Downing

06/03/2026

Most people never get to see how an MRI machine makes its way into a building.

For this clinic project, a section of the exterior wall was designed with a removable storefront window so the MRI machine could be brought in at the end of construction. Once the window was removed, a crane was used to place the MRI directly into its new home.

The installation itself is just one step, but it reflects the level of planning that goes into healthcare projects, not only for day one but for the entire life of the building. The room, the building, and the installation process all have to work together long before the equipment arrives on site.

Swipe through to see how it all came together.

05/29/2026

Keeping skills sharp and safety top of mind.

Several members of our Operations team renewed their aerial lift and rough terrain forklift certifications on Wednesday. At Downing, ongoing training helps ensure our team is prepared, confident, and ready to deliver projects for our clients.

05/22/2026

We were thrilled to celebrate alongside Simpson College last Friday at the official ribbon cutting for the Fiterman Training Center!

This new home for Simpson’s women’s and men’s gymnastics programs creates new opportunities for students, athletes, and the entire campus community. We are grateful to have partnered with Simpson to help make their vision a reality!

05/20/2026

Last Friday, our admin team took advantage of the great weather and escaped the office for a jobsite tour of our current projects.

05/15/2026

We’re celebrating Joe Butler, Ethan Brown, Alex Gross, Brandon Teno, Ashley Kingery, Justin Marvin, Justin Callies, Morgan Pierce, and Josh Hardenbrook this May for the impact they bring to Downing. Their dedication and commitment make our team stronger, and we’re thankful to have them with us. 👏

05/13/2026

Exciting news from New Market, IA! We were thrilled to recently break ground alongside OneSource Restoration at their new location in southwest Iowa. Stay tuned as we build toward opening day!

05/13/2026

05/08/2026

This morning, our team held a quarterly meeting to review our Vision/Traction Organizer and discuss how AI can be utilized within our organization. We're grateful for the opportunity to take a pause from the day-to-day, reflect on where we’re headed, and ensure we are aligned on the goals that continue to move Downing forward.

05/01/2026

We recently broke ground on Urbandale Family Dentistry! Excited to turn this vision into a space that will serve the community for years to come.

04/24/2026