Michael Bruss

Owner’s Project Management Consultant

(he/him)

Michael is the founder and past-president of Bruss Construction Inc. and Integrated Building Energy Associates. In 2014, Michael founded Bruss Project Management, LLC, where he served as an Owner's Project Manager for dozens of projects throughout New England. Michael has recently joined forces with HELM, where he contributes his wealth of experience in building systems, construction management, energy efficiency, and owner's project management services. Michael’s passion and drive focuses on sustainability and resilience in the built environment. He has worked extensively on preservation and adaptive reuse projects, respecting our architectural heritage and recognizing that the best way to preserve a building is to make it relevant in the 21st century. Every project has its own set of challenges, its own unique cast of characters, and its own opportunities for success or failure.

A key role of the Owner’s Project Management Consultant is to provide a positive influence on the dynamic tension that is inherent in undertakings involving multiple stakeholders. The Consultant must work with the Design Team, Owner, and the various project stakeholders to identify the challenges, facilitate solutions, and maintain focus on the project objectives. With over 35 years of experience in project development and management with a diverse group of building and design projects, Michael brings unmatched collaboration, innovation, and craftsmanship to every project that he is involved with.