We believe that in order to succeed, we must have creative and productive employees who are recognized for the specific knowledge and skills they bring to every job. The primary goal at Peter B. Rice & Co. is to be an industry leader through the combined effort, hard work, and commitment of all of our employees.

Peter B. Rice, Founder & Principal
Peter has been in the construction trade since 1975.  He began by working on small homes and one-man projects.  In 1984 he founded his own company, Peter B. Rice & Co.  Since that time he has maintained a tight-knit group of employees and managed hundreds of successful projects.  Peter has long felt attention to detail and good communication are the cornerstones of successful building projects—qualities he’s instilled in all his employees. 

When not sailing his Catalina 36 in the summer months, he volunteers his time and talents as Head Trustee at South Freeport Church. Peter lives in Freeport with his family. 

Dave Rice
Dave was originally trained in the boat building industry in the 1970s—where he did fine carpentry.  Dave joined Peter’s carpentry crew in 1981 and learned the trade the old fashioned way.  His breadth of experience makes him very well rounded in his carpentry skills.  Dave lives in North Yarmouth with his wife and college-age son.

Maslen Flett
Maslen joined Peter’s crew in 2000, with 8 years of carpentry experience under his belt.  Since joining Peter’s crew, Maslen has become a highly skilled finish carpenter and cabinet-maker, responsible for some of the most challenging projects.  Maslen lives in Gorham with his wife and two daughters.

Linwood Osgood
Linwood joined the crew in 2007 with excellent finish carpentry and cabinet –making skills.  These skills allow Linwood to complete complicated cabinet projects with ease.  He has brought cabinet spray finish know-how and helped us renovate our cabinet shop to include a spray booth.  He also has in-depth stone countertop experience.

Bryan Gradwell
Bryan came to join our company in 2004. A former carpenter of New Jersey and a graduate of the Technical Institute of Camden County, NJ, Bryan has 11 years of experience in residential remodeling. He has excellent skills as a finish carpenter. He is extremely prompt, cordial and efficient. Bryan is also very meticulous in his attention to the details of the job, resulting in quality workmanship. Bryan and his wife are the proud parents of a new baby boy.

Stuart Rice
Stu has worked summers and part time during the school year over the last five years.  A graduate of Western New England College with a communications degree, Stu now works full time and is getting a taste of all phases of contracting business.

Mike Hope
Mike handles accounting and HR functions - keeping the company office running smoothly since 2002.  He has a extensive background working with small to medium sized businesses and has learned to wear many hats.