Design-build Projects

Axis Communications enables a smarter and safer world by creating solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, Axis offers solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems –
all enhanced by intelligent analytics applications. When Axis wanted to open a new Experience Center at the Mall of America, Collins was pleased to provide design-build electrical and technology services for the project.

Axis Communications

Forte on the Park, located in the historic Minneapolis Mill District, is a twelve-story, luxury housing complex featuring one- and two-bedroom units in addition to several exclusive penthouse options. Collins worked with the general contractor to provide pre-construction, design services, electrical construction, and technology systems for this expansive project, which includes two floors of underground parking.

Forte on the Park

For nearly twenty years, Paladin Career and Technical High School has provided innovative, individualized educational experiences to high school students in Coon Rapids. When this 9-12+ charter school needed renovations, Collins was pleased to provide electrical services for the project.

Paladin Career & Technical High School

When International Cooling Tower was brought in to replace two cooling towers at Xcel Energy’s Monticello plant, they reached out to Collins for electrical service and expertise on the project.

Xcel Energy Cooling Tower Replacement

With increasing demand for commercial tenant space in the Twin Cities’ northwest suburbs, Opus Development Company sought to create a new, state-of the-art industrial business center in Maple Grove. Opus selected Collins as the design-build electrical contractor for the 200,000-square-foot project.

The Bower

With increasing demand for commercial tenant space in the Twin Cities’ northwest suburbs, Opus Development Company sought to create a new, state-of the-art industrial business center in Maple Grove. Opus selected Collins as the design-build electrical contractor for the 200,000-square-foot project.

Arbor Lakes Corporate Center

When AbelConn LLC sought to move their manufacturing headquarters to Maple Grove, they hired the Opus Development Company who, in turn, selected Collins as the electrical contractor for the project. With more than 500 pieces of manufacturing equipment being relocated, AbelConn needed a design-build electrical partner that could ensure the new facility’s power distribution system would meet its considerable needs.

AbelConn

Working closely with the general contractor and Presbyterian Homes, Collins assisted in the design of the lighting, power, and technology systems for the entire 276-unit complex. The exceptional partnership between Collins, the general contractor and the owner allowed the project to move forward smoothly, despite pandemic-related staffing and supply chain challenges. Ultimately, the Flagstone project was completed ahead of schedule.

Flagstone Senior Living

Collins was selected to provide design-build electrical services for a new LIUNA (Laborers International Union of North America) clinic in Hugo, MN. The clinic serves members of the Minnesota Laborers Union (and their families) and is staffed by HealthPartners clinicians. It offers a variety of in-clinic and virtual services ranging from lab tests and immunizations to respiratory and preventive care.

LIUNA Health and Wellness Clinic

Abbott Laboratories is a multinational medical device and healthcare company that operates in 148 locations across 75 countries. The company engaged Collins to supply ongoing maintenance services for all eight of its Minnesota locations—covering more than 2 million square feet.

Abbott Laboratories Maintenance

Daymark Uptown

In an effort to provide housing for its first-year students, the University of St. Thomas invested in Tommie North Hall, a five-story, 210,000-square-foot residence hall on the north end of its campus. To oversee the project, the University hired Opus Design Build L.L.C., who in turn engaged Collins as its full-service electrical partner.

Lakehaus