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Grand Rapids Breaks Ground on new Division Avenue Fire Station

After 37 years without adding any buildings, construction is underway on a second new building for the Grand Rapids Fire Department and work on a third will begin soon. City…

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Projects

Elite Field Service Celebrates Ribbon Cutting

On Friday, June 6th, friends, family, and team members of Elite Field Service gathered to commemorate the completion of their new headquarters in Wayland, Michigan. EV Construction is proud…

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EV Construction Named 2025 Best and Brightest Company to work for

For the 18th consecutive year, EV Construction has been named a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in West Michigan! Only companies that distinguish themselves as having the…

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People

Building Our Future: Promotions and Team Advancements at EV

We’re incredibly proud to announce several well-deserved promotions and role changes that will strengthen our self-performed operations and continue to drive our success. Matt Harburn Promoted to Director of Self-Performed…

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Celebrating 80 Years of Building

This month, EV Construction proudly marked a major milestone—80 years of building spaces that matter and relationships that last. What began in 1945 as Elzinga & Volkers, a local…

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Projects

Universal Health Services and Trinity Health Michigan Hold Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting for the New Southridge Behavioral Hospital

Southridge Behavioral Hospital, the joint venture partnership between Universal Health Services and Trinity Health Michigan, held a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Wednesday, May 21st. The new Southridge Behavioral Hospital, located…

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Projects

Wolverine Worldwide Unveils Renovated Global Headquarters in West Michigan

Wolverine World Wide, Inc. announced a major renovation of its global headquarters located in Rockford, Michigan. This investment is part of the company’s continued efforts to modernize facilities, centralize…

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People, Press Releases

EV Construction CEO Mike Novakoski co-authors new book, Right-Brain Justified, focusing on people-centered leadership

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 15, 2025 – “Right-Brain Justified: Scaling Cultures Through Unmistakable Leaders,” a new book by West Michigan CEOs Mike Novakoski and Rob Dwortz, reveals how relationship-first…

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A Sneak Peek at Pine Rest's New Pediatric Center

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4) – Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health is bringing some much-needed treatment and services for children and their families. Construction is well underway…

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People, Projects

Tommy’s Express Car Wash Celebrates Grand Opening in Coldwater, Michigan

Tommy’s Express Car Wash has officially opened its first location in Coldwater, Michigan, bringing a modern, efficient, and community-focused car wash experience to the area. Located at 616 E….

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Building a Culture of Safety: EV Construction Hosts Impactful Safety Stand-Down Event

At EV Construction, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a core value embedded in every job site, every crew, and every conversation. As a recognized leader in construction safety, the…

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Community Initiatives, People

EV Construction Announces Leadership Transition and $100,000 Legacy Scholarship Fund

Holland, MI – March 11, 2025 – EV Construction marked a historic moment at its 10th annual Safety Symposium with the announcement of the planned retirement of Tony Roussey,…

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Grand Rapids Fire Department Division Street Station Groundbreaking EV Construction
Grand Rapids Breaks Ground on new Division Avenue Fire Station
In the News, Projects

Grand Rapids Breaks Ground on new Division Avenue Fire Station
Elite Field Service Wayland Michigan EV Construction
Elite Field Service Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
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Elite Field Service Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
EV Construction West Michigan's Best and Brightest Company to Work For 2025 EV Construction
EV Construction Named 2025 Best and Brightest Company to work for
In the News

EV Construction Named 2025 Best and Brightest Company to work for
Building Our Future: Promotions and Team Advancements at EV Construction
Building Our Future: Promotions and Team Advancements at EV
People

Building Our Future: Promotions and Team Advancements at EV
EV Construction Celebrates 80 Years in Business
Celebrating 80 Years of Building
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Celebrating 80 Years of Building
Southridge Behavioral Hospital Byron Center Michigan Ribbon Cutting EV Construction
Universal Health Services and Trinity Health Michigan Hold Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting for the New Southridge Behavioral Hospital
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Universal Health Services and Trinity Health Michigan Hold Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting for the New Southridge Behavioral Hospital
Wolverine Worldwide Headquarters Renovation Rockford Michigan
Wolverine Worldwide Unveils Renovated Global Headquarters in West Michigan
Projects

Wolverine Worldwide Unveils Renovated Global Headquarters in West Michigan
Mike Novakoski CEO President EV Construction Right-Brain Justified Book
EV Construction CEO Mike Novakoski co-authors new book, Right-Brain Justified, focusing on people-centered leadership
People, Press Releases

EV Construction CEO Mike Novakoski co-authors new book, Right-Brain Justified, focusing on people-centered leadership
A sneak peek at Pine Rest’s new pediatric center EV Construction WoodTV Maranda. Photo: Kris Brown
A Sneak Peek at Pine Rest's New Pediatric Center
In the News, People, Projects

A Sneak Peek at Pine Rest's New Pediatric Center
Tommy's Express Coldwater Michigan EV Construction
Tommy’s Express Car Wash Celebrates Grand Opening in Coldwater, Michigan
People, Projects

Tommy’s Express Car Wash Celebrates Grand Opening in Coldwater, Michigan
Building a Culture of Safety: EV Construction Hosts Impactful Safety Stand-Down Event
Building a Culture of Safety: EV Construction Hosts Impactful Safety Stand-Down Event
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Building a Culture of Safety: EV Construction Hosts Impactful Safety Stand-Down Event
Tony Roussey Building Futures Scholarship West Michigan Construction Institute
EV Construction Announces Leadership Transition and $100,000 Legacy Scholarship Fund
Community Initiatives, People

EV Construction Announces Leadership Transition and $100,000 Legacy Scholarship Fund
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EV Sweets and Treats Ice Cream Truck EV Construction

EV Sweets & Treats Ice Cream Trucks

In 2022, EV Sweets and Treats was unveiled, with the intent of ‘Traveling Miles, Bringing Smiles’. Since then, EV has added a second truck to its fleet, both traveling hundreds of miles throughout West Michigan, spreading joy and thousands of treats. From our project sites and clients to community events and fundraisers, EV Sweets and Treats is bringing smiles to West Michigan.

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Celebrating 80 years

Recently, EV Construction proudly marked a major milestone—80 years of building spaces that matter and relationships that last. What began in 1945 as Elzinga & Volkers, a local West Michigan homebuilding company, has evolved into a nationally recognized construction management firm with deep roots, bold vision, and a passion for people-first leadership.

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building futures scholarship

EV Construction marked a historic moment at its 10th annual Safety Symposium with the announcement of the planned retirement of Tony Roussey, a long-time leader and advocate for workplace safety and construction excellence. In honor of his years of dedication to the industry, the remaining owners of EV Construction surprised him with the establishment of the Tony Roussey Building Futures Scholarship at the West Michigan Construction Institute (WMCI).

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EV Construction’s President and CEO, Mike Novakoski, has co-written two books about how business leaders can tap into their “right-brained leadership” to foster a creative and employee-centric culture.

Become Unmistakable: Start the Journey from Commodity to Oddity
Co-Authored With John Parker

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Right-Brain Justified: Scaling Cultures Through Unmistakable Leaders
Co-Authored With Rob Dwortz

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