Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Excavation Solutions in Michigan
Founded in 1973 by brothers Mark and Matt Nowicki, M&M Excavating has grown from a small family operation into a trusted leader in Michigan's infrastructure development. Our five-decade legacy is built on three core values: Safety & Quality, Pride & Integrity, and Family & Community. We specialize in delivering complex projects including highway construction, airport expansion, underground utilities, and environmental remediation, serving both public and private sector clients across the state. Our team of skilled professionals combines advanced technology with time-tested expertise to execute projects safely, on-time, and within budget.As a multigenerational family business, we maintain a unique culture where employees are considered family members, ensuring their well-being remains our top priority. This philosophy has enabled us to maintain industry-leading safety standards while completing landmark projects like the Air Force One apron at Cherry Capital Airport and 42-mile non-motorized pathways. Through continuous leadership training and annual safety initiatives, we maintain our position at the forefront of Michigan's construction industry while preserving our founding principles.
Services
Excavation Services
Road Construction
Underground Utilities
Airport Development
Site Development
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of continuous service to Michigan communities
- Our family-owned culture ensures employee well-being remains our top priority
- We maintain MDOT pre-qualification in multiple work classifications
- Our dedicated underground utility specialists use confined space certified techniques
- We've completed landmark projects for federal, state, and local agencies
What people say
Great career growth
Strong safety focus
Family atmosphere
Meaningful work
Community impact
Services
Excavation Services
Our excavation division handles projects ranging from small utility trenches to massive earthwork operations. With modern equipment and experienced operators, we deliver precise grading and site preparation for commercial, residential, and infrastructure developments. Our team specializes in complex projects requiring wetland mitigation and environmental compliance.
Underground Utilities
We install and maintain water mains, storm sewers, and sanitary sewer systems using confined space certified crews. Our specialists employ best trenching practices while ensuring minimal disruption to surrounding areas. We maintain compliance with all current storm water regulations and safety standards.
Highway Construction
As MDOT pre-qualified contractors, we handle highway expansion, reconstruction, and maintenance projects. Our experience includes major interstate work on I-75 and I-94, as well as local road improvements. We utilize advanced construction techniques to minimize traffic disruption while maintaining safety.
Airport Development
We specialize in airfield construction meeting FAA safety requirements. Our portfolio includes runway expansions, taxiway construction, and apron development. We've completed critical projects like the Air Force One apron at Cherry Capital Airport, demonstrating our capability in security-sensitive environments.
Site Development
From initial planning to final grading, we handle comprehensive site development projects. Our services include building pad preparation, parking lot construction, and irrigation systems. We collaborate with engineers using advanced software to optimize earthwork balances and project timelines.
People
Ken Nowicki
CEO
Leading M&M Excavating since 2022, Ken brings decades of industry experience. He has overseen major projects like the $10M Cherry Capital Airport expansion and maintains the company's founding commitment to safety and quality.
Brandie Meisner
President/CFO
As President since 2022, Brandie manages financial operations and strategic growth. With deep understanding of infrastructure financing, she ensures project viability while maintaining the company's family-oriented values established in 1973.
John Landrie
Chief Operations Officer
Appointed COO in 2016, John oversees daily operations and project execution. His leadership has expanded our capabilities in complex infrastructure projects while maintaining our commitment to safety-first practices.
Questions
What areas of Michigan do you serve?
We operate throughout Michigan with primary focus on Lower Peninsula infrastructure projects. Our experience includes work from Gaylord to Kalamazoo and all regions in between.
What types of excavation projects do you handle?
We handle all scales of excavation including highway projects, utility installation, airport development, and commercial site preparation. Our equipment handles jobs from small repairs to million-cubic-yard earthwork.
Are you MDOT certified?
Yes, we maintain MDOT pre-qualification in classifications Ea, Fd, I, K, and N2, allowing us to bid on state transportation projects across multiple categories.
How does M&M prioritize safety?
Safety is our #1 priority. We implement annual safety training, maintain certified crews for confined spaces, and enforce strict protocols that have made us industry leaders in workplace safety.
Can you handle environmental compliance projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience with environmental regulations including wetland mitigation, waste water treatment plant construction, and landfill cap installations using various liner technologies.
