Foundation Steel, a woman-owned, AISC-certified F firm headquartered in Swanton, Ohio, has expanded its integrated pre-construction and steel erection capabilities to address project delays caused by fragmented coordination between design, fabrication, and field execution.
With more than 6,000 completed projects and a workforce of 325-plus professional craftsmen, the company now delivers a seamless workflow — from early design assist and estimating through concrete reinforcement to final steel installation — serving general contractors and construction managers across Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and beyond.
Foundation Steel's structural steel erectors bring that same partnership approach to every project type — interstate bridges, healthcare facilities, automotive warehouses, sports arenas, and industrial structures alike. From estimating and detailing through project management and field installation, one team stays with the job from start to finish, so clients aren't left stitching together answers from multiple parties when schedules get tight.
Field operations are led exclusively by certified ironworkers who adhere to American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) standards. AISC certification is held by fewer than 10% of steel erectors in the United States, and Foundation Steel has maintained that designation as a cornerstone of its quality and compliance program. The firm also employs 3D modeling and Building Information Modeling (BIM) integration, enabling clash detection and dimensional verification before a single piece of steel reaches the job site.
Proactive risk management is embedded into every phase of project delivery at Foundation Steel Structural steel erectors. Each engagement begins with a comprehensive, site-specific safety plan and hazard analysis, executed by a workforce trained under mandatory annual safety protocols. The company maintains a strong Experience Modification Rate (EMR), reflecting a sustained commitment to safe, productive man-hours across all divisions.
Foundation Steel is signatory to many local ironworking union and the International Ironworkers Union, giving the firm the ability to surge qualified manpower to meet accelerated timelines. The company is prequalified with major general contractors throughout the Midwest, providing clients the due-diligence assurance they require before award.
Beyond traditional structural steel, Foundation Steel's portfolio spans pre-engineered metal buildings, concrete reinforcing, post-tensioning, overhead crane systems, crane rail installation and maintenance, and miscellaneous metals. The company has erected more than 10 million square feet of pre-engineered metal buildings and installed over 750 million pounds of rebar.
Structural steel is among the world's most recycled construction materials, and Foundation Steel's installation practices support sustainable building objectives across green construction and LEED-aligned project types. The company serves clients ranging from single-day specialty jobs to complex, multi-phase projects approaching $28 million in contract value.
"Every project we take on is a direct reflection of our people and our partnerships," said Charlotte Dymarkowski, Founder, President, and CEO of Foundation Steel. "When we expanded our pre-construction capabilities, the goal was straightforward: give our clients fewer variables and more certainty."
Dymarkowski continued: "General contractors and project managers are carrying enormous risk on today's projects. Our job is to reduce that exposure through experience, precision, and communication — from the first estimate to the last bolt."
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Founded in 2008 by Charlotte Dymarkowski, Foundation Steel is a woman-owned, family-operated structural steel and concrete reinforcing company headquartered in Swanton, Ohio, with offices in Detroit, Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati. The company is AISC-certified, signatory to ironworking unions across the region, and prequalified with leading general contractors throughout Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. With 325-plus professional craftsmen, more than 6,000 completed projects, and a commitment to safety, precision, and partnership, Foundation Steel delivers integrated steel solutions for infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and institutional construction clients nationwide. For more information, visit foundationsteel.net or call 419-402-4241.
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For more information about Foundation Steel LLC, contact the company here:
Foundation Steel - Swanton
Charlotte Dymarkowski
(419) 402-4241
info@foundationsteel.net
12525 Airport Hwy, Swanton, OH 43558