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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.
February 18, 2026

AC Hotel RiNo

Rough-In
Nearing the end at AC RiNo! Bristlecone and our trade partners continue to drive schedule through finishes for the scheduled opening this summer.
May 18, 2026

Warehouse Studios

Framing
Vertical momentum at Warehouse Studios. Wood-frame levels are rapidly taking shape above the completed podium, defining the future home of this 75-unit multifamily development in Denver.
March 9, 2026

The James

Top Out
The finish line is coming into focus at The James! Since topping out, the building envelope has really taken shape. The exterior brickwork is making major headway, rooftop units are locked in, and our teams are pushing hard on the interior finishes.
February 11, 2026

Blue Room House One

Goundbreaking
We’re excited to announce the start of work on Blue Room House One, an affordable housing project utilizing off-site modular construction, where Bristlecone Construction has been selected as the general contractor.

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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