Oscar Morejon
President, John Bell Construction
Moss School of Construction, College of Engineering
“Learn as much as you can and be the best you can be.”
Where did you land your first internship that helped you get to where you are now?
My college internship was with Suffolk Construction. I was a part of the greatest team I have ever worked with; the team taught me so much, mentored me and ultimately became my family. The lessons I learned with this team are still the way I run the projects of my own company.
What did you learn from your internship or first job that you use in your daily life and company?
I learned the five P’s: Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance. Construction is 99% planning and 1% execution.
What advice do you have for students who are starting off in their careers or are actively looking for internships?
I would tell students to look for good companies that are building challenging projects. Do not be intimidated by the size of the project. I learned so much because I was exposed to everything – even if the project you are assigned to is not the biggest, learn as much as you can and be the best you can be.
How did FIU help you grow in your career?
FIU changed my life. Without FIU, I wouldn’t be where I am today. The construction management program challenged me with their curriculum and prepared me for the field experience I would get with Suffolk Construction.
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