Craig advises contractors and project stakeholders on infrastructure, construction, and development projects. He counsels clients on construction contracts, risk management, and project-related business issues, drawing on more than 30 years of experience in the large-scale civil construction sector.
He focuses on transportation and public works projects, advising on contract strategy, risk allocation, claims, and regulatory compliance. His experience includes construction and commercial disputes, insurance matters, environmental claims, OSHA issues, surety bond claims, labor and employment-related matters, and administrative claims. He also advises on project-related real estate matters, including acquisitions, commercial leases, financing documents, environmental assessments, and permitting.
Before joining the firm, Craig served as contracts manager, operations manager, and assistant general counsel for companies in the civil construction sector. In those roles, he drafted and negotiated multimillion-dollar public works agreements, worked on joint ventures, supported PennDOT Rail Freight Assistance Program grants, and advised on project estimating, contract review, and risk analysis. This background informs his practical approach to the legal and operational issues that shape complex construction and development projects.
Recognized as an industry leader, Craig has served as President of the Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, chaired government affairs initiatives, and contributed to policy efforts on contractor qualifications, bidding processes, and risk allocation. He has also presented on construction delivery methods, environmental compliance, and federal DBE regulations.
Widener University School of Law, J.D., cum laude
Drexel University, B.S. in Materials Engineering
Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, State ARTBA Chapter, past president (Nov. 2015 to Nov. 2017)
Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, Board of Directors, lifetime member
Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, Government Affairs Committee, chair
Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, PennDOT DBE/EEO Committee, former co-chair
Drafted and negotiated construction agreements for projects valued from $100,000 to $350 million on public infrastructure, transportation, and utility matters.
Participated in the management and negotiation of a joint‑venture project exceeding $500 million, including risk allocation, contract strategy, and project administration.
Negotiated and resolved a multi‑million‑dollar project close‑out dispute, securing a profitable return for a major infrastructure contractor.
Represented a regional infrastructure operator in the acquisition of more than 250,000 sq. ft. of commercial property valued at over $20 million, including environmental due diligence and permitting.
Supported negotiations for a complex real estate option contract valued at more than $100 million, involving phased development and strategic land use considerations.
Drafted and negotiated agreements for the turnkey design and construction of a new aggregate crusher facility, a multi‑million‑dollar industrial development project.
Oversaw implementation of new cost‑tracking and financial systems supporting multi‑million‑dollar construction portfolios, improving accuracy, forecasting, and compliance.
Prepared grant applications and managed implementation for a PennDOT Rail Freight Assistance Program award, directing capital improvements from bid through completion.
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