structural steel Archives - Excellence in Construction Awards

Dairy Distillery Alliance — Constantine Distillery Rack

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

This highly specialized distillation rack will convert dairy byproduct into 2.3 million gallons of ethanol fuel annually, supporting renewable energy and reducing environmental impact. Despite complex logistics and harsh winter conditions, the skilled seven-person crew completed installation in just 21 days.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Praj Industries

Size: 3,600 SF

Location: Constantine, MI

Date contract completed: January 2026

Final contract value: $700,000

Project manager’s name: Jeff Boot, Aaron Raha

Superintendent’s name(s): Brad Ellens, Matt Danders

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

Acrisure Amphitheater

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

Pioneer Construction coordinated erection of the 3,130-ton steel canopy and outhouses at the Acrisure Amphitheater, spanning roughly 60,000 SF. Work included connection detailing, equipment planning, shoring tower coordination, and erection sequencing.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: Progressive Companies

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: July 2025

Final contract value: $5,542,000

Project manager’s name: Warren Potter

Superintendent’s name(s): Twig Terwilliger, Mike Herweyer

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

Rollon® by Timken

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Interior view of an office conference room with a conference table and window on the right side

Interior office view showing three desks and a large window overlooking a parking lot

Wide interior view of a large industrial building

Aerial view of Rollon by Timken facility showing the parking lot

Close-up view of the Rollon by Timken facility

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: 147,000 SF

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%

WINNER: Pine Rest — Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Exterior view of steel beams of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Exterior view of a parking lot of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Exterior view of a parking lot and building of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Aerial view of steel of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Exterior view of a partially completed building and surrounding dirt construction area

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: 136,000 SF

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

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Exterior shot of the side of Grand Rapids Public Museum

A closer exterior shot of the side of Grand Rapids Public Museum

Exterior shot of the of the Grand Rapids Public Museum

Aerial view of the Grand Rapids Public Museum with the Grand Rapids landscape in the background

Aerial view of the nearly completed addition

Aerial view of the Grand Rapids Public Museum with construction equipment in use

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: 10,000 SF

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%

WINNER: Otter Air Services – Hangar & Corporate Office

eicawardsdev on June 28, 2024

A welder works inside the Otter Air Services Hangar & Corporate Office

Cranes erect the structural steel at the Otter Air Services Hangar & Corporate Office

Inside the Otter Air Services Hangar & Corporate Office

Story

FCC Construction, selected for its structural steel expertise, successfully delivered an exceptional hangar project that surpassed expectations. With complex heavy steelwork spanning 125 FT, a 300-ton crane ensured ample capacity. Despite challenges such as airport logistics, safety remained paramount, with zero injuries recorded during the 8,000 self-performed labor hours.

Facts

Submitter: FCC Construction Inc.

Architect: Integrated Architecture

Size: 40,000 SF

Title: Otter Air Services – Hangar & Corporate Office

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2023

Final contract value: $2,500,000

Project manager’s name: Mark Deblaay

Superintendent’s name(s): Todd Kortenhoven

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

H.T. Hackney

eicawardsdev on June 28, 2024

Inside the new H.T. Hackney distribution center

The loading docks at the new H.T. Hackney distribution center

Story

The HT Hackney Company dry-goods and freezer addition is a design/build multi-phase expansion. Technically advanced 16 truck bays replace and expand shipping and receiving capacity. Employee areas feature lockers, restrooms and offices.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Dan Vos Construction Company

Size: 120,000 SF

Title: H.T. Hackney

Location: Wyoming, MI

Date contract completed: March 2024

Final contract value: $21,941,000

Project manager’s name: Jeff Boot

Superintendent’s name(s): Nick Rempalski

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

Grand Valley State University – Little Mac Bridge

eicawardsdev on June 28, 2024

The finished repairs, support, and enclosure for GVSU's Little Mac Bridge

Story

Erection scope included making needed structural repairs to the 204 FT long pedestrian bridge and addition of a steel enclosure.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Title: Grand Valley State University – Little Mac Bridge

Location: Allendale, MI

Date contract completed: July 2023

Final contract value: $950,000

Project manager’s name: Warren Potter

Superintendent’s name(s): Mike Herweyer

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

Corewell Health – Ambulatory Building

eicawardsdev on June 28, 2024

The structural steel for the Corewell Ambulatory Building

Story

Pioneer Construction erected approximately 2,000 tons of steel for Corewell Health’s new twelve-story ambulatory building which includes a four-story connector bridge.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Title: Corewell Health – Ambulatory Building

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: November 2023

Final contract value: $1,700,000

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%