Ideal Group

06/16/2026

Learn why Detroit-based Ideal Contracting is ENR Midwest's Contractor of the Year.

06/15/2026

06/09/2026

Engineering News-Record (ENR) has released its 2026 Top 400 Contractors list, and we’re proud to have climbed to #234, a jump of more than 20 spots from last year.

This achievement is a direct reflection of our team’s collaboration and commitment to excellence across every project we take on. Together, we continue to strengthen our position as a growing leader in the construction industry.

Congratulations to everyone at Ideal Contracting on this well-earned recognition!

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

In May, General Motors recognized Ideal Contracting as a 2025 GM Supplier of the Year! This marks our team’s 20th Supplier of the Year Award from GM, a true testament to our strong collaboration over more than 20 years.

“It’s always an honor to be recognized by your customer,” said Rich Brown, President of Ideal Contracting. “But to have earned the coveted Supplier of the Year Award from General Motors on 20 separate occasions is truly exceptional. On behalf of the entire Ideal Contracting team, we are proud to once again be named among GM’s top global suppliers. This is a distinction we do not take for granted, and we sincerely thank the General Motors team for their continued collaboration and shared commitment to making a positive impact on the world around us.”

We’re incredibly proud of this milestone and grateful for the continued trust and teamwork with General Motors.

Read the full release here: https://idealcontracting.com/news-insights/ideal-contracting-named-a-2025-supplier-of-the-year-by-general-motors/

06/01/2026

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05/28/2026

We’re looking for an experienced, highly motivated Civil Project Manager to join the Ideal Contracting team!

A Civil Project Manager at Ideal is someone who thrives in complex construction environments and brings expertise in areas such as earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, site development, and roadway work. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to drive projects forward safely and efficiently.

If you or someone you know are well-versed in heavy civil construction and ready for an exciting opportunity to support the continued growth of our civil operations while building a rewarding career, we want to hear from you.

To learn more about this role and explore all of our open positions, visit: https://idealcontracting.com/careers/

05/21/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate Alina Baciu for 20 Years of dedication, teamwork, and impact to the Ideal Setech team.

Alina has been a driving force for the Ideal team for two decades now and continues to be a key part of our success!

05/20/2026

Our team was proud to participate in the 2026 Michigan Kidney Walk at the Detroit Zoo, with more than 200 Ideal team members coming together in support of this meaningful cause.

Together, we helped raise critical funding, bring awareness to kidney disease, and strengthen connections within our community.

Thank you to the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan for organizing such an impactful event, and to everyone who walked alongside us this year. We’re honored to be part of the effort.

05/19/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate Kyle O'Leary and Matthew Bierwagen for 5 years of dedication, teamwork, and impact with Ideal Setech.

Thank you all for being a key part of our success!