Building THE
VERY BEST
FOR northern
Illinois
Project First Rate (PFR) is a partnership between union contractors and union tradespeople to promote quality craftsmanship with pride, integrity and commitment to our community. Members of Project First Rate understand the importance of building the very best for Northern Illinois, giving our community safe, sustainable places in which to live, work, and play.
PROJECTS & SERVICE
Key construction projects and community service examples
MEMBERS
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
One of the largest post-secondary education investments in the region
OUR VALUES
Hard work, fair wages, and a commitment to our community
LABOR MANAGEMENT
Putting shared values into practice
FIND YOUR TRADE
Start your career in the building & construction trades
Our Members
Project First Rate is proud to be celebrating 30 years strong. In that time, we have built some of the region’s most noteworthy buildings and supported projects and initiatives important to our members and community.
Our History
Project First Rate is proud to be celebrating 30 years strong. In that time, we have built some of the region’s most noteworthy buildings and supported projects and initiatives important to our members and community.
Founded
Created Scholarship Program
Contributed to the 4th of July and Labor Day Parades, and the Festival of Lights
Contributed to the Starlight Theater Dome Project
Contributed to the Winnebago County Justice Center Project
Joined the RAEDC as a
Rockforward Member
Contributed to the Creation of the Center for Area Youth.
Contributed to the Stanley J. Roszkowski U.S. Courthouse
Contributed to the Nicholas Conservatory
Advocated and Supported the RPS 205 School District Referendum
Contributed to the Swedish American Cancer Center
Supported the Rockford Park District Reclaiming First Initiative
Supported the “Lock Box” Referendum to Protect Statewide Infrastructure Spending
Supported the Rockford Housing Authority $15 Million Investments at Orton Keyes
Supported MercyHealth System in Obtaining Local Contractors and Labor
Contributed to RACVB Stroll on State
Contributed to Fred Van Vleet Fest
Contributed to Rockford Christian School’s Ruckman Music Scholarship Fund
Organized 10th Annual Building Trades Expo
Helped Bring Casino to Rockford
Supported Successful 21st Century Infrastructure Initiative
Contributed to Boylan and Rockford Lutheran Capital Campaigns
Supported United Way Strong Neighborhood House in Machesney Park
Supported Family Peace Center office remodeling
Featured Projects
Nicholas Conservatory
Nicholas Conservatory
BMO-Harris Bank Center
BMO-Harris Bank Center
UW Health Sports Factory
UW Health Sports Factory