Founded by James Manafort as the New Britain House Wrecking Company, known primarily for demolition in the early days. An established reputation led to being called upon for unique and first of their kind projects. One occasion that stands out occurred shortly after 9/11 when their involvement was requested at Ground Zero in New York City in 2001 to assist in the demolition and removal of the World Trade Center buildings In 1919, Manafort Brothers Incorporated began its journey to become the construction and demolition services leader it is today. Founded by James Manafort as the New Britain House Wrecking Company, we were known primarily for demolition in those early days. The company established a superior reputation and great success in the industry. In 1946 the company was renamed Manafort Brothers Incorporated and was managed by James Manafort's four sons; Anthony, Frank, John and Paul. During the years to follow, the firm came to be the region's premier demolition company including being recognized year after year by Engineering News Record as a top Demolition Contractor nationwide. Manafort evolved, choosing to expand into excavation and concrete foundation work. A third generation of the Manafort family, James, Frank and Jon, led the firm to even further widen its focus to concrete, civil and utility, demolition, abatement and remediation, highway and bridge, nuclear decommissioning, rail and mass transit construction. A 4th generation family-led business, Jim Jr., David, Justin and Jason continue to lead and evolve the firm as an integrated, dynamic construction and demolition contractor.