Services
Over 130 Years of Construction Expertise
From preconstruction to close-out, we bring expertise, precision, and partnership to every phase of your project.
We Plan
- Pre-planning
- Conceptual Estimating
- Value Engineering
- Scheduling
We Manage
- Construction Management
- General Contracting
- Design-Build
We Build
- Concrete
- Carpentry
- General Trades
Preconstruction
Smart planning tailored to your project.
Our preconstruction services are designed to bring clarity and confidence to your planning process — no matter where you’re starting from. Whether it’s validating a conceptual design, projecting early costs, or refining logistics ahead of construction, we collaborate with you and your design team to tailor the right mix of services for your needs.
We offer strategic pre-planning, conceptual estimating, value engineering, schedule development, safety planning, and subcontractor engagement — all focused on aligning your vision with budget and constructability. From first concept through bid phase, our goal is to uncover cost-saving opportunities, identify risks early, and lay a strong foundation for project success.
Construction
Management
Experienced oversight, aligned with your goals.
As your Construction Manager, we act as an extension of your team — advocating for your interests from planning through close-out. We lead the process with transparency, consistency, and a commitment to quality at every stage.
Our services include cost tracking, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, and on-site supervision. We prioritize jobsite safety, open communication, and detailed reporting, keeping you informed and your project on track. From managing progress meetings and inspections to overseeing commissioning and FF&E coordination, we handle the details so you can stay focused on the big picture.
General
Contracting
Trusted delivery, built on 130 years of experience.
For over a century, project owners across Michigan have counted on Spence Brothers to deliver high-quality construction through traditional general contracting. We bring deep-rooted expertise, long-standing subcontractor relationships, and hands-on craftsmanship to every build — with a steadfast commitment to safety, integrity, and value.
Whether competitively bid or negotiated, we manage the process with experienced supervision, quality-focused execution, and a proven track record of treating partners fairly. When you hire Spence Brothers, you’re not just hiring a contractor — you’re gaining a team backed by generations of trusted relationships and a reputation that’s been earned over 130 years.
Design-
Build
Streamlined delivery through a single trusted team.
Design-build offers an efficient, unified approach to construction — combining design and construction under one contract and one team. With Spence Brothers as your design-builder, you gain early cost certainty, faster project delivery, and simplified coordination from start to finish.
We leverage strong relationships across the design community to assemble teams that are right-sized for your goals — not just lowest cost. It’s a turnkey approach that reduces the Owner’s day-to-day coordination and shifts more performance responsibility to the design-builder. For clients who value trust, efficiency, and accountability, design-build is a powerful project delivery solution.
Self
Perform
Hands-on expertise that strengthens our projects.
Spence Brothers was built by tradesmen — starting with two brothers rebuilding their hometown after a devastating fire in 1893. That legacy of craftsmanship lives on through our ability to self-perform concrete, carpentry, and general trades when it brings added value to the project.
Whether it’s complex structural concrete, finish carpentry, or selective demolition, our trade crews provide quality, speed, and field insight that enhance overall project delivery. Self-perform work supports tighter cost control, safer jobsites, and stronger collaboration — reinforcing our commitment to building the right way, just as we’ve done for over 130 years.
Why Choose
Spence Brothers?
- 130+ years of experience across Michigan
- Deep relationships with regional subcontractors and authorities
- Safety-first, quality-focused, team-oriented approach
- Local insight, statewide expertise
Let’s Get to Work
Whether you’re still in the planning stages or ready to break ground, our team is here to help. We’ll work with you to define the right services, build the right team, and deliver the results your project deserves.