WOLVERINE BUILDING GROUP
80 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Wolverine Building Group is one of West Michigan’s most trusted and experienced construction companies. With over 150 employees, Wolverine Building Group has grown to become a national leader in the construction industry.
Wolverine is committed to seeking the balance of simultaneously “doing good” in our community and contributing in meaningful ways, while also “doing well” in our business and delivering a high-quality product to our clients.
We strive for our team to be proud of our company and the work that we do. We want this pride to come from our commitment to our community, the integrity by which we conduct our business, and the quality of our work. We believe this pride will directly contribute to the growth and prosperity of Wolverine, which will allow us to share our success generously with the people and places that we touch.
SAFETY
The safety of our team members is our highest priority. We believe there is excellence in not only producing quality work, but taking responsibility for the safety of all involved.
Our Purpose
Positively impacting people and communities
Our Niche
Construction Leadership
Do the right thing
Be passionate and relentless, strive for greatness
Seek possibilities, find solutions
Step up and step in, fill the void
Leadership Council
Curt Mulder
President
Larry Zeiser
Vice President of Operations
Jamerson M. Ries, PE
Vice President
Derek Hunderman
Chief Operations Officer
Randy Baker
Director of Preconstruction
Tim Lenters
Divisional Controller
Jeff VanderMeulen
Director of Sales
Jaclyn Ramirez
Strategy Deployment Manager
Jeff Koster
Controller
Jeff Hennip
Divisional Superintendent
Kurtis Fritz
Vice President of Construction
Mike Beuschel
Vice President of Construction
Troy Redman
Vice President of Construction
Chad Messer
General Superintendent
Bill DiCocco
Information Technology Manager
Mike Houseman
Director of Sales
Nolan Spencer
Chief Financial Officer
OUR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IS OUR PEOPLE
Our team sets us apart. Our people have a genuine curiosity to understand how your project is going to create more jobs, increase productivity, help a patient heal quicker, or be a safe and stable place to live. To us, it's more than just a building.
OUR HISTORY
Since its founding in 1939, Wolverine has evolved into one of the region’s most trusted, stable, and respected building and construction management firms. Success and expansion has led Wolverine to develop four distinct specialty divisions—Wolverine Building, Wolverine Construction Management, Wolverine Multi-Family, and Wolverine North America.
Responding to our clients’ demand for a collaborative approach to construction services, Wolverine illustrated its unity by marketing under the Wolverine Building Group name and logo.
Wolverine Building Group will continue to offer the service, quality workmanship, and specialized expertise that has made all of its divisions trusted and successful in regional, state-wide, and national markets.
1945 – Fryling Construction was founded in 1945 specializing in the construction of enclosed shopping malls.
1953 – Jim Bouwman followed in his father’s footsteps by taking ownership and leadership of the company.
1957 – Wolverine Tile Company became known as Wolverine Building Products, Inc.
1970’s – Wolverine Building Group became the nation’s largest builder of Butler buildings, the leading brand for pre-engineered metal buildings.
1980’s – Stan Cheff and Jeff Ridings took ownership and leadership of the company.
1993 – Wolverine Construction Management was formed in 1993 as a separate division of Wolverine Building Group. The division provides construction management services in West and Central Michigan and specializes in the quality construction of healthcare and educational facilities.
1994 – Wolverine Building Group constructed Old Kent Park, now known as Fifth Third Ballpark, which is the home of the West Michigan Whitecaps.
1995 – Wolverine Building Group acquired Fryling construction. Mike Kelly and Dick VanderZyden took ownership and leadership of the company.
2004 – Wolverine Building Group constructed the Spectrum Health Fred and Lena Meijer Heart Center.
2006 – Wolverine North America was founded in 2006 as a separate division of Wolverine Building Group offering full-service program management and construction services for projects throughout the nation.
2007 – Wolverine Building Group constructed Icon on Bond, a 10-story, 120 unit condominium building located just north of downtown Grand Rapids.
2008 – Wolverine Building Group constructed River House Condominiums, the tallest building in downtown Grand Rapids standing at 412 feet high.
2009 – Wolverine Building Group constructed the Hauenstein Neuroscience Center and Houseman Construction joined Wolverine Building Group.
2010 – Wolverine Building Group constructed the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, a state-of-the-art 14-story healthcare facility dedicated to pediatric care.
2014 – Wolverine Building Group completed the rebuild of the Fifth Third Ballpark after a fire destroyed a large portion of the stadium.
2018 – Aaron Jonker and Curt Mulder took ownership and leadership of the company.
2019 – Wolverine Building Group celebrates 80 years of business.
Recent News
View AllRemoving Excessive Snow Buildup on Industrial Metal Buildings and Awnings
February 2, 2026
Winter weather presents unique challenges for industrial facilities, particularly when it comes to snow accumulation on metal buildings and awnings. While snow may appear harmless, excessive buildup can place significant stress on structural components, create safety hazards, and lead to costly repairs or operational disruptions. Proactive snow management is… Read More
When Ice Blocks Drainage, Water Finds a Way In
January 29, 2026
Ice in gutters and downspouts creates liability exposure, water intrusion, and falling hazards. This advisory outlines what building owners should understand before minor conditions become visible failures. Field Evidence The conditions shown below are representative of issues identified during winter inspections and are typically tied to drainage failures… Read More
Whitmer Welcomes Workforce Housing
June 12, 2025
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined Wolverine Building Group, our client Michigan Community Capital, and architect DK Design for a groundbreaking ceremony at Cadillac Lofts Phase II, a workforce housing development. This 50-unit facility is designed to address a need for housing among middle-income residents of northern Michigan. Cadillac Lofts Phase II… Read More