Fifth‑generation Mechanical Contractor in Columbus
Delivering HVAC, Piping, and Structural Steel.
Do Better. Be Better. Build Better.
Fifth‑generation Mechanical Contractor in Columbus
Delivering HVAC, Piping, and Structural Steel.
Do Better. Be Better. Build Better.
Founded in 1876 and established in Columbus, Ohio, we have built an enduring reputation as a full-service mechanical contracting leader with over eight decades of expertise in commercial, industrial, and aerospace construction.
We specialize in HVAC systems, industrial piping, plumbing, building automation, and controls, and have earned multiple Safety Achievement Awards spanning 2008-2025.
What Makes Us Different.
Local
Prefabrication
Advantage
- In-house pipe, metal & sheet metal fabrication
- Modular skids & racks with shop QA/QC
- Begin critical assemblies up to 6 months earlier
Five
Generations of
Experience
- Fifth‑generation, since 1876
- Large, complex, mission‑critical projects
- Safety‑first culture; on‑schedule delivery
Built for
Central Ohio
and Beyond
- Columbus‑based serving Ohio and surrounding states
- Long‑term owner & GC partnerships
- Union field crews; rapid response
Born in Columbus. Built to Last.
A message from our president.
Since 1876, our family has built in Columbus with one goal: deliver complex mechanical systems safely and predictably. With local prefabrication and union craft, we bring big project capability with small company care.
- LEGACY & COMMUNITY: Fifth‑generation, serving Central Ohio since 1876—long‑term owner and GC partnerships.
- PREFABRICATION PROMISE: In‑house pipe, metal, and sheet‑metal fabrication accelerates schedules and improves quality.
- SAFETY FIRST: People‑first culture with rigorous training and QA/QC—focused on incident prevention and on‑time delivery.
Will Vranich
Our Core Capabilities.
HVAC
Systems
We design, fabricate, and install commercial and industrial HVAC systems, with full balancing and commissioning performed by our union field crews.
Piping
& Plumbing
We install process, utility, and plumbing systems from underground rough-in to final connections, backed by thorough pressure testing and inspection.
Prefabrication
We fabricate pipe, metal, and sheet metal systems, including welded spools, modular skids, and racks, installed by our union field crews.
Structural Steel
& Millwright
We erect structural steel frames, platforms, and equipment supports, and deliver precision millwright services for machinery alignment and installation.
Design
& Preconstruction
We partner with owners and contractors early to develop coordinated designs, detailed estimates, and construction-ready BIM models that keep projects on track.
Control Systems
(SCS)
We engineer, fabricate, and commission control panels and instrumentation systems, integrating automation, monitoring, and safety functions for any project scope.
Industries.
We focus on complex, schedule‑critical work across Central Ohio and surrounding states.
Data Centers
Mission‑critical chilled‑water and air systems, redundancy, and rapid turnarounds with anonymized client references.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Process piping, equipment setting, and structural steel for production lines and plant utilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Clean HVAC, medical gas, and lab/process utilities for existing and new facilities with strict infection control and phased delivery.
Higher Education & Institutional
Campus utilities, lab/classroom renovations, occupied-building upgrades, and new facility construction.
Pharmaceuticals
HVAC, high-purity piping, and cleanroom systems built to SMACNA and ASHRAE standards when applicable.
Hospitality & Hotels
HVAC solutions for hotels and hospitality facilities, including occupied renovations, phased installations, and new construction.
Featured Projects.
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Delivered large-scale mechanical construction for a confidential 3,000,000 SF hybrid/electric vehicle battery manufacturing facility, including plant cooling infrastructure, refrigeration systems, and welded industrial piping.
- 21,000+ LF welded steel piping
- Accelerated 6×10 construction schedule
- Complex plant cooling infrastructure
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Delivered multi-phase mechanical construction for large-scale mission-critical data center facility, including advanced cooling systems, industrial piping infrastructure, and prefabricated MEP solutions under aggressive schedules.
- 140,000+ LF critical piping installed
- Advanced evaporative cooling systems
- Large-scale prefabricated MEP coordination
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Completed a design-build medical vacuum system upgrade for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s Cancer and Critical Care Tower while maintaining uninterrupted hospital operations.
- Zero downtime during hospital operations
- Installed comprehensive medical gas systems
- Seamless integration with existing infrastructure
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Provided full Design Assist mechanical services for a 290,454 SF pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory facility, including central utility plants, high-purity process piping, and cGMP-compliant HVAC systems.
- Zero downtime during hospital operations
- Complex BIM system coordination
- Successful budget recovery solutions
Sauer Group In Action
Safety at Sauer Group.
Do Better. Be Better. Build Better.
Every person on our sites has stop‑work authority. Our supervisors lead daily huddles and JSAs before work begins, and we invest in OSHA 10/30 training for 100% of our craft and supervisors. We also push high‑risk scopes into our controlled prefab shops to reduce work‑at‑height and hot‑work exposure. The result: zero fatalities and zero OSHA citations over the past three years, with recordable‑free streaks including “No Injury November” in 2024 and 2025.
- 0 OSHA citations and 0 fatalities (2023–2025) across 1.9M+ hours worked, with incident rates trending down year over year.
- Every supervisor holds OSHA 30-Hour; all employees complete OSHA 10-Hour plus annual drug-free and hazard training.
- Dedicated safety managers, daily huddles, pre-task plans, and ongoing safety walks keep our crews working smart and safe.
- Our No Injury November campaign delivered zero incidents in 2024 and 2025, reinforcing our culture of prevention.
Awards & Recognitions.
Builders Exchange Safety Achievement Award recipient for over 15 years.
Recognition for safety, craftsmanship, and partnership in Central Ohio: Our commitment to safety, craftsmanship, and community partnership has earned recognition from industry leaders. These awards reflect not just our achievements, but our dedication to setting higher standards for every project we build.
Why Work With Us.
Build your career with Central Ohio's most trusted mechanical contractor.
For five generations, families have built careers at Sauer Group. We take pride in our multi-generational workforce and the mentorship that comes from working alongside craftspeople who have mastered their trades over decades. As a union contractor, we’ve built a culture rooted in skilled craftsmanship, professional development, and long-term opportunity for the people who power our work every day. When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job, you’re becoming part of Central Ohio’s mechanical contracting legacy.
Our people grow their skills on mission-critical projects, from cutting-edge data centers to life-saving healthcare facilities, all while contributing to the communities where they live and work. Through apprenticeship programs, hands-on field experience, and collaboration with seasoned industry leaders, we invest in helping every employee build a lasting career. We believe that investing in our people’s safety, development, and career growth creates the foundation for delivering exceptional results on every project.
- Multi-generational employees
- Career growth opportunities
- Community investment
- Safety-first culture
- State-of-the-art fabrication facility
- First-class office and field personnel
Ready to Build Together?
Sauer Group: Columbus, OH
1105 Schrock Road, Suite 700
Columbus, OH 43229
P: 614.853.2500
F: 614.853.6131
