Herrick District Library — Main Branch

Story

A complete re-imagining of a cornerstone in the Holland community, equipping library with new study rooms, maker space, and children’s zones. A three-story floating staircase with natural light and a fireplace reading nook became the heart of the project, combining accessibility, creativity, and craftsmanship in a vibrant community centerpiece.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: Lakewood Construction

Title: Herrick District Library — Main Branch

Size: 72,291 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value:  $5,560,000 

Project manager’s name: Mat Wedeven

Superintendent’s name(s): Aaron Kelly

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 15%

Lexington School Apartments

Story

The Lexington School Apartments transformed the 1915 school into 39 affordable senior homes. After years of stalled project plans, CarbonSix Construction committed to collaborate on creative solutions, delivering a restored historic landmark that met the owner’s vision, blending innovation and lasting community impact.

Facts

Submitter: CarbonSix Construction

Architect: M+A Design

Size: N/A

Title: Lexington School Apartments

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $9,946,000 

Project manager’s name: Mark Stauffer

Superintendent’s name(s): Jon Brechtelsbauer

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 22%

Rollon® by Timken

Story

Wolverine completed a 147,000 SF manufacturing facility for Rollon® by Timken, designed to produce linear motion systems. The facility includes custom machining mill foundations, loading docks, and office spaces with natural lighting. The project was finished within a nine-month schedule to meet production goals.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 147000 SF

Title: Rollon® by Timken

Location: Norton Shores, MI

Date contract completed: January 2025

Final contract value: $4,034,000

Project manager’s name: Justin Monson & Trevor Campbell

Superintendent’s name(s): Matt Smith

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 35%

FCIP South Park — Phase II

Story

FCIP South Park was designed by Wolverine’s architects and erected by their steel crew. With 252,000 SF of warehouse and 14 loading docks, it is designed to be expandable to 500,000 SF Interior portal frames accommodate FCIP’s wide footprint, which maximizes space on a unique parcel.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 252000 SF

Title: FCIP South Park — Phase II

Location: Battle Creek, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value:  $14,000,000 

Project manager’s name: Daniel Zilzer

Superintendent’s name(s): Dave DeWaard

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

Pine Rest — Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Story

Pioneer Construction completed the structural steel erection for the Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, a 136,000 SF facility in Grand Rapids. The multi-wing design required careful crane coordination and close collaboration with other trades to meet schedule demands while maintaining safety and precision on site.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: BWBR

Size: 136000 SF

Title: Pine Rest — Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $479,000 

Project manager’s name: Warren Potter

Superintendent’s name(s): Dan Smith

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

Grand Rapids Public Museum — Phase I

Story

Pioneer Construction erected 20 tons of structural steel for the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s expansion. Tight access near the Grand River demanded careful coordination, but Pioneer’s team delivered on schedule, supporting a major investment in community, accessibility, and the future of this landmark cultural destination.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: TowerPinkster

Size: 10000 SF

Title: Grand Rapids Public Museum — Phase I

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value: $150,000 

Project manager’s name: Dean Hawkins

Superintendent’s name(s): Mike Herweyer

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

Children’s Healing Center

Story

Erhardt transformed a former college building into the Children’s Healing Center’s new headquarters, creating a safe, engaging space for immunocompromised children. The project included renovated play areas, a gym, café, and offices, with a hospital-grade HVAC system ensuring clean air. Early collaboration ensured a smooth design-build process.

Facts

Submitter: Erhardt Construction

Architect: Diekema Hamann

Size: 15000 SF

Title: Children’s Healing Center

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $4,800,000 

Project manager’s name: Taggart Town

Superintendent’s name(s): Doug O’Dell

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 13%

DeWys Metal Solutions

Story

DeWys Metal Solutions, a locally owned sheet metal fabricator and manufacturing company, nearly tripled the size of their Marne, MI, headquarters with this expansion and renovation. The added space houses a C-suite to consolidate DeWys’ leadership team, as well as new conference rooms and upgraded work stations.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 12000 SF

Title: DeWys Metal Solutions

Location: Marne, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $4,700,000 

Project manager’s name: Mike Beuschel

Superintendent’s name(s): Howard Gilbert

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 20%

Gimme’s Par and Grill

Story

Rockford transformed a vacant downtown Grand Rapids building into a unique restaurant and bar with state-of-the-art golf simulators. The venue, with a 350-person capacity, features two simulators on the first floor and seven upstairs, plus options for virtual sports and games like soccer, tennis, and zombie dodgeball.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Rockford

Size: 19619 SF

Title: Gimme’s Par and Grill

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $3,900,000

Project manager’s name: Michael Thelen

Superintendent’s name(s): Brent Satterlee

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 15%

Western Michigan University — Stadium Club

Story

Western Michigan University’s Stadium Club transforms a seasonal suite into a year-round venue for donor engagement and university events. Blending contemporary design, sustainability, and accessibility, the space honors Waldo Stadium’s legacy while supporting the university’s advancement goals with flexible seating, premium finishes, and panoramic views of campus and field.

Facts

Submitter: AVB

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 3250 SF

Title: Western Michigan University — Stadium Club

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value:  $3,600,000 

Project manager’s name: Bob Lopez

Superintendent’s name(s): Clay Stull & CJ Noble

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