Project Awards Archives - Page 19 of 39 - Excellence in Construction Awards

Rockford Public Schools — Edgerton Trails Elementary

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students at tables inside elementary school

students walking the hallway in the school

Story

O-A-K built Edgerton Trails Elementary, an 80,000 SF K–5 educational facility addressing modern learning challenges through innovative design. The project features STEM labs, adaptable studios, collaborative zones, and outdoor classrooms. Construction balanced natural light with security, integrated technology infrastructure, and created spaces supporting both individual study and group learning.

Facts

Submitter: Owen-Ames-Kimball Co.

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 80,055 SF

Location: Rockford, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $24,800,000

Project manager’s name: Rob Gulliver

Superintendent’s name(s): Jared Gauss & Carlos Garcia

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

EHTC

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interior office space of the EHTC building in Ada

Story

EHTC enlisted Rockford to build a new, three-story headquarters in downtown Ada. The first two floors are comprised of general office space, collaboration areas, and large meeting rooms, while the third floor features a lounge and kitchen area with a private golf simulator and access to a rooftop patio.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Dixon Architecture

Size: 20,000 SF

Location: Ada, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $6,200,000

Project manager’s name: David Dahlquist

Superintendent’s name(s): Greg Wallin

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

WINNER: Lakeshore Advantage — The Next Center

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exterior look of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

interior look at hallway and staircase of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

interior space of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

interior meeting space of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

interior meeting room of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

interior ceiling of the Lakeshore Advantage The Next Center

Story

The Next Center fulfills a long-term vision of the Holland SmartZone. The 20,000 SF facility is owned and operated by Lakeshore Advantage, the economic development organization servicing Ottawa and Allegan counties. Dubbed the “Next Center,” it houses a business incubator, community education space, and the organization’s new headquarters.

Facts

Submitter: EV Construction

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 20,000 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value: $9,000,000

Project manager’s name: Curt Hielke & Abby Leatherman

Superintendent’s name(s): Doug Eddy & Joe Shashaguay Jr.

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

Caledonia Community Schools — Cal Community Center

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Story

The YMCA and Caledonia Community Schools teamed up to create a unique athletic complex featuring pools, a gym, fitness spaces, childcare, and community rooms. With everything from a splash pad to a chapel and indoor track, it is a true hub for wellness, recreation, and connection in the community.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Stantec

Size: 47,000 SF

Location: Caledonia, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $30,200,000

Project manager’s name: Ryan Ramey

Superintendent’s name(s): Adam Koorndyk

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

U-Haul Moving & Storage — Alpine Ave

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interior storage units with orange doors of U-Haul Moving & Storage Alpine Ave

exterior of U-Haul Moving & Storage Alpine Ave

Story

The three-story new U-Haul Moving & Storage on Alpine Ave. includes a packing bay, daylit hallway with storage units, elevator lift, supply retail center, and bright orange accents as part of U-Haul’s inviting branding.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Pure Architects, Comprehensive Engineering

Size: 12,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $5,952,000

Project manager’s name: Tim Jones

Superintendent’s name(s): Scott Duursma

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 28%

UHS & Trinity Health MI — Southridge Behavioral Hospital

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Story

Southridge Behavioral Hospital will accommodate up to 96 beds, serving adult and geriatric patients. It will employ approximately 170 full-time and part-time staff. Programming will be tailored to individual patient needs, with core psychiatric services and counseling, supplemented with art therapy, music therapy, and outdoor activities.

Facts

Submitter: EV Construction

Architect: Stengel Hill

Size: 73,500 SF

Location: Byron Center, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $36,100,000

Project manager’s name: Jared Andersen, Julie Cole-Bouwens, & Dan Behler

Superintendent’s name(s): Dan Jenema & Garret Veenstra

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 5%

Resthaven — The Farmstead

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Exterior aerial view of Resthaven — The Farmstead

Exterior view of cotttages and homes at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Exterior of pond at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of dining area at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior breakfast shot of Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior wide shot of the kitchen area of Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of dining area of Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of a bedroom option at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of living area and kitchen area of Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of common area with large ceilings and open space at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Interior shot of salon style room featuring sinks, mirrors and chair at Resthaven — The Farmstead

Story

This new senior living development consists of 80 independent living apartments, 24 assisted living units, 24 cottage units, a commons building, and all associated infrastructure. The development offers many amenities for all to enjoy, including underground parking, state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor dining facilities, wellness programs, walking paths, and more.

Facts

Submitter: EV Construction

Architect: THW Design

Size: 267,680 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $67,600,000

Project manager’s name: Brett Lesiewicz, Nick Novakoski, & Hannah Thurlow

Superintendent’s name(s): EJ Calloway, Parker Slagh, Scott Wondergem, Ryan Geurink, & Brian Piper

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 18%

Corewell Health — Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

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Group infusion update at Corewell Health Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

Nourishment area at Corewell Health Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

Nurse station at Corewell Health Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

private infusion area at Corewell Health Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

Reception area at Corewell Health Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

Story

The Corewell Health — Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic project involved transforming an administrative office space into a new, state-of-the-art specialty care clinic. The initiative expands services to support the growing need for pediatric patient care and brings all related services into one convenient location.

Facts

Submitter: Granger Construction

Architect: HKS

Size: 16,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $8,223,000

Project manager’s name: Kurt Kersjes

Superintendent’s name(s): Brock Painter

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

Tall Timbers at Greenspire

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Interior clubroom at the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

Interior bathroom at the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

Story

Tall Timbers is a luxury apartment community in Portage, Michigan, rooted in nature. Built on a revitalized brownfield, it features green roofs, underground parking, and elegant design. Surrounded by trees and a natural wetland, it blends sustainability with modern living, while honoring the land’s character and history.

Facts

Submitter: AVB

Architect: Progressive Companies

Size: 254,000 SF

Location: Portage, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $48,000,000

Project manager’s name: Derek Mathieu

Superintendent’s name(s): Mark Kirshman

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

Greenland Advanced Oral Care

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Interior meeting room at the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

Interior kitchen at the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

Interior hallway of the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

exterior of the Greenland Advanced Oral Care building

Story

As a repeat client, Greenland Advanced Oral Care (GAOC) trusted First Companies to construct their new state-of-the-art 11,000 SF oral care facility. After outgrowing their last building, GAOC now has a beautiful new space that not only meets their current needs but also offers ample room for expansion.

Facts

Submitter: First Companies, Inc.

Architect: Dixon Architecture

Size: 11,742 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $3,592,000

Project manager’s name: Jason Beeke

Superintendent’s name(s): Dillon Love

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