West Michigan Whitecaps Modernization Project
Today, Whitecaps leadership announced that they are doubling down and embarking on a multi-year project that will reinvest in the next 30 years of Whitecaps baseball by reimagining what LMCU Ballpark can be for baseball, the community, and the local entertainment landscape.
Construction Firm Promotes Executive
A West Michigan construction firm has a new business development leader. Erhardt Construction announced this week the promotion of Arlen-Dean Gaddy to vice president of business development.
Building a Bridge to the Future
Eighteen years ago, a young sculptor from Grand Rapids was invited to exhibit 16 bronze sculptures depicting the life of Saint Francis at the Basilica of Saint Francis in Italy.
Traverse City Whiskey Co. Expansion Expected to bring 100 New Jobs
The expansion of Traverse City Whiskey Company, the first distillery and bottling plant in downtown Traverse City, is expected to generate a total capital investment of approximately $20 million and create nearly 100 jobs.
Ada construction company celebrates 60 years
Erhardt Construction, the general contractor responsible for some of West Michigan’s most well-known buildings, turned 60 on October 17th!
Construction contractors reap awards
The Associated Builders and Contractors Western Michigan Chapter highlighted the industry’s most high-quality companies in various categories
Women’s Resource Center relocating to expand, make services more accessible
Ada-based Erhardt Construction is the contractor. Nonprofit officials hope to move into the new offices by the first quarter of 2023.
Disability Advocates, Thresholds open new offices
Thresholds now has a 7,500-square-foot space with 14 offices, additional workspaces, two conference rooms, a kitchen and other gathering spaces. Erhardt Construction completed the project.
Erhardt Construction celebrates 60 years: 13 on your side of town
13 On Your Side of Town is in Ada, Michigan. Ada is not only the home to the Amway Corporation, but it also hosts a variety of other businesses including Erhardt Construction. 13 On Your Side covers more.
Allendale Township Breaks Ground On New Fire Station
A ceremony to celebrate the start of construction for a new Allendale Township fire station was held on Thursday, May 5th, 2022.
Allendale building new $7.5 million fire station to meet population growth
Erhardt will be managing the construction of the Allendale Fire Station, set to begin construction this spring.
Erhardt Construction Receives National Excellence in Construction Pyramid Award
Erhardt Construction is excited to announce earning a National in Construction (EIC) Award at the 2022 ABC Convention!
Erhardt Construction ‘putting down roots’ in Muskegon with second office
We’re thrilled to announce that Erhardt has opened a second office in Downtown Muskegon! Muskegon has a welcoming business climate that is laser focused on the community’s growth and development and we are thankful to be able to contribute to their success.
New apartments proposed for old Catholic Charities building in Muskegon’s Midtown
The city sought proposals for redevelopment of the former Catholic Charities property several months ago. The team is comprised of Suburban Property of Ada, Integrated Architecture of Grand Rapids and Erhardt Construction of Ada.
Three Impactful Leadership Promotions in One Day!
The changes announced by Wickstrom will lay the foundation of continued success both as a team internally and in the growth that we can achieve in the years to come.
Arlen-Dean Gaddy Named “Best Supporting Man”
We are incredibly proud to have Arlen on our team. His endless pursuit to encourage diversity and advocate for women in construction is pivotal and we couldn’t be more excited for the future.
D.A. Blodgett-St. John’s breaks ground on $10M expansion in Grand Rapids
Integrated Architecture LLC is serving as the project architect. Erhardt Construction Co. will serve as the general contractor for the project.
The Erhardt Construction Difference
The 5 Pillars of the Erhardt Difference are exactly that, the DIFFERENCE that you can expect when you choose Erhardt to build your desired facility.
Amy Van Andel Library Now Open to the Public
The Amy Van Andel library and community center is now open to the public in downtown Ada. The newest Kent District Library offering numerous different services and opportunities for the whole family.
Executives prioritize being adaptable, inclusive in leading multigenerational workplaces
Shaping that productive work culture across generations means “having consistency in our core values and our culture and making sure we have people that enjoy and thrive operating in those,” Wickstrom added.
2023 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) honored West Michigan’s finest projects in its annual Excellence in Construction Awards (EIC) on Sept. 21, 2023. The EIC Awards are all about celebrating the jaw-dropping projects brought to life by ABC Western Michigan chapter members.
Children’s Healing Center plans new $8.5M facility near Calvin University
The Children’s Healing Center plans to relocate to a new home adjacent to the Calvin University campus. The nonprofit Children’s Healing Center has acquired a building from Calvin University and is planning an extensive renovation.
‘A New Home for Healing’: Children’s Healing Center moving to new GR facility
The Children’s Healing Center (CHC) announced Tuesday it plans to move to a new home. The pediatric healthcare service says the new facility will allow them to meet growing demand for their services in Grand Rapids.
Muskegon Museum of Art now in ‘big dig’ portion of huge expansion project
The MMA is moving forward with a huge expansion project that will add a basement area to the museum and enable it to keep up with recent growth. The $11.2 million project broke ground over a year ago, but progress is far more visible than before.
Erhardt Construction Hires Key Addition, Jeffrey Olsen, as Director of Pre-Construction
The Director of Pre-Construction role will be responsible for leading Erhardt’s pre-construction services, ensuring projects are meticulously prepared for success in the field.
Redevelopment of downtown Muskegon lot on track after securing $16.5M in financing
Muskegon city commissioners approve nearly $16.5M in financing for a highly anticipated plan to bring 57 apartment units to downtown Muskegon. Erhardt Construction Co. is the contractor, and Integrated Architecture LLC is designing the project.
Ferris State selects chair, chair-elect for The Ferris Foundation board
FSU has announced Arlen-Dean Gaddy, vice president of business development at Erhardt Construction, and Jenifer Cutter, regional manager of AHC Hospitality, as chair and chair-elect, respectively, of the board of directors of The Ferris Foundation.
Allendale Fire Station 100% Operational After Back-In Ceremony
On Monday, February 13th, the Allendale Fire Department ceremoniously pushed the first fire truck into the apparatus bay of their new fire station. Chief Keefe announced that the new fire station is officially 100% operational after pulling the rest of the fire trucks into the apparatus bay.
Backlog fuels success in construction industry
Wickstrom said the municipal sector will continue to grow in 2023 as local municipalities are going to continue to ramp up investment in facilities, services and infrastructure to serve the public. “There is a good amount of work coming from local cities, townships and counties, which I think is good for our region and our industry,” he said.