Des Moines University Security System Upgrade
Before upgrading and expanding DMU’s security system, Baker Group conducted a comprehensive survey, which revealed security... Learn More
Experience
From high-profile commercial office and mission-critical facilities to educational and retail buildings, Baker Group’s portfolio demonstrates our commitment to serve clients exceedingly well. Since 1963, that steadfast commitment has stimulated a steady expansion of our services.
Today Baker Group is a recognized leader in applying sophisticated technology and green/sustainable design to construction processes.
To sample true innovation, depth and versatility, click on the headings below.
Portfolio of Work
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Buena Vista University Harold Walter Siebens School of Business/Siebens Forum
Buena Vista University's Siebens Forum is built underground, making some aspects of its $15,000,000 renovation especially... Learn More
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Iowa State University Chiller Plant/Yard Upgrades
With abundant logistical issues and just four months to complete ISU’s comprehensive Chiller Plant/Yard upgrades,... Learn More
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Iowa State University Chiller Plant/Yard Upgrades
With abundant logistical issues and just four months to complete ISU’s comprehensive Chiller Plant/Yard upgrades,... Learn More
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University of Northern Iowa Schindler Education Center
In December 2016, Baker Group will complete work to transform this 146,675-square foot building into a highly efficient, facility. To... Learn More
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Central College A.N. Kuyper Athletic Complex
Central College students and athletes continued to use Central College’s A.N. Kuyper Gymnasium even as Baker Group completely gutted... Learn More
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Des Moines Area Community College
In addition to helping keep people and property safe, high-tech security systems are being used for many other purposes – including... Learn More
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University of Iowa Catlett Residence Hall
Catlett Hall is projected to be LEED Silver-certified for its energy-saving features, which include automated HVAC and other mechanical... Learn More
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Grand View University Student Center & Pedestrian Skywalk
Baker Group provided a complete design-build HVAC and plumbing package with both student comfort and Grand View University's energy... Learn More
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DMACC Perry Career Academy
Similar to the Ames, Iowa location, the DMACC Career Academy at Perry is a combination automotive and trades teaching center.
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Grand View University Hull Dormitory
Grand View University’s student population has steadily increased over recent years. With more than 800 students living on campus,... Learn More
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Grinnell College Noyce Science Center Laboratories
Baker Group was chosen as the Mechanical and Sheet Metal contractor for the Grinnell College Noyce Science Center. The design of this... Learn More
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Grinnell College Langan Hall
Grinnell College renovated Langan Hall dormitory in two months, preventing disruption of the school year.
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Pappajohn Learning Center
The Pappajohn Learning Center has a state-of-the-art design, both of the building itself and of the mechanical system, including a fully... Learn More
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Des Moines University - Student Education Center
The Student Education Center houses many different functions for Des Moines University students and faculty.
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Simpson College Buxton Hall Phase I and II Remodel
Buxton Residence Hall provides suite-style housing units for Simpson College students.
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Des Moines University - Science and Education Building
This project included both an addition and renovation to Des Moines University facilities.
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Featured Projects
111 East Grand
The 111 East Grand multi-tenant, mixed-use building is the first in Iowa to feature mass timber construction, which relies on – and exposes – solid and/or engineered wood for load-bearing rather than steel or concrete.
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220 SE 6th Multi-Use Building & Ramp
Baker Group provided all mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) for this three-story mixed-office building located in the budding Market Street District in Des Moines, IA.
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Altoona City Hall and Police Station
The City of Altoona chose a collaborative design-build process, which is streamlining the construction process, expediting schedules, increasing quality and reducing overall project costs. Baker Group is responsible for its Mechanical and Building Automation systems.
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Des Moines Airport Parking Guidance System
A new parking guidance system – believed to be the first of its kind in Iowa – is enhancing customer convenience, parking space utilization and revenues at the Des Moines International Airport.
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Des Moines University Security System Upgrade
Before upgrading and expanding DMU’s security system, Baker Group conducted a comprehensive survey, which revealed security vulnerabilities. Baker Group leveraged existing security technology to minimize cost while maximizing protection of DMU’s people, property and assets.
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Des Moines Water Works – Backflush Valve Replacement
Extraordinary planning, ingenuity and teamwork avoided a shutdown of Iowa’s largest water treatment plant. Des Moines Water Works personnel say few contractors have the skill to complete such a task.
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Federal Home Loan Bank Remodel/Retrofit
This long-time Baker Group Service client is now using a wide range of Baker Group services to create its new downtown Des Moines headquarters building.
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Holmes Murphy
Trust: Committed to giving Holmes Murphy a modern, two-story workplace, Knapp Properties trusted Baker Group to provide the building’s HVAC, sheet metal, plumbing, piping and automation systems.
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Krause Gateway Center
Collaborative: Working collaboratively with the structural engineer, Baker Group’s mechanical and sheet metal detailers used building information modeling (BIM) to map out building details with pinpoint accuracy.
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