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Trees are critical to improving Denver’s air quality, cooling temperatures and helping to combat climate change. Whether it is a tree in front of your home, along your neighborhood street or at your local park, every tree in Denver comprises the city’s urban forest. Denver’s Urban Forest Assessment, completed in August 2022, found that Denver’s urban tree canopy coverage is one of the lowest of all cities nationwide, demonstrating the need for a strategic effort to refine existing tree canopy goals, identify new goals and provide a common vision for the future of the urban forest in Denver.

Denver Parks and Recreation and the Office of the City Forester have begun to create the city’s first Urban Forest Strategic Plan. Trees improve air quality, reduce urban heat island effect, increase property values, help with stormwater management, improve mental and physical health for residents and so much more. The purpose of the Urban Forest Strategic Plan is to refine existing tree canopy goals, identify new goals and provide an equitable vision for the future of the urban forest in Denver. During the initial phases of the strategic plan process, citizen feedback is requested to shape the future of our urban forest. Please help by providing your feedback in this short survey and help to play a vital role in shaping the future of the urban canopy in Denver. Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DPRForestry to complete the survey now - survey closes on May 1, 2023.

Haselden Construction Launches Haselden Builders Haselden Construction has launched Haselden Builders, its new subsidiary dedicated to the multifamily and build-for-rent markets in Colorado. Haselden Builders, helmed by Brent Haselden will expand Haselden Construction’s current offering and take an innovative approach to multifamily projects, build-for-rent singlefamily and townhomes, senior housing, hotels, student housing, affordable housing and modular building.

The residential market is expected to grow to over $4 billion in the next four years with rental properties making up a major share. As people continue to move to Colorado, this demand will grow. Haselden Builders will capitalize on this growth and Haselden Construction’s knowledge and proven process for quality and efficiency to develop a world-class multifamily and build-for-rent subsidiary.

Merrick Acquires Mountain Waterworks Merrick & Company, an international engineering, architecture, surveying, and geospatial solutions firm, has acquired Idaho-based Mountain Waterworks. Mountain Waterworks specializes in delivering water/wastewater engineering solutions to communities. The combined team brings Merrick’s water team to more than 100 employee owners and adds services in infrastructure funding, water rate development, and utility operations

and management assessments. The acquisition adds three new office locations for Merrick in Boise, Lewiston, and McCall, ID. As part of Merrick, Mountain Waterworks will continue the strong relationships built in communities and with clients across Idaho. Merrick’s water team provides comprehensive professional services, including capital project funding and financing expertise, in water and wastewater utilities, water resources, drainage, and whitewater recreation.

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MTech Mechanical Receives National Excellence in Construction Award MTech Mechanical announced its work on the Anschutz Health Science Building in Aurora, Colorado has earned the company a national Excellence in Construction® Pyramid Award, presented during ABC Convention 2023 in Orlando, Florida, on March 16. The EIC awards, presented to 82 of the nation’s top construction projects in 2022, are the construction industry’s leading national competition that honors general and specialty contractors for worldclass, safe and innovative construction projects from across the country.

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2 (RC2) building. The building features a 100-ft tall atrium, data center, lab spaces, offices and vivarium. The EIC Awards honor every member of the construction team, including the contractor, owner, architect and engineer. The winning projects are judged on complexity, attractiveness, unique challenges overcome, completion time, innovation and safety.

The Anschutz Health Science Building is a new, ground-up facility located at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. This 409,000 sf, 8-story building is located on the West side of the existing Research Complex

JR Engineering Celebrates 50 Years JR Engineering, a leading Colorado engineering and surveying firm, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2023. Five decades of providing innovative solutions to its clients began with the firm’s founding in 1973 by Jim Fraker and Roger Guertner. Today, JR Engineering’s four locations, in Centennial, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Genesee employ more than 85 engineers, designers, surveyors, planners, and administrative personnel. More than a quarter have been with the firm for more than 20 years. Here's a quick look at projects JR Engineering has completed or that are now in progress, representative of the firm’s areas of focus on civil engineering and planning; construction services; landscape architecture; land surveying; transportation; water resources and the firm’s multidisciplinary roles that often include projects from planning to finished construction:

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RidgeGate – Master Planned Community – Lone Tree; Southshore – Master Planned Community – Aurora; Pena Station – Mixed Use Center near DIA; Crystal Valley Ranch – Master Planned Community – Castle Rock; Solstice – Master Planned Community – Douglas County; Reunion – Metropolitan District civil engineering – Commerce City; BackCountry – Exclusive Estate Enclave - Highlands Ranch; Sterling Ranch – Master Planned Community – Colorado Springs; Harmony Club – landscape architecture for townhomes, residential subdivision, and open space, trails, and recreation areas – Timnath; Mill Street Corridor transportation design – City of Aspen; Cloverleaf design from due diligence through construction – Town of Monument.

Anderson Hallas Architect's New Location Just a short walk from their old office, Anderson Hallas Architects undertook their very own Adaptive Reuse project by transforming a 1940s medical building to be their firm’s new headquarters. Fronting right on Washington Avenue in downtown Golden, their new offices speak to an ethic of Sustainability, expertise with Adaptive Reuse and a creative Contemporary Design.

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Salas O’Brien Unveils New Brand Identity Anchored in a new tagline, engineered for impact™, the refreshed identity reflects the company’s growth and dedication to advancing the human experience. Salas O’Brien remains committed to the approach that has been a hallmark of the firm since its founding at the height of the 1970s energy crisis, delivering resilient projects that drive optimal performance while reducing environmental impact. This brand update is a natural evolution for Salas O’Brien, ensuring that this legacy and purpose are inspirationally communicated at a global scale.

“The impact we have on society cannot be overstated,” said Darin Anderson, CEO. “While our company has grown dramatically over the last decade, we remain committed to the core tenets on which we were founded—finding optimal solutions to complex challenges, providing team members with limitless opportunities for growth, and creating a more sustainable world. I am incredibly excited about what ‘engineered for

impact™’ represents for our team and our clients and know that this positions us for even greater success and impact in the future.” Key elements of Salas O’Brien’s brand evolution include: New Tagline: Engineered for impact, reflecting the impact Salas O’Brien has on clients, communities, team members, and the world. New Logo: The upward momentum of the logo mark conveys the progress Salas O’Brien seeks, the impact the firm’s work creates, and the energy with which it is pursued. Everything Salas O’Brien does is with the advancement of the human experience and societal progress in mind. New Primary Color: Evolving from the original Salas O’Brien blue, the new primary brand color represents the potential of blue sky thinking and ambitions for a cleaner, healthier world. The company refers to it as “impact blue.”

Collegiate Peaks Bank Awarded Salida Chamber Business of the Year for 2022 Colorado-based Collegiate Peaks Bank, a division of Glacier Bancorp has been recognized as the Salida Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year for 2022. According to the Salida Chamber’s nomination criteria, each of the finalists “reflected innovation or outstanding performance in their operation and/or services provided and also demonstrated contributions to the community.” During 2022, Collegiate Peaks Bank distinguished itself in the community with a number of notable and generous achievements, including: • A continuing commitment to finding innovative ways to help businesses and the communities the bank serves realize growth, profitability, and sustainability.

• Providing a suite of products and services to help businesses succeed even during the most challenging economic times. • Making charitable donations to local nonprofits and organizations with over $50,000 made in 2022. • Encouraging a company culture of volunteerism and giving back to the community with over 375 volunteer hours logged by employees in 2022.

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Design and implementation of the new branding for the complex will begin immediately. One of the first changes to take place will be found on the exterior of the building with the new name and waypoint directional signage featuring an updated logo and color scheme. New signage on the building will be in place by the end of spring 2023. This will be followed by interior design changes as well as all older logo usage and branding moving over to The Blue Sport Stable branding by the end of 2023. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Creating Relationships and Partnerships to Solve Larger Industry Problems Written by Amy Powell Co-Chair of the Northern Colorado Construction Sector Partnership Owner and Founder of Well Works, Training Built for Construction.

In true construction fashion, I will get straight to the point.

The construction industry has the 2nd highest suicide rate of any other occupational group in the U.S. (Peterson et al., 2020).

The lack of awareness around these statistics is not limited to those working outside the industry. In discussions with individuals within the industry, it is not the stress and suicidal thoughts that are surprising as much as it is the realization that many of our trade partners struggle with similar challenges. We are an industry filled with phenomenal problem-solvers; we aren't the ones to sit around and mull over said problems until they disappear or go away. We do something. We collaborate, unite and build. Sometimes we fail, but then we evaluate, respond, adjust and try again until we succeed. We

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get stuff done! But mental health, this massive, industry-wide problem, can feel as though it is out of our powerhouse of hands-on, tangible, and measurable problems we are used to tackling. This extensive problem can be intimidating and seemingly immeasurable, which makes it easier to procrastinate or to lean on someone else to solve, resolve or tackle. But herein lies the problem. It's our problem. It isn't anyone else's responsibility or job to tackle this. No one is coming to our rescue, and the solution cannot be outsourced. Believe it or not, we are most qualified to propose solutions to this problem because we best know the affected people; our project teams, our colleagues, and our trade partners. We hold the most trust, time, and respect with these individuals. Relationships built over decades cannot be replicated outside our industry, and it wouldn't be prudent to underestimate or discount this critical ingredient in addressing this crisis. Awareness is the first step

in solving any problem. As an industry, we have done a great job creating this awareness over the past years through publications, podcasts, and sobering stories plastered all over social media. We are now at the point where we need to accept the problem and take steps as an industry to try and solve it. One of our fellow local trade partners has recently been doing just this. Wells, a local precast concrete manufacturer, and contractor, has recently implemented a radical new proposed solution within their company and extended this to their clients and trade partners. A wellness hour in place of a lunch-andlearn. Will it work? We have yet to determine, but the initial response and results are overwhelmingly positive and promising.

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"It became very apparent that this is simply not optional," Walker expressed during a follow-up interview, "I care about the finite outcomes for our organization, but that's the byproduct. We are going to figure out the long game for our company and retention because we can't provide excellence to the marketplace if we're not taking care of the humans, period." So Marini was invited by Walker into Wells to present this content to everyone working in the factory and in the office, which, so far, has had a positive response.

Small Talk Spurring Big Change In recognizing the impact this information and initiative has had within the organization, Walker started reframing his conversations with clients, "If not now, then when are we going to have these conversations with each other?" These deeper discussions and conversations spurred the idea and need to present and offer these conversations and resources to others within the industry. This was when Walker decided to approach Liz LoSasso, the Director of Human Resources at Davis Partnership Architects, about an opportunity for Wells to provide a Wellness Hour instead of a Lunch-and-Learn. It is a challenging topic to bring up and discuss within our industry. Still, LoSasso recognized a greater purpose in Walker's proposal, "A lot of what he said made sense to what he is doing to help his people that work for his company...He took it a step further and is now sharing that with some of their business partnerships who utilize their goods 16 | Colorado Construction & Design

and services." From that discussion, a "Wells Wellness Hour" was scheduled for 4:00 pm on February 1, 2023.

A Case for Wellness Hours Along with Lunch-And-Learns "We had over 100 participants, both in person and virtually, tuning in… At a 4:00 event, you never know what you are going to get. For that many people to have prioritized that hour of time says a lot." LoSasso prefaced the impact by explaining that they "don't make any of these things mandatory for our office, and we also don't pay them to be there. People have to see enough value in it to take time out of their workday and let their workday trickle into their personal lives to make up for that time when they attend things like this." LoSasso expressed that the impact was overwhelmingly positive, even weeks after the event, "Instead of what vendors typically do, which is just come, bring us lunch, and talk at us for an hour about why we should work with them. Wells brought this amazing expert that cares about them, and their mental health and wellbeing, and wanted to share that with them as a thank you for all of the business we did in the past, and we may do in the future."

or are in a bad place personally or professionally, those design outcomes will be affected by that. The plans might be affected by that. So it starts inward, but it spreads. And if we're ok, we're happy and engaged; we're going to take ownership more over what we do every day at work. We're going to care more about what we are putting out day in and day out if our organization cares about us. And that's going to affect the whole industry." While we may not have the answer or the best solution to this massive challenge we face as an industry, we can still take small steps to try something, anything. It may be something that is difficult, that causes uncertainty, and heck, it may just not work sometimes, but what if it does? Reference: Peterson, C., Sussell, A., Li, A, Schumacher, P., Yeoman, K. & Stone, D. (2020). Suicide Rates by Industry and Occuption – National Violent Death Reporting System, 32 States, 2016. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). https://www. cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6903a1.htm

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Koelbel and Company Celebrates 70 Years as Region’s Most Venerable Real Estate Developer and Champion for the Community

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Koelbel recently reached a significant milestone for one of Denver’s oldest and most esteemed real estate developers, Koelbel and Company, celebrated its 70th anniversary, enhancing lives through the creation of legacy communities throughout Colorado—and recently expanding their commercial investment division nationally. Through the decades, the family-owned business has experienced adversity, market fluctuations, record setting transactions and many incredible milestones— always prevailing as a leader in both business and as a champion for the community. Their work has changed the local landscape through the creation of dozens of residential and commercial communities and thousands of homes as well as numerous invaluable contributions through their philanthropy. Over the last 70 years, Koelbel and Company has relied on the simple fact under all, lies the land and we must protect it and use

it wisely. This belief ensures that each Koelbel and Company community is built with a generational mindset. By utilizing the natural beauty of lakes, nature preserves, natural topography, views, and golf courses, Koelbel and Company has been able to develop communities where people can live, work, and play that stand the test of time. “Koelbel and Company has continued to be successful despite economic ups and downs and increased competition thanks to a long-term and multigenerational view of the business based on our founder, Walt Koelbel’s, credo- patience is genius and land is precious,” said Walt “Buz” Koelbel, Jr. who was just eight years old when Pinehurst, the company’s first major project, opened in 1960. “The real estate business, and particularly the development business, requires constant community involvement, a long-term focus and a respect for the www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

Tava Waters (formerly known as The Breakers)

With Denver’s second largest lake as the centerpiece of the community, the sale of the apartment community in 2016 represented the largest apartment transaction in Colorado’s history and was structured so that Koelbel could continue 38 years of active involvement and ownership in the property. Additionally, they are building a new 86-unit townhome community at Tava Waters.

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land that transcends the bottom line.” With three generations of history and over 70 years in business, there have been more than a few milestones for the company that proves their pioneering spirit lives on including:

The Preserve at Greenwood Village

The largest master-planned customhome community in the Denver metro area sold its final lot this year after decades in the making. The community was the first of its kind to prohibit walls or fences thereby creating a community within the community. They also dedicated 60 acres of pristine open space from the unique terrain into what is now the Marjorie Perry Nature Preserve. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

Catalyst

The most cutting-edge health-tech industry integrator concept to emerge in Denver and one of the first coworking concepts to take shape in the burgeoning RiNo district of Denver. In 2021, Koelbel replicated the concept and expanded nationally—bringing its highly successful and innovative Catalyst concept to the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) at the historic Omaha Steel Works.

Commercial Division Adding to their impressive milestone list includes the launch of Koelbel and Company's commercial ValueAdd investment division in 2020 with 600,000 square feet of commercial office acquisitions in Denver, Atlanta and Dallas since inception.

The Koelbel family has spent generations together enjoying the Fraser Valley and wanted to give the broader community the opportunity to enjoy this Colorado valley’s pristine beauty as well, thus creating an 1,100acre master-planned resort community focusing on trail-side living to celebrate the wonders of outdoor Colorado in Grand County. After 22 years and with 700 acres of development on the horizon Rendezvous continues to be a pinnacle of mountain living.

“With all that we have learned over the years and accomplished in Colorado, we felt it was time to take our expertise in owning and managing commercial assets and scale nationally by acquiring Value-Add commercial properties in a few select markets including Dallas and Atlanta,” said Walt Koelbel, “In addition to the diversification in product types that we develop in Colorado we feel that is important to have geographical diversification with our real estate investments as we continue to grow.”

Pinehurst 100% Sold

This year, Koelbel partnered with DeNOVO Solutions, LLC to deliver INNOVUS, a new state-of-the-art secured facility capable of meeting the expanding needs of the private defense contractors around Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado. The concept will be the first of its kind providing both state-of-the art secured facilities and unparalleled amenities that allow our defense contractors to better compete in the war for talent.

The sale of the last lot at Pinehurst Country Club in May 2016 after 56 years of development.

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“We continue to remain at the cutting edge of real estate trends and innovation and are excited to be leading the efforts in several key industries that are shaping the future whether it be defense, life sciences or technology,” said Dean Koelbel, Vice President for Koelbel and Company. “Our ability to flow with the changing times has allowed us to thrive in all market conditions over the last seven decades.” Affordable Housing: With its missiondriven efforts to provide affordable workforce and senior housing in the Rocky Mountain area, Koelbel and Company’s low-income housing division is executing its 10th project, delivering more affordable units, over 850, more than any other private developer in the state over the past 10 years. Koelbel Urban Homes: Responding to a new generation of buyers’ desire for walkability and the many attractions of urban living, Koelbel’s urban division was created in 2012 and is positioned to build 200 for-sale townhomes in multiple strategically located projects in the Denver metro area over the next two years. “For Koelbel and Community, a focus on building legacy communities means more than simply focusing on residential development. Community exists in the places that we work and play as well. Understanding that is a key insight to creating timeless communities of all types.” Said Carl Koelbel, COO of Koelbel and Company.

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and country. A large focus of their philanthropic contributions have been in multiple areas of the education arena including: the donation of the central library facility for the Arapahoe County Library District; the dedication of the Koelbel Building at CU Boulder’s Leeds School of Business; over 50 years of support for the Sewall Child Development Center, which recently named their new school campus after Walt and Gene Koelbel; the 20 year tenure of both Buz and Sherri Koelbel serving on the Board for Economic Literacy Colorado which empowers Colorado’s K-12 teachers/students to teach/learn the fundamental economic and financial decision-making skills necessary to achieve a lifetime of economic understanding and financial security (including the annual Koelbel Enterprising Teacher of the Year Award; and the $2M capital commitment to the new Sea Lion Habitat at the Denver Zoo). Three generations of the family have been active on the boards of the Denver Zoo and Denver’s Museum of Nature and Science. Thanks in large part to Koelbel’s contributions, the Koelbel KUVO JAZZ Studio recently opened in Rocky Mountain Public Media’s (RMPM) new communityfocused Buell Public Media Center in Denver’s Arapahoe Square. “The future of Koelbel and Company looks extremely bright. First, Denver is one of the most exciting, innovative, and vibrant communities in the entire country,” said Buz. “Second, having three members of the third-generation working at the company certainly provides the opportunity for a far broader and longer term horizon to build on what has been established during the first 70 years. This smart, young, and energetic Koelbel generation recognizes the continually shifting sands of our consumer base is critical. All three have different skills and talents which collectively enhance the bright future of the company; and each applies the same innovative thought and approach my Dad brought to our business.”

In addition, as one of the original founders of the Southeast Business Partnership, and later the Denver South Economic Development Partnership, Buz Koelbel was an active and key participant, with many hundreds of people in the ultimate 1999 voter approval of the TRex Highway and Light Rail Transit project. It was transformational to the Southeast Corridor and became a national showcase and the precursor to what is now one of the premier metrowide transportation systems in the country. Koelbel and Company remains a true family business. After many years pursuing other endeavors, Buz’s three sons now all work for the company in various capacities and are leading the company in new directions. “Koelbel is proud of its 70-year history but is even more excited about what the future brings for the company,” said Carl Koelbel, Chief Operating Officer at Koelbel and Company. “The values we’ve created over the past seven decades will ensure we maintain our legacy well into the future.”

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Alliance Construction Solutions Completes Construction on Liberty View at Fitzsimons Alliance Construction Solutions (Alliance) is honored to announce the completion of Liberty View at Fitzsimons, a collaboration between Aurora Housing Authority, Studio Completiva, and Alliance. Liberty View is a wonderful addition to the community of Aurora, Colorado as it offers 59 units of affordable housing to veterans aged 62+ and their families. With one- and two-bedroom units, this 61,000 sf building offers outdoor and indoor community space for its residents to enjoy.

Located at 1959 Quentin Street in Aurora, Liberty View at Fitzsimons is built on a 2.3-acre site on the Fitzsimons campus, is conveniently within half a mile of Fitzsimons Station light rail station, and just over a

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mile from Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical center; allowing for easy transportation and medical care for the residents. The project had a successful groundbreaking in January 2022, to mark the official start of construction.

Pinkard Tops Out Foothills Unitarian Church in Fort Collins Pinkard Construction and Foothills Unitarian Church, and Ewers Architecture have completed the external structure for the $6.5 million, 16,600 sf expansion and remodel of their existing facility in Fort Collins. Ewers Architecture completed the schematic design in the summer of 2019. After a COVID-related project hold, the design resumed in 2021 with value engineering and savings measures to reduce the budget from the initial $9M plan. Construction documents and fundraising were

completed in line with the new budget, and the project is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2023. The phased project consists of 13,200 sf of additional space and 2,900 sf of remodeled space. It includes a new 390-seat worship center, additional gathering spaces, classrooms, and office space to enable Foothills Unitarian to better serve its 120-year-old progressive faith community in Fort Collins.

Stream Restoration Underway at Miller’s Landing Miller’s Landing is on a 65-acre mixed-use site positioned between the 320-acre Philip S. Miller Park and Downtown Castle Rock. Restoration work is underway to address stream degradation within the property’s gulch. Implementing a plan by WaterVation, the work will help to attend to damage caused by more than 63 years of land use changes that adversely impacted the water channel. The gulch is an intermittent sand-bed stream system that only flows during rainfall events or during snowmelt, making it very sensitive to land use disturbances and extreme rainfall events. The stream restoration design plan for Miller’s Gulch was founded on the principles 22 | Colorado Construction & Design

of Natural Channel Design, which focuses on restoring the natural stream shape, which is proven to efficiently mitigate erosive storm flows. One of the objectives of this design was to work within the naturally occurring environmental amenities that provide riparian and upland diversity within this watershed. Specific focus was given to the preservation of mature Rocky Mountain Scrub Oak, which can take decades to grow to even a moderate size. Natural appearing rock features were added throughout to provide additional channel stability and protection for adjacent infrastructure. P3 Advisors is the master developer of the property. In addition to P3 Advisors, the development team includes Crown Community Development, a part of the Chicagobased Henry Crown and Company. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Kimpton Hotel at Belleview Station Tops Out Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle Collection recently celebrated the topping off of the new Kimpton Hotel at Belleview Station. It will be the first boutique hotel in the neighborhood, serving the Belleview Station development and its surrounding businesses and local residents.

Owned by DTC Hospitality Investors, LLC, and developed by Cypress 16, LLC in conjunction with McClurg Century Investments, LLC, the hotel will be a new-build boutique hotel featuring 190 beautifully appointed guestrooms, including 14 suites. KGD Architecture is the property architect and KARAMANN will outfit the entirety of the hotel’s interiors. Harvey Cleary Builders is the general contractor for the construction of the project. The hotel will feature amenities and services such as morning coffee and tea service, evening social hour, a “Forgot It? We’ve Got It!” program, on-site fitness facilities, and no-fee pet-friendly policies. Accompanying a ground-floor restaurant and bar that will surely become a

sought-after local gathering place, the 19th-floor rooftop bar and lounge will serve as a versatile entertainment spaceand offer indoor and outdoor access to expansive views of the Rocky Mountains, with specific sightlines from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak. The property also includes 7,000 square feet of meeting and events space. When it opens in early 2024, Kimpton Hotel at Belleview Station will join the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Denver and Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman as part of the brand’s expanding footprint in the mountain region.

GH Phipps and Colorado School of Mines New Construction GH Phipps and the Colorado School of Mines recently celebrated the groundbreaking of a new classroom building and parking garage. The $65 million project will include a four-story, 50,938 square foot classroom building located at 17th and Arapahoe Streets and an attached parking structure with 935 spaces. OZ Architecture is the architect. The classroom building will be home to nine new classroom spaces that support an active learning

environment, including a large lecture hall. The building will also feature faculty offices and graduate student workspaces, as well as huddle rooms and breakout rooms for independent study. The building will be equipped with solar panels and the parking structure will include a capacity-sensing system to alert drivers to available parking spaces. The garage will be outfitted with electric vehicle charging stations. Construction is scheduled for completion in late Fall, 2024.

GTC with LOA Architecture to Complete Stober Elementary Classroom Edition LOA Architecture has been selected to provide the design of a classroom addition to Stober Elementary in Lakewood, CO. Golden Triangle Construction (GTC) has been selected to be the construction manager/general contractor. The targeted completion date is November 15, 2023. Approximately 240 students previously attending Vivian Elementary will be combining with Stober Elementary students. To accommodate this increase, LOA has designed a two-story addition to the east of the current school. This addition will have 4 classrooms, a music 24 | Colorado Construction & Design

room and restrooms. A ‘connector’ will provide access between the existing and the new building while also providing ADA compliant access to the elevator. Also, part of the design is an outdoor classroom to the north of the addition that can also be used as an amphitheater. The exterior will be brick masonry divided into an upper banding (dark brick to match the existing elevator addition) and a light brick on the bottom banding to complement the precast concrete of the original school. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Revesco Properties, Alpine Investments, Pinkard Construction, and OZ Architecture Break Ground in Denver’s Golden Triangle Revesco Properties/Alpine Investments (RPAI), Pinkard Construction, and OZ Architecture celebrated the groundbreaking for a 12-story, multifamily project, akin Golden Triangle, on March 14th. Construction commenced in early February and is expected to continue into Q4 of 2024. The luxury-boutique building will contain 98 units of multifamily and amenities.

Positioned along Bannock Street, akin Golden Triangle is one of four of RPAI’s upcoming projects that will operate under the umbrella of one brand known as “akin”. RPAI is developing the brand to appeal to a sophisticated, discerning, urban-minded resident while elevating each local neighborhood by creating an elegant and timeless living experience. While exterior and interior aesthetics and amenities will vary per location,

each will draw upon the same brand foundation: a distinctly urban recipe of design, wellness, culture, service, and connection to the neighborhood. Equity for the project was provided by Cohen & Steers and Posterus Partners. The project’s construction lender is MidWestOne Bank.

Fifield Cos. Breaks Ground on Arden Englewood Apartments Developer Fifield Cos. recently started construction on Arden Englewood Apartments, a 302-unit transitoriented multifamily community at 3615 S. Jason St. in Englewood, Colorado. Scheduled for completion in 2024, the four-story building represents the redevelopment of the former Sports Authority headquarters parking lot, which has been vacant since 2016 and was most recently used for RV storage.

The amenities at Arden Englewood will include a rooftop lounge and deck, resort-style pool featuring a “baja shelf” with lounge chairs, hot tub with year-round access, a yoga garden and a party room “pagoda” that faces the pool. Designed by KTGY, with interiors by Studio 10, Arden Englewood is being constructed by W.E. O’Neil.

Prospect Valley Elementary Replacement School Welcomes Students Students and staff of the Prospect Valley Replacement School, GH Phipps and MOA Architecture celebrated the opening of the new school, located at 3400 Pierson Street in Wheatridge. The approximately $20 million, 60,000 square foot project was completed on behalf of the Jefferson County Public Schools. The school replaces the previous structure that was built in 1967 and provides

the elementary school program in Wheat Ridge with much-needed additional classroom space and room for expansion. It includes a highly efficient floor plan with core community spaces located at the center of the building, building on the school’s strong sense of community. The building also incorporates a variety of breakout spaces, creating connections to the outdoors. The building design incorporates playful elements with circular windows and bright “pops” of color that enliven the façade. The library media center, with its large glass walls, serves as a “beacon” for the school, clearly indicating the entrance.

Vertix Builders Underway with New Synergy Surgery Center Vertix Builders, a culture-focused construction company, has been selected to build the new $8.5M Synergy Surgery Center for HCA Healthcare near Swedish Medical Center. The architect for the project is Davis Partnership. 26 | Colorado Construction & Design

The 15,000 square foot surgery center on the 5th floor will include four operating rooms and is scheduled to open at the end of 2023.

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RidgeGate in Lone Tree Experiencing Major Development Momentum and Anticipates Significant Progress in 2023 The RidgeGate community in Lone Tree, Colorado, saw significant momentum with the completion of several major development milestones last year and expects to see progress on the east side in the year ahead.

“RidgeGate was designed with the goal of helping companies and people thrive, and each year we deliver on the promise of creating a community with lifestyle amenities, connection to work and nature, and diverse residential offerings,” said Keith Simon, Executive Vice President and Director of Development for Coventry Development Corporation, the master developer for RidgeGate. “We are excited for the next chapter at RidgeGate and believe 2023 will be a transformative year.” Residential: The residential opportunities at RidgeGate are continuing to grow — last year Shea Homes began developing the first phase of Lyric at RidgeGate, named for its poetic approach to Colorado living. Phase 1 comprises 185 acres and 430 homes, and is well on its way to becoming a highly anticipated new neighborhood on the east side. As the master homebuilder, Shea Homes, and other select homebuilders, will build approximately 1,900 homes just east of the RTD RidgeGate Station. This year they will also begin site work on Phase 2 – which Shea Homes acquired in late January. “We are grateful to have a strong partnership with RidgeGate as Lone Tree continues to grow on the east side of our City,” said Jackie Millet, Mayor, City of Lone Tree. “RidgeGate is committed to ensuring that this growth is sustainable, thoughtful, and enhances the quality of life for Lone Tree residents and visitors. We value the expertise and collaboration of RidgeGate as we work to create a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come.” Several East Side projects have also commenced construction or are scheduled for completion this year, including: • A 204 unit luxury seniors community called the Reserve at Lone Tree, being developed by Experience Senior Living Development (ESLD), a NexCore-owned company, broke ground at the end of 2022.The Retreat at Lone Tree will consist of a nine-story building featuring 124 independent living units and a five-story building featuring 60 assisted living and 24 memory care units. 28 | Colorado Construction & Design

• Koelbel and Company completed Talus- a 67 unit CHFA-funded affordable apartments at RidgeGate Station. The first residents began moving in at the end of 2022 and the building is expected to be full by the end of March. Project amenities include a fitness center, community room, and onsite leasing with units ranging from 30% to 80% AMI. • Koelbel also received tax credit approval for another 100-unit affordable senior housing project to begin construction in 2023 at the RidgeGate Parkway Couplet District pending city approval. • Additionally, the Regency Residential Apartments at RidgeGate Station made progress with its first phase of 540 market rate apartments and embedded retail space scheduled for completion in mid 2023. • Kroger has recently approved plans to build a 123,000 square foot King Soopers store and Fuel Center at the RidgeGate Parkway Couplet District, along with 30,000 square feet of shop space. Expected completion date is 2025 pending city approval. • The City of Lone Tree and the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District completed the master planning of the 80 acre Lone Tree Regional Park. Construction is hoped to begin within the next few years subject to funding. • Tall Tales Ranch, a 30-unit residential village for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to be located adjacent to Schweiger Ranch, has already been approved by the City of Lone Tree and is expected to begin its first phase of construction in late 2023 or early 2024. • Schweiger Ranch received a State Historical Fund grant for the completion of the interpretive sign design and will be seeking another grant for the fabrication and installation of the signs. RidgeGate West: On RidgeGate’s west side, numerous large-scale corporate campus projects recently reached completion. Charles Schwab's mixed-use retail, conference center and parking building is now complete and Kiewit's New Regional Campus opened last year with the completion of their second building – an 150,000 square foot building. Living Spaces announced their first Colorado location on the final large retail site on the West Side at RidgeGate Commons (near Cabela’s and Sierra Restaurant) and will start construction in early 2023. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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INDUSTRY ICON by Paul Suter

he marched down to the Engineering schools Dean’s office and quickly switched majors. He graduated with a BS degree in Construction from Arizona State University in 1978 (one of only six accredited construction programs in the nation at the time). After graduating, Jim went to work for one of the largest general contractors in the nation. He was assigned a desk job for two nuclear power plants that the company was working on. This assignment included a lot of “paper pushing” according to Jim, and while it did involve construction aspects of the job, he wanted to be out in the field, like the guys he saw out the car window when he was five.

Jim Mellor So, you want to be an architect? Jim Mellor decided what he wanted to become very, very early in life. He recalls riding in his parents’ car through Cleveland when he was five years old and glancing out the window at a downtown high-rise under construction site and seeing men in hardhats. He asked his mom “what are those men doing?” and she quickly and incorrectly responded, “they’re architects”. So, the little-boy-Jim decided at that moment that he wanted to be an architect and continued down the merry road of life with a steadfast goal in mind. The idea of becoming an architect was deep seeded in Jim’s mind based on his mom’s passing remark, and after graduating high school he began studying architecture at Arizona State University. It was during his sophomore year that he realized that he didn’t want to design buildings at all, he wanted to build them. Sitting at a drafting table and detailing windows and doors for years wasn’t what he had in mind during the drive with his parents and it certainly wasn’t of much interest to him as a young man. He wanted to build great things! So,

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After fulfilling his time on the nuclear power plants, Jim’s next landing spot was with another large building contractor that had projects all along the west coast, from San Diego up to Seattle. He was able to get his hands dirty and work boots muddy and was happy with his job, but was hit with another one of life’s realities: elements beyond one’s control. The company he worked for lost a huge arbitration claim and subsequently shut down its west coast operations. Jim became a victim of the circumstances and lost his dream job almost as quickly as he had stepped into it. From the Pacific coast Jim moved to the Rocky Mountains, and more specifically Denver as he continued down his career path. It was 1983 and unbeknownst to Jim the Mile High City was on the precipice of falling into a deep 10-year recession due to the energy crisis. While there were tough economic challenges ahead, Jim fell in love with Colorado and decided to stay. He worked for regional general contractors and found success. Then, in 1994 he joined Pinkard Construction, just as the Colorado market was www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

beginning to see a high demand for new construction projects. Since then, he has seen as many as six recessions and recoveries, each one different yet he credits his success to the strong relationships of trust he has invested in. With plans to retire later this year, Jim looks back on his years in the construction industry as a “wild ride that was a lot of fun!” He appreciates the tremendous relationships he has established that have also become close, personal friendships. “Early in my career I knew that I always wanted my personal friends to also be the people I worked with in my professional career,” noted Jim. “I didn’t want to lead separate lives. I’ve been able to get to know a lot of wonderful people and enjoy their company at work and away from the office.” Jim has a number of projects that he’s worked on the standout in his mind, including the US West Research Building on the University of Colorado Boulder campus. This was his first really big win in Colorado. He recalls meeting the Project Architect who was also early in his career, Eduardo Illanes, of OZ Architecture, who is still designing great projects. Another highlight happened when Pinkard was selected to build the new Highlands Ranch Eastridge Recreation Center in 1996. The firm went on to build two more recreation centers and renovate a fourth for Highlands Ranch. Due to this success, the Eastridge project turned into a very successful building type for Pinkard and the company went on to build numerous recreation facilities throughout the Front Range. It opened an entirely new market for the company, and Jim’s greatest reward was getting the call from an Owner or Architect saying “let’s do another one!”. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

Perhaps the project Jim is most proud of is one he accidentally stumbled upon shortly after moving to Denver. He and a friend decided that they wanted to build a house for a family in need. Upon doing some investigation to locate a site, they came across an abandoned apartment building at 25th and Champa in downtown Denver that had gone into foreclosure. Their attention quickly turned to the possibility of renovating the abandoned building as a source of affordable housing. Since the two young men did not have any money, they thought that the bank might be willing to unload it for free. Following the motto of you never know unless you ask, Jim’s partner, Brad Meuli, called the bank, explained what they wanted to do with the building and asked if the bank would give it to them. As expected, Brad was basically laughed-off the phone. Two weeks later, however, the bank called back and accepted their “offer” (the bank really wanted to get a bad debt off their books). The two then partnered with the Denver Rescue Mission and turned the building into transitional housing for women and children in need, with bedrooms on the upper floors and a kitchen, classrooms and a daycare on the main floor. Today the building has been repurposed to house young men who have graduated out of the welfare system but still need a hand up. Jim was blessed to be able to return to the building, 30 years later, with Pinkard’s team of volunteers, the “Pink Crew” to refurbish it with fresh paint and repairs.

Today, Jim is looking forward to retirement, but isn’t quite sure where that road will lead him. He wants to see America through the lens of his camera, and is planning to spend time visiting national parks and photographing their beauty. He also foresees more volunteer work in his future and doing consulting work, helping companies in the industry with their business development efforts. “After nearly 50 years building business, I’d like to think I have something to offer others who are trying to do the same,” noted Jim. He's not sure if he’ll return to the construction site in Cleveland where he had his first vision of working in the construction industry. Likewise he admits that he’s not sure he could find it, (if it’s still standing), even though the building looked like it was 100-storieshigh to a three-foot-tall five year old.

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Katherine Freeman Named Operating Group Safety Director for Mortenson Denver Mortenson, a top-20 U.S. builder, developer and energy and engineering services provider with four decades of experience serving Denver, names Katherine Freeman as the Denver Operating Group Safety Director.

In her role, Katherine will be a valuable leader in operations and responsible for implementing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program to ensure every team member Katherine Freeman

Wells New Senior Vice President of Real Estate Development Wells, one of the largest prefabricated building solutions providers in the United States, has announced Mike Hemberger as the new Senior Vice President of Real Estate Development. The new role enables Wells to develop its own real estate portfolio, underscoring its commitment to and belief in evolving its Mike Hemberger business model. Hemberger most recently led Wells’ Mountain States division as President and COO. Hemberger has been in the construction industry for more than 31 years, and has over 15 years of experience in real estate.

goes home safely. She will lead the Operating Group Safety resources and support project teams with sitespecific safety. While overseeing Company Safety directives, she’ll also lead the continued education of all Mortenson Denver team members. Prior to Mortenson, Katherine was the Executive Vice President of Safety at another local construction firm where she led initiatives to establish policies related to operation and risk mitigation, resulting in increased employee morale and performance. She also developed and implemented an Early Intervention and Injury Management program that proved highly successful.

Suter Media Relations Celebrates 30 Years Suter Media Relations, a Denver -based media relations firm specializing in generating publicity for real estate companies and professional businesses was started in 1993 by Paul Suter. Paul represents some of the most outstanding and respected companies in Colorado. The firm has helped bring significant Paul Suter press attention to multiple new and existing real estate developments, projects, companies and interests throughout Denver and Colorado. Strong and respected relationships with the media, combined with creative and newsworthy approaches, continue to result in positive and consistent press attention for clients.

Alan Ford Architects Promotes Tyler Michieli Tyler Michieli, AIA, has been promoted to Associate Principal. In his new role, Tyler will actively manage and mentor studio staff, lead the management of education projects, and oversee the firm’s next round of growth.

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contributing to the firm’s design portfolio, specifically on the Lyons Middle/Senior Auditorium Addition and the Denver School of the Arts South Campus Expansion projects. His passion lies in designing buildings and spaces that are sustainable and contribute to a larger goal. This is partly why he is drawn to working with education clients. When asked what his vision for the future of Alan Ford Architects is, Tyler points to wanting Tyler joined the firm in 2017 to continue the growth of complementary market and has continued to grow his sectors, particularly with mission-driven entities that design and leadership skills while embrace the firm’s value of co-creation.

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Vertix Builders Welcomes Three Amazing People to their Team

Logan Sharp

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Dakotah Reed

Logan Sharp joins as an assistant superintendent and has been working in the construction industry for 10 years. He started with custom homes in Summit County before moving to the front range where he began working in commercial construction. Marcel Cloutier joins Vertix as an assistant project manager. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering Management from Long Beach State University. Dakotah Reed was hired as a project coordinator and is brand new to the construction industry, with a background in the medical field.

Kairoi Residential Promotes Mann and Hires Young

Lynsee Mann

Lynsee Mann has been promoted to Colorado Regional Support Coordinator. In her role she will support the site teams with training, staffing assistance and transition communities. She is an experienced property manager, specializing in the luxury lease-up sector. With a passion for brand curation, service experience and social media, Lynsee's accolades include receiving the 1% Brand Management ORA honors 2020 as well as the Kairoi RemarKable Award 2021. Lynsee holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Montana. Amanda Young joins as a Regional Manager with years of experience in the Denver market, client relations, and leading marketing and leasing teams. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising with a Minor in Marketing as well as a Master’s Degree in Sports Management from the University of Southern Mississippi.

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JR Engineering Adds Daniel Clark, PE, as New Principal

Daniel R. Clark, P.E.

JR Engineering adds Daniel R. Clark, PE, as a new principal of the firm. He joined JR Engineering’s Centennial office in 2012 with an undergraduate degree from Valparaiso University and master’s degree from University of Colorado Denver. Daniel is presently a group

RTA Architects Promotes Ann Marie Jackson to Associate Ann Marie Jackson, NCIDQ, LEED AP has been promoted to the level of Associate. Ann Marie joined RTA Architects in 2017 and is a leader in RTA's interior design studio. She has received numerous design awards for her work on such projects as Littleton Public Schools’ new Newton Middle School, and Hinsdale Ann Marie Jackson County School District’s Lake City Community School. Ann Marie earned a Bachelor of Arts for Interior Design from Bowling Green State University, holds a National Council for Interior Design Qualifications (NCIDQ) certificate, and is a LEED Accredited Professional.

lead in JR’s Golden office, where he utilizes more than a decade of professional experience in land development with an emphasis on value engineering and construction management. His recent projects include district engineering for Pena Station, the Solstice development in Douglas County, Trails at Green Acres in Centennial, and the Conexus mixeduse development in Monument, along with various other commercial and residential projects up and down the Front Range.

Howell Construction Hires Two

Jenna McElvain

Ware Malcomb Announces Promotes Rob Kiester

Rob Kiester

Rob Kiester has been promoted to Director in the firm’s Denver office. He is a licensed architect in Colorado and California with more than 12 years of experience in the architecture field. Rob has lead significant projects from initial master planning and design stages through construction completion.

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Leslie English

Jenna McElvain joins the company as a Project Engineer. After completing two successful internships with Howell in 2020 and again in 2021, Jenna joined the Howell family full-time upon graduation. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University. Leslie English joins Howell’s Accounting Department as a Project Accountant. Her impressive experience working in an accounting capacity within the construction industry includes work for regional and national contractors in the Denver market. At Howell, Leslie will help increase efficiency within this critical support function.

Studio K2 Architecture Elevates Geneva Kowalski

Geneva Kowalski

Geneva Kowalski, NCARB, has been promoted to principal and partner at the firm. She is a 13year veteran at SK2 with nearly 20 years of industry experience and has been instrumental in broadening the firm’s design capabilities, combining architectural and interior design experience with a master’s degree in urban design. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Perkins&Will Welcomes Two Industry Designers to the Sports, Recreation, and Entertainment Practice

Jeff Sittner joins Perkins&Will as a Senior Project Manager and Associate Principal. Jeff's 30 years of experience includes a variety of professional sport, performance, and entertainment projects. A graduate from Kansas State University, his Jeff Sittner portfolio of work consists of adaptive-reuse, stadiums, arenas, and entertainment destinations. Jeff has contributed to many recognizable projects including Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia and the Columbus Crew Training Facility in Columbus, Ohio.

Erica Muhlenbruch is an accomplished Interior Architect with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Also a graduate from Kansas State University, Erica’s portfolio includes all things sports architecture; stadiums, arenas, and practice facilities. Erica attributes her career success to the strong designer Erica Muhlenbruch /client relationships that she is intentional about fostering throughout each project. A few of Erica’s recognizable projects include Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, FL and the NBA Atlanta Hawks Emory Healthcare Sports Medicine Complex in Brookhaven, Georgia.

Front Range Design Center Hires New Talent

GH Phipps Promotions Chad Cleveland, with 17 years of service at GH Phipps, has been named Vice President of Operations. He will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations for the company’s major projects division and Concrete Services.

Jamie Valdez

Roland Eibl

Rachel Laurel

Jamie Valdez joins the design firm as Director of Design. She is an NKBA and ASID award winning designer with a BA in Interior Design. Jamie oversees and manages the design direction of every project. She led a client’s 18month project rebranding and updating their offices nationwide to whole home builds, kitchen, bath, and basement remodels. Roland Eibl joins as Director of Operations. An expert at coordinating commercial and residential projects for over 30 years, he also serves as a quarterback in complicated stakeholder, C-level team, and owner’s rep projects from design to final installation. Career highlights include overseeing the store design and execution of the Boulder’s Whole Food’s flagship opening, Ideal market remodel, as well as over 100 store remodels for these brands and other national chains. Rachel Laurel joins as a design associate with a degree in Architecture and certificate of Interior Design from CU Denver. Rachel brings extensive proficiency in computer design programs including Adobe suites, Revit, Rhino, CAD, and Sketch-up. She plays a key role in design development and schematic drawings including floorplans, elevations, and renderings. Rachel also assists with product selection and final client project deliverables. 36 | Colorado Construction & Design

Kevin Mahoney, with nine years of service at GH Phipps, has been named Vice President of Operations with continued oversight of the company’s Special Projects group as well as oversight and direction of the Colorado Springs Office. Shane Humphrey, who brings 30 years of construction experience, has been named Vice President of Field Operations. In this capacity he will be responsible for overseeing Corporate Safety and all aspects of field operations for the company, including all supervision and labor for construction operations. Send your personnel announcements to [email protected] for publication in CCD magazine. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Industry Spotlight

Father-Son Duo Building Together at O-A-K Colorado The President of Owen-Ames-Kimball (O-A-K) Colorado, Mike Beaudoin is always looking for ways to build his team with diverse, enthusiastic, and experienced team members. The father and son team of Juan Martinez Sr. and Juan Martinez

Jr. was an easy choice and a natural fit for serving O-A-K clients. In this interview, we speak to Juan Jr. about his journey in the construction industry and the invaluable guidance and support he received from his father.

Q: What led you to the construction industry, and how did your father influence your decision?

Q: It's clear that your father has had a profound impact on your career in the construction industry. Can you tell us more about your work at O-A-K Colorado?

Juan Jr.: When I was growing up, I always went to work with my dad. My first memory of being on a job site was for a new Jefferson County school. It was in the later stages of construction, and I was put on the sandblasting hose. Even though it was hard, dirty work, I loved it because I was with my dad and being one of the boys. I always admired my dad because he was the one who could fix anything and had every tool ever needed. He was the Home Depot of the neighborhood, and I was always there to help him. It seemed like a natural path for me to follow in his footsteps. Q: Can you tell us more about the role your father played in teaching you the skills you needed to succeed in the construction industry? Juan Jr.: I was signed up for 4H and had to build a bird feeder. I didn’t even know where to start, so of course, I went to my dad for help. He got a nice piece of wood, stenciled a leaf with a hole in the center, and then showed me how to use the jigsaw and hole saw. I was so proud of it, and I even won a ribbon! When it came time to decide what I wanted to do after high school, I honestly had no idea. I saw that you could go to school for construction management and figured… How hard could this be? Boy, was I wrong. My first semester, I was in an estimating class and quickly became overwhelmed with the assignment. I had never been tasked with reviewing a set of plans and providing an estimate on what the project would cost to construct. So, I went home from school one weekend, and my dad sat down with me and went through the plans. He showed me how to highlight the plans, dive into the section cut details, do take off on quantities, and sure enough, I got an A in the class. 38 | Colorado Construction & Design

Juan Jr.: Absolutely. At O-A-K Colorado, we are a general contractor, founded over 130 years ago, but just expanded to Colorado last Spring. We work in a wide range of projects, including commercial, municipal, healthcare, and education. Our goal is to provide high-quality construction services to our clients and build long-lasting relationships with them. Q: That's impressive. How has your experience working with your father helped you in your role at O-A-K Colorado? Juan Jr.: Working with my father has given me a deep understanding of the construction industry and the importance of attention to detail. It has also taught me the value of teamwork and collaboration. When we work on a project together, we each Juan Jr. and Juan Martinez, Sr. bring our own expertise to the table and work together to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Q: Finally, what advice would you give to someone who is just starting their career in the construction industry? Juan Jr.: My advice would be to never stop learning and to always be willing to ask for help. The construction industry is constantly evolving, and it's important to stay up to date on the latest technologies and techniques. It's also important to build relationships with other professionals in the industry and to seek out mentors who can provide guidance and support. And, of course, don't be afraid to get your hands dirty and work hard. The construction industry is a rewarding career path, but it requires dedication and a strong work ethic. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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DENVER ACADEMY CHANGES LIVES Founded in 1972, Denver Academy (DA) believes students thrive when taught in the way they learn best. Denver Academy is a co-educational, independent day school that employs a personalized approach to educate, inspire, and empower its students. Each child is unique and is celebrated by creating a customized curriculum that grows with them as they develop as learners.

“Remember that teacher who made a difference in your life? We have 70 of them!” - Denver Academy Head of School Mark Twarogowski

A nationally-recognized leader in innovative education, Denver Academy is one of the top schools in the nation dedicated to teaching students with varied learning profiles including dyslexia, ADHD, twice-exceptional students, and those with other learning challenges. The school has more than 50 years of experience bringing out the best in bright individuals in grades two through 12. Denver Academy at a Glance: • Small class sizes of 12-15 students • Focus on individual student success • Cool, smart, fun, and funny faculty with specialized training • Park-like 21-acre campus in Denver’s University Hills Neighborhood 40 | Colorado Construction & Design

• Assistive technology to enhance learning • Curriculum with appropriately-challenging academics, digital and fine arts programs, theater and athletic offerings, experiential education, and extracurricular activities, including diversity groups and chapters of nationally-recognized organizations like the National Honor Society • Partnership Model: students, parents and teachers • A sophisticated understanding of each student’s learning profile

What Makes Denver Academy Unique? Denver Academy asks, “How are you smart?” Denver Academy knows its students want to succeed and encourages them to reach higher by holding them accountable to expectations they can achieve. Along the way, teachers offer students high levels of support to boost confidence and empower success. Students excel in their strengths and are equipped to overcome their challenges. They discover and remember that school and learning can be fun and that they are smarter and more capable than they imagined. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Serving students with varied learning profiles, including those with dyslexia and ADHD, grades 2-12.

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Looking to the Future In 2016, Denver Academy embarked on one of the most exciting and ambitious projects in the history of the school, the Building on Excellence Campaign to enhance the experience of the DA community for decades to come. The generous community joined together to fund the following projects which have been completed: • Renovation of the Elementary Building • Construction of the James E. Loan Athletic Center Denver Academy is designed to be different. Denver Academy’s program has been evolving and developing since 1972. Here are a few things that set it apart from other schools:

• Grew the Endowment Fund by $2M

• Full-time counselors for each division • Daily physical education classes for grades 2-6 (grades 7-12 PE elective) and no-cut athletic team offerings for grades 6-12 • Character education, including mindfulness training • College and transition counseling services provided for high school students • Visual and performing arts classes, including welding and metal arts • Literacy specialists to provide academic support and interventions, as needed • A focus on volunteerism and service • Yearly immersive experiential education opportunities • Executive functioning skills development incorporated into everyday learning • STEM programming for all divisions with a specialized Campos EPC SmartLab (Science, Math, Art, Robotics, and Technology) for students in grades 2-8, and a new lab underway for DA High School students

“The arts are important for education. Especially for our community, a lot of kids find their home in the arts, and we’re so glad to be able to give them a first-class home!” Denver Academy offers year-round enrollment based on availability. Open houses are offered throughout the year. They provide an opportunity to tour the beautiful park-like campus with a student ambassador and to meet faculty and staff. The Enrollment Team is also happy to schedule private meetings and tours with families. Need-based financial aid is available and nearly 30 percent of DA families receive this support. 42 | Colorado Construction & Design

The new Performing Arts Center is the final construction project of DA’s $25 million 50th Anniversary Building on Excellence capital campaign. The Performing Arts Center will shine a light on DA students' talents and passions. The new Center will be 16,000 square feet and will replace the school’s current theater which has seating for just 49 people. It will provide an inspiring setting for students to create, perform, and thrive, and for more audience members to be a part of the experience! Highlights of the building include a grand 250-seat theater with sectional seating and a mezzanine, a black box theater, and vocal and instrumental music classroom space. The building will also offer improved sound, lighting, and AV systems and a central lobby to house a ticket office and a location for pre- and post-performance functions.

Denver Academy Performing Arts Center rendering: Clutch Design Studio

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Denver Academy Performing Arts Center rendering: Clutch Design Studio

When the new Performing Arts Center opens, Denver Academy will have the opportunity to revamp its performing arts offerings. The building will allow the school to increase the number of classes and programming that can occur simultaneously. DA’s Dean of Arts and Media Katherine Bradford is particularly excited about having space to train singers for musicals and room for building and storing sets, props, and costumes. The future Performing Arts Center also opens up possibilities for community engagement. The new building will offer expanded summer program opportunities and programming possibilities outside of the regular school year. Collaborations with neighboring

non-profit organizations, community partners, and/or local arts organizations are also possible with this new space. Additional funds are still needed to complete the Performing Arts Center by early 2024. To find out more about Denver Academy and the excitement ahead, visit www.denveracademy.org. Denver Academy 4400 E. Iliff Ave., Denver, CO 80222 Admissions: 303-777-5161; [email protected]

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Parks, Recreation, Sports & Entertainment Venue project round up City of Aurora's New Southeast Aurora Recreation Center and Fieldhouse Global design firm Populous and the City of Aurora celebrated the opening of the 77,000-square-foot recreation center and field house at 25400 E Alexander Dr. in southeast Aurora, a marriage of inspiration from the dynamic landscape, views and topography of its mountain-adjacent location and thoughtful design and amenities focused on benefitting the community. 44 | Colorado Construction & Design

Populous was selected to design the recreation center and field house to respect, celebrate and participate in its site, while also fulfilling the necessary requirements of operational efficiency, cost-effective design and, chiefly, betterment of the community. The project also provides the city’s first indoor field house. The project is the second ground-up recreation center constructed in over 40 years www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

for the city — Populous also led the design of Aurora’s Central Recreation Center, awarded the Engineering News-Record Best of the Best Sports/ Entertainment project in 2019. The center’s design was influenced by and leverages the site’s breathtaking views. Upon arrival, the center emerges from the landscape. Using resources such as natural Douglas Fir structure and decking, the structure mimics the geography of a canyon, with a large open entryway that spans the length of the building and draws visitors into the canyon, providing expansive, unobstructed views through a glass curtainwall of the Rocky Mountains, from Pikes Peak to Longs Peak. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

The design employs natural light throughout the space with glass walls providing visibility into the distinct areas such as the basketball courts. In addition, “Florescence,” a public art piece by Adam Buente of Project One Studio, extends from the entry to the far curtainwall. The Populous and Project One Studio teams worked together to combine community impressions of Aurora with the architecture of the space, making way for a piece that mimics Aurora’s landscape of human activity and the natural world, also depicting the diversity of its community.

curtainwall, incorporating changes in elevation throughout the loop. The path symbolizes a journey through the terrain and provides a unique exercise experience. The fitness area includes a patio and garage door opening to outdoor training areas, creating a further link to the landscape. In addition to the gym, track and other outdoor fitness areas, the recreation center features a field house, pools, community spaces, various indoor exercise areas and lounges, creating a space fit for all residents.

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Colorado Convention Center The Colorado Convention Center project in downtown Denver includes adding a new multi-function space, an enclosed pre-function area, an exterior terrace, additional service circulation elements, egress elements, a kitchen and restroom facilities. The expansion will be above the existing building roof, creating a mixed-use facility accommodating up to 8,000 occupants.

The new multi-function area is a highlight of the expansion project. It will be the largest ballroom in the US upon completion, with a roof level of 67 feet, 60 feet of horizontal storm piping and 50 feet of horizontal duct. RK Mechanical is responsible for installing the necessary plumbing and mechanical systems to support the expansion project, including

all three phases. This will include modifying the existing space in phases I and II and carrying out the actual expansion in phase III. Overall, RK Mechanical’s contribution to the expansion of the Colorado Convention Center is critical in creating a state-of-the-art facility that can accommodate a wide range of events and attendees.

Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center Aquatic Renovation The Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center has undergone a remarkable transformation with a $14 million renovation that has turned the facility into a state-of-the-art aquatic haven for the community. The renovation has completely updated and improved the pool programming space and provided an accessible pipe galley for maintenance and repairs. The facility's pools, sauna, steam room, family locker room, and

associated equipment have all been replaced with modern aquatic environments and amenities. The renovation includes two water slides, a 20-person therapeutic hydro-jet spa, and a new 6-lane lap pool, with a separate aqua-exercise pool designed for low-impact water aerobics. The wave pool with a lazy river and bubble pit provides a fun and dynamic experience for swimmers of all ages. The activity

pool with zero-depth entry, play structure, geysers, and sprays provides a safe and enjoyable environment for children to play in the water. Overall, the renovation has created a vibrant, dynamic, and inclusive aquatic center, an exciting destination for fitness, relaxation, and fun for all ages and abilities.

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Denver Museum Nature Play & Box Canyon Waterway Project The Nature Play and Box Canyon Waterway project at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science project is a collaboration between DMNS and the City and County of Denver and will cover four acres across the southwest corner of the museum in City Park. This multisensory outdoor venue will include numerous unique elements that will appeal to multiple generations, including swings, slides, climbing features, seating and gathering spaces, a 20-foot bighorn

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sheep sculpture, and accessible pathways. Additionally, the historic waterway in the southeast corner of City Park will be restored and highlight Colorado’s ecosystems through play experiences. One of the most fascinating aspects of this project is how much the Denver community has driven its overall vision. As part of the 2018 City Park Master Planning Process, more than 800 community members were surveyed so the end result could best match the public’s needs. Feedback

included the desire for accessibility, native Colorado plants, and water features and much more. This new outdoor space will provide learning opportunities and gathering spaces for all ages and abilities for years to come. It is expected to open to the public in late 2024. ECI Site Construction Management will serve as the project’s general contractor and Dig Studio as the primary landscape architect.

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USL Colorado Springs Switchbacks, Weidner Field Weidner Field is a flagship multi-use facility for Colorado Springs. The new stadium accommodates a variety of sporting and entertainment events. As part of the CityGate property adjacent to the new Olympic Museum, the downtown site was a strategic choice for the stadium’s development. The site offers high visibility, nearby restaurants, museums, parks, and residences that have revitalized the city’s core, creating a special experience for participants and spectators. Funded partially by

a State of Colorado economic development grant, the stadium has had an immediate influence on redevelopment of this once declining, industrial neighborhood. A strong funding partnership with Weidner Homes and Colorado Switchbacks Football Club allowed the project to fulfill the original vision of the City for Champions initiative. The new stadium has 8,000 seats, expandable to 15,000 for concerts and other special events. It is the

home field for the Colorado Springs Switchbacks, a USL Championship League franchise. The signature northeast entry features a dynamic, large stainless-steel sculpture entitled “The Epicenter.” The sculpture represents the City’s commitment to its status as the City for Champions, creating an interesting visual dialog between the stadium and the stainless steel-clad Olympic Museum.

Foothills Park and Recreation District Celebrates Major Milestone Perkins&Will and FCI Constructors Inc. reached a major milestone in the construction of the Foothills Park and Recreation District in March 2023, with a beam signing and topping out ceremony at the Columbine West Outdoor Pool. The new facility will have a brandnew pool house that contains a lifeguard area, locker rooms, family changing rooms, concessions, storage, and other support spaces. A new zero-depth recreation pool 48 | Colorado Construction & Design

will be connected to the existing lap pool, it will include all new spray features and a themed aquatic play structure. Play features will be added to the lap pool to increase aquatic activity while leaving space for lap swimming. The existing dive pool will be getting a new drop slide and jumping platform. Other site upgrades include a pool deck, a new parking lot, and improved drainage.

that Perkins&Will partnered with Foothills Park and Recreation District. The new facilities are being designed with classic and durable materials to ensure longevity over the next 50 years. The material palettes have been locally adapted to tie into the basalt and cedar tones of the mountains, adding a touch of natural beauty inspired by the surrounding neighborhood and community.

This project is one of two similar outdoor pool renovation projects

Both pool renovation projects are set to be completed this summer. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

Bison Ridge Recreation Center The citizens of Commerce City envisioned a recreation center that represented the traditions of the past in modern design. The result was a full-service community amenity that offers programming for sports, social events, and wellness. The center's architecture was carefully designed with gabled volumes, which recall the “homestead” through a cluster of agrarian buildings. Inside, visitors can find a variety of activity areas, including a large community center for public events,

a leisure pool with an interactive waterslide, a full-service gymnastics studio, a basketball and volleyball gymnasium, state-of-the-art weight and cardio equipment, and several group training opportunities, and an outdoor rooftop fitness deck with a stunning view of Long’s Peak. The building is designed with a single control point across the lobby to segregate paid from non-paid functions, while maintaining a visual connection to the front entry and each wing of the building. Day-use

lockers and changing rooms are conveniently located throughout the facility. A gender-neutral change suite with dual language signage is available with direct connection to the pool. This facility is 106,000 square feet and the second recreation center for Commerce City and was designed with community needs in mind. The center is a valuable asset to the community, providing opportunities for physical activity, social events, and overall wellness.

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Hotel/Convention Center renderings - Blur Workshop, LLC

Three Projects... One Academy Destination

by Hadley Clow, Communications Coordinator - GE Johnson

The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), located in Colorado Springs, is experiencing three major construction projects with the general contractor, GE Johnson. GE Johnson was is building the brand-new visitor center, hotel and convention center, and performing the Falcon Stadium modernization projects. When driving south off the North Gate Boulevard exit on I-25, you see a towering red crane. This is the site of the future four diamond standard hotel and event center just outside the gates of the Academy. Directly north of the hotel and convention center project is the site of the new visitor center. These two sites will eventually be connected by an overhead pedestrian bridge. Once you pass through the gates into the Academy, visitors will also get a glimpse of Falcon Stadium’s renovations. 50 | Colorado Construction & Design

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The Hotel/Convention Center The nine-story building will rank second in Colorado Springs for number of rooms and square feet of meeting space. With 375 rooms and 26,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, this design-build project is essentially two builds happening simultaneously. The conference center and upper event lawn and amenity deck, built with composite steel frames on the west side of the building, is a three-story podium structure. Here, conferences will take place with floor to ceiling windows where the mountains surround the space, showcasing the true beauty of Colorado. The top level of this structure will feature an event lawn for weddings and other events as well as a pool, bar, and restaurant and plenty of places to take in the breathtaking mountainous backdrop. The hotel space, consisting of a six-story tower, is being constructed using load bearing metal stud (LBMS) walls by Infinity Structures. The 600 lineal feet by 30-foot-high panels are prefabricated and brought on site, followed by the

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concrete decking. This process adds a new level to the structure every few weeks.

delivery method and are expected to be delivered and installed early this summer.

As budget and schedule are always top of mind, the team had the added challenge of historic inflation during the design phase. As such, ingenuity has been the driving force on the designing, planning, and building of this new Colorado Springs destination. To keep structural costs down, the design was driven by the topography of the site. For example, the entrance of the hotel is on the third level while utilizing a load-relief wall system.

The prefabrication elements have not only been useful for saving time, but also for preserving the safety of the crews. The first vertical structure placed above the lowest slab was the Redicor stair core. These factory-built modular units are brought in and stacked on top of one another. Inside these steel form cores are the stairs where concrete is poured, providing crews with the main access to the top of the structure for the duration of the project. This is the first use of the Redicor system in Colorado Springs.

The GE Johnson team is making great use of prefabrication to assist in keeping the project on schedule. In addition to the LBMS wall panels, bathroom pods are incorporated into the hotel rooms. Prior to construction, GE Johnson built two full model hotel rooms to scale. One room was built with a traditional build and the other with the Surepod bathroom pods incorporated. The Surepods were selected as the preferred building

A unique recreational element of the space is the two flight simulators, providing guests with a real-life pilot experience. The hotel promises an unforgettable stay and amenities abound with fitness and spa facilities, the pool and event lawn, and six kitchen/food and beverage spaces throughout. The project is expected to be complete in fall of 2024.

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Visitor Center rendering - Fentress Architects

The Visitor Center GE Johnson has partnered with the Air Force Academy since building the original visitor center in 1985. Located inside the base, the existing visitor center will be replaced by a new visitor center just outside the gates, giving more access to the general public. The new USAFA Visitor Center will be 34,000 square-feet inclusive of a level one mezzanine and level two core and shell build out, and mimics an airplane taking off. Construction of the award-winning design includes a metal wall panel, curtain wall, thermoplastic 52 | Colorado Construction & Design

polyolefin (TPO) roof, and three metal panel roof systems. Construction of this project has been a long time coming, with estimating efforts beginning back in 2016. The team has been able to work in a design-assist fashion. “Overcoming escalation and lead times has been a big feat for us,” says Kendall Dietzius, GE Johnson project manager. “We’ve worked hard to get early approvals on material, equipment, and other components of the building approved, submitted and into fabrication.”

The team is off to a great start, with most of the early foundation efforts finished as of February 2023, while working through the severe winter weather since December.

Falcon Stadium Modernization In addition to the projects happening just outside the Academy gate, the Falcon Stadium east concourse will have a new and improved feel to give fans a premium experience while rooting on the Air Force Falcons. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

The modernization consists of replacing the existing east concourse with the new East Club, featuring 1,200 premium seats and a state-ofthe-art, club-level experience. The project includes a modern and efficient entrance, a heritage plaza, open-air hospitality decks, enhanced food and beverage options, updated restrooms, new merchandise areas, and a ticket office. The East Club will provide panoramic views of Falcon Stadium during athletic competition, special events and corporate gatherings. A groundbreaking took place in January 2023. “This phase starts the complex integration of the new master plan for the stadium. It faces many construction and logistical challenges where we will ensure the stadium is accessible and open for events, primarily football games and graduation. The construction of the east concourse will make it the new focal point for the stadium,” said Joe Opyd, senior project manager for GE Johnson. When complete, the modernization will transform Falcon Stadium into a world-class venue and year-round destination for events. The project is expected to be completed by the 2024 football season. Falcon Stadium rendering - HKS, Inc.

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Industry Spotlight

Five construction injury trends you should know about - and how to address them. Longer days and rising temperatures can only mean one thing: Peak construction season in Colorado is almost here. This summer, job sites will be buzzing with workers tackling complex projects - and facing a variety of hazards. In 2022, the number of workplace injuries spiked 17% in June, July and August compared to the rest of the year.

#2 Young workers account for most injuries.

Do you know what to watch for? Pinnacol Assurance provides worker’s compensation coverage to around 64% of the construction employers in Colorado, so we have the data to help you identify and prevent workplace injuries. Here are five trends you should know about, and how to address them.

#1 Serious injuries spike on Saturdays.

In 2022, injury severity and cost more than doubled on Saturdays. Here’s why: Some jobsites are working with skeleton crews on the weekend or lack the same level of weekday on-site supervision. Other crews might be rushing so they can get home for their kid’s baseball game. Most of all, the workforce shortage makes construction a six-day workweek, and by the final day of working 8-10 hour shifts, many employees are fatigued. The higher level of fatigue leads to a greater likelihood of a serious injury. But there are solid ways to prevent injuries on Saturdays. Make sure to give your crew the freedom to ask questions, or stop work, if they’re not comfortable with a task. That goes for both experienced and green employees. You can also watch for signs of fatigue and ensure the team is focused on doing the job right and safely instead of cutting corners to it. 54 | Colorado Construction & Design

They say youth is wasted on the young, but in construction, they take full advantage of their bodies' ability to bounce back quickly. In 2022, workers in their 20’s experienced more than 28 percent of injuries we saw. But we shouldn’t take their quick recovery for granted - no matter the age, a workplace injury is painful for the employee and disruptive to your jobsite. While there’s no shortcut to experience, you can teach young employees about situational awareness with these ideas: • Discourage multitasking • Practice “See something, say something” • Communicate changes to the jobsite • Implement proper training • Build curiosity

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#3 Older, experienced employees get hurt less. But when they do, they’re bad.

Last year’s data shows claims with workers older than 40 were 35% more costly than those under 40. That’s natural - the older we get, the slower our bodies recover after an injury. But there are ways to prepare our bodies for recovery and to feel better in general. One of those ways is to take a Total Worker Health approach, which considers more than just the physical aspects of the workplace when thinking about your employee's well-being. In construction, that might look like: • Normalizing conversations about mental health • Showing empathy when employees discuss struggles off the job site • Understanding how burnout can affect physical performance

#4 Strains are the king of injuries.

Let’s look at three ways to prevent strains: 1. Eliminate the hazard or substitute it with a less strenuous motion. 2. Minimize the amount of manual material handling needed. Using mechanical devices — lifts, stackers and hoists, for example. 3. Reorganize the sequence of job tasks to incorporate more frequent recovery periods, or cross-training employees to allow frequent job rotation.

#5 Watch the hands.

Out of more than 10,000 construction claims we analyzed, a full 2,800 affected the hands - more than any other single body part. It makes sense. A construction worker’s hands are their tools. They’re exposed to cuts, burns, bruises and breaks. But is there a way to keep our digits out of harm’s way? Absolutely. PPE can’t protect hands from everything, but it’s a solid first line of defense. Take the time to perform a PPE audit to ensure you’re using the right gloves for the task. What about the tools you’re using? You put your hands at risk when your equipment is poorly maintained or is set up wrong. (We’re looking at you, power tool with the guard removed.) No matter the employee's age, accident cause, or injured body part, you can help them recover quickly and keep costs down by reporting quickly, investigating the accident, and keeping in touch with your employee. Before the construction season is fully ramped up, take the time to identify ways you can protect your people and stay productive all summer.

This is about as surprising as saying the Broncos need a competent quarterback to win, but it’s still worth remembering: The most common injuries on construction sites are strains.

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Colorado Association of Black Professional Engineers and Scientists (CABPES) Partner with Burns & McDonnell for Student STEM Activity The Colorado Association of Black Professional Engineers and Scientists (CABPES) hosted a hands-on STEM activities for students participating in CABPES Junior Engineers, Tomorrow’s Scientists (JETS) program at the University of Denver. The event is a part of a semester-long curriculum, which is designed to encourage African American and other underrepresented minority youth to consider careers in STEM. “CABPES is in the business of creating future engineers and scientists that will play a vital role in creating new technologies that make the world a better place,” says Dewey F. Brigham, Jr., Ph.D., executive director for CABPES. “We are excited to give students another great opportunity to participate in STEM activities to spark career interests.” At the event, students had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities built around this year’s theme: Improving Human Health Through Advancements in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering Disciplines. Professional engineers from organizations, including Burns & McDonnell, a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture and construction firm, helped in leading the STEM activities at the event. Burns & McDonnell has also been partnering with CABPES on the semester-long effort to help encourage the next generation of STEM professionals. In 2022, the firm gave more than $1.2 million in STEM grants. “CABPES has been a wonderful partner for Burns & McDonnell and we have been honored to serve as mentors and real-life examples of what it means to have a career in STEM,” says Dan Korinek, senior vice president and regional manager for Denver in Colorado. “It is also nice to see past participants of the CABPES program join our Burns & McDonnell team in Denver.” The demand for STEM jobs is growing rapidly as technical industries face workforce shortages that will only become more crucial in the near future. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a need for about 25,000 new civil engineers each year throughout this decade.

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In the Pipeline NUCA (National Utility Contractors Association) of Colorado Update by Christine Barnes Christine Barnes, Executive Director, NUCA of Colorado

NUCA of Colorado represents over 80 member companies in the utility construction industry which equates to several thousand members in the state of Colorado. This is what was on the forefront of our members’ minds on Thursday, February 23rd during our Breakfast at the Capitol where we met with legislators and their staff on the key issues and bills effecting our industry and businesses in Colorado. See photos from this event on page 59. Members were able to explain that a bill such as House Bill 1118 would have a sweeping impact on thousands of public & private employers, place new restrictions on scheduling practices & hurt those it intends to help. NUCA of Colorado President, Riley Lindemann, also had a meaningful conversation with Senator Rachel Zenzinger expressing support of Senate Bill 065 Career Development Success Program. Lindemann stated that “Continuing to incentivize such programs motivates schools to continue providing their students with opportunities to explore, including trade schools.” NUCA National Annual Meeting was held on Monday, March 13th in Las Vegas, NV. NUCA Members received a discounted registration to ConExpo and many joined us in Las Vegas. We installed Tom Butler as our 2023 Chairman and economist Anirban Basu provided his 2023 Economic Outlook over lunch.

NUCA of Colorado presented and had a booth at the 9th Annual El Paso County Excavator Breakfast on March 31st. The association also held a mixer at Topgolf Colorado Springs on February 22nd and despite a snow storm and frigid temperatures had over 50 members and guests attend. It was a great segway to the breakfast. The NUCA Colorado Safety Committee has created a great 2023 schedule with monthly Safety Roundtable discussions and quarterly safety lunches. Our sold out Rights and Responsibilities During an OSHA Inspection was a huge success in January and we are looking forward to a Damage Prevention Seminar in April. Finally, it wouldn’t be a Colorado Association without a ski day so NUCA of Colorado has partnered with CAGE, RMNASTT and SEAC for the second year to bring you a great ski day at Arapahoe Basin on Friday, April 14th. Details for all of the meetings, events and trainings mentioned are available on our website at: www.nucacolorado.com We hope to see you there!

The Scholarship Cornhole Tournament took place on March 22nd at the Basketball Social House from 4pm – 8pm. This was our annual scholarship fundraising event. Last year, the association was able to award five scholarships to member dependents. The committee hopes to do even more this year. Check out photos from the event on page 79.

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Become a member: There are four options for membership: Contractor, Associate, Specialty and Institutional. Find out which category you fit in by visiting www.nucacolorado.com NUCA is the only trade association dedicated solely to the utility construction business, NUCA of Colorado is the preeminent place to come together with other industry professionals to grow and develop, listen and communicate, and share best practices in a spirit of trust and cooperation. NUCA of Colorado offers its members the opportunity to build relationships and create unique business opportunities, stay up-to-date on the latest industry news, and participate in shaping industry-related legislation. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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Connections Get Connected with One of Colorado’s Most Active Small & Diverse Business Organizations in Colorado by Rosy McDonough Rosy Arbutto McDonough is the Executive Director of Hispanic Contractors of Colorado & HCC Contractor Academy

Small businesses are an important fuel to the U.S. economy and have a considerable economic impact to our local economy. The Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (HCC), a 501(c)(6) non-profit corporation and professional trade association, is dedicated to ensuring small businesses in the architect, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry continue to create meaningful impact in the Colorado economy. With over 200 corporate members, the HCC has continued to be a leader in creating effective networking spaces for small and minority business owners to connect with potential clients, build networks, and retain important business and industry knowledge. The HCC was founded 35 years ago by ten Latino business leaders with passion to create an organization that would better advocate for small and Hispanicowned construction businesses in Colorado. The group supported major Colorado legislative initiatives and helped advocate for small/diverse business certifications with numerous public agencies across the state. Like the welcoming nature of the Latino culture, the HCC evolved into becoming a true diversity leader over the years and has created inclusive spaces for all small and diverse business owners to thrive in construction. “I truly believe the HCC is one of the most effective organizations out there in Colorado that supports small, minority and women-owned businesses,” said HCC Executive Director Rosy McDonough. “From networking events to instructional opportunities, we are a one-stop-shop organization to support small businesses. It’s hard to be a small business owner that wears all the hats, so we create a space where they can easily find potential work and educational support as they grow their business.” The HCC has 11 committee groups, allowing its members to become involved in hosting networking opportunities, creating safe spaces to share industry 60 | Colorado Construction & Design

knowledge or create and support legislative changes impacting small and diverse businesses. “Our committee groups are a great way for our members to stay active and involved in the organization,” said McDonough. “Through these committees, our organization is able to make real change in the construction industry and ensure that small and diverse businesses continue to have a strong voice in Colorado.” Want to find a better network? Check out these upcoming HCC Events in 2023: GMM Events are held on the third Wednesday of every month. These events are a networking benefit for HCC members and non-members: • Healthcare Update GMM – April 19 • Procurement Update GMM – May 17 • Aviation Update GMM – July 19 • GMM Tradeshow and Wine Tasting – September 20 • K-12 Update GMM – October 18 Other networking events: • Making Her Way – Women in Leadership Fundraiser – April 13 • HCC Golf Tournament – June 1 • HCC Clay Shoot – October 5 • Cake Auction – December HCC Contractor Academy HCC Contractor Academy, a branch of the HCC, is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing affordable training for small businesses in the A/E/C Industry. Last year, the group hosted educational opportunities year-round, which are all facilitated by experienced professionals from numerous A/E/C firms across the state.

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The HCC Contractor Academy also rolled out its third cohort of the Scaling Program, which is a unique sixmonth program that combines hands-on classroom time, group interaction, discussion series and one-onone support with a dedicated industry professional. The objective of this exclusive program is to provide senior-level leadership and management participants with the tools, insights and skills needed to scale their business. The program is limited to 15 participants, which allows extensive collaboration and exploration while offering the time and space for discussions with peers on today’s real-life challenges and opportunities. In addition, each participant is partnered with a C-level executive coach from a matching industry. There are different eligibility requirements to enroll in the program, which can be found on the HCC Contractor Academy website.

The HCC is excited to continue to support our industry in 2023 and be a true connector for all local A/E/C Colorado companies. “Our HCC members are the reason we have a significant presence in our industry and each of these companies help us grow,” said McDonough. “Like Colorado, the HCC is a melting pot – welcoming everyone’s involvement. Amplify your voice through us, explore contracting opportunities, build your network and attend professional events. We want you to be a part of the HCC family!” Please visit https://hcc-diversityleader.org for more information on how to become an HCC member and attend future events. There are also many sponsorship opportunities for future events available – a great way to showcase your company and connect with the small/ diverse business community.

Check out these upcoming HCC Contractor Academy Instructional Events in 2023: • Taking the Mystery out of Contracts – April 15 • Planning—Then Staying on Track – May 9 • How To Keep the Cash Coming In – June 13 • Cybersecurity Horror Stories – June 11

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Building Green Green Building Community in Colorado Ramps Up for Busy Year by Charlie Woodruff Charlie Woodruff, Mountain Regional Director, U.S. Green Building Council

Every year, the U.S. Green Building Council announces its annual ranking of the Top 10 States for LEED. The list is based on LEED-certified gross square footage per capita over the past year. The LEED rating system is the world’s most widely used green building program and was created by USGBC as a leadership standard defining best practices for healthy, high-performing green buildings. In its 13th year, Colorado is one of few states that has made the rankings every year. This year, Colorado came in seventh place with 59 projects representing more than 12 million certified gross square feet. Colorado’s success can be attributed to the robust green building community and its passion for building green. Looking ahead to this year, the USGBC Colorado community is eager to ramp up its activities and will host more in-person meetings and events. One of the upcoming anchor events is a summit in Denver on May 24. The half-day in-person summit is taking place at the CSU Spur campus at the National Western Center and will feature a series of rapid-fire presentations ranging from embodied carbon to how the LEED and WELL certification programs are complimentary. The CSU Spur campus is a brand-new sustainable development dedicated to community education, engagement, and research. Because each building is pursuing LEED certification, it’s a perfect location for a green building community event. As Colorado continues to develop climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies, the green building community is eager to support innovation relevant to the built environment. We know that even if every new building is sustainable and efficient, like the CSU Spur buildings, the majority of our building stock already exists. That’s why many of our programs, resources and tools, such as the Arc performance platform, are designed to address the existing building sector.

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This focus comes at every level of the organization, including the vision of the board of directors and leadership that our work must scale to include all buildings to have the impact and outcomes needed. To continue to be an effective market transformation tool and remain a gold standard the LEED rating system must evolve as market conditions and standard building practices get better over time. Later this year, USGBC will unveil LEED v5 during the annual Greenbuild conference, which will take place in September in Washington, D.C. Currently, the next version of the LEED rating system is under the development phase and will be guided by the Future of LEED Principles, which were developed after months of conversations that engaged the global LEED community. As a consensus-based rating system, it’s critical that building developers, designers, owners, and operators engage in how LEED is advanced in version five. There are many ways to get involved starting with attending a community event, volunteering for a committee, or submitting technical comments on different credit categories when the draft version is released later this year. It's an exciting time to see policies and green building practices being implemented to improve the quality of life and the resilience of our communities, but there is much opportunity ahead of us. To share your thoughts or expertise, feel free to reach out and engage with the USGBC Colorado community.

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Women in Construction Why do you want more women on your team? by Keller Hayes Program Director, Transportation and Construction Girl™, Hoya Foundation

Often times, we talk about adding more women to the workforce, but we don’t really talk about why this is a good thing. Here are a few reasons women can enhance your current team: 1. Workforce Shortage - According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Colorado has about 180,000 workers in construction now, but will need around 220,000 by 2027 to meet demand. That does not take into account the huge numbers of workers retiring from the industry. And, while the percentage of women in construction has increased to 14%, there is still a huge opportunity by seeking women for those open jobs. Because, as most people know, women make up 50.5% of the population. I would like to call the distance between 14% and 50.5% an Opportunity Gap. 2. Different Perspectives – Okay, it comes as no surprise to anyone that men and women’s brains work differently. But do you know how? Women’s Corpus Callosum in their brains are 25% larger than men’s. This means they bounce back and forth between feelings and facts easily. It is also why women are labeled as Multi Taskers. Men are more prone to think in straight lines. What does this mean to a company? Imagine a project meeting. A woman’s brain tends to hit all sorts of different points. The upside? She will make sure every base is covered. The downside? It will slow down the process. Men tend to think from point A to Point B. The upside? You may get the meeting done quicker. The downside, you may lose a little of the emotional IQ and may miss a detail on the way. Neither perspective is right or wrong. Diverse teams make better decisions 87% of the time.

This is NOT to be confused with wanting a fair wage. But lots of people throw around the idea that it is balance. No, the number one reason that women take a job is that they want to “Do Their Best”. This is a powerful desire to bring on your team. Make sure that you set up women to be able to do their best. Encourage (and give them the time) to ask questions. Pay attention to “He-peats”. What are Hepeats? Nicole Gugliucci coined that phrase as when a woman suggests something and it meets silence. Yet, minutes later, when a male colleague says the same thing, it is applauded. 4. Help Build Solid Customer Relationships – Constructionjobs.com says “The great speaking and connecting skills women bring to the table are invaluable assets in the industry.” One local company sent a brand new graduate to meet with their biggest client. Why - because she had the soft skills to listen to the client and build a relationship. We all know that some people click with certain people and others don’t. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to pick which style works with each client? If you would like to know more about bringing young women into the industry, go to: https://constructiongirl.org/ We are working to encourage young women to pursue economically sustainable careers in the transportation and construction industry. You can reach Keller Hayes at [email protected]

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Safety & Risk Management Workplace Accidents and the Aftermath – How to Respond to an OSHA Inspection by Gary Glader Gary Glader is a Practice Area Leader, Safety Consulting, CCIG

An employee fatality or serious injury is one of the most tragic occurrences a business owner or manager can encounter. It’s so difficult that most choose not to think about it – but that leaves them unprepared and vulnerable. When a fatality or serious injury occurs, employers have to navigate the emotional nightmare of managing the situation and notifying the employee’s family. In addition to those unimaginable tasks, employers face complex administrative processes with their insurance company and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Advancements in safety processes and programs have made a meaningful impact on the number of workplace injuries and fatalities, but OSHA can still appear at a job site unannounced.

Why Do OSHA Inspections Occur? OSHA inspections are triggered for any number of reasons, and over 24,000 inspections occurred in 2021. Businesses must notify OSHA within eight hours of a fatality and 24 hours after a hospitalization or amputation. Unfortunately, many businesses are unaware of OSHA’s prescribed time frames, which can expose them to further scrutiny and citations. OSHA inspections can occur due to: • Employee complaints • Poor safety history reflected in OSHA 300 logs • Specific focus on more dangerous industries • Referrals (competitors or general public) • Random inspections • Fatalities and serious injuries OSHA’s current penalties are: • $15,625 for the most common “serious” violation • $156,259 for the more significant “willful” violation 64 | Colorado Construction & Design

For many clients, the sting of hefty fines pales in comparison to the reputational damage associated with violations appearing on OSHA’s public website. A poor OSHA record can prevent contractors from bidding or being awarded work by high-profile owners and general contractors, putting them at risk of losing their business.  

How Can Companies Prepare for an OSHA Inspection?

Properly preparing for an OSHA inspection can mean the difference between a long and painful inspection with many citations and an outcome with few (if any) citations and penalties. Here are three steps we recommend our clients take to prepare for an inspection.

#1. Gather Evidence of Safety Programs and Training Without solid documentation, safety doesn’t translate to OSHA compliance. Many OSHA regulations require employers to provide evidence of safety programs and employee safety training. An employer can have an effective safety program, but violate OSHA requirements because they lack documentation and proof of their programs and processes.

#2. Educate Employees on Safety Procedures Employee actions (or inactions) cause many OSHArelated incidents. For example, if OSHA observes an improperly set up ladder when driving by a construction site, the inspector can stop and issue a citation.

#3. Know Your Rights During an OSHA Inspection An OSHA inspection can occur at any time, with any inspector. Educating yourself on your rights during an inspection can help protect you and your business if part of the inspection oversteps the bounds of what’s allowed.

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them through the difficult process of managing their administrative responsibilities when these heartbreaking events happen. Sadly, one of our clients experienced a job site fatality several years ago. It was truly a tragic incident that occurred even though the company had well-documented procedures and processes in place to prevent it.

These four elements of the defense represent an employer’s reasonable effort to prevent such misconduct, and the agency will not hold that against the employer. These four elements must be in place prior to an OSHA inspection.

Following the onsite inspection, OSHA requested information from the client as part of its ongoing investigation and to determine if OSHA violations contributed to the incident. In addition to the traditional information requested by OSHA during an inspection, CCIG’s safety consultant advised the client to collect the following information:

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• Written safety rules, including rules regarding unsafe behavior related to this incident • Documentation of safety training, including the specific rule that could have prevented the fatality • Copies of job site safety inspections specifically looking for compliance with the rule that could have prevented the employee’s death • Copies of disciplinary action for safety violations, including the safety rule that would have prevented the death of the employee Additionally, CCIG’s safety consultant drafted a letter for the client to send to OSHA along with the documentation detailed above. Three months following the OSHA inspection, the case was closed with no citations or penalties issued as OSHA found the employer had rules and procedures in place to appropriately address this risk.

Planning, Preparation, and Processes Can Benefit Businesses of All Sizes

CCIG works with organizations of all sizes to structure safety strategies and programs. From subcontractors to general contractors to large construction companies, we can build safety programs that protect your team today and in the future. Want to learn more? CCIG is hosting a free workshop, “How to Survive an OSHA Inspection,” on April 11, 2023. Register here: https://events.thinkccig.com/ april2023workshop-OSHA. You can also learn more about CCIG at thinkccig.com.

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Inside AGC Colorado Invest in Proven Workforce Solutions Through AGC & CEF by Michael Gifford, MPA, IOM Author Michael Gifford is President and CEO of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Colorado.

Become an AGC member at www.agccolorado.org and then contribute to CEF at www.cefcolorado.org

to the CITC Carpentry Apprenticeship Program if they want to complete the 4-year program.

Members of the Colorado construction industry continue to report workforce as the number one long-term issue facing their firm and the industry. The challenge extends from the field to the office and the C-suite. Retiring baby boomers add to the challenge. AGC & CEF estimate we need to grow our workforce from 185,000 today to 220,000 by 2027.

Result The first class is up and running with 10 students and registration is open for the next cohort starting in August, 2023.

In response, AGC has stood up the Construction Education Foundation (CEF) and given CEF the mission of addressing the workforce issue. Careers in Construction Program AGC & CEF have partnered with the HBA to form the Careers in Construction high school construction trades program. The program provides high schools with an approved and certified curriculum, instructor training, lesson plans, certificates issued to each student, and a $1,000 reimbursement from the state for each student. The schools provide the instructor, space and students. Result The CIC program is now running at 48 high schools across Colorado, with 2,000 students participating. AGC members were recently able to interview and hire seniors that are graduating in May 2023, at 2 hiring fairs in Denver and Colorado Springs. There were over 100 students ready to start their career at each of the hiring fairs. Rough Carpentry Apprenticeship Program To help create a clear pathway for these students, CEF has created a 2-year commercial and residential carpentry apprenticeship program so they can see a career & skill pathway coming out of the CIC Program and into the industry. This program is registered through the US Dept of Labor. Participants can also continue on 68 | Colorado Construction & Design

Sustainable Construction for High School Students CEF has created a new 50 credit hour Sustainable Construction for High School Students certificate program. The program is delivered in-person and virtually to Careers in Construction program students across the state at the 48 existing high school programs.

OSHA Training Institute Training Center CEF has also been designated by OSHA as one of 26 OETIC location in the country to deliver the full range of safety classes and topics including the OSHA 500 series. CEF Open House Date: April 12, 2023 Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Location: CEF Workforce Development Center 686 Mariposa St Denver, CO 80204 Register at www.cefcolorado.org

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Committed to a Culture of C.A.R.E To actively work to ensure that every employee, from the CEO to the laborer, feels valued, respected, and heard. AGC of Colorado’s Diversity and Culture of CARE initiatives urge construction industry partners to take the pledge and work hard to build an industry that is diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive for all. The Diversity and Culture of Care Committee (DC3): A diverse group of contractors dedicated to enhancing worker wellness, seeking solutions to workforce challenges, and offering networking opportunities for diversity and inclusion across our industry. Working together they create space for shared resources and conversations to help build cultures of care within large and small businesses. In addition to the DC3 Committee, members are invited to engage in the following subcommittees. • • • •

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As part of the Diversity and Culture of C.A.R.E. Committee, the Mental Health Working Group was formed to support education and awareness, training resources, and additional tools that relate to supporting employers and employees as they navigate challenges associated with stress management, emotional health, mental health, substance use, suicide prevention, and grief. Listed below are two membership resource recommendations.

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Health Links helps you support a holistic Total Worker Health® approach in your workplace by using evidence-based strategies to help improve employee health, safety, and wellbeing. Through the Health Links assessment and goal-setting process in one-on-one advising, organizations can achieve a variety of levels to become a Certified Healthy Workplace™.

To learn more or get involved, please visit https://www.agccolorado.org/culture-of-care or contact Culture of C.A.R.E. Coordinator, Maddy Smith: [email protected]. www.ccdmag.com | [email protected]

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JOIN AGC OF COLORADO TODAY! IT'S GOOD FOR BUSINESS!

NETWORKING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AGC of Colorado hosts multiple events throughout the year where members can make connections and build their business. A few fan favorites are Rockies Opening Day, the Breakfast with the Board Series, the Lakewood Golf Tournament, the FLF Clay Shoot, and the Annual Hockey Fundraiser along with many others in Denver, Northern Colorado, Colorado Springs and the Mountain Region.

TRAINING & EDUCATION AGC of Colorado offers a Training Catalog with 30+ pages of classes and training opportunities that is updated on a bi-monthly basis. The majority of these offerings are virtual so that attendees can take them from anywhere in Colorado (or the world).

ADVOCACY At AGC we are actively engaged in studying, and then supporting, or opposing key measures and candidates that could make or break the Colorado economy and the SAFETY SERVICES Services include customized training construction & design industry. AGC of Colorado publishes multiple seminars, onsite visits and consultations, safety program review newsletters and guides throughout and development, safety publications, the year to keep our membership in awards programs and assistance with the know! OSHA inspections.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AGC of Colorado, through their Construction Education Foundation, is THE place to go for workforce development programs and opportunities in Colorado’s construction industry. The new website cefcolorado.org details pathways and opportunities for our diverse and expanding population to begin a new career that yields livable wages and benefits, supports our community and economy, and provides the skilled trades workforce needed to build a strong infrastructure and an even brighter future for Colorado. By 2027, over 45,000 new skilled trades professionals are needed in our state. Find them at cefcolorado.org

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Your responsibilities after joining Select Customized plan design options to meet the needs of the business and employees Submit Your plan specifications and design parameters for implementation Serve As a co-adopter of the Associated General Contractors of Colorado MEP

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PartingShots

GH Phipps Construction March 9, 2023

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Blake Hobbs, David Kelly, Tanya Nurkiewicz, Stephen Wheeler, Jenna Howard, Christina Enloe - GH Phipps

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PartingShots

The Basketball Social House March 22, 2023

NUCA | 2023 Cornhole Tournament

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Perry Silvey and Michelle Wilson - BT Construction

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