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Bristlecone Construction is a regional General Contractor with active operations in Colorado and Arizona, focusing on commercial and multi-family projects. Since its founding in 2014, Bristlecone Construction has delivered detailed solutions for complex projects that are too large for smaller construction firms and too nuanced for larger, volume-driven contractors. Our project teams bring experience across multiple market sectors and have successfully completed projects ranging from $500k to $80M.

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pre-construction

As the general contractor, we understand the importance of finding a balance in pre-construction efforts by assisting in leading the design process from a schedule perspective while still allowing time for the creative process required for a successful project. Our role is primarily to steward the project through the design and permitting phase while keeping all stakeholders informed of impacts from design decisions and changes in the construction market.

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construction

The nature of a General Contractor’s role in the construction process is to solve problems and manage teams. There are many contractors that can complete a project, but strikingly few that successfully navigate the unique problems encountered on every project. Our systems and approach create an environment of collaborative problem solving and transparent communication throughout all levels of the project’s organizational structure.

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WARRANTY

No matter the product type, we know that our job is not complete when the building is occupied. Through our Building Care Program, powered by Custom CareTechnologies, we are able to provide a seamless transition from the construction phase of a project into the warranty and maintenance phase providing an unrivaled level of post-occupancy customer satisfaction.

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Project Updates

A running log of progress across every active Bristlecone build.

04.17.26

Founders Peak

Slab pour Complete
Crews wrapped the final slab pour Wednesday, closing out eight weeks of foundation work across all three tower footprints. The deck cured through the weekend. Framing starts Monday.
04.17.26

Founders Peak

Slab pour Complete
Crews wrapped the final slab pour Wednesday, closing out eight weeks of foundation work across all three tower footprints. The deck cured through the weekend. Framing starts Monday.
04.17.26

Founders Peak

Slab pour Complete
Crews wrapped the final slab pour Wednesday, closing out eight weeks of foundation work across all three tower footprints. The deck cured through the weekend. Framing starts Monday.
March 25, 2026

Galapago Townhomes

On Track
Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-ins are now half complete across the Galapago Townhomes project. Inspections for the first set of units are scheduled to begin in the coming weeks.
April 12, 2026

Galapago Townhomes

On Track
The full window package arrived on site this week and has been staged for installation. Crews will begin window install Monday, supporting the project's push toward dry-in.
April 30, 2026

Galapago Townhomes

On Track
Roofing installation is now underway on the first set of buildings at Galapago. The team is targeting weather-tight conditions across all 14 units within the next month to begin interior finishes.
April 8, 2026

Aria Townhomes

On Track
Foundation work for the final phase of Aria Townhomes wrapped up this week. With all 10 unit foundations now in place, the project transitions fully into vertical construction.
April 22, 2026

Aria Townhomes

On Track
Wood framing is up and progressing on the first four townhome units. Crews are coordinating with MEP trades to maintain a tight rough-in sequence as the remaining units come out of the ground.
March 22, 2026

AC Hotel RiNo

On Track
The curtain wall mockup received final approval from the design team and ownership. Production is now underway for the full façade package, keeping the project aligned with its envelope schedule.
April 15, 2026

AC Hotel RiNo

On Track
Structural steel erection officially kicked off on the AC Hotel RiNo project. The team expects the building's vertical profile to take shape over the next six weeks as floors are sequentially raised.
April 28, 2026

AC Hotel RiNo

On Track
Concrete foundation pour wrapped up this week, marking a major milestone for the AC Hotel RiNo build. Crews are now staging materials for the structural framing phase ahead of schedule.

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Tara Hitzig

Accounting Manager

Chris Carrington

Superintendent 

Ben Gluckman

Self Perform Pre-construction Director

Tasneem Alnajdi

Concrete Estimator

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ZACH SMITH

CEO

KEVIN STRAHLEY

PRESIDENT

RICHARD THIEME

VP of Finance

David Ribbens

VP of People

DEAN MOISSAKIS

Project Executive

JON GOMAN

Project Executive

DAVID NEWELL

Field Executive

KILLIAN BUGGY

Project Manager

SARAH GONZALES

Director of Project Controls

ZACK VON STEIN

Construction Executive, Concrete Operations