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Art Van Maren joined the firm in 1985. From modest beginnings in framing and concrete construction, the Van Maren brothers have built everything from town homes to hotels, non-profit social and co-operative housing, care facilities, seniors housing, luxury high-rise condominiums, office/retail to industrial buildings. In the process the Van Maren’s have earned a wealth of experience that has enabled them to better serve their clients and create a successful business.</p> <p>Van Maren has developed a first class reputation with owners, lenders, investors and design teams. With over 15,000 multi-family units to its credit, from wood frame town home and apartment projects to concrete high-rises and a host of industrial, retail, health care, office and institutional projects, Van Maren has gained a broad knowledge of the design, construction and development process.</p> <p>In 2002 Eric and Bernie Van Maren decided to end their involvement in the construction business and concentrate their energies on their financing and development business. Art Van Maren stayed in the construction business and re-launched the company as VanMar Constructors Inc.</p> <p>Since 2002 VanMar has completed a host of projects including 8 health care campuses which include assisted living, independent living, complex care, dementia units, adult day care, child day care and walk in clinics. Also completed are 7 apartments and townhouse projects, 4 student housing projects, a waste transfer station, a convention lodge and 2 commercial projects. </p> <p>The busy construction marketplace has permitted VanMar to enjoy steady growth over the past 8 years. VanMar’s reputation, strong relationships and diverse experience should enable the firm to build on its success for the future.</p> <p align="right"><a href="#">top</a></p> <h3>Philosophy of VanMar Constructors</h3> <p>VanMar’s focus has been work for a select group of valued clients and to provide them with the best possible pre-construction and construction services. We do not strive to work for everybody; we select clients who manage their work well, work well in a team atmosphere and conduct themselves with integrity. Our philosophy is to build lasting relationships with our valued clients by conducting business with the utmost integrity, trust and commitment. Consistently providing superior performance has resulted in a lot of repeat work from the same group of clients. The loyalty of these clients has been one of the principal reasons for VanMar’s success. VanMar’s vision for the future is to continue to remain committed to our valued clients and to ensure that we continue to provide them with the best possible service.</p> <p>A company’s strength is in its people and VanMar has a highly talented and dedicated group of construction professionals both in the field and in the office. All of the employees are dedicated and committed to the success of their projects and pride themselves in completing projects on schedule and on budget to the highest standards of quality. </p> <p>VanMar prides itself on the strong relationships it has forged with various design consultants. Our extensive experience with design build project delivery methods has exposed us to many different design teams. We have the experience to be able to identify the appropriate design and consultant team for the project. We are able to assemble a team which will provide innovative, economic and quality design.</p> <p>VanMar also prides itself on the strong relationships it has forged with their subtrades and suppliers. VanMar is loyal to those subtrades and suppliers who consistently provide quality workmanship for a competitive price. Our relationships with key subcontractors and suppliers are one of the reasons why VanMar has developed a reputation for providing quality work, performed on schedule, for a competitive price.</p> <p align="right"><a href="#">top</a></p> </div> <div id="cta"> <a href="/project-profiles/photo-gallery.htm" id="cta-build" class="cta-item">Our Project Gallery</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="footer-container-overflow"> <div id="footer-container"> <div id="footer-outer"> <div id="footer"> <div id="footer-left">© 2010 VanMar Constructors Inc. 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