Mamadou Ndiaye

“I love the feeling of seeing something go from an idea on paper to a final product that people can use and enjoy.”

Born and raised in Dakar, Mamadou Ndiaye knew from a young age that he wanted to work in construction. After completing his education, Ndiaye moved to New York City in search of opportunity. He found work as a laborer, working his way up the ladder until he became a skilled carpenter. Outside of work, Ndiaye enjoys playing soccer with his local Senegalese community and cooking traditional meals for his family.

What inspired you to pursue a career in construction?

I grew up watching my uncle who was a builder, he made his projects look like works of art and this truly inspired me to pursue a career in construction, It's the most fulfilling work I've ever done.

What is the most challenging project you've worked on?

The most challenging project I’ve worked on was a high-rise residential building in Midtown. It was an ambitious project that required an immense amount of planning and coordination. Many of us had to work long hours for months to make sure everything was perfect.