Meet the Team

Greg Kunkle
Chief Executive & President
Greg brings 24 years of experience to Patriot Construction. His broad range of experience spans from out of the ground construction, interior tenant fit outs and both private and public projects. Greg handles all of the Pre-Construction and estimating services for the company as well as Business Development. He holds a BS in Construction Management Technology from Spring Garden College.
Colleen Murphy
Vice President
Building on over 20 years of professional experience with DOW Chemical, Colleen offers a wealth of knowledge and organizational skills that she applies to Patriot as the Office Manager and Human Resources representative. Her attention to detail allows her to help support the project management team and office personnel through all phases of the process from pre-construction, submittals, to project close-out. Colleen’s work experience and expertise make her a great asset to the Patriot team.
Jim Papagno
Vice President of Operations
Jim brings over 30 years of construction experience and over 25 years of experience managing multifaceted Government IDIQ, JOC and Saber term contracts. Jim handles the Pre-Construction, estimating and oversees project management for all of our government/public contracts. He holds a BS in Industrial & Engineering Management from Widener University.
Garett O’Neill
Vice President of Construction

Garett’s diverse background includes more than 20 years in both construction and facilities management. Having worked on both the contractor and owner sides of the construction industry, he’s gained a unique perspective and developed a collaborative, problem-solving attitude. His varied experience allows him to provide thoughtful and professional service to clients and building management partners. Garett earned a BS in Civil Engineering at Lafayette University.

Justin Miner
Project Manager
Justin is a valuable asset to Patriot Construction and assists our whole team in all facets of construction. His main focus and role is working with our GSA team on our Government IDIQ contracts. Justin’s duties include pre-construction services, project management and construction closeouts. He holds a BS in Construction Technology from Millersville University.
Jay Hartman
Project Manager

During Jay’s extensive project management career he has worked representing contractors as well as owners. His ability to manage key projects is based on the intentional and detailed partnering with key stakeholders, contributing to company projects being delivered within budget and schedule expectations. Jay holds a BS in Building Construction Management from Purdue University.

Richard Brazukas Jr.
Project Manager
Rich’s proficiency in coordinating and managing schedules and budgets provides our clients with efficiencies on every project he oversees. With more than seven years experience as a Project Manager, he is skilled in the setup and execution of contracts, budgeting, and cost allocation analysis. Rich holds a BAA in Accounting from La Salle University.
Gregory Kunkle Jr.
North Carolina Division Manager

Greg began his professional career with a six-year tenure in the U.S. Navy, where he gained valuable skills and leadership experience. Following his service, Greg worked for a top government contractor and also as a Project Manager in the Metrology/Engineering industry. Greg joined Patriot Construction in 2023 and opened the company’s Charlotte, NC office in 2024.

Robert Casaletto
Electrical Project Manager
Overseeing the electrical needs of every Patriot Construction project, Rob has more than four decades of experience. His career comprises commercial and residential work, and managing a team of 34 for the largest home builder in New Jersey. Rob’s responsibilities include all estimating and purchasing for the electric division.
Tom Schultz
Senior Superintendent

Tom has 25 years of experience in the construction industry. He owned his own carpentry company for 12 years. Tom brings the experience, knowledge and the creative know how on how to keep a project on schedule. His hard work and determination makes him a great asset to Patriot Construction.

Nathan Harder
Superintendent
Nate has been in the construction industry for nearly 15 years. As Superintendent, his project responsibilities encompass coordination of construction teams and schedules, and maintaining adherence to safety protocols and regulations. Nate has a special expertise in commercial and industrial buildings.
Nico Sharkoski
Estimator

As Estimator, Nico plays an integral role in Patriot’s bidding process. Whether it’s communicating with subcontractors or making site visits, Nico utilizes his skillset to deliver pricing proposals on time and on budget. He holds a BS in Business Administration with a focus in contract management and acquisitions from Strayer University.

Elaine Mealy
Controller
As Controller, Elaine plays an integral role in all accounting operational functions. With a varied career in the construction industry, she is perfectly poised to manage her department. She is involved in Patriot’s payroll, accounting, cash management, and all other financial duties. She earned a BS from The College of New Jersey.
Deborah Walls
Accounts Payable Specialist

Deborah brings over 30 years of accounts payable experience to the table. Her current duties include working with subcontractors, creating contracts and purchase orders, and supporting the overall Accounting department. Her experience reigns from a variety of jobs over the years from clerk to supervisory positions. Deborah earned a BA from Ashford University. On the weekends, she enjoys being an active grandmother to two lively grandchildren.

Mackenzie Kunkle
Business Development and Marketing Manager

Mackenzie’s background in social media management and public relations allows her to apply a strategic mindset to every task she tackles. Whether it’s scheduling social media campaigns, corresponding with clients, or exciting marketing initiatives, her written and oral communication skills are an asset to Patriot. She applies her knowledge of the latest marketing tactics to ensure that Patriot stays relevant in today’s digital age. Mackenzie earned a BA in Communications & Specialization in Strategic Communication and Public Relations from Rutgers University. Mackenzie@patriotconstruction.com