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Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

eicawardsdev on April 30, 2026

The exterior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The exterior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The exterior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The exterior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Story

The Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health is a state-of-the-art facility designed and constructed to specifically meet the behavioral health needs of Michigan kids. This facility will expand access to behavioral health services statewide, meeting the needs of pediatric patients and their families, and ensuring children receive timely services.

Facts

Submitter: EV Construction

Architect: BWBR

Size: 136,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2026

Final contract value: $8,327,000

Project manager’s name: Matt Harburn, Layna O’Connor, Hannah Thurlow

Superintendent’s name(s): Ryan Fuller, Ryan Bouman, Corey Richards

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 100%

Amway Corporation — The Commons

eicawardsdev on April 30, 2026

The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons
The interior of the Amway Corporation — The Commons

Story

The Amway Commons project required exceptional precision, coordination, and craftsmanship. Complex framing, multiple Fry Reglet profiles, radius walls, integrated lighting, and level five finishes demanded exact tolerances and flawless trade coordination. The team delivered a refined, visually seamless interior that exemplifies construction excellence.

Facts

Submitter: Ritsema Associates

Location: Ada, MI

Date contract completed: October 2025

Final contract value: $2,747,000

Project manager’s name: Wayne Monson

Superintendent’s name(s): Matt Bunting

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 30%

City of Grand Rapids — Amphitheater Parking

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The construction of City of Grand Rapids — Amphitheater Parking
The construction of City of Grand Rapids — Amphitheater Parking
The construction of City of Grand Rapids — Amphitheater Parking

Story

The Acrisure Parking Ramp included erection of 461 precast pieces, some weighing up to 85,000 pounds. Despite a tight site with no laydown area, 282 truckloads were efficiently coordinated. Using a strategically placed 330-ton crawler crane, the team completed erection in 42 days with minimal weather delays.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: Progressive Companies

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: July 2025

Final contract value: $6,710,000

Project manager’s name: Dean Hawkins

Superintendent’s name(s): Kenny Jones, John Morris

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 100%

Belding Wastewater Treatment Plant

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

The City of Belding and surrounding areas needed to upgrade to a new mechanical-style wastewater treatment plant in 2026, due to increasing demands and new PFAS regulations, after previously treating wastewater via lagoon style since 1965.

Facts

Submitter: DHE Plumbing and Mechanical

Architect: Fleis&Vandenbrink

Size: 36,800 SF

Location: Belding, MI

Date contract completed: February 2026

Final contract value: $9,400,000

Project manager’s name: Josh Heyboer

Superintendent’s name(s): Jared Snyder, Gord Drum

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 95%

City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower
The piping for the City of Wyoming Clean Water Plant — Activated Sludge Blower

Story

This state-of-the-art upgrade to the City of Wyoming blower system allows the plant to process and break down waste and sludge more effectively. This system is one of only a few installed around the US aiming to help maximize efficiency and be more user-friendly.

Facts

Submitter: DHE Plumbing and Mechanical

Architect: Donahue & Associates

Size: 7,500 SF

Location: Grandville, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $3,100,000

Project manager’s name: Tim Terborg

Superintendent’s name(s): Brad Rillema, Nick Miller

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 60%

Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid
The exterior of the Michigan Milk Producers Association — Ovid

Story

Van Dyken Mechanical installed cooling and steam systems for the MMPA Ovid Process Addition, including rooftop chillers and an 800-foot high-pressure steam main to support expanded dairy processing operations.

Facts

Submitter: Van Dyken Mechanical, Inc.

Architect: Excel Engineering

Location: Ovid, MI

Date contract completed: April 2026

Final contract value: $7,874,000

Project manager’s name: Jeff Dickman

Superintendent’s name(s): Kyle Hulst

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 100%

St. Robert Catholic School

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

First Companies worked together with St. Robert of Newminster to overcome the challenges of construction during the busy school year. Students and staff at St. Robert Catholic School are now enjoying a new full-size gym with a concert stage, locker rooms, gathering areas, office space, restrooms, and classrooms.

Facts

Submitter: First Companies, Inc.

Architect: AMDG Architects

Location: Ada, MI

Date contract completed: December 2025

Final contract value: $12,859,000

Project manager’s name: Josh Reynolds

Superintendent’s name(s): Manny Plascencia, Griffin Nowell, Mick Volkhardt

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 0%

Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The interior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The exterior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St
The exterior of Foxtail Coffee — Eastown Wealthy St

Story

First Companies was able to transform an 80-year-old dilapidated building off Wealthy Street into a charming new coffee spot. While this complicated renovation was full of challenges, the team was able to deliver another beautiful space to Foxtail Coffee!

Facts

Submitter: First Companies, Inc.

Architect: Dixon Architecture

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: May 2025

Final contract value: $1,035,000

Project manager’s name: Matt Zimmerman

Superintendent’s name(s): Brandon Monreal

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 0%

Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore — DreamLab

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The interior of the Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore — DreamLab
The interior of the Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore — DreamLab
The interior of the Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore — DreamLab

Story

The new Girl Scout DreamLab is an accessible, state-of-the-art space designed to strengthen the organization’s presence in Grand Rapids. The DreamLab features flexible, technology-rich areas including a STEMLab, podcast studio, and open program zone. The project included demolition, new interior walls and finishes, and MEP upgrades.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Rockford

Size: 7,321 SF

Location: Kentwood, MI

Date contract completed: November 2025

Final contract value: $1,100,000

Project manager’s name: Nick Trapp

Superintendent’s name(s): Jodan Zachary

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 43%

Contract Dewatering Services Inc.

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The exterior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.
The interior of Contract Dewatering Services Inc.

Story

The Contract Dewatering office renovation transformed a dated, inefficient office into a modern, functional workspace while expanding and improving the adjacent warehouse and shop. This project required careful coordination to maintain business operations, adapt to unexpected site conditions, and deliver custom, high-quality finishes tailored to the owner’s vision.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Dan Vos Construction Company

Location: Saranac, MI

Date contract completed: October 2025

Final contract value: $2,374,000

Project manager’s name: Scott Walters

Superintendent’s name(s): Ryan Boluyt

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 25%