These governing bodies represent Contractor Member firms involved in the heavy and highway construction industry in western Pennsylvania.
Executive Committee
| Ali Mills, President | Plum Contracting, Inc. |
| Justin Fox, Vice President | Independence Excavating, Inc. |
| David Sciullo, Secretary/ Treasurer | Golden Triangle Construction Co., Inc. |
| Steven Reed, Committee Chair | Mekis Construction Corporation |
| Frank Piedimonte, Immediate Past President |
Executive Director
Richard J. Barcaskey
Executive Director
Rich Barcaskey is an accomplished executive with over two decades of experience in labor relations, association management, transportation policy, and industry advocacy. As the Executive Director of the Constructors Association of Western Pennsylvania (CAWP), he has led initiatives to strengthen the region’s heavy and highway construction sector. Under his leadership, CAWP has played a pivotal role in shaping labor-management relations and supporting sustainable infrastructure investments in the region.
Rich’s expertise spans labor relations, workforce development, legislative affairs, and regulatory compliance, making him a trusted advisor to policymakers and industry stakeholders alike. He is a consistent advocate for policies that promote safety, innovation, and economic growth within the construction industry, earning him recognition as a respected voice in transportation advocacy circles.
In addition, Rich is actively involved in several civic and industry organizations. He serves on the Board of Directors for Partner4Work, a workforce development organization in Pittsburgh, and serves on the Pennsylvania Transportation Advisory Committee and the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Appeals Board. Rich earned his Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts degrees from Duquesne University.
Board of Governors
| Erik Bertrand | Mosites Construction Company |
| Robert Breisinger | Mascaro Contracting, L.P. |
| Ryan Cramer | Penn Line Service, Inc. |
| Justin Fox | Independence Excavating |
| Mark Gentile | Trumbull Corporation |
| Joseph E. Kissane | M. O'Herron Company |
| John H. Laver IV | Lindy Paving, Inc. |
| David Matesic | Matcon Diamond, Inc. |
| Anthony Merante | A. Merante Contracting, Inc. |
| Ali Mills | Plum Contracting, Inc. |
| Steven Reed | Mekis Construction Corp. |
| Forrest Schultz | B&K Enterprises, Inc. |
| David Sciullo | Golden Triangle Construction |
| Lance Shreffler | Gregori Construction |
| Ryan Surrena | Fay, S&B USA Construction |
| Timothy Taylor | Brayman Construction Corporation |
| Vince Tutino | Lindy Paving, Inc. |
Presidents Council
| Joseph F. Casilli | Casper Colosimo & Son, Inc. |
| George E. Mezey | Trumbull Corporation |
| Frank Piedimonte | |
| Andrew R. Swank | Swank Construction Company, LLC |
HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS
| John M. Mills | Plum Contracting, Inc. |
| Stephen M. Muck | Brayman Construction Corp. |
| Charles J. Niederriter | Golden Triangle Construction Co. |
| Michael A. Palo | Francis J. Palo, Inc. |