construction management
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Tech Startup Incubator Coming to Downtown Holland
July 10, 2023
HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — Lakeshore Advantage is bringing a new innovation and technology hub to downtown Holland. Demolition of the structure currently at the intersection of 7th Street and College Avenue is set to take place this August. The three-story, 20,000-square-foot building will include a 50-person learning lab, space for Lakeshore Advantage’s new headquarters and a business […]
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Piece of Holland history unearthed at Quality Car Wash construction site
May 11, 2023
HOLLAND TWP. — Construction is ongoing at the new Quality Car Wash on River Avenue, but EV Construction never expected to run into a piece of bona fide Holland history. Construction employees recently unearthed an old sign with the name Austin Harrington (1863-1939) inscribed on it. The sign has ties to Harrington Wood and Coal […]
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Collaborate to Move Forward and Grow
April 13, 2023
Your next big idea is likely not in your organization. That may be a little shocking, but the reality is many organizations, including construction companies, are so busy keeping up with the next deadline or groundbreaking to innovate on their own. I’m not saying we never have a spark within our walls that starts a […]
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Ronald McDonald House West Michigan plans $2M expansion to meet growing needs
March 23, 2023
GRAND RAPIDS — A West Michigan nonprofit that provides free temporary housing for families of children receiving medical care plans to renovate and expand its Grand Rapids campus after experiencing pandemic-related delays. Meanwhile, Ronald McDonald House Charities of West Michigan expects growing needs for its services as local health systems scale up their pediatric health care capacity. […]
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Holland Firm Named A Top 101 Best and Brightest Company
January 31, 2023
HOLLAND, Mich., Jan. 25, 2023 — EV Construction, a leading provider of construction services in West Michigan, has once again been designated one of the Best and Brightest places in the nation to work, marking its fourteenth consecutive year on the regional list; EV Construction has also earned a spot on the Best and Brightest […]
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Hungry, Humble, Smart
October 26, 2022
Although higher than other generations, only 39% of millennials, those aged 25-37, hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, according to The Pew Research Center. More than 60% of the millennial workforce still received some sort of alternate training, more than likely on the job. At EV Construction, we believe in hiring character and training for success. When […]
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Back to School
September 6, 2022
Brian Marion, a lifelong learner and EV Construction Field Manager, will return to the classroom this month as the teacher instead of the student. The West Michigan Construction Institute (WMCI) is gearing up for its inaugural school year with a full course load. As stated on its website, the team at WMCI shares a mission […]
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EV Construction almost doubles national average of women on their payroll.
March 10, 2022
As recently as 2021, the Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that only 13% of payroll employees in the construction industry are women. EV Construction is shattering that percentage. With 28 female employees on their payroll, the company’s labor force is over 25% (25.9) female. Titles held by those women include the likes of chief financial […]
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Quality control programs will reduce warranty risk
January 31, 2022
Across many industries and building types, the pace of construction projects is increasing due to the high demand for new space. Without a strict plan for quality control and assurance, accelerating the construction process can lead to mistakes and costly warranty work. Repairs following a building opening can be expensive, disruptive and, in many cases, […]
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Starting over…but not at zero: How a safety incident can strengthen your safety culture
January 16, 2022
Contributed by the EV Construction Leadership Team If during a game of Family Feud, Steve Harvey posed the question, “What are the top seven characteristics of a strong leader,” what would be the top response? Integrity? Accountability? Empathy? Humility? Resilience? Vision? Positivity? I think we would all agree these should be the top answers. Many […]