construction management
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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 […]
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Construction firm promotes leaders
January 4, 2022
EV Construction last month made changes to its leadership team. Brett Lesiewicz is now the vice president of project management, and Joe Novakoski assumed the role of safety director at EV Construction. In his new role, Lesiewicz will manage all company projects and oversee a project staff of more than 20 people. “Construction has been […]
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The Risk and Reward of Self-Performing Trades
December 8, 2021
EV Construction is more than a construction manager; we are builders. Our team of over 100 professionals performs a wide variety of trade work. Of the 100 field professionals who we have on staff, sixty-six of them are laborers who work in one of seven, self-perform trade divisions. We have teams of men and women […]
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Life plan communities let you live your best years, better
July 15, 2021
Seniors having many options for community living in West Michigan and high demand for single-family housing can make this a great time for seniors to plan for their next phase of retirement. Life plan communities, like The Farmstead by Resthaven, built by EV Construction, offer the opportunity to live comfortably and plan for future care […]
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New Bronson South Haven Hospital Now Open
May 25, 2021
EV Construction has had boots on the ground since September 2019 working alongside hospital staff, architects, engineers, trade partners and suppliers to bring this project to fruition. Congratulations to the Bronson South Haven community on the completion of this modern, medical services building. Read the full release here.