Owner’s Representative, Construction Consulting, & Commercial Real Estate

in Grand Rapids, MI


Bring your ideas to life

Your Commercial Construction Experts.

At The Barton Group, we help municipalities, developers, and business owners in Grand Rapids, MI protect their investments and deliver successful construction projects. From concept to completion, our team provides hands-on Owner’s Representative, Construction Consulting, and Commercial Real Estate services tailored to your goals.

The Barton Group delivering projects across Battle Creek, MI

Building Better in Battle Creek

From industrial corridors to civic improvements, The Barton Group supports Battle Creek owners with end-to-end oversight. We coordinate teams, manage risk, and keep scope, schedule, and budget aligned—so you can focus on operations. Explore our recent projects and see how our process de-risks delivery.

Why Choose The Barton Group?

  • Local expertise: Permitting, zoning, and contractor landscape in Battle Creek.
  • Trusted relationships: Aligned teams of architects, engineers, and builders.
  • Proven results: Municipal, commercial, and institutional projects delivered on time and on budget.

Why Location Matters in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids’ growth, infill development, and busy commuter corridors call for smart phasing and tight stakeholder coordination. From downtown to surrounding corridors, entitlements, utilities, and contractor availability can influence your critical path. The Barton Group brings owner-focused planning and execution to keep Grand Rapids projects aligned with scope, schedule, and budget.

LET US DO THE HEAVY LIFTING.

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Our Core Services in Grand Rapids, MI

As one of West Michigan’s fastest-growing cities, Grand Rapids thrives on strong partnerships and thoughtful development. The Barton Group provides expert Owner’s Representation, Construction Consulting, and Commercial Real Estate services that help local businesses, institutions, and developers deliver successful projects. From concept to completion, our team ensures every build aligns with your vision, schedule, and investment goals.

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Owner's Representation

We act as your advocate from concept to completion — coordinating contractors, protecting your budget, and ensuring your project meets its goals.

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Construction Consulting

From pre-construction planning to contractor negotiations, we help owners reduce risk and streamline complex builds.

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Commercial Real Estate

With expertise in site selection, due diligence, and property strategy, we help Portage clients identify opportunities and build with confidence.

Who We Serve in Grand Rapids

  • Urban & Infill Developers – mixed-use, adaptive reuse, and corridor reinvestment.
  • Institutions & Enterprises – education, healthcare, and corporate workplaces.
  • Municipal & Nonprofit Partners – community facilities and public realm projects.

With rapid growth and active corridors, GR projects benefit from early stakeholder alignment. Our Owner’s Representation keeps scope, schedule, and budget on track.

Explore recent work across West Michigan.

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Planning a project in Grand Rapids? Let’s talk.

Call us today to schedule your FREE Consultation We help owners reduce risk, streamline timelines, and build smarter from day one.

Grand Rapids Construction Leadership

Across Grand Rapids and West Michigan, The Barton Group supports mixed-use development, adaptive reuse, and institutional growth. With 30 years of regional experience and 100+ combined years on our team, we guide projects from pre-construction planning to on-time delivery, navigating downtown coordination, permitting, and corridor reinvestment. Explore our core services: Owner’s Representation , Construction Consulting , and Commercial Real Estate.

Gary Barton, Founder & Advisor

Gary Barton

Founder & Advisor

Stakeholder relationships, construction expertise, client mentorship

Amelia Barker-King, Principal • Owner’s Representative • REALTOR®

Amelia Barker-King

Principal • Owner’s Representative • REALTOR®

Pre-construction strategy, stakeholder alignment, risk planning

Jennifer Sawyer, Principal • Owner’s Representative

Jennifer Sawyer

Principal • Owner’s Representative

Program management, budget & schedule control, community coordination

In Grand Rapids, we align urban goals with disciplined delivery—so your project advances approvals, engages partners, and strengthens the city’s core. Visit our project gallery to see results across Kent County and West Michigan.