Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Industry Partner in Lansing, MI
Since 1945, our organization has been dedicated to advancing the commercial construction industry in Michigan. We provide essential resources including a comprehensive plan room, real-time job reporting, and digital document access to over 800 member companies. Our services streamline project coordination for general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers through both physical and online platforms. With a focus on fostering industry collaboration, we maintain rigorous membership standards emphasizing skill, integrity, and professional responsibility. Our board of directors comprises seasoned industry leaders from firms like Granger Construction and Aaron Glass Co., ensuring strategic guidance rooted in practical experience.Through annual networking events and continuous technological upgrades, we help members stay competitive in a dynamic market. Our executive team with decades of collective experience delivers personalized support for construction project documentation needs. As a trusted industry hub, we facilitate information exchange that creates business opportunities while upholding ethical standards. Our electronic plan room system enables members to access critical project documents remotely, saving time and improving efficiency. This longstanding commitment to service excellence has made us the gold standard for construction professionals in central Michigan.
Services
Plan Room Access
Online Bidding
Job Reporting
Member Networking
Event Hosting
Details
- Year established: 1945
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 access to Michigan's most comprehensive construction document repository
- Our experienced team offers personalized assistance with project documentation needs
- We maintain rigorous membership standards ensuring industry expertise and integrity
- We offer digital plan room access with addenda and full specification sets
- Our annual networking events foster valuable industry connections
What people say
Time saver
Gold standard
Quality service
One-on-one assistance
Community growth
Services
Plan Room Access
Our physical and digital plan rooms provide immediate access to construction documents, specifications, and addenda. Members can review project details remotely through our upgraded online system. This service saves time while ensuring access to the most current project information.
Job Reporting
We maintain comprehensive records of Michigan construction projects with real-time updates. Contractors receive timely information about bidding opportunities and project developments. Our reporting system helps members identify business prospects and track industry trends.
Member Networking
Our organization facilitates professional relationships through regular events and collaborative initiatives. Members gain access to a network of experienced contractors, suppliers, and industry experts. This network supports business growth through shared knowledge and partnership opportunities.
Event Hosting
We organize annual golf outings, holiday gatherings, and cookouts that strengthen industry relationships. These events provide informal settings for members to connect and discuss business opportunities. Our calendar supports ongoing professional development and community building.
Bidding Services
Our platform provides centralized access to current construction bids and procurement opportunities. Members receive timely updates about new projects and specification changes. This service streamlines the bidding process while improving visibility into market activity.
People
Michael A. Nystrom
Executive Director
Overseeing operations with extensive construction industry leadership experience, Michael directs strategic initiatives and member services while maintaining industry partnerships that enhance organizational value.
Ken Granger
Board President
As President of DSI Acoustical Company and board chair, Ken provides strategic guidance drawn from 25+ years in construction management and association leadership roles.
Ralph Reagan
Board Director
Vice President of Aaron Glass Company with 25+ years in construction estimating, Ralph contributes technical expertise and practical insights about member needs to board decisions.
Leslie A. Vargas
Plan Room Coordinator
Managing document access and membership services, Leslie ensures efficient plan room operations and provides direct support for members' project documentation requirements.
Jeff Tuley
Treasurer
Granger Construction executive with financial management expertise, Jeff oversees fiscal responsibility and budgetary matters for the organization's long-term sustainability.
Questions
What construction services does your organization support?
We serve commercial contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and professional organizations involved in all aspects of construction projects.
How can I access construction plans and specifications?
Members gain 24/7 access through our physical plan room or upgraded online system with digital document viewing capabilities.
Do you provide job bidding information?
Yes, we maintain current bidding opportunities and project updates through our job reporting services for members.
Are networking events available for members?
We host annual golf outings, holiday gatherings, and cookouts to facilitate industry connections and professional relationships.
How do you ensure quality service standards?
Our board of directors includes industry leaders with decades of construction experience who maintain rigorous membership requirements.
What Michigan regions do you serve?
We primarily serve Lansing and central Michigan, with members participating from across the state's construction industry.
