Fessler & Bowman’s Post

Every day, we walk across roads and sidewalks, often without realizing the hard work beneath our feet. There's a whole system of infrastructure under us that keeps everything running smoothly, thanks to experts in both above and underground construction who make these projects possible! We’ve just wrapped up a major transformation on Jefferson Avenue in Saginaw, completing nearly half a mile of full-depth road reconstruction. Our team removed old asphalt and concrete, abandoned the existing 12-inch water main, installed new water mains, and upgraded storm sewer systems. We also added new storm sewer catch basins, leads, and manholes. The revamped roadway now features a solid new base, along with new curbs, sidewalks, and pavement markings. A big thanks to Michigan Department of Transportation, the City of Saginaw, and our incredible team for making this transformation possible!

Fessler & Bowman is coming to a career fair near you! Whether you’re a student or know someone eager to dive into the construction industry, these events are incredible opportunities to explore what we have to offer.   Mark your calendars: Thursday, September 12 - Ferris State University Thursday, September 19 - Northern Michigan University Saturday, September 21 - Fessler & Bowman Michigan Skilled Trades Hiring Event Wednesday, October 9 - Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) Wednesday, October 9 - Diesel Days Ferris State University Thursday, October 10 - Diesel Days Ferris State University Friday, October 11 - MiCareer Quest @ Saginaw Valley State University Wednesday, October 23 - MiCareer Quest @ the Dort Event Center in Flint   We can't wait to meet the future of Fessler & Bowman!

Without labor, nothing prospers. You’ve worked so hard, construction industry— enjoy a well earned break today!

Welcoming new people to the industry and investing in their success through training and mentorship is the best contribution we can make to the industry, our customers, and the future of our company.   In partnership with Job Corps, we welcomed skilled trades interns to a summer long pre-apprenticeship program, and today they celebrated graduation from the program with a Signing Day, all joining unions as official apprentices continuing their education with jobs at Fessler & Bowman. 

We are deeply grateful to be involved in the Stowe Regional Water Resource Recovery Facility project alongside The Haskell Company and Charlotte Water! This collaboration represents a significant step forward in advancing sustainable water management and enhancing the community’s infrastructure.

The team enjoyed our annual event celebrating our interns and pre-apprentices! Fessler & Bowman welcomed college and high school students as interns and pre-apprentices in almost every department from the field to finance. They’ve absorbed so much knowledge, tackled challenges with enthusiasm, and shown tremendous growth throughout the summer. We're excited about their future and proud of how they've embraced every learning opportunity. We kicked off with a jobsite tour of the Bavarian Inn Lodge & Conference Center, where our superintendents, Stephen Malenich and Bryan Bitterman, shared insights from the front lines of an active project. Guest speakers from R.C. Hendrick & Son, Inc. and our own F&B Regional Director, Michael Arnold, who shared their journeys and advice. The hands-on activity was a highlight – our students had a friendly competition using GPS Total Stations in a scavenger hunt led by LIUNA Training of Michigan instructors. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch and some fun goodies from Carhartt and Homemade Chocolates By Michelle. Andrea Alvarez, Director of Workforce Development, leads this outstanding program. Andrea shared impressive stats about our student programs, which began in 2020 with just 4 students and have now expanded across multiple states. In 2023, we welcomed 24 students, with a majority of our pre-apprentices moving into registered apprenticeships or full-time positions at F&B. This year, we celebrated 26 students, including two returning faces and 12 second-generation F&B team members. We enjoyed collaborating with Job Corps to bring in our pre-apprentices, who made a wonderful addition to our team this summer and we can’t wait to see where their careers take them next!