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Foundation Mechanics’ self-perform construction services streamline project execution. Our team operates as an extension of yours, seamlessly adapting to your processes and needs.

Foundation Mechanics is a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)-certified firm. We’re part of the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program and a signatory with the trade unions in the areas where we operate.

We thrive when faced with challenging scopes. Our extensive capabilities make us a leading choice for construction projects in the Chicago Metro area and beyond.

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In-House Crews

Core Competencies

By adding self-perform construction to our repertoire, Foundation Mechanics guarantees superior results.

Full-Project Perspective

We work with the whole project in mind, thanks to our experience in the oversight of multiple scopes.

Adaptable Approach

Where others see roadblocks, we see opportunities to innovate. We bring fresh ideas to solve complex challenges.

In-House Execution

FM is a one-stop shop for multiple project phases. Vertical integration allows us to accelerate schedules and deliver quality results.

Our Services

Self-Perform Solutions

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Sitework + Excavation

FM’s crews perform site preparation and excavation services, clearing the way for foundations, utilities, and new construction.
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Drainage Solutions

Foundation Mechanics constructs effective, aesthetically pleasing stormwater management projects.
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Structures

We build unique structural elements from soldier pile retaining walls to junction chambers and tie-back solutions.

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Our Work

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The Butterfly House at Navy Pier

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Rocky shore, clear water, dense trees, bright blue sky.

Three Oaks Recreation Water Access

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95th Street Station Underground Tank Removal

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Fresh concrete curing after being poured on one side of road.

Thomas Drive Reconstruction

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
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Veterans Memorial Tollway Weigh-In-Motion Replacement

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Reagan Memorial Tollway Weigh-In-Motion Installation

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Yellow excavator digs hillside by water, trees and clouds overhead.

Tam O’Shanter Dam Removal

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Newly paved road lined with barrels, clear sky

Tollway Maintenance Facility Access Road

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
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Taft Avenue Earthwork and Drainage

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Construction barge with workers by a pier; marina and city behind.

Waukegan Harbor North Pier

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Two workers in safety gear insert cylinder into ground.

Jane Addams Tollway Cathodic Protection

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Aerial view: concrete pier under construction, marina and boats.

Waukegan Harbor South Pier

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Brick building with water wheel, fence, plants, and gravel path.

Fullersburg Woods

General Contracting Professional Service Consulting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil Public Space
Wooden bench faces a round garden bed inside an enclosed greenhouse.

The Butterfly House at Navy Pier

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Public Space
Rocky shore, clear water, dense trees, bright blue sky.

Three Oaks Recreation Water Access

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil Public Space
Worker watches excavator lift metal tank at gravel worksite.

95th Street Station Underground Tank Removal

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Environmental Heavy Civil
Fresh concrete curing after being poured on one side of road.

Thomas Drive Reconstruction

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Grooved concrete road, barrier, and cloudy sky in background.

Veterans Memorial Tollway Weigh-In-Motion Replacement

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil Intelligent Transportation Systems
Highway with cars, concrete barrier, trees, and signs visible.

Reagan Memorial Tollway Weigh-In-Motion Installation

Professional Service Consulting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil Intelligent Transportation Systems
Yellow excavator digs hillside by water, trees and clouds overhead.

Tam O’Shanter Dam Removal

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Environmental Heavy Civil
Newly paved road lined with barrels, clear sky

Tollway Maintenance Facility Access Road

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Wide angle of construction site covered in straw and grey material

Taft Avenue Earthwork and Drainage

General Contracting Professional Service Consulting Self-Perform Construction Environmental Heavy Civil
Construction barge with workers by a pier; marina and city behind.

Waukegan Harbor North Pier

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Two workers in safety gear insert cylinder into ground.

Jane Addams Tollway Cathodic Protection

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Aerial view: concrete pier under construction, marina and boats.

Waukegan Harbor South Pier

General Contracting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil
Brick building with water wheel, fence, plants, and gravel path.

Fullersburg Woods

General Contracting Professional Service Consulting Self-Perform Construction Heavy Civil Public Space

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