Richard Santosky

Mr. Santosky brings over 28 years of construction experience overseeing all aspects of design & construction for institutional clients and private developers in the New York City – Tri-State Region.  Early in Mr. Santosky’s career, he was employed at York Hunter Construction Services where he managed field work as an on-site Superintendent. During his five years with the firm he quickly moved through the ranks, advancing to Project Manager and later became Chief of Staff reporting to the COO.  After York Hunter, Mr. Santosky’s construction and management career continued at Hudson Meridian Construction Group, one of the region’s largest construction services firms where, as the firms first employee, he guided the growth of the company from inception.  Starting with the firm as a Vice President and Project Executive, his responsibilities included business development & marketing, establishing and implementing company policies and procedures, as well as hiring, training and mentoring staff.  In addition, Mr. Santosky was responsible for project oversight where he managed Design/Preconstruction and Construction teams which were responsible for developments from the conceptual phase through final punch-list and closeout. During his 11 year tenure with Hudson Meridian, he advanced to Executive Vice President and Principal at which point he oversaw company-wide project management and accounting.  Mr. Santosky joined BRP in early 2019.

Mr. Santosky’s construction expertise includes residential buildings, waterfront/marine/transportation related projects, landmark/historic renovations, commercial spaces, schools and emergency/disaster response in addition to his 18 years in the Army Reserve where he was an Engineer Company Commander and an Engineer Branch Chief.  In all, the work that he has managed has totaled over $4.1 billion in design & construction, 3.7 million+ SF of new & renovated space including more than 2,000 residential units ranging from high-end condos to market rate rentals. As a leader, Mr. Santosky has a history of success in delivering safe, high quality, on-time and on-budget projects.  Known for a gritty determination and a winning spirit, Mr. Santosky has a record of setting realistic, achievable yet demanding goals.  Through close monitoring, candid communication, attention to detail, good instincts, intense drive, strict adherence to deadlines and a refusal to fail, he has consistently achieved or exceeded these goals.  As a former military commander, he is an effective collaborator and team player with the highest commitment to ethics.

Education:

• Clarkson University, BS Civil and Environmental Engineering 
• U.S. Army School of Engineering