ABOUT FREEDOM CONSTRUCTION

Commercial & Multi-Residential Building & Remodeling

Our Service Difference: Commercial Building Contractors Who Care

Commercial building contractors are rarely celebrated for their communication skills or customer-first attitudes. At Freedom, the focus is on creating a customer-first mentality. Freedom’s goal is to provide our clients and project stakeholders the best possible experience through every phase of the project. This is accomplished through a variety of means, but the first and most important is communication. We expect everyone at Freedom Construction and everyone on our project team to be transparent and informative with our clients. Our clients are the most important part of our work, whether it be for Construction Management, General Contractor Services or Owner’s Representative Services.

A Better Way of Doing Things

Carrie and Matt started Freedom Construction to fulfill a mutual passion for serving others and building a team of shared strengths. They want their clients and team members to experience what they found lacking in past work environments: a culture of integrity, operational excellence, and personal safety—both physical and psychological.

Carrie and Matt identified a shortage of high-quality commercial building contractors in an industry infamous for poor communication, cost overruns, and missed deadlines. Passionate about people-first service, Carrie and Matt knew their dedication to transparent processes and open, collaborative communication would immediately fulfill a dire need in West Michigan.

 

A Need in the Community

As a woman-owned business that prioritizes increasing bid access opportunities for other woman-owned and minority-owned commercial building contractors and suppliers, Freedom Construction brings a much-needed diverse perspective and labor force to the West Michigan industry and economy. According to recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:

  • Only 9.9% of construction industry professionals nationwide are women
  • 6.2% are black
  • 2% are Asian 

Bringing diversity to the industry isn’t just about race or gender; it’s about bringing skills and experiences honed from different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Ultimately, this convergence of diverse abilities allows us to better serve all people in the community, combat unconscious bias, see around corners, catch oversights in planning, and logistically, tap into a labor force that is underutilized in the industry.

Freedom Construction forms intentional partnerships with local institutions and workforce development programs to provide training, internships, partnerships, and employment for people who may not have been afforded these privileges in the past, or for those in need of a second (or third, fourth, etc.) chance in life.

 

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Carrie Wilson

Chief Executive Officer 
Email: cwilson@freedom-gc.com

Carrie Wilson serves Freedom Construction as CEO. With a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, 10+ leadership and operations in multiple industries, and a passion for community, Carrie strives to foster and support equitable opportunities in the commercial construction industry and beyond. In 2023, Carrie was recognized as an ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Nominee by the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, and also landed on Crain’s Grand Rapids “Notable Leaders in Commercial Real Estate” list. Carrie is also a member of the Grand Rapids Rotary Club, the Board of Directors for Builders Exchange of Michigan, and the Grand Valley State University CLAS Advisory Board.

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Matt Wilson

Chief Strategy Officer
Email: mwilson@freedom-gc.com

Matt Wilson, Freedom Construction’s Chief Strategy Officer, is a licensed General Contractor with over 20 years of broad knowledge and experience in trade work and building. He began in commercial and residential construction and property management with his family, spent 7 years as a policeman and firefighter, and eventually transitioned into retail as a Sales Manager and Finance Director in the automotive and RV industries. In 2021, he decided to return to the commercial construction industry and launched Freedom Construction and Consulting, Inc. with his wife Carrie.

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Matthew Wilson

Apprentice
Email: mkwilson@freedom-gc.com

Matthew is a construction apprentice on the Freedom team. He is learning the trade the best way possible—on the job with his parents, Matt and Carrie. Growing up around job sites, he’s now hands-on every day. Picking up the skills, work ethic, and know-how that only come from real experience in the field. Hardworking and eager to master his craft, Matthew takes pride in being part of the family business while building his own future in the industry. Outside of work, he’s adjusting to life with a new puppy who’s full of energy and keeping him busy at home.

 

 

Tigger & Bo

Paw-ject Managers

Tigger and Bo are the official Paw-ject Managers for the Freedom Construction team. These two energetic pups bring plenty of tail wags, enthusiasm, and four-legged supervision to every job site. Whether they’re inspecting dirt piles, testing the durability of fresh mulch, or ensuring the crew takes proper snack breaks, Tigger and Bo make sure morale stays high and the workday stays fun.

Born into the family business, they’ve quickly become essential members of the crew — providing comic relief, loyalty, and the occasional reminder that life’s too short not to chase a ball between tasks. When they’re not managing projects, you can find them keeping Matthew company as he adjusts to life with his new furry sidekick.

 

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Ben Brenneke

Estimator
Email: ben@freedom-gc.com

Ben is a Estimator in the construction industry with a strong background in pile driving and marine construction. His expertise lies in delivering precise and reliable project assessments built on years of hands-on experience in challenging environments. An avid skier, Ben finds exhilaration on the slopes whenever the season allows. He has a particular fondness for the flavors of New Orleans, especially King Cake and classic red beans and rice. At home, Ben shares a joyful life with his lovely wife, Sophie, and their handsome puppy, Tigger.

 

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Aubrey Kroes

Project Engineer
Email: akroes@freedom-gc.com

Aubrey is a dedicated Project Engineer who brings 12 years of proven success from the automotive industry to her role in construction. This unique background gives her a distinctive advantage in leading complex projects from concept through flawless execution. Known for her exceptional communication skills, Aubrey fosters strong, trust-based partnerships with clients, subcontractors, and teams, ensuring collaboration and outstanding results at every stage.

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Jason Swoish

Superintendent
Email: jswoish@freedom-gc.com

Jason brings over 20 years of hands-on construction experience to his work, spanning both residential and commercial projects. He thrives on being out on the job site every day, taking pride in watching a build come together from start to finish and seeing the completed product come to life. Outside of work, Jason is an avid outdoors enthusiast who spends most of his time in nature. His passions include boating, side-by-side (SxS) adventures, hunting, farming, and soaking up the energy of summer festivals and live concerts.

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Casey Wilson

Superintendent
Email: cbwilson@freedom-gc.com

Casey is a seasoned Superintendent in the construction industry, bringing a wealth of hands-on expertise to every project he oversees. With a strong background in excavation, he developed a deep understanding of site preparation, earthmoving, and grading early in his career. Years of building experience have honed his skills in managing complex builds from the ground up, coordinating crews, and ensuring timelines and quality standards are met. Beyond the jobsite, Casey has always been a natural tinkerer, spending countless hours working on cars—troubleshooting engines, rebuilding components, and keeping vehicles running smoothly. 

“It’s easy to make decisions when you know what your values are.”– Roy Disney

Our Values

Tenaciously Pursue Excellence

We pursue excellence with tenacity and resilience. Setbacks are opportunities; challenges are always conquerable; mediocrity is scorned. We relentlessly strive for the highest possible standards of performance and quality in everything we do, and we hold each other accountable to these standards without exception.  

Cultivate Community

We intentionally foster a sense of belonging, respect, and goodwill for all people, in all situations.  We meaningfully connect with others, seeking always to serve first and eat last. We find opportunities to collaborate, support, celebrate and uplift our communities through heartfelt service and intentional engagement. 

Do the Next Right Thing

We strive to do the next right thing in all situations. We accept that we are not perfect, but we commit to failing with integrity. We take ownership, accept consequences, learn from mistakes, and immediately focus on the next right step. 

We Are a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise

Freedom Construction is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the nation’s largest third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women. We recognize the commitment to supplier diversity that is embraced by corporations and government agencies today and we can add diversity to your supply chain.