Braun Construction Group

As President and Owner, Steve sets the tone and direction of daily operations by a setting the highest standards of excellence and allowing employees to strive to achieve their personal best. This manifests itself in all aspects of the business - pre-construction through close-out.  As co-founder of BCG, Steve is committed to building strong relationships with owners, owner's representatives, subcontractors, tradesmen, and laborers. 

Steve earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Technology from Saginaw Valley State University and has worked for several prominent construction companies in Michigan.

To relax and unwind, Steve rides his Harley on the back roads and highways of the Midwest.  Living in Saline, Michigan, Steve and his wife Shelley have four sons.

Education

Saginaw Valley State University

Certifications

Licensed Contractor - State of Michigan

Association of General Contractors Certifications

Evan began his career as an intern at Braun Construction Group and assisted project managers, superintendents and projects engineers with construction operations.  In the last five years, He has served as Project Engineer on multiple projects, and then as Project Superintendent, gaining more experience and responsibility due to his organized, thoughtful, and detailed approach to work. Evan is eager to learn all aspects of the construction business and now serves as Estimator. He strongly believes in a team approach to work and good communication with all team members.

An avid snowmobiler, Evan loves hitting the trails of Northern Michigan with his dad and three brothers. He is also a lacrosse coach for the Northville Mustangs. 

Education

Ferris State University

Certifications

CPR / First Aid

OSHA 30 Hour 

Fire Extinguishers

Masonry Wall Bracing

Excavation Competent Person

Asbestos Awareness

Fall Protection

Certified Rigger

With 27 years’ experience in the construction industry Steve has a firm understanding of the construction delivery systems, including of construction management, general contracting, design build and the complete project development phase.  He has worked on commercial, retail, educational, industrial, and multi-residential construction projects.  He is also well versed in government projects.  Steve has estimated and project managed all aspects of construction including determining local government requirements, conceptual design, design development, estimating (including budget analysis and GMP), sub-contractor negotiations, scheduling, and site management to ensure that all projects are completed as designed.

Inherent in Project Development is the requirement to establish a team environment with the client, architect, and subcontractors.  Steve excels in developing estimates that works through scope issues before they become contracts.  This establishes a working arrangement with the client, helping them to assure that key elements are in place, or planned for, so that there is minimal impact to the schedule and our ability to complete our work on time.  Steve has found that this proactive approach ensures repeat clients and referrals.

To unwind and relax, Steve loves to read, enjoys yard work, and spends a lot of time with his 16 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Steve was in the United States Army for 11 years as a Logistics Control Coordinator. He has been married to his wife Diann now for 14 years! 

Education: 

Cal Poly Pomona University 

Military:

United States Army, Logistics Control Coordinator - 11 years

Skills & Certifications

M.U.S.T.

OSHA Certifications

MDEQ Storm Water & Soil Erosion Inspector

Forklift Operator Certified

CPM Management - Master Scheduler 

Andy is a dedicated project manager with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. His background includes new construction and extensive renovation of occupied facilities for Ford Motor Company, as well as, ground up commercial and residential projects. He has been providing construction services on an “as needed” basis for Ford for more than 15 years and has built solid relationships based on trust and integrity.

Andy’s keen business sense keeps the schedule and budget in check, saving time and money for the Owner. His attention to detail assures a quality performance from subcontractors and suppliers. Each project, no matter the size, is important to Andy.

Andy earned his Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering from Michigan State University, and then earned a Master in Business Administration from Wayne State University. He lives with his wife and son in Berkley, Michigan. On his off hours, Andy enjoys going to sporting events, playing golf and listening to music.

Education

Michigan State University

Wayne State University

Certifications

LEED AP

CPR/First Aid

MIOSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification

Storm Water Certification, MDEQ

ISO 9001 Training

Safe2Work Certified

Colleen Kujawa is not a novice when it comes to managing numbers.  She has over 20 years of experience in the field of finance with 18 of those successful years belonging to the construction industry.  As Controller at Braun Construction Group, Colleen collaborates with Robert Barry managing the financial, accounting, reporting, and control activities to ensure that they are carried out effectively, efficiently, and aligned with best practices.  She also holds the responsibility of payroll, receivables, and taxes, as well as, assists in audit practices.

Colleen believes in active involvement with all customers, vendors, stakeholders, and employees through open communication. She is committed to ensuring quality, effectiveness, and efficiency through her immense experience, qualifications, and attention to detail.

Colleen graduated Cum Laude from Walsh College and earned her Bachelor of Accountancy Degree in 2003.

Colleen enjoys spending time with her husband, Keith and their dog, Kimba.  She takes pleasure in going up north, spending time with family and friends, and bowling.

Education

Walsh College

Mike is the consummate professional with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. His role as Project Manager has earned him the honor of being a respected leader at Braun Construction Group and among his peers.

The engineering skills that he gained from his college education and the management techniques that he has honed throughout his construction career allow him to be successful by instilling a commitment to policies and procedures that safely delivers projects on time, within budget, and with unparalleled quality that assures customer satisfaction. This process also fosters the creation of new ideas for problem resolution that are required in the Michigan construction industry.  Simultaneously, he provides the necessary engineering, supervision, scheduling and project management activities on individual projects for key clients.

Over the course of the past three decades, he has been involved in numerous projects that make him a valuable team member/leader. From personally framing, roofing, boarding, trimming and painting residential dwellings to coordinating complex mechanical and electrical systems for hospitals and exhibition centers, overseeing the installation of modern “direct supervision” detention equipment for a county jail, delivering the high level finishes of a national museum, providing senior living campuses and skilled nursing centers for today’s retired population and managing the construction of a $36 million state-of-the-art LEED-certified training facility for the National Football League’s Detroit Lions.

Mike earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology from Cleveland State University. He is also a LEED Accredited Professional and maintains his State of Michigan Residential Builders License. Mike, and his wife Domini, have just recently become empty nesters in Hartland, Michigan, and are considering the transition to condo living. Their daughter, Gina, has just started her college career and attends Grand Valley State University.  He also has twin stepsons, a stepdaughter, and five grandchildren. Mike enjoys being in the woods hunting Michigan white-tailed deer or errant white golf balls, but can also navigate the kitchen. His annual Christmas Cherry Roll is unbelievable.

Education

Cleveland State University

Certifications

LEED AP

State of Michigan Residential Builder

State of Michigan Storm Water Certification, MDEQ

CPR/First Aid

MIOSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification

OSHA 30-Hour Safety Certification

Masonry Certificate, Michigan Institute of Masonry

ISO 9001 Training

Safe2Work 

Mandy is Braun Construction Group’s Director of Environmental Health and Safety. Her knowledge and experience strengthens our company’s construction safety program in countless ways.

Mandy has been part of many complex and high profile construction projects in her 14-year career. She is technically proficient in systems integration for fire protection and uses that knowledge to develop clear planning for integration and safety in all phases of construction. Mandy oversees our staff and subcontractor Safety Program ensuring that everyone is properly trained in safety protocol.

Mandy earned a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health, with a Minor in Fire Science, from Madonna University. She is an Adjunct Professor at Madonna teaching Safety Program Management, Industrial Hygiene, and Construction Safety Management. In addition to her university teaching, Mandy is an authorized OSHA Outreach instructor for OSHA 10 and 30 hour courses. Mandy lives with her two daughters and husband in South Lyon, Michigan, and she enjoys family time at her favorite vacation destination, Disney World.

Education

Madonna University

Certifications

OSHA  10 and 30 Hour

OSHA 510

First Aid/CPR

ISO 14001 Steel Erection Training

CHST

Competent Person for Excavations