Bernie Marchuska

The elder brother of the Marchuska brothers, Bernie brings special skills and accurate problem-solving solutions to the table. Bernie has over 20 years of experience ranging from complete commercial and residential building construction to the elite skills of a cabinet maker.  Some of his many unique skills include being a Registered Locksmith and 18^th century furniture maker specializing in Philadelphia Chippendale furniture construction.  In addition, Bernie also has a special interest in interior design, with a focus in French country and American Craftsman décor.  On the weekends when he isn’t playing “The Most Interesting Man in the World”, you might find him tasting a fine wine, playing golf, on the sidelines of a polo match, honing his foreign language skills, or just hanging out with his friends. Bernie graduated from Marywood University with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Melody Harford

Office Manager

Our Office Manager, Melody, has been a member of the Marchuska team since 2005.  She joined us with 19 years of banking and management experience and has found construction to be her new “building” block.  Melody oversees the operational functions in the office which keeps her hopping, and she has made many lasting relationships with customers, contractors, and vendors alike over the years. When she is not at the office, she enjoys time with her family, visiting Amish country, playing with her dog, Annie, and traveling to country music concerts. Melody holds an Associate’s degree in Liberal Arts and Financial Services from SUNY Broome and is now attending Excelsior College in pursuit of her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Karen Lounsberry

Associate Office Manager

Karen is our Associate Office Manager, and she deftly handles all payroll, accounts payable, and other accounting and administrative functions with ease. She is enjoying the ever-changing, busy-ness of the company as well as being a part of the construction industry for the first time. Karen has assisted in making some important changes to our accounting operations which has been helpful as we continue to grow and take on larger projects. She enjoys reading, exercising, trying new dry reds, and looks forward to traveling more in the years to come. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University with many years of accounting experience.

Rachel Salinas

Receptionist

Rachel is our receptionist here at Marchuska Companies, and she brings a cheerful and positive attitude to the office as “the face of Marchuska”. She excels in customer service, and you can always expect a friendly face when you walk into our main office in Endicott with her at the front desk. She handles all communication with our commercial properties, and keeps the paperwork organized so that everyone else can do what they need to. When she’s not working, you can usually find her outside, riding her blue bike or exploring. She also enjoys painting, square dancing, and is always up for any adventure. Rachel graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute in the Adirondacks with a degree in theological studies.

Kyle Johnson

Estimator

When you need an estimate for a project, our Estimator, Kyle, is the man for the job. He is a leading estimator in the greater Binghamton area, giving the client an accurate projected cost, timetable, and job expectation, compiling data, and bidding on many high profile projects. He has a background in carpentry, with significant experience in new construction and renovations. Kyle enjoys long, romantic walks on the beach, drinking Busch light, spending time with his daughter, and living his life to the fullest. He holds a degree in Construction Technology from SUNY Alfred, specializing in project management, estimating, project coordinating, and building solutions.

Don Middendorf

Project Manager

Don is a Project Manager here at MBC, and he comes to us with 30 years of experience in the construction industry. He is able to handle the high-pressure nature of the job with calm and decisiveness, and leads by example. He has worked with contractors and construction suppliers for many years, and now brings that expertise to MBC. When Don isn’t on the job site, he enjoys playing horseshoes in the league he is president of, and spending time with his family.

Rob

Project Manager

Rob is one of our Project Managers here at MBC, and is also a LEED AP certified Architect. We are excited to offer the in-house capabilities and skill set of an AIA Architect to our ongoing commercial projects. Rob spent 6 years in the US Army obtaining the rank of Sergeant, and worked for a National Homes builder and several Architecture Firms in Illinois as a Project Manager. He specializes in solving complex problems with simplified solutions, and has jumped into our oper ations here with both feet. In his spare time, Rob enjoys fishing and the outdoors, as well as science fiction, target shooting, and going to the movies. He has a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Design from The University of Advancing Technology and is currently going to school for his MBA.