BOUMA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI

Family-owned and managed business for over 65 years Rooted in principled, respectful business practices Over 65 years ago, John Bouma Sr. started a business based on integrity, hard work and quality workmanship. Relationship building formed the core of his principles of customer service. Back then, a hand-shake was as good as a contract, reinforced by character and honor. Tile setters John and Paul Bouma borrowed $1,000 from their parents to launch their own business. In an era where a house cost $4,000, this was a significant financial commitment – and one that presented a tremendous opportunity for the brothers. In those early days, Bouma Tile Company focused on residential and commercial tile. The brothers worked out of the basement of Paul’s house. Times were still lean and the days were long – it wasn’t unusual to put in 15-hour workdays. Today, Bouma Construction provides Design-Build, Construction Management and General Contracting services on commercial projects. While we serve a broad range of clients, we specialize in office buildings, shopping malls and retail outlets, hospitals and medical facilities, schools and educational facilities, and renovation work. At Bouma Construction, a handshake is still a handshake. You have our word on that. A COMPANY BUILT ON A FOUNDATION OF INTEGRITY Over the years, Bouma Construction has developed a unique approach to doing business. Defined by integrity and characterized by the Guiding Principles, the “Bouma Way” has developed into both a philosophy and culture designed to deliver the highest quality product to our valued customers. Personal communication with the customer represents the foundation of Bouma’s business. This personalized attention is reflected in a desire to listen and identify customer needs, a commitment to following through on open issues and a desire to establish long-term working relationships. Reflected in the roots of a Dutch community, Bouma Construction shares a passion for quality and a pride in craftsmanship. Bouma considers each project to be a reflection of its character and reputation. Advanced planning, due diligence, financial stature, “know how,” capability and selection of quality partners are the foundation for Bouma’s accelerated delivery of projects. This provides both value and savings to the customer. At Bouma Construction, we prioritize quality. We follow best-in-class project planning strategies to ensure delivery on time and on budget. Bouma Construction is also dedicated to quality craftsmanship utilizing only the best materials. We are committed to meeting your bottom line and ensuring a smooth concluding stage of construction. Bouma Construction’s deep-rooted history dates back to 1950. The lessons we have learned over the past 65 years have shaped our core values and guiding principles. Our mission is to roll up our sleeves and do work we can all take pride in by making the impossible, possible. We work with deep attention to detail and continuously improve how we build through the innovations of our talented team members. We are open to individual ideas and are committed to bringing social and economic value to our communities. Thanks for your interest in Bouma Construction. Please give us a call or send us an email and we’ll be sure to respond to you promptly.