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People, Partnerships, Expertise, + Community

Building Together

From the start, Ideal Contracting has been dedicated to being different, thinking outside the box, and staying grounded. We understand what it takes to get the job done, but we go beyond that to cultivate genuine relationships with our clients, partners, and team members. It’s through this approach that we have grown into a leading construction firm in the industry.

Ideal by the Numbers

$500M

In Annual Revenue

400+

Skilled Trades Personnel

20x

GM Supplier of the Year

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Culture + Values

Culture + Values

Community Impact

Community Impact

Leadership

Leadership

History

History

Where We Work

Built on a reputation for safety + quality in the construction industry, Ideal Contracting has grown to become one of Michigan’s largest general contractors and a nationally recognized steel erector. Our team continues to expand our footprint across the United States, supporting clients in a wide range of markets.

Awards + Recognition

Safety Awards

1x
AGC Construction Safety Excellence Award
8x
AISC Safety Award
6x
AGC National Safety Award
13x
CAM Safety Achievement Award
9x
TAUC Thomas J. Reynolds Excellence In Construction Safety + Health
21x
AGC of Michigan Outstanding Safety Performance
3x
NMPAC Zero Recordable Injury Safety Award
2x
AGC Excellent Safety Record

Performance Awards

20x
General Motors Supplier of the Year
2x
ENR Midwest Best Project Award
2x
AGC Build Michigan Award
2025
CREW Detroit Impact Project Award
2012
General Motors Overdrive Award for Sustainability
2025
ESD Construction + Design Award
3x
MMSDC Supplier of the Year
2005
NMSDC Supplier of the Year Award
2006
DBIA National Design-Build Award
2x
SMPS Southeast Michigan Magic Marketing Award
1x
TAUC Joseph R. La Rocca Project of the Year
2x
IMPACT Project of the Year
2026
AGC of America Build America Award

Diversity Awards

2x
DTE Energy Supplier Diversity Award
2x
MMSDC MBE Luminary of the Year Award Winner - Ideal Group
1x
MHCC High Impact Business Enterprise of the Year - Ideal Group
1x
Martin Luther King Jr. Social Justice Award - Frank Venegas Jr, Ideal Founder/Chairman
2x
FCA Diversity Award - Ideal Group
1x
General Motors Supplier Impact Silver Award
2x
General Motors Driving Diversity Gold Award - Ideal Group

Organizational Affiliations

Ideal Contracting is proud to be connected with a diverse network of organizations at both the local and national levels. These partnerships play a vital role in shaping our industry and driving our company forward. We’re honored to collaborate with each of them as we work together to support growth and build the future.

Customer-Focused. Family-Oriented. Community-Driven.

Ideal Contracting is part of The Ideal Group of Companies, a family-owned, customer-focused company delivering innovative solutions. Together, Ideal Group provides maximum value in construction services, manufacturing, and indirect material management.