Complex projects like data centers typically do not take a design-build approach. But in 2019, team members at Granger Construction, Integrated Design Solutions (IDS), IBI Group, Motor City Electric and Conti Corporation made history as their design-build data center project …
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Touchplan “Beats the Odds” on Complex Pediatrics Renovation
Granger Construction uses Lean construction practices on projects across market segments. In the following case study, learn how one healthcare team successfully used the Lean tool, Touchplan®, to complete the Sparrow 5 Foster Pediatric Renovation under budget and six weeks …
Dexter Early Elementary Complex Receives CAM Award
Granger Construction was honored to be recognized at the 134th annual CAM Awards for its contributions to Dexter Community Schools’ new Early Elementary Complex. This was one of the top 12 projects recognized by the Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) and …
BIM Coordination Meetings Kept MSU STEM Project Lean
When managing construction for Michigan State University’s STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, Michigan’s first-ever Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) building, Granger team members saw significant success from utilizing weekly BIM Coordination meetings. BIM, or Building Information Modeling, is a way of turning …
Planning FFE (Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment)
Furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) are details Owners often discuss with specialty vendors rather than Construction Management partners. However, planning these features early and often throughout your project can save time and money while leading to a better final deliverable. …
Michigan’s First CLT Mass Timber Structure Midway Review
As Michigan’s first-ever Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) building, Michigan State University’s STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, reached its halfway mark in September of 2019, Granger Project Manager Bill Bofysil reflected on lessons learned. Work with Experienced Partners There have been many …
Cancer Center Expansion Complete at St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor
In November of 2018, Granger Construction joined Ann Arbor area residents in celebrating completion of St. Joseph Mercy Health System’s Cancer Center addition and renovation project. MEETING A GROWING NEED Opening in 1993 as the Robert H. and Judy Dow …
K-12 School Bonds: Things to Consider Before Voting
Every election brings a chance of finding a K-12 school bond proposal on your ballot. These bond proposals are a main source of funding for many K-12 school capital projects (aside from private donations and grants). To help make an …
Caro Hospital Addresses Michigan Psychiatric Facility Shortage
In October of 2018 Michigan took one significant step toward addressing mental healthcare issues as it broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art psychiatric hospital in Caro, Michigan. The facility was envisioned to provide patients with improved recovery outcomes in a …
St. Mary Mercy Hospital Diversifies with Modern Worship Space
As chapels in healthcare settings continue taking on new life, Granger Construction is proud to have assisted St. Mary Mercy Hospital in Livonia with efforts to provide a more modern and diverse worship space. On September 11, 2018, St. Mary …
