Pioneer Construction

Pioneer Construction builds exceptional facilities that perform for our clients... on time and in budget. We are headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan and provide construction solutions throughout the continental United States.

Building throughout four generations of family ownership, we have been fortunate to construct many landmark environments in which people learn, heal, worship, work, govern, play, shop and live. We have intentionally developed this diverse project experience so we can apply best practices from a broad range of construction types to benefit each assignment.

As a true builder employing over two-hundred talented craft and trade professionals, we offer extensive self-performance abilities that enable us to provide unsurpassed budget, schedule, and quality control.

With expertise in a variety of delivery methods including General Contracting, Design/Build, and Construction Management, we customize our approach based on the specifics of each project and the goals of our clients.

Our commitment to sustainable design and construction, safety, inclusion, and community involvement set us apart in our industry.

Mission

Our Mission is: TO BUILD
No matter how you further describe our mission, whether it's...

TO BUILD quality construction projects and finish them on time and on budget.
TO BUILD with skill and craftsmanship.
TO BUILD with passion
TO BUILD with respect
TO BUILD sustainably
TO BUILD safely
TO BUILD profitably

...one thing remains the same, our mission and purpose is TO BUILD.

At Pioneer, we believe that being a true builder is critical to our success. It is in the spirit of this longstanding philosophy that we focus on self-performance of key trades to drive project outcomes. This approach insures that our people can expertly control the schedule, quality, safety, and cost on every project. Continuously investing in our people, equipment, and new technology keeps us fresh and motivated as a company. Pioneer is setting the benchmark of what it means to be a true builder.

Ultimately, it’s about people and our ability to get things done right. We strive to deliver the very best to our clients with an upbeat and professional attitude every step of the way. Our goal is to be the best. We measure our success in many ways, most notably by our percentage of repeat customers. We strive to be highly sought after for our hands on, self-performing approach which adds value to our client’s projects, lowering their risk, and increasing their return on investment.

How must we execute our mission? By understanding and living our Core Values. Our Core Values are stated in “The Pioneer Creed”.

History

Originally from the Netherlands, Earl Beckering Sr. worked his way to the United States of America as a carpenter aboard a ship. He eventually settled in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In 1933, the young entrepreneur founded Beckering Construction Company. From the beginning, Earl established a reputation for strong work ethics, personal service, quality craftsmanship and a hands-on management approach. In honor of Earl Sr.’s legacy, these qualities continue to be the trademark of our company.

In 1962, under the leadership of Beckering’s son, Earl Jr., the company name was changed to Pioneer Construction to reflect the innovative attitude and expanding services of the rapidly growing firm. In 1971, Earl’s son, Tom, took the reins of the company. Under his leadership, Pioneer Construction expanded to become one of the largest full-service construction companies in the mid-west. Now in the fourth generation of family ownership, Tom’s son-in-law, Tim Schowalter, has positioned the company as a recognized leader in sustainable building while maintaining our heritage of quality construction delivered on-time and in-budget.

As the prime construction employer in West Michigan, Pioneer has a multi-talented workforce of over two-hundred people. Many of our team members have worked with Pioneer for over fifteen years. The strength of our organization is in the skilled hands and creative minds of these team members. We strive to build on the qualities upon which the company was founded while remaining at the forefront of innovation in an ever changing industry.