Brayman Construction Announces Leadership Updates

New Titles Reflect Company Strength and Capacity Growth

Brayman Construction Corporation & Affiliates has announced title and responsibility changes for five key leaders as the Company continues to grow and take on new opportunities to impact the construction industry. These changes recognize the skills of each of these individuals and the Company’s high expectations of where their leadership will take the organization in the future.

“Each of these individuals is a true leader in their own right, and the strength they bring to Brayman Construction and its Affiliates is evidenced by our performance during their time here,” said Stephen Muck, Brayman Chairman & CEO. “I believe in planting the seeds of talent and cultivating its growth from within. I am very proud to have this leadership team supporting our goals and the entire Company as we develop the techniques, materials, and technologies for the future of construction.”

Tim Taylor, who has been with Brayman for 18 years, is now the President of the Heavy Civil Division. Tim’s team works on complex heavy civil infrastructure projects, including highway and rail bridges, elevated concrete structures, marine construction, locks and dams, industrial facilities, and Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC).

Zach Rosswog joined Brayman 11 years ago and is now the President of Advantage Steel & Construction.

Advantage Steel has AISC certifications for Steel Erection and Fabrication for Advanced Steel Bridges and is recognized throughout the industry for its expertise. Zach oversees our capabilities, which include complex bridge erection, customized temporary support and jacking operations, bridge rehabilitation, building erection, and other unique steel construction applications.

John Stewart has been with Brayman for 13 years and is now President of the Foundation Division. John leads our work in deep foundation drilling and grouting on projects such as high-capacity dam anchors, secant/tangent walls, earth retention, retaining/sound walls, drilled shafts, micropiles, specialty grouting/instrumentation, soil nailing/shotcrete, cofferdams and river mooring cells, pre-drilled/driven piling, and augercast piles.

Tom Hesmond, who has been with Brayman for 17 years, is now Vice President of Alternative Delivery & Joint Ventures. Tom builds partnerships with engineering firms and owners on alternative delivery contracts such as design-build, progressive design-build, integrated project delivery, and CMGC or Early Contractor Involvement projects.

 Evan Ring came to Brayman 16 years ago and is now Brayman’s Vice President of Estimating. Evan oversees our estimating team and is tasked with creating a daily plan for building unique, complex, heavy civil construction projects.  They collaborate with Brayman’s Affiliates to provide the best opportunity for our operations teams to be successful in the field. 

 “The bottom line is that our team is strong and growing, as are our opportunities,” said Muck. “These opportunities are supported by an equally strong balance sheet full of the assets needed to execute our challenging projects—big and small. Our selections of people and projects will continue to tell the story of Brayman Construction.”

Dave White Memorial Award Recognizes “Most Improved Safety Program”

‍Saxonburg, PA: Brayman Construction Corporation is being recognized for its outstanding safety record by The International Foundation Association of Foundation Drilling (ADSC-IAFD). Brayman is the winner of the Dave White Memorial Award, which recognizes the “Most Improved Safety Program” of the ADSC member company whose Incident Rate has greatly improved over previous periods and who has experienced an obvious change in safety practices during the most recent three years.

Brayman is also being honored as a Zero Total Reportable Case (TRC) and Days Away and Restricted Duty/Job Transfer (DART)Combined Rates company that has demonstrated a proactive approach to safety using recognized safety practices. This award recognizes companies that achieve these remarkable safety records regardless of the person-hours worked. ADSC uses TRC and DART data that are based on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s incident rates as the basis for this award.

“Receiving the Dave White Memorial Award and receiving recognition for Zero TRC and DART is a great honor for our team. Achieving such recognition demonstrates our commitment to maintaining a safe work environment,” said Stephen Muck, Chairman and CEO of Brayman. “This recognition highlights our safety program driven by our Corporate Safety Director, Angela Ravenscroft, and her team of safety professionals who are committed to introducing positive changes and ensuring safety protocols are met without exception.”

Our motto, “Safety is Our Attitude for Life,” isn’t just a catchphrase at Brayman Construction; it defines our culture and directs our operations every single day. While many see safety as an obligation, we see it as a steadfast commitment. Our dedication to ensuring the well-being of everyone involved in our projects, from our team members to our clients and the public, sets us apart in the industry. We understand that words mean little without action.

“Brayman’s safety record is possible due to a combination of leadership’s commitment to making resources for safety a top priority by investing in the best equipment and training for our team, and our team’s commitment to approaching every job, every day through a safety-first lens,” said Angela Ravenscroft, Corporate Safety Director at Brayman. “It’s that dual commitment that makes all the difference. If you don’t have that, it’s really hard to achieve a safety record like ours. Everybody says safety is the most important thing, but at Brayman, it really is, and our record proves it.”

To learn more about the ADSC Safety Awards, visit https://www.adsc-iafd.com/safety/safety-awards/.

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Brayman salutes the hardworking women who are an integral part of our industry. From the job site to the office, their skills and contributions make a significant impact every day. Thank you to all the incredible women on #TeamBrayman for your dedication and expertise.

Learn more about the incredible women at Brayman in the below special edition ADSC feature article:

Brayman Construction and Trumbull Corporation are proud to announce a five-year Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Strategic Partnership for the Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project in Erie, PA. This is the longest OSHA Partnership in Erie’s history, reflecting a strong commitment to workplace safety and health.

The goals of this partnership include reducing the total number of days away from work injury and illness cases by 3%, controlling workplace hazards by assisting contractors with the implementation of an effective safety and health management system, conduct weekly self-inspections to reduce exposure of workers to safety and health hazards, and to maintain a continuous dialog that support various safety and health campaigns/initiatives.

“At Brayman, safety is not just a policy; it’s our way of life. This partnership with OSHA and Trumbull Corporation reinforces our long-standing dedication to ensuring the highest safety standards,” said Stephen Muck, Chairman and CEO of Brayman Construction.

Mark Gentile, President of Trumbull Corporation, added, “Our partnership with Brayman Construction has been built over several successful projects, each reinforcing our shared commitment to delivering a safe project. This partnership with OSHA, is another step in our collaborative journey, reflecting Safety as a shared core value, in every aspect of our work.”

“Securing an OSHA Strategic Partnership reflects our continual efforts to lead the industry in safety practices,” stated Angela Ravenscroft, Corporate Safety Director at Brayman Construction. “This achievement is another milestone in our ongoing mission to provide a safe working environment for everyone.”

Christopher Snedden, Assistant Area Director for OSHA stated, “Anytime OSHA and responsible contractors from the private sector can work together to minimize hazards in the workplace and decrease the number of injuries, the result is always positive. We commend Brayman Construction and Trumbull Corporation for taking a proactive approach in prioritizing safety and committing to ensuring safe working conditions.”

The Bayfront Parkway Improvement Project, valued at $111.7 million, aims to strengthen the connectivity within the city of Erie by enhancing accessibility and safety for all its users. This project is not just an infrastructural development; it’s a step towards a safer, more connected community.

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About Trumbull Corporation:

Trumbull Corporation is an award-winning industry leader in heavy civil construction, having built hundreds of bridges, highway projects, tunnels, excavation, locks, dams, well pad construction, pipeline installation, and utilities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Our world-class team is known for taking extra measures to ensure our work is thorough and accurate.

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About OSHA:

In 1970, the United States Congress and President Richard Nixon created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a national public health agency dedicated to the basic proposition that no worker should have to choose between their life and their job. The OSHA law makes it clear that the right to a safe workplace is a basic human right. Together with our state  partners, OSHA has tackled fatal safety hazards and health risks. We have established common sense standards and enforced the law against those who put workers at risk. Our standards, enforcement actions, compliance assistance and cooperative programs have saved thousands of lives and prevented countless injuries and illnesses.

Although our task is far from complete, our progress gives us hope and confidence that OSHA will continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of our nation’s workers, their families and their communities.

Brayman Construction & Trumbull, A Joint Venture, is making headway on I-64 for West Virginia Department of Transportation. This project includes widening 5 miles of highway from two lanes into three lanes as well as constructing a new bridge over the Kanawha River.

It was a pleasure having students from the University of Pittsburgh visit with us last Friday. We were able to give them an inside look into our internship and co-op programs, followed by an informal luncheon. It’s always great connecting with future professionals in the field!

If you or someone you know would like to learn more about these programs, go to: https://brayman.applicantpro.com/jobs/2210234.html

Team Brayman recently attended the Spring Engineering Career Fair at Ohio University. The fair was filled with talented young Engineers from many different disciplines and backgrounds. We are looking forward to finding the right individuals to join the Brayman team.