Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions in Pittsburgh
MBM Contracting is a family-owned and operated business founded in 1988 by Danny and Harry Brown, whose legacy of honesty, integrity, and hard work forms the foundation of our operations. With over 35 years of experience in the construction industry, we specialize in general contracting, construction management, design-build, and pre-construction services, serving clients across healthcare, higher education, corporate office, and retail sectors. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our LEED-certified projects and use of advanced technologies like Procore and Primavera P6 for project delivery. We prioritize safety, sustainability, and client satisfaction, maintaining long-term relationships through transparent communication and tailored solutions.Our team of skilled professionals, including LEED Accredited Professionals, self-performs key construction elements to ensure schedule flexibility and cost efficiency. Recognized by top companies like UPMC and Highmark for our collaborative approach, we continue to deliver complex projects while upholding the core values established by our founders. Our transition to second-generation leadership in 2015 ensures continuity in providing high-quality, client-focused construction services.
Services
General Contracting
Construction Management
Design-Build
Pre-Construction
Self-Perform Projects
Special Projects
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 35+ years of Pittsburgh construction expertise
- LEED-certified professionals for sustainable building solutions
- Self-perform key trades for schedule and budget control
- Proven track record with healthcare and institutional clients
- Collaborative approach with real-time problem-solving
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- United States Green Building Council (USGBC)
What people say
Creative and cost-effective solutions
Organized and on-time delivery
Collaborator on the project
Responsive to changes
Strong team communication
Services
General Contracting
As general contractors, we coordinate projects from start to finish using trusted subcontractors. Our team ensures timely completion within budget while maintaining compliance with specifications. With decades of Pittsburgh-area experience, we manage complex renovations and new builds for healthcare, education, and corporate clients. Our single-point-of-contact approach streamlines communication and accountability throughout the construction process.
Construction Management
Our construction management services integrate with owner and design teams from project inception. We provide cost estimating, value engineering, and schedule optimization while managing subcontractors and quality control. This method reduces costs through competitive bidding and early identification of long-lead items, ensuring efficient project delivery for institutional and commercial clients across Western Pennsylvania.
Design-Build
MBM's design-build delivery combines architectural partnerships with construction expertise for accelerated project timelines. By eliminating design-bid-build delays, we fast-track construction while maintaining budget control through collaborative value engineering. This single-source solution streamlines communication between architects, engineers, and contractors to minimize miscommunication risks during complex commercial and healthcare facility projects.
Pre-Construction
Our pre-construction services include budgeting, constructability reviews, and schedule development during early project phases. We conduct value engineering analysis and prepare bid packages while identifying permitting requirements. This strategic planning reduces unexpected issues during construction, ensuring clients receive comprehensive cost and timeline projections before breaking ground on healthcare, education, and corporate infrastructure projects.
Self-Perform Projects
With 100+ skilled carpenters and tradespeople, we self-perform demolition, framing, carpentry, and specialty installations. This direct control improves schedule flexibility and quality assurance while reducing subcontractor dependencies. Our in-house capabilities cover thermal insulation, metal framing, and custom casework, ensuring consistent workmanship across healthcare renovations, institutional builds, and commercial tenant improvements.
People
Danny Brown
Founder
Co-founded MBM Contracting in 1988 after military service and carpentry union experience. Served as hands-on leader during the company's formative years, establishing core values of integrity and quality that continue to guide operations.
Harry Brown
Founder
Co-founder with Danny Brown, bringing military discipline and carpentry expertise to establish MBM's foundation. Instrumental in transitioning from basement operations to Pittsburgh's trusted construction firm through commitment to client relationships and project excellence.
Matt Brown
Second-Generation Leader
Part of MBM's second-generation leadership team since 2015, continuing family tradition of hands-on management. Focuses on maintaining operational excellence while expanding technological capabilities and sustainable construction practices for complex healthcare and institutional projects.
Bryan Brown
Second-Generation Leader
Key member of MBM's leadership transition in 2015, combining inherited construction knowledge with modern project delivery methods. Oversees strategic growth initiatives while maintaining the company's commitment to Pittsburgh-area clients through quality-driven construction solutions.
Missy Brown
Second-Generation Leader
Integral to MBM's generational transition, balancing family legacy with contemporary construction management practices. Focuses on client relationship development and operational efficiency improvements while upholding the company's founding principles of integrity and work ethic.
Questions
What construction services does MBM Contracting offer?
We provide general contracting, construction management, design-build, pre-construction planning, and self-perform trade services for healthcare, education, and commercial projects in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
How long has MBM been in business?
MBM Contracting has served Pittsburgh since 1988, with second-generation leadership continuing the family-owned tradition of quality construction services since 2015.
Are MBM's projects LEED-certified?
Yes, we have completed multiple LEED-certified projects and maintain LEED Accredited Professionals on staff to help clients achieve sustainability goals through proper documentation and green building practices.
How does MBM handle complex renovation projects?
Our experienced team uses collaborative planning, value engineering, and self-performed trades to manage renovations while maintaining client operations, as demonstrated in healthcare facility upgrades and bank renovations.
What areas does MBM serve?
While based in Pittsburgh, we serve all of Western Pennsylvania including Allegheny County, working on projects from healthcare facilities to corporate office spaces.
