Heideman Associates

Heideman Associates Inc. is a design and construction firm operating as part of the Zak Family of Companies, a collaborative network of five integrated sister companies that includes Franklin Mechanical Inc., K&F Electric Inc., Zak Controls, and Franklin Drain Services Inc. The company serves a diverse range of clients across institutional, municip... al, and commercial sectors, with demonstrated expertise in complex projects including hospital construction, wastewater treatment plant upgrades, utility infrastructure, and public facilities. By leveraging the combined resources, capabilities, and expertise of all five Zak companies, Heideman Associates delivers comprehensive solutions that integrate mechanical, electrical, controls, and drainage systems into cohesive project outcomes. The firm's competitive advantage lies in its synergistic approach to project delivery, where clients gain access to the full spectrum of design and construction disciplines, BIM modeling capabilities, technical support, and operational resources across the entire Zak portfolio. This integrated model enables seamless coordination, reduces fragmentation, and allows the company to address complex, multi-disciplinary requirements without requiring clients to manage multiple vendors. Heideman Associates has built a reputation for long-term client relationships, with over 90 percent of its business derived from repeat clients, many of whom have partnered with the company for 20 years or more. This retention rate reflects the firm's commitment to understanding client needs holistically rather than adopting a transactional, project-by-project approach. Notable project experience includes work on major healthcare facilities, municipal infrastructure upgrades, and institutional construction, demonstrating the company's ability to execute critical assignments across diverse sectors. The combination of integrated resources, technical expertise, proven delivery track record, and client-focused partnership philosophy positions Heideman Associates ...Read More