HALLOWELL, ME, January 08, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Adam M. Desrosiers has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Desrosiers currently serves as president of Atlantic Power Constructors, a role he has held since the beginning of 2025. In this capacity, he is responsible for guiding the company through an ambitious growth strategy and integrating operations across its portfolio of sister companies. Under his leadership, Atlantic Power Constructors has experienced significant expansion, including the opening of new offices in South Carolina and New York and the successful completion of a major project in Michigan. Since he joined the organization, the workforce has grown rapidly with both field employees and with office support functions, reflecting substantial organizational development. He is also focused on fostering cohesion among the various entities within the company's portfolio and preparing the business for continued advancement over the next decade.
Prior to joining Atlantic Power Constructors, Mr. Desrosiers spent more than 16 years at Central Maine Power Company, where he held several key positions of increasing responsibility. From 2021 to 2024, he served as vice president in electric operations. In this executive role, he managed critical operational functions and maintained strong relationships with frontline personnel, ensuring smooth transitions and effective leadership during periods of change. His tenure was marked by broad support from colleagues throughout the organization.
In 2021, Mr. Desrosiers was appointed director of engineering and construction for the New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) project at Central Maine Power Company. This $1.5 billion initiative was one of the most challenging and high-profile projects in his career, involving extensive public scrutiny, two referendums and a legal challenge to permitting. His leadership guided the project through design, permitting and into construction, providing him with valuable exposure to new aspects of business operations and significantly broadening his professional expertise.
From 2018 to 2021, Mr. Desrosiers managed the NECEC project team, overseeing all phases of planning and execution for this major infrastructure investment. His earlier roles at Central Maine Power Company included serving as manager in NECEC project from 2018 to 2021, manager in substation operations from 2011 to 2014—where he oversaw approximately 250 substations and managed maintenance crews—and project manager from 2010 to 2011. He began his tenure at Central Maine Power Company as construction manager from 2008 to 2010, where he was responsible for multiple utility construction projects as part of the projects group.
Mr. Desrosiers launched his career at Spaulding Engineering and Construction Services in 2004 as an assistant engineer. Working in a small family-owned firm operated by his uncle, he gained hands-on experience in drafting, entry-level engineering tasks and field construction management projects related to hydro stations, substations and industrial facilities.
Throughout his career, Mr. Desrosiers has been actively involved in industry organizations and civic initiatives. He serves on the board of the Sportsman's Alliance of Maine and volunteers with the Travis Mills Foundation, participating in activities such as annual golf tournaments and contributing to spring clean-up efforts.
Mr. Desrosiers' educational background includes a Bachelor of Applied Science in energy management from Bismarck State College in Bismarck, completed in 2024, and an Associate of Applied Science in architectural and engineering technology from Central Maine Community College in Auburn, completed in 2005. He also holds a certificate in project management from the University of Southern Maine, earned in 2012, and maintains a South Carolina general contractor license. The pursuit of his bachelor's degree while balancing a demanding career and family responsibilities stands as a testament to his determination and commitment to personal growth.
His professional achievements have been recognized by MaineBiz with a 40 Under 40 Award in 2022. Mr. Desrosiers attributes his success to hard work, a value he instills in his children, and emphasizes the importance of understanding people's roles within an organization while providing them with tools for success. His approach as a leader centers on removing obstacles for his teams and fostering an environment where individuals can thrive.
Outside of his professional commitments, Mr. Desrosiers enjoys spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and skiing during winter months and sharing these activities with his four daughters. He values time spent with family and credits his wife's unwavering support—having been together since high school—for enabling him to pursue professional opportunities that require extensive travel and long hours.
Looking ahead, Mr. Desrosiers is dedicated to developing a comprehensive growth plan for Atlantic Power Constructors aimed at achieving targeted growth milestones while also establishing a succession plan that prepares team members for advancement within the organization. He also believes that vocational training in the trades is crucial for students seeking successful career paths, with a focus on fields such as plumbing and electrical work.
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