Morgan-Keller Construction is a general contracting & construction management firm. M-K's 55-year history is one of growth & flexibility, focused on changing markets & changing client needs. The firm has transitioned from a custom homebuilder to one of the region's largest & most respected commercial builders, with projects throughout MD, PA, VA & WV.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Morgan-Keller Wins Bid for Booking Facility
The Washington County Commissioners on Tuesday accepted a $2.82 million bid from Morgan-Keller Construction to build a central booking facility at the Washington County Detention Center.
The bid from the Frederick, MD based construction company was the lowest of nine bids and was $423,157 below the architect's estimate for the project.
The commissioners voted 4-0 to approve the bid. Commissioner William J. Wivell was absent for the vote.
By reducing the amount of time law enforcement officers spent processing arrests, a central booking facility will keep officers on the street, Washington County Sheriff Douglas W. Mullendore said Tuesday.
The Sheriff's Department budget this year includes money to hire 10 officers to staff the central booking facility.
Construction of the facility is scheduled to take one year.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Congraulations to The Beacon Institute's 2008 GNA Scholarship Recipients
Congratulations to The Beacon Institute's 2008 GNA Scholarship Recipients
Sponsored by Morgan-Keller, Inc.
ABOVE: Felicia Murdock and Iheanyi Mbakwe "Junior", both GNAs at CCRNC Family of Care, receive Beacon GNA Scholarships. Bill Hasson or Morgan-Keller, Inc., on left and Terri Leydown of CCNRC, present the awards to Felicia and Junior (in center).
The Beacon Institute congratulates this year's nine GNA scholarship recipients, representing seven LifeSpan member facilities! Recipients are GNAs who receive $750 to use toward continuing their education. This program, in it's seventh year, would not be possible without the continuing commitment and generosity of Morgan-Keller, Inc., a LifeSpan member and long-standing supporter of Beacon's educational mission.
1. Felicia Murdock, CCNRC Family of Care
2. Iheanyi Mbakwe "Junior", CCNRC Family of Care
3. Emma Linthicum, St. Catherine's Nursing Center
4. Juanita McBeth, Glen Meadows Retirement Community
5. Floria Lowery, Johns Hopkins Bayview Care Center
6. Duatana Vaughn, Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center & Hospital
7. Allan Salita, Glade Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
8. Rebecca Jarc, Glade Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
9. Elizabeth Grimes, Glade Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Pajak Joins M-K’s Columbia Office
Milt Pajak recently joined the Morgan-Keller Construction team as its Business Development Manager for the greater Baltimore area. He has an extensive resume in the construction industry, including experience in both project estimating and preconstruction services.Mr. Pajak will be headquartered in Morgan-Keller’s Columbia, MD office, and will work directly with Tom Sloan, manager Columbia, MD operations, and Raveesh Lnu, estimator. “Having Milt join our team is a real plus for M-K,” notes Sloan. “Milt’s excellent reputation and knowledge of the construction industry will help us to better serve our clients.”
Morgan-Keller Construction is a full-service commercial contractor with offices in Frederick and Columbia, MD. Now in its 53rd year of operation, M-K’s resume of recently completed projects includes office buildings, retail centers, hotels, healthcare/biomedical and the expansion of several senior living facilities.
Morgan-Keller Honored at 2008 ABC Awards
Morgan-Keller’s award winners include:
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Headquarters, Frederick, Maryland
Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Commercial $25 - $100 Million
The Wells Fargo project is a three-story, 310,000 square foot Class-A office building that serves as the new headquarters for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. The eye-catching design features three inter-connected structures connected by “knuckles” or atria that allow the building to curve gently on its site. Extensive use of glass on the main façade and a dramatic two-story main lobby add to the building’s appeal. The facility houses 1,600 workers and includes numerous state-of-the-art amenities, including conference rooms, media rooms, a full-service cafeteria and locker rooms. The Tilt-Up Concrete Association recently recognized the project for its innovative design.Guardian Hose Company, Thurmont, Maryland
Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Pre-Engineered Building
Guardian Hose’s new 14,700 sq. ft. facility is a pre-engineered metal building, with an attractive blend of split-face masonry block and metal cladding. The rear corner of the building features a two-story stair tower capped with a standing seam metal roof. The project included an expansive engine bay with adjoining offices, community room, kitchen and sleeping quarters.Len Stoler Ford, Owings Mills, Maryland
Received Award of Merit for Excellence in Construction – Commercial Under $2 Million
Len Stoler Ford’s expansion and upgrade encompassed 4,200 sq. ft. of space and consisted of a two-story addition housing a suite of executive offices, state-of-the-art conference room and administrative offices. All offices feature extensive custom built-in casework complimented by a variety of high-end finishes. The conference room on the second floor features glass walls and state-of-the-art audio-visual systems.Harvest Bank, Frederick, Maryland
Received Award of Merit for Excellence in Construction – Historical Renovation Under $2 Million.
The Harvest Bank project involved the interior renovation of a 9,000 sq. ft., 150 year old, three-story building in downtown Frederick, Maryland’s historic district. The completed project includes a first floor branch bank, second floor corporate offices, while the third floor is reserved for future office space. While the building’s façade reflects and respects the historic nature of the city, its new amenities very successfully meet the needs of today’s occupants. An excellent blend of the best of the old and the new.Morgan-Keller is one of Maryland’s largest and most respected commercial builders, with offices in Frederick and Columbia.
Morgan-Keller Honored at 2007 ABC Awards
Frederick, MD - Morgan-Keller, Inc. recently received three Excellence in Construction awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors, Cumberland Valley Chapter. “Receiving these awards from our peers is a tribute to Morgan-Keller’s dedication to constructing buildings and structures that are both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing,” said Brad Guyton, President and CEO of Morgan-Keller, Inc. “The awards are a testament to the team members’ hard work and commitment to excellence.”
Morgan-Keller’s award winners include:
Carroll Creek Park, Frederick, Maryland
Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Infrastructure/Heavy Over $1 Million
This project included three distinctive bridges, a public ampitheater, extensive landscaping including raised planters with elaborate brick detailing, numerous water features, and an attractive blend of patterned brick walkways stretching nearly two miles along the promenade. Carroll Creek Park was also recently awarded First Prize in the Outstanding Concrete Craftsmanship Award category by the American Concrete Institute, as well as Outstanding Planning Project by the American Planning Association, Maryland Chapter.
Fairhaven Retirement Community, Sykesville, Maryland
Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Healthcare Over $1 Million
In addition to the rehabilitation of several existing buildings, including a 1,200 sq. ft. Chaplain’s office adjacent to the facility’s chapel, Fairhaven Retirement Community now boasts three new independent living apartment buildings, a 100-space underground parking garage, and a large arts studio, service kitchen, and conference rooms.
Frederick Brick Works, Frederick, Maryland
Received Award of Merit for Excellence in Construction – Pre-Engineered Buildings Over $1 Million
Frederick Brick Works’ new 45,300 sq. ft. warehouse is a pre-engineered metal building with a highly-detailed masonry veneer and an eye-catching standing seam roof. In addition to the warehouse area, the project included a showroom, office space, and a unique outdoor showroom featuring a variety of masonry landscaping products.
Morgan-Keller is one of Maryland’s largest and most respected commercial builders, with offices in Frederick and Columbia.
Morgan-Keller Awarded for Commitment to Safety
“We have a strong commitment to safety at Morgan-Keller,” said Mario Benjamin, Director of Safety, “High safety standards ensure a secure workplace for everyone and cost savings for our customers.” Morgan-Keller enjoys an outstanding safety rating of .71 based on work history and OSHA reports.
Morgan-Keller, Inc. is one of Maryland’s largest and most respected commercial builders whose experience includes hospitals, senior living campuses, warehouses, hotels, office buildings, and retail centers. The firm employs over 250 people full time and has offices in Frederick and Columbia.