BUILDING TOGETHER May 2019 Clark Retirement at Franklin | Grand Rapids, MI
Upcoming Events June 5 | Blood Drive E&V Parking Lot June 5 | Safety Meeting E&V Warehouse June 5 | TB Reading Warehouse Breakroom June 12 | E&V Softball Game Matt Urban Field #2 June 18 | Financial Peace University The HUB! (Grand Rapids) July 4- 5 | Holiday - Fourth of July Enjoy your long weekend! July 10 | Safety Meeting E&V Warehouse July 10 | Company Photo E&V Warehouse July 10 | Last Call - Michigan’s Adventure Register on EVinsite Don’t forget to check EVinsite for all upcoming events and details!
Safety Tip: First Aid Awareness: When working on a new site, familiarize yourself with emergency routes, location(s) of first aid equipment and the closest medical facility in order to be prepared for an incident. BUILDINGTOGETHER | May 2019
ALWAYS KEEP LEARNING
CORY LOOMANS SENIOR PRECONSTRUCTION MANAGER On Tuesday, May 7, E&V received the Elite award for the Best & Brightest category of Employee Education & Development! Companies are evaluated by the “extent to which an organization encourages, supports and creates a learning environment with a focus on career development”. Our submission included highlights on our E&V YOUniversities, ABC courses, Field Leadership Training, Lunch & Learns, Blueprint for Success training, safety training, conference attendance and much more. E&V invested over $110,000 in employee education & development in 2018! The regional average score for this category was 29.76 and we came in at 38.53, almost 30% above the average. Depending on your stakeholder role in the company, there are different ways to fill your toolbox with what you need to get the job done. For example, a few years ago, Joe Shashaguay attended an American Society of Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) conference to become a Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC). At the time, we were doing a lot of work at Holland Hospital and he saw the opportunity to invest in his career and get the certification. After talking with him about it, he reflected on that being a big turning point in his career to have the knowledge and confidence to work in healthcare facilities.
Many of our trade employees are taking part in courses through Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC). These classes include Carpentry I, Plans & Specifications, Safety Training, FMI Training, Leadership Series, and other skilled trade training programs. A couple years ago, Ryan Fuller - Interiors Division Manager, recognized he needed some leadership training to help him manage the growing division and team. He took it upon himself to seek out a program at Davenport University that enhanced his leadership experience and created opportunities for him and his team to increase their capacity and be more productive. So what is the next step for you? Maybe it is grabbing a book off the shelf in the main office. Or is it a certification? Think about what training and education opportunities would help you reach your short-term and long-term goals. Challenge yourself to discuss it at your next check-in with your supervisor. Increasing your value takes time and hard work and it all begins with your desire for self-improvement through education and training. There are many people in the company willing to help out, so do not be afraid to reach out to the OLT, FLT and Employee Education and Development committee members.
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WELCOME TO THE E&V FAMILY!
David Dirschell Field Manager
Jordan Boeve
Assistant Project Manager
Marissa Dowker Intern
Evan Schaap
Levi Overway
Intern
Intern
OPEN INTERVIEWS Know someone who’s hard working and looking for a cool company to work for? We’re holding open interviews on Wednesday, June 26, at The HUB (100 Grandville Avenue SW, Suite 401, Grand Rapids) from 3:00pm-6:00pm.
Ben DeVries Client Advisor
Pete Steen
Client Advisor
We’d like your help: for every candidate who attends and names you as their referral source, you’ll get a $25 gift card! Questions? Contact Rachel Austin at rachela@elzinga-volkers.com or 616.392.2383.
Safety Week Success! I would like to highlight Elzinga & Volkers interiors foreman, Steve Morgan and Chad Keister, for their efforts at Trinity PBS-K and Holland Hospital’s Boven Birth Center. Steve Morgan took the lead at Trinity PBS-K almost immediately. This project is a two phase renovation which consists of (approximately) 120,000-SF. The first phase (60,000-SF) was completed in just four months, from demolition to occupancy. During that phase, Steve orchestrated the framing of walls and bulkheads, directed the drywall hanging, and managed the installation of ceiling grid and tile. Steve is 56 years young, and one of the most mild-mannered individuals I know. He comes to work every day with the same positive mindset. He doesn’t let much bother him and isn’t afraid to step in to keep his projects moving forward.
Trinity PBS-K
Chad Keister was a residential framer who transitioned to a commercial framing foreman and has never missed a beat. Chad took the lead on an extremely difficult project at Holland Hospital for the Boven Birth Center renovation. This project consists of multiple radius walls and bulkheads and a lot of double layered drywall walls for architectural purposes. When this project is complete, it wouldn’t surprise me to see the project win awards due to the quality and architecture. Chad coordinated the framing, hanging and finishing on this project. He’s a great leader and coach to our up-and-comers; he’s a patient leader who leads by example.
Trinity PBS-K
I’m a firm believer that mannerisms are contagious. If you have a bad attitude, it can impact everyone you come into contact with. Steve and Chad’s positive demeanors are a motivator and I’m honored to work with these two individuals on a daily basis.
Holland Hospital
- Ryan Fuller | Interiors Manager BUILDINGTOGETHER | May 2019
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WHAT WE’RE BUILDING RECENTLY AWARDED
Mercy Medical Office Building - Muskegon, MI New Construction Fast Stats
»» 40,000-SF new construction project in Norton Shores. »» The project is still in early schematic design, but we will be looking for opportunities to self-perform work as the design progresses. »» The project logistics will be challenging as the site is in the middle of a parking lot that’s surrounded by occupied businesses and a former K-Mart. »» The value of this project is $13M. »» Field Manager: Ryan Geurink »» Senior Project Manager: Brett Lesiewicz
GETTING STARTED
Tommy’s Express | Breton Street - Grand Rapids, MI New Construction Fast Stats
»» Located on the south-east side of Grand Rapids, this Tommy’s Express started construction in May and will finish in November. »» This will be our fifth Tommy’s Express in West Michigan, with more in the pipeline both regionally and nationally. »» This project is valued at $2M. »» Senior Field Manager: Doug Eddy »» Senior Project Manager: Jordan Gougeon »» Assistant Project Manager: Mike Judy
UNDERWAY
City of Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids, MI Addition Renovation Fast Stats
»» We completed the 1,500-SF renovation in the Fisher building. »» We are currently construction a 3,500-SF addition to the Rumsey building, as well as major mechanical scope. »» We’re self-performing sitework, concrete, steel, general trades, firestopping and painting. »» The value of this project is $3.3M. »» Field Manager: Dan Donavan »» Project Manager: Curt Hielke »» Assistant Project Manager: Layna O’Connor
WRAPPING UP
MedMen - West Palm Beach, FL Renovation Fast Stats
»» In just six months, our team renovated this 6,500-SF building to include high-end finishes for MedMen. »» With the help of many E&V team members, we were able to complete with outstanding quality. »» The project is valued at $2.5M. »» Field Manager: Steve Sims »» Project Manager: Steve Null »» Assistant Project Manager: Taylor Ostwinkle
BUILDINGTOGETHER | May 2019
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Financial Peace University
Upcoming Events
“I’m excited to announce that the company is sponsoring our own Financial Peace University class this summer! The class will be held on Tuesday evenings from June 18 – August 13 at our new Grand Rapids Office / Training Center – ‘The HUB’. My wife, Jennifer, and I will be the coordinators. We coordinated a class at our church over the winter and it was truly life changing for those involved (and for us too!).” Additional information can be found on EVinsite. Or contact Joe Novakoski directly at joenova@elzinga-volkers.com
Register you and your family members by July 10!
Congratulations!
Kelly VanderLaan and her husband, Richie, welcomed their daughter Mila Jade into the world on April 30!
There are a few spots left to make a difference! Michigan Blood will be back at E&V on Wednesday, June 5. Contact Norma Fynewever if you’re interested in participating!
Smile!
Immediately following our safety meeting on July 10, we will be having a company photo taken. More details will follow via email and on EVinsite. Danielle Bouwhuis (BU) and husband, Ryan, welcomed their daughter Emma Grace into the world on May 3!
O P E N POSITIONS
We’re always looking for qualified individuals to join our team, and the best team members come from your referrals! Contact Rachel Austin if you have questions. We’re looking to hire people for the following positions: BUILDINGTOGETHER | May 2019
Did You Know... A library of E&V YOUniversity videos is available on EVinsite? 1. Log into EVinsite.com 2. Scroll through the main “banner” or news articles to find one titled “E&V YOUniversity Videos” 3. Select which video you’d like to view!
Traveling Field Manager Facilities Services Technicians (Coldwater, MI) Firestopping Technician Project Manager Page 4