A-MAC Construction Services
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A-MAC Construction Services
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Built on Legacy. Driven by Vision.
The A-MAC name has been synonymous with quality and integrity in the African American construction community since 1969, when Andrew McLemore Sr. founded A-MAC Sales & Builders. Over the past 55 years, A-MAC has played a key role in rebuilding Detroit and shaping the future of Southeastern Michigan. Today, A-MAC Construction Services continues that legacy as a trusted, self-performing general contractor across Southeastern Michigan — delivering quality and accountability on every project.
Previous Projects
The Wellness Plan HQ Renovation
A-MAC was the Construction Manager for the $17,000,000 rehabilitation of the two existing buildings for The Wellness Plan as part of their consolidation of operations into Detroit's "New Center" area.
CVS Pharmacy
The A-MAC Development Group, in partnership with Touchstone Development, was both the developer and owner of multiple CVS Pharmacy locations throughout the Detroit area. A-MAC Construction Services acted as Construction Manager for these projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion while meeting the rigorous standards of the CVS brand and the retail pharmaceutical industry.
Saint Aubin Marina
Benjamin Manor Townhomes
Due to the unique nature of the facility, A-MAC self-performed all architectural construction trades in the development of the Saint Aubin Marina. Our scope of work included concrete, masonry, specialty carpentry, metals and metal finishes, window installation, painting, and other architectural specialties.
Benjamin Manor Townhomes
Benjamin Manor Townhomes
This 81-unit Low Income Housing Tax Credit financed development, located in Highland Park, Michigan, was funded by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. The project was the first new housing constructed in the city in 20 years. The project was named in honor of Benjamin McLemore and Dr. Benjamin McLemore, the father and brother of A-MAC founder Andrew McLemore Sr., respectively.
As the MSHDA Sponsor, Developer,
and Builder, the A-MAC team was able to respond to project design and cost changes in real time during the approval process achieving a record setting 11 months from initial submission to closing. While simultaneously creating bid packs and an outreach and inclusion program that achieved over 56% MBE participation., and completing the project 4 months ahead of schedule.
Piston's Parks Program
School Renovation Programs
As Program Manager for the City of Detroit Parks Program, A-MAC was responsible for assessing selected city parks and developing individual scopes of work through design charrettes aimed at meeting the recreational needs of local communities. Acting as the central coordinating entity, A-MAC facilitated collaboration between the Detroit Parks and Recreation Department, Detroit Public Schools, contractors, equipment suppliers, philanthropic organizations, and the Pistons Palace Foundation.
A-MAC’s responsibilities included the creation and implementation of project budgets, administrative and construction procedures, value engineering, development of project and master schedules, oversight of land control issues, and on-site construction supervision.
School Renovation Programs
School Renovation Programs
A-MAC was the largest construction vendor for Detroit Public Schools and ranked among its top five overall vendors by dollar volume for five consecutive years. Our team successfully delivered a wide range of major projects, including a district-wide window replacement program, interior renovations for Empowered Schools, construction of high school health clinics, and the HVAC system replacement in the Schools Center Building.
With a deep understanding of the strict standards and unique challenges of working in active educational environments, particularly around children, A-MAC has developed a strong niche in education construction. In addition to Detroit Public Schools, we have completed projects for Birmingham Schools, Harper Woods Schools, Oak Park Schools, and Southfield Public Schools, as well as for higher education institutions such as Wayne State University and Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD).
Greenfield Apartment Renovation
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
Comprised of 200 units in 4 complexes, the Greenfield Apartments, represent just a portion of the thousands of Apartments renovated for both private owners and public housing commissions and authorities through the years.
The most aggressive project to day has been Detroit Housing Commission's 30/30 contract. Designed to alleviate severe homelessness, contractors were asked to "turn" 30 units in 30 days in several public housing complexes. A-MAC was one of only two vendors to rise to this challenge. Working in 3 shifts, A-MAC crews successfully completed 3 of these contracts.
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
A-MAC was contracted by the City of Detroit to construct a state-of-the-art training facility for the Detroit Police Department. The facility includes a large auditorium with a stage, classrooms, specialized weapons and tactical training rooms, administrative offices, a commercial kitchen, locker rooms, a garage, and a vehicle maintenance area. The facility was designed to support the full spectrum of police training and operational needs as well as an emergency command post.
Burton Correctional Facility
Rouge Park Police Training Facility
Burton Correctional Facility
One of 3 "youth detention" facilities renovated by A-MAC for the State of Michigan, the original John R structure was an extended care / senior living facility. Significant renovations, security and structural upgrades were undertaken to meet the State of Michigan’s stringent requirements for youth detention and corrections. These included the addition of a gym, recreation area, classrooms, and secure inmate transport area. Additionally, a complete renovation of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems was required to me the demanding corrections industry requirements.