Engineering Success Across Industries with Precision and Care
Brahma Group excels in enhancing food and beverage operations through comprehensive mechanical and electrical services, including state-of-the-art equipment integration and facility upgrades. We are committed to quality, safety, and hygiene, ensuring seamless project execution from initial setup to final commissioning.
Brahma delivers specialized installation and maintenance for aerospace and commuter facilities, serving giants like Boeing with services ranging from light rail installations to critical system upgrades.
As a top installer in the US green energy market, Brahma stands out for innovative clean energy solutions, handling unique projects across solar, wind, geothermal, and more.
Brahma Group leads the way in constructing state-of-the-art distribution centers, offering a full spectrum of services from structural steel erection to advanced equipment installations. Leveraging our vast team of over 4,000 skilled professionals, we guarantee swift, high-quality execution for projects of any scale.
Brahma forges robust data center infrastructures for industry titans, ensuring each project’s success with national reach and a steadfast commitment to quality and safety.
Brahma stands as the premier contractor for equipment integration, mastering complex installations across industries from aerospace to clean energy with comprehensive turnkey solutions.
Process Equipment Integration:
Tailored integration of complex process machinery.
Conveyor System Installation:
Efficient installation services for conveyor systems.
Sanitary Fabrication Services:
Hygienic fabrication for food & beverage sectors.
Precision Equipment Placement:
Accurate setting of heavy and light industrial equipment.
Start-to-Finish Commissioning:
Comprehensive commissioning from initiation to operation.
Expert Steel Erection:
Skilled steel erection for robust industrial structures.
Civil and Foundation Work:
Solid foundation and civil works for enduring infrastructure.
Light Rail Infrastructure:
Development of cutting-edge light rail systems.
Luggage System Setup:
Reliable installation of advanced luggage handling systems.
Solar Energy Installations:
Expert installation services for solar energy projects.
Geothermal Energy Services:
Specialized services for geothermal energy systems.
Biomass Energy Systems:
Constructing efficient biomass energy infrastructure.
Ground-Up New Builds:
Constructing new industrial facilities from the ground up.
Regular Maintenance Services:
Providing ongoing maintenance for optimal performance.
Precision Fabrication Work:
Crafting precision components for industrial applications.
Advanced Robotics Install:
Installation of robotics for streamlined operations.
Rack System Construction:
Building customized racking systems for storage solutions.
Aerospace Industry Support:
Supporting the aerospace industry with specialized services.
Transit Facility Services:
Upgrading and maintaining high-volume commuting facilities.
Data Center Builds:
Constructing state-of-the-art data center infrastructures.
VP of Operations
VP of Operations
Meet Craig, a seasoned leader with over 26 years of management experience and technical expertise. His areas of specialization encompass a wide range of industry sectors, including project management, industrial facilities maintenance, plant maintenance, building and equipment structures, and construction management consultation.
Craig is certified in heavy rigging, with extensive experience in equipment removal and installation. His expertise extends to structural detailing, fabrication, erection, and installation. He also excels in conveyor system installation and maintenance, infrastructure improvements, capital project construction, bidding, estimating, and process piping and demolition.
Before joining Brahma, Craig honed his skills at Bell Steel, Inc. and Milling Machinery, Inc. His construction career, which began in the residential industry, eventually led him to industrial maintenance where he performed all aspects of millwright work. Craig’s commitment to continuous learning is evident in his completion of the ASU Alliance for Construction Excellence Project Management Course. He holds an OSHA 510 certification, a certification of completion in the Program of Project Management, and is trained in Auto CAD and Structural Steel detailing. With his vast experience and multitude of certifications, Craig brings a unique blend of leadership, technical acumen, and industry knowledge to his role.
CEO
Chris Rich has served as Chief Executive Officer of Brahma Group since February 2026. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer of the JT THORPE Group. He brings over 16 years of experience in industrial construction, having joined JT THORPE in 2012 as a Project Engineer in the company’s Large Projects Group.
Over the years, Chris has held several key leadership positions, including Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Director, Vice President, and President of JT Thorpe & Son, Inc., the Group’s largest subsidiary. In each role, he built and led high-performing teams focused on delivering high-value solutions with world-class safety and quality standards. His project experience spans complex industrial outages, turnarounds, and capital projects ranging in scale from $1,000 to over $100 million.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. He is known for bringing operational excellence, a process-driven mindset, and a lead-by-example approach to every role he takes on.
Outside of work, Chris enjoys spending time at the shore with family and friends — especially his four nieces — and is an avid supporter of his hometown Philadelphia sports teams.