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About Us

Established in the heart of an economic recession in 2010, PH&C developed a name and solid reputation by helping our clients successfully complete a variety of new development and re-development projects. 

PH&C creates value by understanding project costs and construction risks, and by guiding the team to the most efficient, constructible designs for projects ranging from residential neighborhoods, commercial developments to institutional infrastructure upgrades.

PH&C’s experienced land development team allows Land Owners to gain control of the key aspect of most every project: managing the planning, design, procurement and construction of the on and off-site improvements, directly and efficiently, with our in-house staff, only hiring commercial General Contractors for actual building construction, saving costly mark up fees. 

We manage projects for a wide range of clients that require careful planning and meticulous execution.  PH&C has established trusted relationships with developers, land owners, business owners, government agencies, and development consulting firms by providing integrated commercial property assessment, design management, pre-construction, and construction management services.

Mission Statement

We provide value to our clients by providing a cost effective solution for their needs for expertise in a full range of construction and real estate development services.

Core Values

  • We treat our client’s money like our own

  • We are there when our clients need us, 24-7

  • We are honest, fair, and our clients’ biggest advocate

  • Our communication and project documentation are second to none!

Key Personnel

PAUL HARRISPresident

Paul has over 30 years of engineering, construction & real estate development experience starting out as an engineering Officer in the US Army Corps of Engineers, working for a General Contractor, and then a publicly held REIT. He next started an Owner’s Representation firm, PH&C, in 2010 where he developed a name by helping Owner’s manage the planning, design, and execution of a variety of development/re-development projects.

Prior to starting PH&C, Paul Harris spent 3 years at Regency Centers. Before moving to development, Paul spent 7 years with Target Building Construction and managed a large, repeat client base specializing in Design-Build projects.

Paul graduated from Penn State University with a BS in Civil Engineering in 1992, and was commissioned as an officer in the US Army Corps of Engineers, supporting numerous military contingency and peace keeping operations with construction & engineering support.

STEPHANIE HARRISTreasurer / Secretary

Stephanie is the Treasurer / Secretary responsible for reviewing financial data, managing account payables, receivables, preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures & costs. She has over 20 years experience in construction and real estate. Before joining PH&C, she had served five years at Regency Centers as the Office Manager/ Executive Assistant.  Mrs. Harris earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Pennsylvania State University.

JAMES DeNAVE, PEDevelopment Manager – Pre-Construction

Jim has over 27 years of experience in the civil engineering/land development field. Jim’s site design experience is complimented by his four years of traffic and roadway design, and several years of civil site design. Prior to PH&C, Jim worked for both Bohler Engineering and Traffic Planning & Design. He leads our team’s entitlements efforts, utilizing his expertise in procuring project entitlements as cost effectively as possible while staying focused on constructibility of each project. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania. Jim has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The University of Pennsylvania.

JEFFREY McCLINTOCK, PEDevelopment Manager – Construction

Jeff has over 28 years of civil engineering experience in both private and public practice, including over 15 years working for local government. He manages all aspects of land development and construction for various commercial projects. Before joining PH&C, he served as the Township Engineer for local government where he was responsible for all engineering activities, including land development processing and project management. Jeff has successfully completed the 30-Hour OSHA Hazard Recognition Training for the Construction Industry. He is a registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania and Maryland, as well as a Certified Floodplain Manager. Jeff has a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Lycoming College and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University.

ROB RAQUETSenior Construction Manager

Rob has over 35 years of experience in site construction, land acquisition, land development approvals and municipal construction processes. While working with major site development contracting firms in the greater Philadelphia region, Rob sharpened his skills to determine what construction techniques and methods can be utilized to reduce cost to the clients by developing efficient designs, with the most economical materials, and reducing construction timelines to deliver projects to the client on time and below budget. This value engineering approach has resulted in millions of dollars in cost savings over his career, and has helped Rob develop and maintain strong relationships with many of the Civil Engineering and Land Development firms throughout the region. His deep experience in residential, commercial, industrial design and construction provides the foundation of knowledge of the site construction industry, and Rob is viewed as a trusted resource for Engineering Firms, advising them on construction means and methods, material selections, and other field engineering questions. Rob feels that open discussions on ways to reduce costs thru value engineering results in a win-win situation for the design engineer, site contractor and ultimately for the client. Rob is a graduate of Spring Garden College with a degree in Civil Engineering.

LORIE TRACEY – Senior Construction Manager

Lorie has a diverse background in construction management and real estate brokerage with over 20 years of experience including corporate interiors, commercial, residential, higher education, and healthcare. She manages all phases of construction and real estate transactions, and all key stakeholders during the project lifecycle. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Drexel University, and an active Pennsylvania real estate license.

SHAUN BAROT – Senior Construction Manager

Shaun has a vast and diverse background in Construction Management (CM) and Real Estate Development spanning over the course of 18 years. With his robust background in CM representing both the owner’s side as well as general contractor’s side in various capacities, Shaun can effectively analyze, assess and devise a holistic project plan incorporating all facets of real estate development projects. With his strong background in commercial owner’s representative CM, Shaun’s strength lies in sourcing appropriate consultants given the owners’ and project needs, developing a budget, creating a micro schedule and effectively managing the project from inception to completion. Shaun has been part of over a million square feet of ground up, mixed-use commercial projects within the last 6 years. Shaun has worked across different jurisdictions across the country and devised a plan to navigate the complex web of sourcing and onboarding appropriate project partners for any given project. Prior to joining PH&C, Shaun had his own CM consultancy and with that he understands the value of treating client’s capital as if it were his own, and manages each project with utmost ownership. Shaun is a graduate of New Jersey Institute of Technology with a BS in Construction Engineering. 

LOUIS HARRIS – Business Development/Marketing Manager

Before joining PH&C in 2017, Lou amassed over 25 years’ experience in sales and marketing positions with steel and concrete manufacturers, steel railroad rail/trackwork distributors, and specialty steel fabricators serving a multitude of companies in the railroad, metals manufacturing, mining and other heavy industries. He developed skills in building relationships and trust by identifying product efficiencies and diligently following through to deliver on promises. This resulted in multi-year customer relations which generated multi-million-dollar revenues. Lou was immersed in the PH&C program and received first-hand experience in many facets of the business, using his communication skills to identify critical path items, focus on benchmarks, and facilitate discussions with all parties to get to the root of issues raised in the field, ultimately allowing the team to reach a successful consensus. His recent experience and knowledge in residential and commercial development processes, and of PH&C’s core strengths, allows him to target and qualify potential new clients as a good fit for working together. Lou holds OSHA 30-hour certification and is a competent person when visiting job sites. Lou is a certified FAA Remote Pilot and routinely pilots a DJI drone taking aerial photos and videos for use in marketing efforts. Lou is a graduate of Bloomsburg University with a bachelor’s degree in business marketing and management.

NOAH LYNCH Construction Coordinator & Licensed Drone Pilot

Noah spent over 2 years helping manage the development of 300+ single and multifamily residential rental units in many aspects of the project. Noah has been with PH&C since August 2020, documenting and administering numerous construction projects with site visit reports, managing drawings, submittals, RFI logs, utility coordination and investigations, and general project management. Noah is a certified FAA Remote Pilot and routinely pilots our DJI drone taking aerial photos, videos and 3D imaging using 3rd party software to help quantify materials on our job sites. Noah holds OSHA 30-hour certification and is a competent person when visiting job sites. Noah is a graduate of Temple University’s Fox School of Business in Philadelphia, PA, with a Bachelor of Business Administration, majoring in risk management and insurance.

DEREK CLOUSER – Senior Construction Manager

Derek joins the PH&C team in Nov 2024 and brings over 15 years of leadership and expertise in construction and project management, with a proven track record of managing high-value projects across various sectors. His extensive experience includes overseeing multi-million-dollar developments, managing teams, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. As Vice President of Construction at a real estate development company, Derek spearheaded the creation and growth of the construction division, overseeing all operational aspects and delivering strategic results. He has also led construction operations and field teams at prominent companies, including Ryan Homes and Toll Brothers, where he developed a reputation for meticulous planning, strong financial oversight, and strategic problem-solving. Passionate about quality and client satisfaction, Derek also draws on his background in sports, bringing discipline, teamwork, and a results-driven focus to every project. With a hands-on approach to managing every project phase including pre-construction scope development, value engineering, close-out and post-construction reviews, Derek is committed to achieving operational excellence and fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders. Derek is a proud graduate of Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.

RICH RYCHARSKI (In Memoriam) – September 16, 1957 – October 4, 2024

Rich spent almost 6 years with us as a Senior Development Manager of Construction. He was a one-of-a-kind person and was a true leader in his field. He left an indelible mark on PH&C as well as our clients and partners. Rich had over 40 years of direct decision-making responsibility as an owner’s representative in the private real estate developer marketplace. Rich received his degree from Temple University’s College of Engineering. Godspeed to Rich and his family.