About

Matt joined Bracy in 2010 after spending some time outside of the family business at a leading civil construction firm.  Matt literally grew up in the business, spending his high school and college summers working on Bracy concrete crews, demo crews or filling one of many other needs.  As Vice President, Matt oversees all field operations for the company ensuring our projects maintain schedule and our self-perform crews are operating as efficiently as possible.  Matt has gained expertise in Healthcare, Institutional and Industrial/ Manufacturing sectors during his career and maintains close relationships with those clients.

Matt earned his Civil Engineering degree from Villanova University, where he was a member of the Villanova Rugby Football Club.  During his time at Villanova, Matt also gained relevant and rewarding experience as a member of the Amigos de Jesus Mission trip to Honduras and working as an intern for the London Underground, in London England.

Modeling a strong work ethic and family-based culture, Dan focuses beyond just the physical building structure when taking on his projects. With forty-five years of “hands on” construction experience, 32 years at the helm as CEO/Owner of Bracy, and completion of over $1 billion of construction in Southeast Pennsylvania, Dan is still excited about Bracy’s next project.

Dan believes that putting himself in the owner’s position and understanding their initial project motivations are key to success. Financing, value of construction, schedule, and critical needs are all in the forefront of Dan’s mind as he collaborates with owners. It’s not the profits that should solely motivate every company decision, but rather the satisfaction of welcoming that owner back for a second project and appreciating the value within the community. This philosophy has served Bracy well with over 75% of their construction projects for repeat clients.

Dan is the 3rd CEO who has led Bracy companies over the past seventy years. His 45+ years of experience with the most challenging, diverse projects from negotiation to groundbreaking to that final ribbon cutting should provide owners peace of mind from the first handshake. Additionally, his commitment to family values and community involvement have set the tone for his employees and contribute to an ethical, positive work environment.

Dan is a graduate of Penn State University (A.E.), and Spring Garden College (B.S. Construction Management). He has served on the Advisory Board of Penn State Lehigh Valley, and is currently on the Boards of Holy Family Manor, and Catholic Senior Housing and Health Care Services, Inc.

Mike has been a key member of the Bracy team since 2006.  As Preconstruction Manager, he oversees all bidding, budgeting and purchasing for the company.  Mike has developed expertise in developing conceptual budgets, de-scoping and vetting subcontractor proposals, contract negotiation and value engineering.  Mike has developed strong relationships with the local subcontractor market over the years which proves invaluable to our clients.

Mike is a graduate of Villanova University, with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.   In his free time, he enjoys golfing, biking and the outdoors.

Andrew joined Bracy in 2016, bringing with him a diverse portfolio of experience in the realm of construction. Andrew worked for an HVAC & Plumbing systems installer for 5 years before becoming an architectural designer in Center City Philadelphia for large clients including Verizon. After Andrew graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor of Architecture, he then went on to design multi-million dollar residences and restaurants in and around the Doylestown area. Looking to broaden his portfolio further, he later became a designer for one of Lehigh Valley’s most prominent commercial architects, working on an array of projects including the Sand’s Casino expansion. Still pushing to grow his career, Andrew made his transition to the project management side of construction. Since joining Bracy, Andrew has successfully managed projects ranging in volume from 1 to 22 million dollars. He has since acquired his Architectural Professional License in Pennsylvania and is currently the Senior Project Manager on a 56 million dollar project that will be under construction until 2024. Andrew plans to complete this project on time and under budget, the Bracy way!

Joining BRACY in the fall of 2022 and bringing over 17 years of experience in engineering and heavy industrial construction, Josh Cooney is a seasoned Project Manager known for his expertise in equipment design, plant layout, and project execution. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to lead and contribute to the successful completion of multi-million-dollar projects, with a particular focus on mechanical installation and site commissioning.
As a Project Manager, Josh has overseen a diverse range of projects, both independently and as part of collaborative teams, with budgets reaching up to $200 million USD. His comprehensive knowledge of project management, coupled with his meticulous approach to cost estimation for engineering design and site construction, has consistently yielded optimal outcomes for clients and stakeholders.
Josh’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University, earned in 2006. Additionally, he holds certifications as a Mine Safety and Health Administration certified safety trainer, reflecting his commitment to promoting safe working environments within the industries he serves. As a Licensed Professional Engineer registered in the state of Pennsylvania, Josh brings a high level of professionalism and adherence to engineering standards to each project he undertakes.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Josh finds fulfillment in staying active and engaging with his community. He is an avid outdoor enthusiast, regularly enjoying activities such as running and biking. Furthermore, he devotes time to coaching youth sports for his two children, fostering teamwork and leadership skills in the next generation.
With a track record of successful project management and a passion for contributing to his community, Josh Cooney is a valued asset in the field of engineering and industrial construction. His dedication to delivering excellence, coupled with his well-rounded skill set, makes him an ideal partner for any project seeking a results-driven and experienced leader.

Joining the Bracy team in 2022, bringing 23 Years of experience in General, Heavy Civil, Mechanical, Roadways and Bridges, Light Rail, Open Pit Surface Mining, Underground Utility construction, and Commercial building, including design, construction management, blasting management and associated monitoring and cost estimating of all aspects of water, wastewater treatment facilities underground utilities to include startup and commissioning, civil, mechanical, and structural construction. Having worked through the ranks of the construction industry, gaining experience and individual expertise in the various fields generally associated with the construction of water, wastewater, light rail, heavy highway, bridges, underground utilities, structures, and commercial construction. Liam has been a part of and or managed project ranging from $10,000 to $250 Million. Familiar with various types of project delivery methods and building information modeling. In his free time he enjoys camping, spending time with his family, building cars and rock crawling. Liam also dedicates a portion of his time to yearly fundraisers and charity events.

Education:

• Bachelors of Science – Wilkes University
• Valley Forge Military Academy

Tim joined Bracy in the beginning of 2019 bringing seven years of construction experience with him.  He first started with a residential General Contractor and worked his way up to being a carpenter, building fine homes on the Jersey Shore.  He then moved on to get his Bachelor of Project Management at Liberty University.  After finishing school, he returned to the residential construction business with newfound knowledge on scheduling and subcontractor management.

Outside of work Tim is an enthusiastic woodworker who crafts everything from custom cabinetry to fine dining tables.

Steve joined Bracy in the fall of 2022 bringing thirty-seven years of construction experience with him. He graduated from LCTI in 1984 after completing the carpentry/construction program and began his career as a carpenter’s helper and worked his way up as a foreman, superintendent, and project manager. Steve has a diverse background having worked in both residential and commercial construction. He also adds to his repertoire by having served as a Township building official/inspector/zoning officer and as a public works director. Steve has successfully completed a variety of commercial projects over the years including health care, office, adaptive re-use/residential, public & private projects, including ground up new construction, alterations, and tenant fit ups. He was also involved in his local government, having been elected to the board of supervisors in 2006, a 6 year term, serving as Chairman of the Board for 3 of those years.
In his free time, he enjoys spending time at his camper, working on woodcraft projects, spending time with family, fishing with his granddaughter, and dabbling in winemaking.

Paul joined Bracy in 2021 with a diverse work experience background ranging from farming to food service. Paul graduated from Penn State University with both a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Engineering Leadership Development.

Outside of work Paul enjoys hiking, fishing, and acting.

Collin joined Bracy in the summer of 2022 bringing three years of construction experience with him. He first started with a construction observation and testing company inspecting and testing materials for various sites around North-East Pennsylvania before working in an office of a precast concrete company performing procurement and inventory management. During this time, he received his Associate’s Degree in Architecture from Northampton Community College before transferring to Louisianna State University to pursue his Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, which he is still actively pursuing. While in school, Collin continued to work full time to expand his knowledge in the construction industry. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and watching all major sports in America.

Chris attended the University of Central Florida and graduated on the Dean’s list with honors obtaining his degree in Business Administration. From college, he entered the work force as an executive manager for Target in 2006. Spending 16 years as an executive manager for a big box retailer allowed him to hone his management skills with leading large teams to successful results year after year. During the last 5 years of his time with Target, he was a district executive that was in charge of coordinating and managing remodels one store at a time. After his first remodel, he quickly knew he wanted to remain in construction and eventually decided to leave Target to pursue his interests and desire to lead projects. I joined Bracy construction in 2022 as a project engineer to continue growing in the field of construction.

Brenna joined the Bracy team at the beginning of 2018 as an Office Administrator.  She brings with her 10 plus years of experience as an executive assistant in the home building and marketing industries and also branched out into the field as a leasing manager.  She helps manage the accounting, cost control, contracts and administrative functions ensuring day to day business processes run smoothly.  She takes pride in being a team player and cultivating strong working relationships with both Bracy’s clients and subcontractors.

Brenna earned her B.S. in Marketing from West Chester University.  Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and daughter.

Blase joined the Bracy team in September 2023. He brought with him 13 years of accounting experience, 6 years in public and 7 in corporate finance. Blase has held various roles, but his previous few have been financial controllerships where he oversaw entire accounting departments. Blase has prepared financial statements including board financial reportings and has prepared budgets and coordinated results and KPI’s with regional leaders. Blase got his BS in Accounting from Albright College in 2014. In his free time, Blase enjoys walking his dog Ryker and spending time with family.

Shirley joined Bracy over 25 years ago and has played a key role in supporting the office staff and business operations.  At Bracy, Shirley is responsible for assisting project managers with submittals, RFI’s, close-out documents and organizing each of Bracy’s project bidding process and proposal booklets.