SACHSE CONSTRUCTION - Key Persons
Chuck Hundley currently serves as Account Executive and has over 45 years of experience in the construction industry as a Director of Retail Operations and Tenant Coordinator. His extensive experience with the retail, airport, and restaurants sectors has made him a versatile and valuable member of the Sachse Construction team. Prior to joining the team, Chuck also served as President of the Carpenter's Union and headed their apprenticeship program. In his current role, Chuck has successfully overseen many challenging, high-profile projects. It is his logistical approach and commitment to the bottom-line, combined with his keen instincts for developing strategic alliances with clients, business partners, trade partners, regulatory agencies and on-site construction personnel that have proven critical to his success.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR of PRECONSTRUCTION
As Vice President, Director of Preconstruction, Jay McKee oversees the preconstruction services of Sachse Construction's commercial group through lump sum bids, conceptual estimating, budgeting, procurement, constructability, and business development. Additionally, Jay develops and maintains relationships with the local trade partner community to enhance Sachse Construction's customer service experience.
With over 25 years of construction experience, Jay specializes in the commercial, data center, healthcare, retail, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing markets. Jay gained his diverse experience from advancing through field assignments to management positions including business development and operations. He has worked with clients such as Bedrock Detroit, WeWork, Honigman LLP, Amerisure Insurance Company, General Motors, Disney, Hewlett Packard, IBM, Restoration Hardware, The Platform, Fresenius Medical Care, and Henry Ford Health System.
Jay currently resides in Oakland County with his wife and two sons. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, skiing, and participating in Boy Scouts of America activities.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR of / RETAIL CONSTRUCTION
As Vice President, Director of Retail Construction, Jeremy Gershonowicz leads the day-to-day operations of Sachse Construction's retail and food service division. His responsibilities include managing all functions of the division, including estimating, procurement, operations, program management, and tenant coordination. Throughout his career, Jeremy has overseen the construction of millions of square feet in the following key sectors: retail and food service, multi-family, healthcare, office, and hospitality.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT
- Vice President - Engagement
Collaborating across Sachse Construction and Broder Sachse Real Estate, Jill Brack directs a creative and robust annual program schedule that includes social impact initiatives, community and team engagement, and mission-driven strategic partnerships.
Jill spearheads the Sachse Construction Academy, an annual event that has provided a platform for over 5,000 Detroit high school students to learn hands-on about post-secondary skilled trades job opportunities. The program won the 2018 Michigan Governor's Service Award and was also named a finalist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's 2019 Citizens Awards.
She also produces the annual Sachse Play if Foreward Charity Golf Outing and New York-based Sachse Retail Summit, an annual thought leadership event featuring architects, brand executives, founders, and CEOs leading a new era of luxury omnichannel retail.
In addition, Jill leads the team-member based Sachse Social Mission, to support and collaborate with Detroit community-based, not-for-profit organizations aligned with Sachse's youth workforce development mission. In 2021 the committee was awarded the prestigious AGC Community Award for building the volunteer-led, student-designed Academy of Warren playground.
For a decade, Jill produced and marketed blockbuster feature films for director Tim Burton working with A-list actors such as Johnny Depp, Val Kilmer, and Nicole Kidman. While at Warner Bros., she was responsible for the highly successful marketing and consumer products licensing campaigns behind the Batman movie franchise. In Boston, she pioneered the business of high-end "house-flipping" before it became a popular TV genre and, in 2010, founded a gluten-free food brand sold in over 400 natural, gourmet, and specialty markets nationwide, including Whole Foods.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Commercial Operations
As Sachse Construction's Vice President of Commercial Operations, Kevin Blind is responsible for the firm's overall operations including achieving business objectives, meeting customer commitments, and delivering construction projects on time and within budget. A veteran of the construction industry, Kevin joined the Sachse Construction team in 2010. Some of Kevin's notable projects include the renovation of the Madison building, One Woodward, Meridian Health Plan's Headquarters, Federal Mogul Corporation's Headquarters, and the historic buildout of the Detroit Foundation Hotel.
Job Titles:
- CHIEF of STAFF
- the Enterprise in 2013 As the First Special Projects Leader
As Chief of Staff, Lou Goldhaber serves our enterprise of companies as an in-house adviser to help ideate, develop, create, and execute key initiatives and projects throughout our five companies. Lou provides strategic oversight and supports all entity stakeholders in the development of processes and plans which continuously raise the bar for not only The Enterprise but also the real estate and construction industries. Additionally, Lou is responsible for identifying existing processes in need of improvement and providing comprehensive solutions for enhancement. Lou provides leadership, guidance, and the resources necessary to ensure cross-functional teams and managers are supported in their endeavors throughout the five companies.
Lou Goldhaber joined The Enterprise in 2013 as the first Special Projects Leader with responsibilities including owner's representation, project management, and client service. In this role, Lou successfully oversaw the development of many Detroit projects including The Albert - Capitol Park, a 127-unit mixed-use historical redevelopment, and The Scott at Brush Park, a 350,000 square foot 199-unit ground up development. Lou currently sits on the board of directors for The Woodward Society, a real estate organization focused on real estate development in Detroit as well as Hillel of Metro Detroit.
As General Counsel for Sachse Construction, Mark A. Nasr, Esq. provides strategic guidance to our executive leadership team and advises our team members on workplace safety and health practices. With nearly 15 years of construction and litigation experience representing general contractors and other design professionals, Mark guides field team members and leadership on job site documentation best practices and contract negotiations.
Prior to joining the Sachse Construction team, Mark worked at a large national law firm where his practice concentrated on complex litigation matters in state and federal courts and binding arbitration. He is licensed to practice in all Michigan (State and Federal) courts and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Mark is a skilled negotiator backed by a demonstrated history of successful results for clients, from eight-figure construction agreements to seven-figure claim resolutions, and more. His efforts have earned him the recognition of a Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Star in Construction Law each year from 2015 through the time he joined Sachse Construction. Mark has also recently been added to the American Arbitration Association Construction Industry Roster of Arbitrators.
Mark earned both his Bachelor's of Science and Master's of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering. His impressive legal experience, coupled with the unique perspective from his studies make him an invaluable addition to the team. Mark currently resides in Troy with his wife and three children. When he's out of office (and court), he enjoys spending time with family and friends, cheering on local sports teams, and is an active parishioner and board member of his local parish.
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- in 2016 As the Director
- Member of CREW Detroit
Miha Pusta joined Sachse Construction in 2016 as the Director of First Impressions and now serves as Client Services in retail business development. In this role, Miha is responsible for driving new business, developing long-term account strategies, and cultivating relationships with key industry stakeholders.
Miha is an active member of CREW Detroit, and currently sits on their annual golf outing committee. She also attends many networking events hosted by ICSC, SPECS, and Global Shop.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT of PEOPLE, PERKS, and EMPOWERMENT
Myra Ebarb is the Vice President of People, Perks & Empowerment for Sachse Construction and Broder & Sachse Real Estate. Her responsibilities include overseeing all functions of human resources, including team member relations, performance management, training, talent acquisition, benefits/wellness, business process, and diversity/equity & inclusion.
As Chief Financial Officer, Paul D'Ambrosio oversees the finance and accounting functions at Sachse Construction and brings extensive financial and operational leadership experience in the Engineering and Construction industry. Prior to joining the team, Paul was Chief Financial Officer of a construction company in San Francisco where he was a member of the executive management team, responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the firm. A veteran of the industry, Paul has also held senior financial and operations positions at major Engineering and Construction companies.
Paul currently resides in Grosse Pointe and does not miss the long commutes to work. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Villanova University and his Master of Business Administration in Finance from the Rutgers Business School.
Job Titles:
- VICE PRESIDENT
- Certified Property Manager
Richard Broder is a Certified Property Manager (CPM) of the Institute of Real Estate Management. He resides in West Bloomfield, Michigan with his wife and two daughters.
Steve Berlage joined Sachse Construction as President & COO in 2013 and oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm's construction, preconstruction, estimating, finance, and accounting departments. Steve's career has spanned over 40 years across three markets: Chicago, Toronto, and Detroit. His leadership has produced a proven track record of growing a profitable business and expanding into new markets.
Steve earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan in 1982 and is a strong supporter of the Michigan Wolverines on game days. He grew up in Charlevoix, MI and ventures back to his hometown to visit as often as he can.
Todd Sachse is the CEO of Sachse Construction. Todd formed Sachse Construction in 1991 on the foundation of a systematic approach to project management, and the principles of doing the right thing and pursuing excellence by constantly raising the bar. Over the past 30+ years, he has developed a loyal clientele of high-end customers who require detailed expertise in design and construction. As a result, Todd has driven Sachse Construction to successfully complete millions of square feet of commercial, institutional, multifamily, and industrial projects throughout all 50 States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
Todd Sachse founded Sachse Construction in 1991 as a construction management and general contracting firm built on a commitment to excellence and an extraordinary work ethic. This was also the same year we were awarded our first project: Café Jardin at Somerset Collection in Troy, MI.