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Our Lady of Grace Activity Center Wins DBIA-UMR Award

Located in Edina, Minn., the project exemplifies the principles of design-build delivery.

Groundbreaking on Airport Corporate Center Spec Industrial in Romulus, Michigan

The two buildings at 33100 and 33200 Smith Road will total more than 270,000 square feet and are being marketed for warehouse and distribution tenants between 40,000 and 270,000 square feet.

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Groundbreaking on Distribution Facility for RJ Schinner in Cottage Grove, Minnesota

5.10.23 | News Release

A groundbreaking ceremony for the project was held on May 5.

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Spirit of Partnership: From Customer to Developer for Andersen

5.9.23 | Blog Post

When selecting building materials for our projects, we set the bar high. That’s why for more than a decade, our architects have specified Andersen Windows and Doors for many of our multifamily projects. That’s just the surface level of the Opus/Andersen story.

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Construction Associates Celebrate Annual Safety Awards

5.4.23 | Blog Post

In late April, construction associates attended the 4th Annual Virtual Opus Safety Awards. An award is given to an entire project team for outstanding achievement in establishing and maintaining safety.

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PREP-KC Named 2023 Building Community Award Winner

4.26.23 | Blog Post

The Kansas City nonprofit will receive a $70,000 Opus Foundation Grant!

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GREENteam Advances Sustainability In & Out of Opus

4.24.23 | Blog Post

Respecting the environment is a component of our corporate responsibility commitment. We strive to protect natural resources and reduce negative impact. Our GREENteam is an advocate of all things sustainability at Opus.

The Opus Group’s 1919 at Mile High Apartments in Denver’s Jefferson Park neighborhood

In the News: April 21, 2023

4.21.23 | Blog Post

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

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Operation Breakthrough Launches Program to Prepare Teens for Careers Beyond High School

4.20.23 | Blog Post

Eight years after winning our first Building Community Award, Operation Breakthrough has expanded their impact on youth in Kansas City with a new program – the Ignition Lab.

Building on 70 Years

4.18.23 | Blog Post

April 22 marks our Founder’s Day – the date Gerry Rauenhorst signed his first contract for a construction business that would evolve into The Opus Group of today.

First Phase of River Road Logistics Completed, Second Phase Starts

4.17.23 | News Release

We recently completed construction on the first building in the 40-acre development; the second building is slated for completion in August 2023.

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In the News: April 14, 2023

4.14.23 | Blog Post

A student living and industrial development, Chicago suburban office trends and a promotion are in this week's news.

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Melody on Main Opens in Downtown Mesa

4.13.23 | News Release

Melody on Main, a new mixed-use project, is now leasing and welcoming new residents.

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Opus Time Lapse: Warner Commerce Center Completion

4.12.23 | Video

With significant demand for modern industrial space in the surrounding area, we delivered a two-building, 197,000-square-foot speculative industrial center in the Phoenix suburb of Tempe, Arizona.

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Arbor Lakes Wins Award for Site Remediation & Hazardous Waste Treatment

4.6.23 | Blog Post

Arbor Lakes Corporate Center has won the ACEC/Minnesota Grand Award.

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Nick Murnane Promoted Vice President & General Manager

4.5.23 | News Release

Nick Murnane has been promoted to vice president and general manager, overseeing its Minneapolis development team.

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Opus Women’s Network Making an Impact, Advocating for Women

3.30.23 | Blog Post

Now seven years old, OWN empowers and fosters the development of women at Opus. OWN was created as a grass roots effort to help women feel more supported and connected at work – the same reason the group exists today.

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Opus Time Lapse: Crossroads I-70/I-75 Logistics Center Completion

3.29.23 | Video

We developed, designed and constructed a 213,063-square-foot speculative industrial building in Union, Ohio, approximately 14 miles north of Dayton.

Responsible by Design: Our 2022 Annual Report

3.21.23 | Blog Post

We recently codified our long-standing commitment to corporate responsibility. From how we operate our business to how we support our communities and people, our work is intentional and thoughtful, and we approach it with great purpose.

Associate Spotlight: Christine Butterfield – Seasoned Property & Facilities Management Pro

3.20.23 | Blog Post

“Employees who feel they are treated with respect turn around and treat your clients and partners with that same level of respect.” With more than two decades of experience at Opus, Christine has seen this at every level within the company.

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