OUR HISTORY
Louis Bray and his wife June established Louis W. Bray Construction Limited in 1972. At the start of Louis’ career, he worked for the Department of Highways of Ontario (DHO), beginning as a labourer on a survey crew and eventually earning the position of supervisor. He worked on such notable projects as Highway 401 in Eastern Ontario and Highway 417 in Ottawa among others. Louis was swiftly recognized as an industry leader due to his integrity, knowledge, experience and strong work ethic.
The company is led by Michael Bray, Professional Engineer, who became a full-time employee after graduating from a Civil Engineering program in 1985. With his father’s guidance, he worked his way up from Foreman to Vice-President. The company continues to grow and diversify under Michael’s direction as President since Louis’ passing in 1990.
After some time spent working outside the business in the construction industry, Nicholas Bray returned to the company in 2016. Michael mentors his son by sharing his own valuable knowledge and expertise; and by leveraging these ongoing lessons, Nick looks forward to enhancing the team in his own capacity.
Louis & June Loved Life
-1975
Proud Moment
-1985
Yet Another Proud Moment
Louis & June Watching Over us
-2018
THE BRAY DIFFERENCE
Bray is dedicated to a team building environment. We understand that in construction problems arise. Our goal is to work proactively and collaboratively to get ahead of any issues and bring forward solutions. This is the BRAY difference.
OUR PURPOSE: Building Infrastructure – Building People
OUR NICHE: Building Relationships
OUR PROMISE: Working TOGETHER to find a solution
OUR CORE VALUES
Our Core Values guide us every day in our interactions with clients, staff and suppliers. They are not merely a crest, they are our guiding principles. As a client, you can expect us to live up to these values throughout all of your interactions from office to site.
SAFE
We have a SAFETY FIRST culture.
PROACTIVE
We think ahead, anticipate issues and propose solutions.
RESILIENT
We are determined and have GRIT. We overcome challenges and develop both individually and as a team.
COLLABORATIVE
We are ONE TEAM working together toward a common goal.
HUMBLE
We approach our work with humility. We confidently bring ideas and solutions forward while being open to learning from others.