our team
In 2004, our company started with three carpenters offering home building services in the Bristol area. Over the years, we have evolved to become the full-service construction company that we are today.
Our staff is a diverse community of professionals - master carpenters, building science experts, solar experts, master electricians and construction managers. Many of our staff have been with Smith & McClain for over a decade, a testament to their exceptional talent, passion for building, and integrity. Together, we have executed complex projects and cutting edge designs, a reflection of our collective wealth of experience and versatility.
At Smith & McClain we strive to be a great company to work for and with. We know that the success of our projects are directly related to the relationships we develop, not just within our own team, but with our clients, subcontractors and other professional partners as well.
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Oakley Smith
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.
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Kevin McClain
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.
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Adam Masterson
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.
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Ben Cook
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.
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Brad Broughton
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.
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Clark Sutton
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.
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Colin Giordano
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.
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Gabe Kadric
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.
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Kyle Birchmore
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.
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Lukas Broughton
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.
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Lukas Burgess
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.
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Matt Elder
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.
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Peter Bicknell
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.
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Wilder Yost
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.
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Corey Many
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.
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Eric Foote
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.
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Tim Ashley
Carpenter’s 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.
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Miles Grant
Carpentry Apprentice
Miles, born and raised in Vergennes, brings his can do attitude and good nature to our team. He enjoys meeting the diverse array of people involved in the home-building process, learning from their experiences and skills. In his free time, Miles loves spending quality moments with his cats and exploring the great outdoors through long hikes on and off the many trails of our beautiful state.
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Will Vaughan
Electrician
Will is an experienced electrician with deep roots in Addison County, known for his easygoing demeanor and sharp wit that never fails to bring a smile to those around him. He takes great joy in watching how each stage of construction transforms a simple vision into a vibrant, welcoming home. When he’s not hard at work, Will loves to adventure out from his home in Ripton, spending his weekends duck hunting and trout fishing around the beautiful landscapes of Vermont.
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Charlie Broadbent
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.