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News Release: Opus Breaks Ground on Build-to-Suit Facility for Elgin Recycling

Construction is underway on a new build-to-suit facility for Elgin Recycling in Gilberts, IL.

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Thought Leadership: Mike Yungerman on the Impact of Tariffs

Mike participated in a panel discussion on the impact of tariffs on development, construction and leasing hosted by NAIOP Chicago.

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Giving: Opus Foundation Awards Over $1.5 Million in Impact Fund Grants

7.15.25 | Blog Post

With a commitment to help build communities and support efforts that make them better places to live, work and raise families, the Opus Foundation recently awarded over $1.5 million in grants to deserving nonprofit organizations across the country.

News Release: KSI Auto Parts Expands Presence in Greater Detroit with Full Building Airport Corporate Center Lease

6.24.25 | News Release

KSI Auto Parts has signed a full building lease for one of two industrial buildings in our Romulus, MI, Airport Corporate Center development.

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News Release: As Longtime CEO Retires, Opus Unveils a Blueprint for the Future

5.20.25 | News Release

Tim Murnane, president and chief executive officer for the last 15 years, has announced his retirement, setting into motion an 18-month succession transition that will see Matt Rauenhorst, president and chief executive officer of development, assume that position.

Design-Build: Formidable Site Work Couldn’t Prevent Alsip Park 294 Development

4.9.25 | Blog Post

An infill site in suburban Chicago proved to be one of the most challenging development projects our team has undertaken, and its successful completion is credited to our integrated design-build approach.

Thought Leadership: Jim Caesar and Mike Robinson on Chicago Infill Developments

3.13.25 | Blog Post

Jim and Mike dive into the pros and cons of infill developments in an article for Chicago Industrial Properties.

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Giving: Opus Foundation Awards Over $3.4 Million in Grants

2.3.25 | Blog Post

Committed to building community for a better tomorrow, in December 2024 the Opus Foundation awarded over $3.4 million in grants.

Recognition: Development & Construction Named to Midwest Best of the Best

1.10.25 | Blog Post

Our work was recognized based on square feet developed and construction revenue.

We All Belong: Annual United Way Campaign

12.12.24 | Blog Post

Our associates collectively came together to help shape a future where We all Belong!

The Opus Group® Names Two Development Vice Presidents in Chicago Office to Lead Existing and New Market Expansion

11.14.24 | News Release

Paul Robertson and Mike Robinson have nearly 50 years of commercial real estate development experience.

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Dash Downers Grove Receives Community Investment Award

9.17.24 | Blog Post

The economic development and tourism agency for the Village of Downers Grove recognized the 167-unit metropolitan-style living community.

Dash Downers Grove Advances Sustainability & Healthy Living with Certifications

4.8.24 | Blog Post

Dash Downers Grove, a 167-unit apartment building, features an impressive array of sustainability and wellness features and amenities – and the certifications to go with them.

In the News: March 29, 2024

3.29.24 | Blog Post

Industrial developments are in this week's news.

In the News: March 8, 2024

3.8.24 | Blog Post

A multifamily development and a promotion are in this week's news.

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Christopher House Advances Early Childhood Education Initiative with Opus Foundation Grant

2.21.24 | Blog Post

The Chicago nonprofit is building a strong pipeline of qualified early childhood teachers with the help of a $300,000 multi-year grant from the Opus Foundation.