Nicole Demaio

About Nicole Demaio

With more than 20 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, I serve as Vice President of Business Development at Downes Construction Company, where I focus on driving long-term strategic growth and strengthening our market presence across the region. My work centers on aligning business development strategy with organizational vision - identifying emerging opportunities, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and positioning Downes as a trusted leader in the communities we serve. I am passionate about building strong relationships that extend beyond individual projects and create sustained value for our clients and partners. In an industry that is constantly evolving, I bring a forward-thinking approach to market strategy, brand positioning, and client engagement. I believe growth is not simply about winning work - it’s about earning trust, anticipating market shifts, and ensuring our organization remains agile, innovative, and people-focused. Collaboration is at the core of everything I do. By working closely with our marketing, operations and field teams, I help translate our expertise, culture, and capabilities into a clear strategic direction that supports responsible expansion and long-term success. At Downes Construction, we don’t just build projects - we build partnerships, communities, and opportunity. I am proud to play a role in shaping that future.

Experience

1. Vice President of Business Development

   DOWNES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

   Apr 2022 — Present

Education

• North Carolina Wesleyan University

  B.S., Business and Marketing

  2006 — 2009

Skills

• Marketing
• Event Management
• Time Management
• Project Management
• Advertising
• Trade Shows
• Construction Management
• Public Relations
• Marketing Communications
• Proposal Writing
• Construction
• Marketing Strategy
• Indesign
• Email Marketing
• Brand Development
• Management