Students began moving into the expanded and renovated Village at Mines Park on Aug. 1, 2025. The Colorado School of Mines has more than doubled its on-campus housing capacity for graduate and upper-division undergraduate students with the opening of this $151 million project, which increases the bed count from 495 to 1,058. Located off 19th…more
Catamount Constructors has announced the appointment of Steven Ivey as Director of Operations for its Denver business unit. Ivey brings over 26 years of experience in the construction industry and a diverse portfolio of project work to this key leadership position. In his new role, Ivey will work closely with project executives and teams to…more
GeoStabilization International is expanding its engineering team by hiring nine new professionals across the United States and Canada. This move aims to enhance the Westminster company’s technical capabilities and better address complex infrastructure challenges with rapid, locally informed solutions. Gina Hinman-Trulli, chief people officer at GeoStabilization International, said, “Our engineering team is the backbone of…more
Michael Baker International has appointed Anthony (Tony) Marcello as office executive for its Denver area office, located in Lakewood. With more than 40 years of experience in transportation design and engineering, Marcello will manage daily operations, enhance client engagement and lead business development in Colorado. Marcello’s responsibilities will include expanding the office’s services, improving project…more
Loenbro has acquired Weifield Group, a Centennial-based electrical services provider, effective July 9, 2025. This move is part of Westminster-based Loenbro’s strategy to enhance its electrical service capabilities and expand its geographic presence, notably in the Mountain West, Texas and Tennessee. The acquisition positions Loenbro to deliver more comprehensive solutions and supports its focus on…more
Pinkard Construction, in collaboration with Broomfield Recreation Services and BHA Design, has completed the $9.6 million renovation of Bay Aquatic Park in Broomfield, ahead of schedule and under budget. The project involved the complete demolition and replacement of the leisure pool and three water slides, along with an expanded pool deck and a new mechanical…more
Pinkard Construction Co. reported that the final phase of The Edge Affordable Apartments in Loveland is proceeding on schedule and within budget. The Lakewood general contractor reported that two of the three buildings in the phase have reached or are nearing structural topping out. Progress on the project is attributed to early coordination with OZ…more
A new 2025 ranking highlights the 57 largest general contractors based in Jefferson County, with firms ordered by their estimated current number of employees. The list reveals a strong presence of companies across a range of construction sectors, from infrastructure and industrial to residential building. Leading the pack is FlatironDragados USA – Colorado, employing an…more
Action Engineering LLC has partnered with MxD to enhance data interoperability for Model-Based Manufacturing, addressing digital manufacturing challenges, particularly those faced by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). This initiative aims to streamline data standards that have complicated integration across systems, thereby reducing inefficiencies for manufacturers and their suppliers. The collaboration will produce a Data…more
Pinkard Construction has completed the 1899 Wynkoop Amenity Remodel project in lower downtown Denver (LoDo). The $5.4 million Class A lobby renovation took place within a fully occupied LEED Gold certified nine-story office building, serving more than 400 office occupants and visitors daily. The renovation included the build-out of a tenant lounge, coffee bar, fitness…more
Pinkard Construction has hired Eric Kellstrom as senior superintendent. Kellstrom joins the company after a successful field management career with two large national construction firms in the Denver area. “We are ecstatic to add Eric’s great construction background and strong leadership skills to our field management team,” said Tom Alford, COO of Lakewood-based Pinkard. “Eric…more
The U.S. Small Business Administration has released its annual breakdown of loan recipients for Jefferson County, showing a small rise in federal support for local entrepreneurs. In 2024, 188 small businesses in the county received SBA-backed loans, up from 178 in 2023. Total funding decreased slightly from $141.4 million in 2023 to $136.2 million in…more