September 2016
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONNECTION: BEING AWARD WORTHY Just like popular movies, music and TV, the West Michigan construction industry has its own award season, and that time of year is upon us. Most of you are aware of our recent recognition for the Safety Award of Excellence from our local ABC Chapter. This award singles out Elzinga & Volkers for its outstanding safety programs and record. Most recently, we learned that we are now an Accredited Quality Contractor through ABC National. We are very proud of all your efforts in achieving the award and the accreditation. Coming up on October 13th, Elzinga & Volkers is also one of eight contractors nominated by the American Subcontractors Association of West Michigan for the Michigan Contractor of the Year award. We have been nominated every year since we won in 2012 and we are always recognized in the top three. This
HALL PASS
E&V employees are enjoying time off with their kids at school related functions!
award acknowledges our relationship with our trade partners and the work of all our team members in running safe, high quality projects with high integrity. This award is highly coveted among our West Michigan competitors. The awards that we have received, and been nominated for, are great and our competitive spirit is high during this time of year, but we also maintain that win or lose, we will always strive to be “award worthy” even if we don’t win. Being award worthy means our people, programs and projects are all operating as well as they possibly can. Nothing is perfect, so even with the recognition of an award or accolade, we will continue to hone or craft and deliver a product that is truly worthy of the recognition that we have received. Congratulations everyone!
John Parker VP of Project Development
Teams from local businesses, municipalities, churches and civic groups helping to complete projects and make an impact in the nonprofit community.
E&V employees volunteered their time to help with deep cleaning at the Center for Women in Transition... refrigerators, windows, offices and more!
Kevin and Sue Harrington enjoyed time with their daughter as they send her off to college.
Carey Potratz enjoys time with his kids on the first day back to school.
Hall Pass, a new employee benefit, allows all E&V employees to enjoy up to 8-hours of free time with their child or grandchild (up to age 18) at a school related function, such as classroom parties or activities, field trips, college visits or academic achievements. Questions? Please contact Morgan: morganw@elzinga-volkers.com
Wedding Bells! WELCOME TO THE E&V FAMILY! Let’s give it up for our excellent newcomers and welcome them to the E&V Family!
Ted Blatter
FSD Field Manager
Scott Wisner Interiors Foreman
Welcome New Babies
Our Little Fighter– "No Fear Nolan" Tara and Nolan surprised us with a visit this past month while he was in between treatments. It was so wonderful to see them and spend a little time catching up.
TWIN BOYS! Archer James and Bennett Scott
Please continue to keep the Brouwer family in your prayers.
Born to Maria and Nick Nykerk on September 9, 2016. Kru, 16 months, is enjoying being a big brother!
NEW WOLVERINE FAN!
Niko Frank
Teohary Delorea Laborer
Charlie Harter has a new grandson who was born on September 16, 2016.
Linda Mao
Project Coordinator
For more updates, visit Nolan's FB page: Nolan-"No Fear Nolan"
A DAY IN THE LIFE Follow Morgan through a typical, busy day!
11:30 - NOON » Group text the ladies to see if anyone else failed to bring a lunch. Head to Big Apple Bagel for a quick sandwich with whoever wants to join. » Text my hubby to see how his day is going and what he wants for dinner.
6:30 to 8:00 AM » First, I am not a morning person. After hitting snooze numerous times since 6:15, my husband reminds me that the hot water will run out if I don’t get up soon! (Yes, he turns the shower on for me every morning). I slowly roll out of bed in fear that I will be taking a cold shower. » Slowly, I get ready for the day, breaking every couple minutes to talk to my dog child, Indie. » Oh crap, I should have left my house 5 minutes ago! » I quickly try to trick Indie into going into her kennel with 3 treats. I know it's going to be a good day when I don’t have to chase her around the yard.
8:00 AM to Noon » Rush into the building and head to my office pretending to be wide awake. » Check emails and send out responses to the easy questions. » Like a flash of lightning, Brian White is in my office, pulling the door closed behind him. He wants to know what next week’s meeting is about. Before I can answer his phone rings and away he goes. » Meet Worksighted in the lobby and give them a list of IT issues that need to be solved. » Make a mad dash to the breakroom 'cause someone brought donuts. » Every Monday, I meet with Mike Nova to go over upcoming events, projects and his latest idea for an Unmistakably E&V experience.
12:30 to 5:00 PM
Morgan Weaver
Experience Manager
In Morgan's free time, she enjoys spending time with her hubby, Indie and her family.
EVENING...
Indie
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» Try to get back in the groove after relaxing at lunch. » Meet with Colette about the upcoming company video and send out emails to all the participants about their roles and lines. » Run through my emails. Get meetings scheduled and figure out what needs to be done by the end of the day. » Stop by Mike Parker’s office to discuss the upcoming office renovations and what needs to be taken care of. Make a pit stop in the storage area to see what needs to be removed. » Get with Stacy for a quick check-in to make sure the Christmas Party planning is on schedule. Boy, has she got some good ideas! » Pop open my email once more before the end of the day.
» Head home and let Indie out. She’s way more excited to see me than my husband is. » Seth and I try to throw something together for dinner and he’s off to mow the lawn. » I quick get a load of laundry started and finish the dishes while I wait for the cycle to complete (A++ for multi-tasking best wife ever). » Change into my comfy clothes and get a Chicago PD episode in before heading to bed. » Turn my alarm on for 6:15. Who am I kidding, I wont be getting up 'til 6:45 Page 2
WHAT WE’RE BUILDING RECENTLY AWARDED
Med Express - Grand Rapids, MI - Muskegon, MI ADAC Automotive Keating Office Exterior Improvements Renovation Fast Stats » » » » »
GETTING STARTED
The renovated space will be used for general administration and office space. The project value is $755,000 and will start on October 3, 2016. We will be self-performing excavation, concrete and steel. Project Lead: Brett Lesiewicz Field Manager: Brian Englishman
Canterbury on the Lake - Waterford, MI New Construction and Renovations Fast Stats
» The project has been in planning for over a year. » The project includes a new 24,000-SF building and renovations to the existing nursing home » The project will be starting in Mid-October and is scheduled for completion in the Fall of 2017. » Senior Project Manager: Brad Frey » Assistant Project Manager: Nick Novakoski » Field Manager: Kevin Frye
UNDERWAY
Samaritas - Saginaw, MI Renovation and Addition Fast Stats » We are currently working through Phase-1. The asbestos abatement is complete with demolition nearing completion. The enclosure of the Rehabilitation addition, interior framing and MEP rough-ins will begin soon. » We recently received approval to demo a bank building across the street. » The Fire Marshall is requiring a change in exterior door controls to delayed egress. » Project Lead: Brad Frey » Field Manager: Mike Chrisman
WRAPPING UP
Borculo Christian School - Zeeland, MI Renovation Fast Stats
» The project was completed on time allowing students to use the entry on their first day of school » Our carpentry and interiors crews did a great job on the project. » A large portion of construction contingency was unused and returned to the school for future building improvements. » Project Manager: John Parker/Maria Nykerk » Field Manager: Justin Gould
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Help Attack Childhood Hunger
Corporate Tulip Planting!
Need 10 volunteers to help plant tulip bulbs. Friday, October 21st 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
To sign up, please contact Brandon: brandonb@elzinga-volkers.com
Interested? Please contact Jamie at jschippa@elzinga-volkers.com
Volunteers: Employees & Families (Kids must be at least 5 years old) Tuesday, October 18th from 4:00-5:00 PM Holland location: 389 James St., Holland, MI 49424 Click here to learn more about the Kids Food Basket: www.kidsfoodbasket.org
SAVE THE DATE! Company Christmas Party Friday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m.
New Location!
Baker Lofts in Holland 544 Columbia Ave.
2015-2016 MICHIGAN CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
The winner will be announced on October 13th at the awards presentation, hosted by the ASA.
Hotel Accommodations and Shuttle We have a block of rooms available at the DoubleTree under "Elzinga & Volkers." The cost for employees is only $50 (E&V is covering the other $90!). This includes breakfast and a shuttle to and from Baker Lofts so you do not have to drive. You can make reservations anytime between now and November 14th by calling 616-394-0111. Contact Morgan if you have questions: morganw@elzinga-volkers.com
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