Owen-Ames-Kimball Co.

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. (O-A-K) is a commercial construction management firm headquartered at 126 Ottawa Ave NW Ste 600 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Operating continuously since 1891, the employee-owned company maintains established regional offices in Michigan, Colorado, and Florida to serve clients across the nation. Grounded in its foundational philosophy of "People First. Built to Last.," O-A-K specializes in managing complex capital projects across seven core market sectors: K-12 education, higher education, commercial developments, non-profit facilities, government infrastructure, healthcare centers, and aviation hubs. Their Grand Rapids leadership team collaborates with public institutions, private entities, and trade partners to deliver functional community spaces, ranging from public school elementary campuses and collegiate academic halls to athletic facilities and municipal storage structures.

The company delivers end-to-end construction oversight through a structured project planning, superintendence, and management process designed to maintain strict jobsite safety and accountability. O-A-K emphasizes long-term client relationships and active trade partner coordination to guide projects efficiently from initial planning through final construction. Clients benefit from a dedicated project management team—including specialized roles like general superintendents, directors of field operations, and project managers—who manage schedules, materials, and safety protocols on site. By combining regional geographic reach with tailored sector expertise, Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. ensures transparent communication and reliable project execution for community-focused developments nationwide.