Commercial
Over our many years in business we have had the opportunity to complete an expansive and diverse array of projects, working both as a general and subcontractor. Whether it is a multimillion dollar site work package or a sewer repair, it is our goal to complete every project with minimal delays while maintaining the highest quality product. We are pre-qualified with many state and local agencies and have experience with obtaining proper permitting and inspections. Safety is always our first priority, both for our employees and all others involved. We maintain an impeccable safety record and constantly strive to provide the safest working environment possible.
Through advances in technology we are able to streamline the bidding and construction process. One by utilizing state of the art software for digital job takeoff’s, which gives us the most accurate quantities and areas for earth balancing. Second we apply that technology to the job site using 3D GPS grading and plotting systems, this is outfitted to a dozer which can grade anywhere on the site with no grade stakes. Dean’s also goes to great lengths to assure we are keeping our equipment fleet up to date and well maintained.
From super centers to residential developments, every job presents itself with a different challenge. Through our years in this business we have been happy to meet the specials needs and challenges of every client. More recent advances in GPS technology, now allow us to construct most sites stakeless utilizing GPS.
Knockadon: 52 acre, 23 unit development on Meyers Lake Ave, Rockford MI. Work included clearing and grubbing, site balancing, storm sewer and paved road construction. Owner: Paul Belden and Rick Nugent General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating Engineer: Roosien and Associates Subcontractor(s): Superior Asphalt Year Completed: 2013
Fredrick Meijer Gardens: Dean’s had the opportunity to work with Fredrick Meijer Gardens on the new Japanese Garden. Work included clearing grubbing earthwork, pond construction, and site utilities. Dean’s was also able to work with Kurisu International aiding them in many aspects of their work. Owner: Fredrick Meijer CM: Owen Ames Kimball Engineer: Progressive AE Year Completed: 2015
Owner: Meijer Inc Engineer: Progressive AE CM : Rockford Construction Year Completed: 2008
Meijer, Solon Twp.: When Meijer, Inc. was ready to move a store back to the Cedar Springs area, Dean’s was there to help. Dean’s completed all three site work packages which included: Complete earth balancing and seeding of the site. Storm sewer main and laterals, water main, and sanitary main with laterals. Parking lot and drive construction including widening of M-46 to 5 lanes in cooperation with MDOT. Dean’s offered an alternate of recycled concrete in lieu of natural aggregate on the drive and parking area’s helping toward the builders “green” designation.
Completed Site Development Projects
Dean’s road and airport portfolio ranges from mill and fills to total infrastructure reconstructions. Working as both general and subcontractor, Dean’s has been able to become MDOT pre-qualified in many classifications.
Northland Drive Owner: Kent County Road Commission General Contractor: Michigan Paving & Materials Co. Year Completed: 2013 Highlights: Full reconstruction of 1.22 miles of Northland Drive between Indian Lakes Ave. and South St. in Cedar Springs MI. Work included installation of storm sewer, earthwork, and recycling of 15,000 square yards of concrete pavement that was reused as aggregate base.
Paul C. Miller Airport Owner: Village of Sparta General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating Subcontractors: Rieth Riley Construction Engineer: RS and H Year Completed: 2011 Highlights: Construction of a 3,800 foot parallel taxi way. Dean’s work included earthwork, aggregate base, storm sewer, and restoration.
M-82 Owner: MDOT General Contractor: Michigan Paving & Materials Co. Year Completed: 2014 Highlights: Reconstruction of 3.2 miles of M-82, from Fremont to M-120. Work included storm sewer, box culvert installation, earth work, and aggregate base.
Completed Road & Airport Projects
Whether it is the collection and distribution system or a state of the art treatment facility, our experienced staff can meet the challenge. Dean’s understand that design and build changes are inevitable in underground construction, it is our goal to keep every project moving with minimal delays.
Sand Lake Waste Water Treatment Facility
Owner: Village of Sand Lake
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Subcontractors: Grand Tech Inc, Farm Services and Ark’s Electric.
Engineer: Fleis & Vandenbrink
Year Completed: 2013
Highlights: Work included sanitary sewer reconstruction, new lift station, sludge removal from existing lagoons, reconstruction of existing ponds, irrigation pump station, and irrigation system.
Mill Creek and York Creek Sewer
Owner: North Kent Sewer Authority
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Engineer: Prein and Newhoff
Year Completed: 2011, 2012
Highlights: York Creek Sewer – Work included reconstruction of 2,900 feet of sanitary sewer, lining of 1,000 feet of sanitary sewer between Bristol Ave and Cordes Avenue in Alpine township.
Mill Creek – Work included reconstruction of 1,000 feet of 12 inch – 21 inch sanitary sewer in Lamoureux Drive. Rehabilitation of existing manholes and lining of 2,100 feet of 18 inch sanitary sewer.
Completed Water & Sewer Projects
Dean’s has had the opportunity to work in many communities improving their parks and trails. As the general contractor we work closely with the engineer / architect and the owner to keep the project on budget and within time constraints. With our highly qualified subcontractors, we can handle a wide range of projects.
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
Owner: Kent County Parks
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Engineer: Kent County Road Commission
Year Completed: 2013
Highlights: Construction of 1.07 miles of paved trail between Peach Ridge Ave. and Walker Ave. Work included earthwork, box culvert installation, segmented block retaining wall’s, and paved path.
Gordon Park
Owner: Kent County Parks
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Engineer: Kent County Parks
Subcontractors: Michigan Paving & Materials and Superior Asphalt
Year Completed: 2011, 2012
Highlights: Work included construction of paved parking lots, concrete walks, and trail connector to the White Pine Trail, and site restoration.
Paul Henry Trail
Owner: Kent County Parks
Engineer: Kent County
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Subcontractors: Martin J Concrete and Future Fence Co.
Year Completed: 2015
Highlights: Construction of .93 miles of non-motorized paved trail along East Paris Ave. from 60th Ave. to 68th Ave.
Completed Parks & Trails Projects
Dean’s takes pride in every project we complete, but providing a better work and play environment for the younger generations gives us the greatest pride. Our portfolio expands from new complexes, complete reconstruction of existing complexes to small additions and simple parking lot reconstructions. The tight schedules and intense sequencing of most education projects creates a unique challenge that Dean’s fully understands.
Fremont High School
Owner: Fremont Public Schools
Engineer: Kingscott Architecture and Engineering
CM: Triangle Associates
Year Completed: 2011
Highlights: Work included 100,000 yards of earth balancing, building excavation and backfill. Construction of parking lots, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water main. Dean’s was also able to help construct a connector drive including installation of a pre fabricated metal bridge.
Ferris State University Center
Owner: Ferris State University
Engineer: Hubbell, Roth and Clark
CM: The Christman Company
Year Completed: 2014
Highlights: Work included construction of parking lots, drives, building excavation, installation of storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water main.
Cedar Springs Public Schools
Owner: Cedar Springs Public Schools
Engineer: URS
General Contractor: Dean’s Excavating
Subcontractors: Superior Asphalt, Michigan Paving & Materials, Kent Companies, and RA Holmes.
Year Completed: 2013, 2014
Highlights: Work included reconstruction of existing parking lots at the high school. Construct of a new parking lot at Cedar Trails Elementary with an underground retention system.
Completed Education Projects
Athletic play fields and facilities have made a lot of advancement through our years in business. Dean’s portfolio of facilities range from the collegiate level synthetic turf fields to local club sport fields.
Grand Valley State University Student Recreation Center
Owner: Grand Valley State University
Engineer: Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr and Huber.
CM: Triangle Associates
Year Completed: 2010, 2011
ighlights: Work included earthwork, storm sewer, and aggregate base for construction of 420,000 square feet of turf multi purpose fields and a multi sports stadium with NCAA running track.
Hudsonville Athletic
Owner: Hudsonville Public Schools
Engineer: GMBCM: Triangle Associates
Year Completed: 2012
Highlights: Work Included earthwork and site utilities for two baseball and softball fields. Converting an existing grass football field into a synthetic turf field including under drain and turf prep through aggregate base.
Holton Athletic
Owner: Holton Public Schools
CM: Triangle Inc.
Engineer: GMBYear Completed: 2006
Highlights: Work included construction of a baseball field and two softball fields. Also included was construction of a football stadium with running track and synthetic turf field.