New Construction: $10 - $25 Million Archives - Excellence in Construction Awards

Calvin Theological Seminary — 3300 Apartments

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

The interior of Calvin Theological Seminary — 3300 Apartments

The utilities for Calvin Theological Seminary — 3300 Apartments

Story

Calvin Theological Seminary — 3300 Apartments is a 4Â½-story residential facility designed to support a growing student population, including students with families. Located within walking distance of the seminary, the project delivers safe, affordable housing while fostering community through thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Integrated Architecture

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: November 2025

Final contract value: $19,717,000

Project manager’s name: Daryl Johnson

Superintendent’s name(s): Tim Boot, Joe Phillips

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 8.50%

MLK Park Community Center

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

The MLK Park Community Center redevelopment in Grand Rapids delivered a new 28,000 SF community lodge and modern pool house, creating year-round opportunities for the community. The $15 million project includes fitness spaces, a gymnasium, event areas, playground improvements, and outdoor fitness loops, providing a vibrant, durable community hub for generations to come.

Facts

Submitter: Erhardt Construction

Architect: Isaac V. Norris & Associates, P.C.

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2026

Final contract value: $15,004,000

Project manager’s name: Karli Jackson

Superintendent’s name(s): Lorenzo Brown

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

John Ball Zoo — Otter Habitat

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

Pioneer Construction built a new otter exhibit that serves as the first animal experience for zoo visitors. The project includes animal habitats, pools, streams, and waterfalls, an Otter Care Building and Life Support Systems facility with geothermal heating, underwater viewing areas, and sustainable design elements integrated throughout the site.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: TESSERE

Size: 13,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2026

Final contract value: $11,500,000

Project manager’s name: Bret Hoeks

Superintendent’s name(s): Josh Hagstrom

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 8%

Lofts at Lumber Square

eicawardsdev on April 23, 2026

Story

Wolverine Construction led the development of Lofts at Lumber Square, a 60-unit workforce housing community designed to expand access to high-quality living in Northern Michigan—delivering attainable housing for individuals and families earning up to 120% of the Area Median Income.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Construction

Architect: Hooker DeJong

Size: 68,724 SF

Location: Petoskey, MI

Date contract completed: December 2025

Final contract value: $13,400,000

Project manager’s name: Ryan Supplee, Kaylee Dillard

Superintendent’s name(s): Troy DeVormer, Michael Franzeca

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 6%

Gentex Discovery Preschool

eicawardsdev on April 23, 2026

Story

The Gentex Discovery Preschool is a first-of-its-kind, nature-based, corporate-sponsored onsite childcare center. The state-of-the-art 55,200 SF campus leverages nature-based learning to guide its educational principles and considers the holistic needs of Gentex employees and their families.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: InterActive Studio

Size: 55,200 SF

Location: Zeeland, MI

Date contract completed: September 2025

Final contract value: $20,700,000

Project manager’s name: Jim Smith

Superintendent’s name(s): Steve Vork

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

SEKISUI Voltek — Endeavor

eicawardsdev on April 23, 2026

Story

SEKISUI Voltek — Endeavor is a 48,154 SF manufacturing facility built adjacent to an active Coldwater, Michigan campus. Delivered by AVB as construction manager, the project was completed while operations continued uninterrupted and will increase production capacity by 20%.

Facts

Submitter: AVB

Architect: Abonmarche

Location: Coldwater, MI

Date contract completed: June 2025

Final contract value: $16,390,000

Project manager’s name: Ben Lawson

Superintendent’s name(s): AJ Sheffer

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

WINNER: BluePearl Pet Hospital

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Story

The 25,000 SF building exterior consists of masonry, metal panels, and glass. There is an outside patio for employees to use for lunches and breaks. The interior is designed as a high-end pet care facility. It includes a large waiting and reception area, administrative support areas, a locker room, a breakroom, conference spaces, exam rooms, surgical and operating rooms, procedure rooms, a CT scan, and an MRI room. The project was completed within the 10-month schedule and stayed on budget. All construction was completed to achieve high-end pet care needs, including epoxy floors throughout much of the space for cleanability, durable Midmark cabinets with solid surface countertops, overhead surgical light fixtures as needed, and medical gas and vacuum systems throughout the space to meet procedural and operating needs. The project was constructed over the winter months, so temporary heat was needed to provide a workable construction environment. Regular quality meetings and inspections were performed by the FCI team to ensure the project was built according to plans and specifications.

Facts

Submitter: First Companies, Inc.

Architect: R2 Design Group

Size: 24,889 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $11,881,000

Project manager’s name: Jason Beeke

Superintendent’s name(s): Scott Steenwyk

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

Interchange Distribution Center II

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

exterior of the interchange distribution center

Story

The Interchange Distribution Center II in Holland, MI, is a newly constructed, pre-engineered metal building designed for warehouse, distribution, and office use. The Design-Build approach ensured an efficient layout, maximizing racking space, and optimizing inbound and outbound product flow for seamless operations.

Facts

Submitter: Journey Construction Group

Architect: J. Andrew Baer Architect

Size: 28,1775 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $14,027,000

Project manager’s name: Brent Balkema

Superintendent’s name(s): Brandon Hill

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 9.3%

Special Olympics Michigan — Unified Sports & Inclusion Center

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Story

A former high school is now the world’s largest dedicated Special Olympics facility. The Unified Sports & Inclusion Center supports 20,000 athletes statewide, offering inclusive sports, wellness, and training programs, and houses 10 nonprofits. The outdoor complex boasts tracks, fields, bocce courts, pickleball, and more—all built to champion inclusion.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Fishbeck, Mathison | Mathison Architects

Size: 43,5000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $13,500,000

Project manager’s name: David Dahlquist

Superintendent’s name(s): Jan Beerthuis

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