GYMO’s beautiful columbarium design, pictured below, and upgraded infrastructure to life. Please consider donating today!

Glenwood Cemetery Partners with Community Foundation for Revitalization Campaign Glenwood Cemetery Partners with Community Foundation for Revitalization Campaign May 29, 2024 By admin Planned Improvements Include Roadway Reconstruction, Infrastructure Upgrades WATERTOWN — The Northern New York Community Foundation is pleased to partner with Blessed Sacrament Parish — St. Ant...

McKenzee Fisk-Kamide, Architectural Department Manager, is pictured here with fellow Jefferson Leadership Institute (JLI) Alumni of GYMO, Partner & Business Manager, Brandy Lucas and Partner & Director of Architecture, Scott Soules.

Part of the JLI program requires participants to volunteer their time and lend their expertise to a local nonprofit. McKenzee helped Thousand Islands Area Habitat For Humanity plan a Casino Night fundraiser, held at THE PADDOCK CLUB in Watertown. Successful fundraisers are essential for nonprofits to thrive. McKenzee’s efforts are helping Habitat for Humanity in their mission to continue to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope in our own neighborhood.

GYMO has been providing Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying and Construction Management services to Northern New York for over three decades. As we continue to grow, our company’s strong value of community remains steadfast. Congratulations again, McKenzee!

GYMO competed in the Lewis County Hospital Foundation Annual Golf Tournament hosted at Cedars Golf Course. Communications Coordinator, Margaret Fayle, serves on the Board of Directors for the Foundation and helped facilitate part of the tournament.

She was joined by Principal and Managing Engineer, Matthew Cervini, PE, Architectural Designer, Jesse Irwin, Village of Lowville DPW Superintendent, Paul Denise, and Partner and Director of Construction Management, Peter Clough. The team won a skin and Jesse won closest to the pin! ⛳️

It was a great day supporting the Foundation in their effort to raise funds and awareness for Lewis County Health System. We are happy to give back to a County where we have provided Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying and Construction Management Services for many years.

Congratulations to our Architectural Department Manager, McKenzee Fisk-Kamide, on completion of the Jefferson Leadership Institute.

We are proud of McKenzee’s commitment to improving her leadership skills and the time and hardwork she has invested to do so. She is a valuable asset to her GYMO colleagues & clients, and her community.

Congratulations to the Jefferson Leadership Institute Class of 2024!

Over the past year, you have diligently immersed yourselves in understanding community challenges and harnessing your leadership skills.

As you continue your journey as influential leaders in our community, remember that your impact will be profound and far-reaching. We are incredibly proud of each of you and look forward to seeing the great things you will achieve.

Continue to lead with empathy, courage, and commitment. Congratulations, JLI Class of 2024! 🎉

Allison Andrews - Greater Watertown North Country Chamber of Commerce
Adam Baird - Knowlton Technologies
Jarrod Bellinger - Barrett Paving Materials Inc.
Kevin Border - New York Air Brake
Andrea Carr - Flower Memorial Library
Casey Dickinson - BCA Architects & Engineers
Caroline Feasler - Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County, Inc
McKenzee Fisk-Kamide - Gymo Architecture Engineering & Land Surveying Dpc
Mary Hughson - The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence
Cori Lesher - Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County, Inc
Marina Morrow - The Thousand Islands Arts Center
Kaytelynn Loomis - Watertown Savings Bank
Caitlyn McDowell - Knowlton Technologies
Noah Murrock - Watertown Savings Bank
Shannon Phillips - Samaritan Medical Center
Amanda Tehonica - Flower Memorial Library
Nick Thomas - Development Authority of the North Country
Shikhar Vyas - Samaritan Medical Center
Danielle Young - Credo Community Center for the Treatment of Addictions, Inc.
Elizabeth Zeigler - Children's Home of Jefferson County
Amy Zukas - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County

Many thanks to our generous JLI Program Sponsors: New York Air Brake and Samaritan Medical Center and our Graduation Sponsor SeaComm

Mark Cote recently joined the GYMO Construction Management Team as a Senior Construction Manager. He is currently managing the $37 million Capital Project at APW Central School District.

Mark has a unique blend of experience. He has 30 years of facilities experience, serving the last seven years as the Facilities Director for a local hospital. He is also a certified Journeyman Electrician where he has been the foreman on record for many multi-million dollar projects. Mark has an excellent understanding of how large-scale facilities operate and how to effectively manage a team.

Mark has already proven to be an excellent addition and we are excited to see the opportunities his expertise will afford us.

Town of Adams Water District No. 3 is Complete!

GYMO was an active team member, helping the Town secure funding from USDA Rural Development to allow the project to occur. We have worked with the Town of Adams on many projects, and we applaud them for their desire to improve their infrastructure.

GYMO’s team of engineers designed the new water system, with Manfred Construction, Inc. executing the construction ahead of schedule and under budget.

GYMO's office will be closed for Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 28.

Please take a moment to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and the ultimate sacrifices many heroic men and women have made for them!

A million memories to be made in Watertown's newest event center...

GYMO and Scott Phelps General Contracting helped owners Steve and Joyce Bradley (S&J Properties of Watertown, Inc.) bring their vision to life, transforming this downtown historical space.

Aster House Host your dream event at Aster House.

Great news for the Town of Henderson as they work towards a safe, efficient, and sustainable sewer system.

GYMO has helped the Town secure over $23 million in grants for the $28 million project. It is critical for Henderson residents to sign their easements as soon as possible to ensure these funds are retained, and so that the project can move forward!

Residents cheer as town board moves forward with Henderson sewer project After more than a decade, the town of Henderson’s $28 million sewer project has hit a milestone.

Please join us in welcoming our newest GYMO employee, Matthew Mehaffy, PE.

As Senior Project Engineer, Matt will be involved with a project from its inception in the preliminary design phase, where he coordinates with clients on project scope. He will remain active in the final design phase and construction documents, where he coordinates with reviewing and regulatory agencies to gain permits and approvals, finalize the designs, and create specifications and details.
Matt will coordinate with contractors, review submittals and payment applications and mitigate issues that may arise during construction. He will have regular interactions with clients to update them about the projects’ progression.

When asked his favorite part about working for GYMO thus far, he said "Everyone here is super friendly, it feels like family.”

Matt is an asset to our team who we are eager to watch grow and strengthen our firm!

Architectural Department Manager, McKenzee Fisk-Kamide, Communications Coordinator, Margaret Fayle and Director of Construction Management, Peter Clough attended the 2024 Spring Conference for Public Housing Authorities held at Turning Stone Casino & Resort

It was time well spent connecting with our current public housing authority clients awhile also building relationships with new ones. We look forward to future opportunities to assist these authorities in providing safe and affordable housing in our communities.

Please join us in welcoming GYMO’s newest employee, Design Engineer, Ryan Aubertine.

Ryan will assist in designing various aspects of engineering projects. He will perform engineering calculations and complete modeling and drafting in CAD. Ryan will work with clients, regulatory agencies and other engineers to establish project requirements, and maintain client relationships by providing updates. He will also compile engineering reports, specifications, project submissions, and more.

When asked his favorite part about working for GYMO thus far, he noted the “small family-like atmosphere”

We are lucky to have Ryan as a part of our team and are excited to watch him succeed here.

GYMO Construction Management was recently selected by the Town of Webb Union Free School District to serve as the Construction Manager for their nearly $10 million Maintenance Capital Project.

The project includes a variety of mechanical and electrical improvements to their main K-12 Building and their Technology Shop Facility. Renovations include removal and replacement of boilers, unit ventilators, air handling units, and relief air systems as well the addition of air conditioning and required ventilation in a number of spaces. The district will also replace its underground fuel tanks and also upgrade their building automation controls system.

We welcome the Town of Webb UFSD as our newest client and look forward to providing services to the district for these much needed improvements.

Emily Rogers recently joined GYMO as an Administrative Assistant where she will primarily assist the Construction Mangement department. Some of her primary tasks include answering the phones and greeting clients, collating and distributing mail, preparing correspondence, preparing project related materials, filing, data entry as well as a variety of other office tasks.

When asked about what she enjoys about GYMO so far, Emily noted that GYMO is very supportive and family oriented.

We are thankful to have Emily join the team and look forward to watching her grow here.

The Annual Northern New York Builders Exchange Dinner was held on Feb. 8, at the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel. GYMO’s Director of Construction Management, Peter Clough, was honored as the newest President of the Board of Directors. He is pictured above (left) presenting a plaque to the previous Builders Exchange president, Nate Carroll, from Bowers CPAs & Advisors

Peter has served on the Board of Directors since 2019 and previously served as Treasurer and most recently, Vice President.

GYMO is a longtime sponsor of the Northern New York Builders Exchange and we are proud of Peter’s efforts to improve the local building industry in the North Country.

Managing Engineer, Matthew Cervini, PE and Design Engineer, Corinne Bernd, returned to their alma mater today to represent GYMO at Clarkson University’s Semi-Annual Career Fair.

Our team is always looking to add hardworking and collaborative individuals to our team. We are currently hiring for multiple positions including Design Engineer, Senior Project Engineer and more.

Send your resume to [email protected] today!

💡New Client Project Spotlight:

General Brown Central School District

$31,000,000 Capital Project

GYMO has recently been selected as the Construction Manager for General Brown Central School District’s latest Capital Project. Renovations will take place across all school facilities. Some of the Project Highlights include:

High School:
-New Turf Field Surface
-New Softball Field
-Renovated Gymnasium Spaces
-Renovated Band and Choral Rooms
-Renovated Science and Consumer Science Rooms
-Replacement of Outdated Mechanical Equipment and Piping

Brownville - Glen Park and Dexter Elementary Schools:
-Numerous Site Improvements
-Mechanical and Plumbing Upgrades
-Renovations to the Gymnasiums Spaces

We can’t wait to improve the learning spaces and athletic facilities for our local GB Lions! 🦁

Last week, GYMO employees spent time ringing the Salvation Army bell at the Salmon Run Mall.

If you spot the iconic red kettle, please consider supporting the Salvation Army of Watertown to fulfill their promise to “do the most good” this holiday season.

We feel privileged to be able to give back to the North Country Community who has supported our business since 1992. We hope you too, will discover the true spirit of the season.

Merry Christmas, from our GYMO family to yours!

Join our Architectural Department tomorrow, December 7th at 5:30pm at 259 JB Wise Place in Watertown for their First Annual Small Business Open House.

GYMO's team helped transform their first floor into innovative commercial office spaces, for creativity and collaboration. Their second and third floors have been designed as 13 modern and stylish apartments, offering one bedroom and studio layouts.

Come check out what The Watertown Innovatory has to offer and see the transformation of 259 JB Wise Place.

Pictured is Bill Boulter, GYMO Project Executive, spreading Christmas Cheer at the office today. Bill has been giving back to his community as a dedicated member of the Salvation Army Board, for nearly a decade. Today he collected donations on behalf of this organization for the annual Old Newsboys Day fundraiser.

Times like these reveal how proud we are of the civic minded and generous individuals who make up this firm.

Please consider making a donation to the Salvation Army this season and make someone's Christmas a little brighter!

GYMO annually participates in the North Country Festival of Trees as a sponsor and decorator. This year we were honored to receive the “Most Elegant” award.

Silent bids can be made at the link below.

Our tree this year includes gift cards to:
Bad Apple Garage LLC
Chrissy Beanz Bakery
Balanced Nutrition
Next Step Floral Designs

These are a few of our local neighboring businesses that we have had the pleasure of providing services to.

We hope this event brings you as much cheer as it does our team, year after year!

Tree #76 - "Warm Woodland Christmas" Decorated by: Margaret Fayle, McKenzee Fisk-Kamide, Brandy Lucas Sponsored by: GYMO Architecture, Engineering & Land Surveying, DPC Tree Size 4 ft Tree #76 - "Warm Woodland Christmas" Decorated by: Margaret Fayle, McKenzee Fisk-Kamide, Brandy Lucas Sponsored by: GYMO Architecture, Engineering & Land Surveying, DPC Tree Size 4 ft in Festival of Trees 2023

GYMO will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving on Thursday 11/23 and Friday 11/24.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday 11/27 from 8AM-5PM.

We hope you enjoy a safe holiday with family and friends!