Jim Mellor Retires, Featured in CCD Magazine as Industry Icon 2023-04-10 Share Share Jim Mellor, Director of Business Development, recently retired from Pinkard Construction after an impressive 29-year tenure. His outstanding contributions to the industry were recently recognized in Colorado Construction and Design Magazine, where he was featured as an industry icon. Mellor's legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire and impact the construction industry for years to come. "Jim Mellor has been integral to Pinkard's success for nearly three decades. His expertise, relationships, and leadership have helped shape our company and industry. We are grateful for his contributions and wish him all the best in retirement," said Tony Burke, Pinkard president. In the 2023 Winter/Spring Issue of the CCD Magazine, Mellor discusses his future plans and reflects on his career. “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.” You can read the full article here. Learn More Anthony Burke, LEED AP, President Connect Our Projects Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Pinkard has worked to identify areas of action to encourage women to join and have long, productive careers in the construction industry. Creating Real Paths to Success for Women in Construction 2024-03-08 Share Share It’s probably not a secret that the construction industry has not always been the most welcoming place for women to be employed. Even today, women make up only 10% of the construction workforce. But with an estimated 45,000 new workers needed in the construction industry by 2027 just in Colorado, changing that landscape is not only the right thing to do, it’s imperative to our success. While change is not easy or straightforward, Pinkard has worked to identify areas of action to encourage women to join and have long, productive careers in the construction industry. These include working at the K-12 level to advocate for careers in construction, actively recruiting women into the industry, providing specific support, and mentoring once they are brought on board.   Early Education Pinkard has invested in recruiting and outreach at the K-12 level. “We are talking with schools and attending career fairs to let kids know that there are great jobs available in the construction industry,” said HR specialist, Tanya Navarro. “There are multiple paths to success. College is a great option, and so are the trades. In the trades, students can learn on the job while they’re making a living and not have to go into debt to learn skills that lead to a job that pays well.” Assistant project manager Krystyl Alexander agrees that positive career influences on young women can greatly boost the prospects of increasing the construction labor pool and giving women golden opportunities to flourish in a wide-open career market. “Construction seems to offer more job security and better pay than many conventional women-centric careers. My number one priority was “can I get a job after graduation? A lot of my friends in other majors have struggled to find work and are in the realm of ‘educated but unemployed.’”  Actively Recruiting Women Pinkard strategically targets events and organizations that cater to women in the industry. “Although we strive for a diverse workforce that represents both our community’s demographic and our clients’, we always hire the strongest talent for the job. We intentionally remain agnostic to the demographic of the candidate when making a hiring decision. With greater applicant flow from women, we are, however, finding more often the best person for the job is a woman. Not because she is a woman, but because of the technical skills, soft skills, experience and potential that she has earned,” says Navarro. Pinkard has also worked to train hiring managers to recognize bias and eliminated automated differentiation of resumes to include more people who have taken non-traditional career paths. “Not everyone comes to construction in the same way, but talent is talent and we want to hire that talent regardless of how those skills were acquired,” says construction manager Joe Revielle. “We have people who switched careers midstream and people who worked their way up through the trades as well as people who came to us straight out of construction management programs. They all have the ability to do great work and bring huge value to our clients.” Pinkard intern Kristy Swisher is a great example of someone with a non-traditional path into the industry. After starting a family and running her own business outside of the construction industry, COVID-19 threatened her livelihood. Considering a career change, Kristy took advantage of some available college grant money and enrolled in MSU Denver’s construction management program. She is currently in her first construction internship and has just over a year to go before graduation. Kristy is working on Pinkard’s South Metro Fire Rescue project and loves her project teammates. “When I first walked into the job trailer, I thought ‘Oh wow! Fish out of water! I’m the only woman here.’ But I quickly realized that no one was treating me that way. That ‘elephant in the room’ was strictly in my head.’ Once I got over that initial insecurity it has been great!” Support and Mentorship for Women Pinkard has also prioritized the support and mentorship for women coming into the industry. “We recognized a need for a group to specifically target some of the shortcomings in our industry. So we took AGC’s lead and created an internal Culture of CARE committee at Pinkard. One of the pillars of that group is to ensure that our teammates have support and mentorship as they move forward with us,” says Pinkard president Tony Burke. Alexander believes that Pinkard’s emphasis on understanding personalities is a great foundation for women seeking success in construction. “The ability to understand the personalities of the entire team helps us to understand people of different backgrounds with different insights, experience, and diversity, and that makes you stronger as a team and encourages the success of the individual.”  The Future Looks Bright “Hiring and training new talent from all walks of life is pivotally important to our industry. In addition to providing us with the quantity of talent we need, attracting people from across the spectrum provides important new perspectives, ideas, and ways of doing things. The diversity makes us better,” says Burke. Learn More Careers Apply Today! 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We talked to this year's class of summer interns about their experiences and lessons learned at Pinkard Construction. The Value of a Pinkard Internship 2024-09-09 Share Share A college internship can be an invaluable, even life-changing, experience for young people trying to find their footing in the workplace. Some of our very best and longest serving employees came straight to Pinkard from college. So we translate our promise to “Partner, Plan and Build Better” directly into our internship program. As part of our company’s greater belief in mentorship and continuous growth for employees at all stages of their career, Pinkard has long stressed the importance of providing a solid internship program. We believe in the valuable contributions that interns can make when given the opportunity, as well as the importance of training the next generation of construction industry talent. For starters that means paying our interns for their hard work, but the most important thing is providing hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and guidance for the duration of their time with us. With summer winding to a close, we talked with this year’s class of interns about what they learned on the job and how it shaped their outlooks on Pinkard, the construction industry, and their nascent careers. “I felt like Pinkard wanted to invest in my future” To begin with, we asked our interns how they chose to work at Pinkard Construction in the first place. Juliette: I chose Pinkard for my internship because it is a highly respected and long-standing company in the construction industry, known for its excellent employee satisfaction. Pinkard showed a strong belief in my potential and offered a clear vision and pathway for my development in the field. Kane: A lot of the relationships during internships are one-sided, where the company believes the intern needs the company more than the company needs the intern. I felt like Pinkard wanted to invest in my future and cared about my personal career goals just as much as I do. As for how their actual experience compared with their expectations, the results were glowing across the board. For the interns who were new to the construction world, the experience left them with a positive view of our industry. Cassie: I didn’t have many expectations going into this summer because I had never worked in construction before... [but] ...this was a great experience and exceeded my expectations. I learned so much about the world of construction and feel like I walked away knowing I enjoy working in this industry. Juliette: My experience at Pinkard has far exceeded my expectations. The team [I worked with] has gone above and beyond, offering insights and guidance that I could not have gained in a classroom setting. The hands-on experience here has been more educational than I could have imagined. This opportunity has changed my perspective on the industry, and the unwavering support and mentorship from the team have been truly invaluable. “[My team’s] trust in me...greatly enhanced my confidence in my abilities.” When asked what surprised them about the experience, no one seemed to expect how involved Pinkard interns are in the real-world work that we do. Liam: I was surprised about the amount of resources Pinkard provides for their interns. Morgan: The most surprising aspect of my internship has been how swiftly I was able to integrate into the team and adapt to the daily processes. Cassie: I think my biggest surprise this summer was how much I got to do. From my first day I was learning the finer details of the construction process. I have been working on things that I didn’t think an intern would be doing which has been very exciting. Others noted the openness and transparency of Pinkard at all levels of our operation. Kane: I had the opportunity to network with tons of people that have been in the construction industry for 40-plus years. I had great conversations with the CFO and President of Pinkard about my future and what is takes to become successful in this industry. Juliette: My biggest surprise during the internship was how welcoming everyone was. Although I was initially apprehensive about entering the industry as a woman, the team’s openness and support exceeded my expectations. Their trust in me has not only eased my concerns but also greatly enhanced my confidence in my abilities. As for their personal highlights, the responses were wonderfully varied. Morgan: The most fascinating aspect of my internship has been learning about the closeout process. Liam: I gained lots of knowledge on trade stacking and scheduling. Kane: I loved getting firsthand experience as a preconstruction estimator and being a part of estimates involving multi-million-dollar projects that will house thousands of Coloradans. Juliette: The thing that resonates with me the most is how crucial organization is for success. I've learned that being well-organized—whether it's managing materials, coordinating subcontractors, or keeping documentation in order—plays a major role in achieving success in this industry. Cassie: One of the best things I’ve learned this summer is how much I truly enjoy the construction industry. I have met so many amazing people, both from Pinkard and on the subcontractor’s side. I walked into this summer scared that I wouldn’t be able to keep up or even really enjoy the process, but I have learned so much and been so successful. CSU student Juliette shadowed Senior Superintendent Terry Wevers this summer. “Everyone genuinely looks out for one another” When asked about their impression of Pinkard’s company culture after such a short time with us, our people-first approach stood out. Morgan: Pinkard is a company that invests in their employee’s success and growth. I can tell that everyone I’ve worked with works with respect for each other, even through misunderstanding and disagreement or conflict. Kane: Pinkard is a company that built a culture around creating powerful relationships with clients, designers, subcontractors, and their employees. Pinkard’s transparent culture benefited me by making me feel like I could communicate freely with co-workers allowing my learning capabilities to expand at an unexpected rate. Cassie: Pinkard’s culture is very inclusive and people-first. This entire summer I have felt very comfortable with bringing up any concerns or problems I may have had. I have felt very supported, like the people I am working with truly care about me and my experience, which has made this internship ten times better. As a result, multiple interns said that their time with Pinkard also raised their standards for what to expect out of an employer. Liam: Pinkard has made me more selective and company-reliable for resources in my future. Juliette: My experience at Pinkard has significantly elevated my expectations for what I want in a future company. The supportive environment and strong team dynamics have set a high standard for my career aspirations and future workplace. “Pinkard entirely changed my decision about my future career” When asked how their internships at Pinkard changed their thinking about their future careers, the responses speak for themselves. Cassie: My experience this summer with Pinkard entirely changed my decision about my future career. I wasn’t even looking into construction initially, but after this experience I have decided that the construction industry would be a great fit for me and something I definitely want to pursue. Morgan: This experience has solidified my aspiration to pursue a career as a superintendent. Kane: Pinkard solidified all my hard work in the last 5 years, working hard in the field and working toward my Construction Management degree, by confirming that working in this industry is what a want to do with my life. As for whether they would recommend a Pinkard internship to others, the answers were (at least by this point) unsurprising. Liam: YES! Cassie: Yes, I definitely would! Juliette: I would highly recommend a Pinkard internship. They invest time in teaching and mentoring, which provides a solid foundation for succeeding in this industry. Morgan: Absolutely. The internship has been a valuable learning experience, and I believe it offers great opportunities for professional growth. Being assigned to a dynamic and active job site has enhanced my learning, and the supportive environment at Pinkard fosters development and growth. Kane: I would 100% recommend a Pinkard internship. Interns, staff and leadership celebrate a summer of hard work at a Rockies game. Learn More Careers Apply Today! Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Pinkard is excited to announce its attendance at the Colorado Real Estate Journal's 2023 Fall Multi-family Development & Investment Conference and Expo on August 22. Will we see you there? Pinkard to Attend CREJ Fall Multi-family Development & Investment Conference 2023-08-15 Share Share Pinkard Construction, a leading construction company specializing in multi-family projects , is excited to announce its attendance at the Colorado Real Estate Journal's 2023 Fall Multi-family Development & Investment Conference and Expo on August 22. The event is an excellent opportunity for the company to network with industry experts and showcase its expertise in multifamily construction. Chief Business Development Officer Jose Amaya and Construction Manager Derek Stathis will represent Pinkard Construction at the conference. With over 60 years of experience, Pinkard Construction has established itself as a top player in the multifamily construction industry. The company has completed over $2.5 Billion in multi-family construction, ranging from luxury apartments to affordable housing projects . Pinkard Construction's expertise includes construction management, design-build, preconstruction services, and sustainable building practices. Have You Downloaded Our White Paper on Multi-family Building Electrification? Our white paper provides insight into the all-electric development trend, which involves using electricity as the sole fuel for heating, cooling, and domestic hot water in buildings. The goal is to power all buildings with cleaner, zero-carbon electricity from wind, solar, and other cleaner electric generation options. Energize Denver, the City and County's electrification regulations applies to natural gas equipment that must be replaced at the end of its useful life. Don't miss out on this valuable resource! Click here to download! Learn More Derek Stathis, Construction Manager Connect Jose Amaya, Chief Business Development Officer Connect Multi-Family Construction See Projects Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Pinkard Awarded Willoughby Corner Multi-Family Housing 2022-07-25 Share Share Boulder County Housing Authority (BCHA) has awarded Pinkard Construction Willoughby Corner, a newly proposed , permanently affordable neighborhood in east Lafayette, Colorado. The project includes the construction of 400 rental and for-sale apartments, townhomes, and duplexes priced below the market rate for families and individuals who qualify. The project budget is approximately $40 Million and is projected to break ground in March 2023. The project is moving forward after both Lafayette Planning Commission and City Council unanimously approved the rezoning of the 24-acre Willoughby Corner site at the intersection of 120th and Emma streets from Industrial (M1) use to High-Density Residential (R4). In addition to the rezoning, BCHA also received nine percent Low Income Housing Tax Credits from the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA). The award will total $13 million over the next ten years and will specifically support the creation of affordable homes for older adults. “ After our excellent experience building The Spoke on Coffman with Pinkard, BCHA is excited to continue the relationship and momentum on Willoughby Corner, ” said Norrie Boyd, BCHA Executive Director. “ The Preconstruction staff have been incredible advisors throughout our funding, entitlements, and design processes. Pinkard understands what we need and provides a high level of service to support our pursuit of competitive tax credit financing. ” Boyd said that Willoughby Corner would serve households earning 60 percent or less of the Area Median Income (AMI) with below-market-rate rental homes and for-sale options for households earning up to 120 percent AMI. “Pinkard is excited to be a part of BCHA’s mission to provide housing relief to the families, individuals, single parents, older adults, and people living with disabilities in the area,” said Tony Burke, President of Pinkard Construction. “It’s no secret that rising housing prices have made renting and homeownership unattainable for many and Willoughby Corner is a lifeline for many.” In addition to the 400 affordable homes, Willoughby Corner will feature many sustainable features, including solar photovoltaics and electric charging stations, a network of community gardens, pedestrian and bike trails, and access to transit. BCHA Partnered with the University of Colorado's Masters of the Environment program to identify opportunities for boosting inclusivity and resilience in the face of climate change. To date, Pinkard has completed over 184 multifamily projects and over 78 affordable housing projects . Rendering provided by project architect, HB&A Architecture and Planning Learn More Affordable Housing Construction See Projects Multi-Family Construction See Projects Ground-Up Construction See Projects Willoughby Corner Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Pinkard's HR specialist finds fulfillment in giving back to her alma mater. Volunteer Stories: Interview Skills for the Next Generation 2024-05-14 Share Share As part of our long, proud legacy of giving back to the community, Pinkard Construction gives all its employees 16 annual hours of VTO , or Volunteer Time Off. In other words, we pay our employees to pursue charity work. Recently, Pinkard HR Administrator Tanya Navarro used her VTO for the first time to give back to an organization that’s near and dear to her heart. “I volunteered with the College Assistance Migrant Program, out of BUENO Center at CU, which provides financial support, mentorship, and opportunities to migrant farm workers and their children,” she explains. “I used to be a beneficiary of the program, so it feels amazing to give back to the next generation.” Putting her HR expertise to good use, Tanya helped conduct mock job interviews with first-year college students, giving them tips, feedback, and real-life practice for how to present themselves. Tanya adds, “A lot of these young people are interested in studying construction, so it was extra special to be able to share the industry expertise I’ve gained at Pinkard to help prepare kids for entering the workforce.” While Pinkard employees can use their VTO on any charity they choose, we also create our own volunteer opportunities through our community outreach program, The Pink Crew , which in the past has included projects for Habitat for Humanity, rebuilding a deck at Jeffco’s beloved Outdoor Lab , and packing and delivering groceries for Food for Thought . In fact, one of the Pink Crew’s biggest events of the year is coming up soon. Going down on Friday, June 7, at the Pinkard Yard in Westminster, Pinkard employees will be breaking out their tool belts to build bed frames for Sleep in Heavenly Peace , an award-winning nonprofit that delivers beds to children who don’t have one. Sign up here! When it comes to the Pink Crew, Tanya adds that there are unexpected benefits too: “When I volunteered for one of the Habitat for Humanity projects, I got to work with Terry Wevers, who is a superintendent with us,” she recalls. “Since I work in the office and he’s out in the field, we don’t have a lot of opportunities to get to know each other, but after volunteering together I got to know a whole new side to Terry. Now we love to crack jokes together, and we work better together as a result.” For those doubting the personal rewards of volunteering, or the difference they can make, Tanya says her volunteer experiences couldn’t have been better: “Everybody has a special skillset and a place where they can be of service. If you share it with people, it makes the community and world around us a better place. I enjoy it so much that I would take personal day if we didn’t have VTO, but the fact that Pinkard recognizes and encourages it is such a bonus.” Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Pinkard Construction has been awarded the renovation of The Bay Aquatic Parkin Broomfield. Pinkard was the original contractor when the facility was built in 1991. Pinkard Construction Awarded Bay Aquatic Park Renovation 2024-04-30 Share Share Pinkard Construction has been awarded the renovation project for the Bay Aquatic Park Phase IV in Broomfield. Project cost is estimated at $9 million and will include the removal and replacement of the primary leisure pool, family slide, body slides, and slide plunge pool, along with the addition of deck space, shade structures, and a new mechanical building. Pinkard was the general contractor for the original aquatic park when it was first built in 1991. Additionally, it was the first community water park in the Denver metro area, and due to age, condition, and updated health and building codes, the facility needs renovation. In 2022, BHA Design, Inc. and their team, including Counsilman-Hunsaker, were selected to design the project. Schematic design drawings were submitted in September 2022, and the project paused while additional funding was secured. Currently, the design is progressing toward the delivery of final construction drawings. "We are thrilled to have been awarded this project," said Tony Burke, president of Pinkard Construction. "We have a long history of successful pool construction projects in Colorado, and we are excited to bring our expertise to the renovation of Broomfield Bay Aquatic Park. Our team is ready to work closely with BHA Design, Inc. and the City and County of Broomfield to deliver a high-quality project that will benefit the community for years to come. It’s very rewarding to be able to come back over thirty years later and work once again on a project that the community has enjoyed so much. Many of our current employees remember coming here as kids." “Pinkard Construction has been invaluable during the preconstruction phase by helping to ensure constructability and that cost-saving measures are captured in the final design,” said Brian Graham, capital improvement program manager for Broomfield. Design work is anticipated to be completed in Spring 2024. The intent is to close The Bay Aquatic Park for construction in August 2024, with the objective to reopen the Bay Aquatic Park in July 2025, to ensure a partial Summer 2025 season at The Bay. Learn More Pool and Natatorium Constuction See Projects Recreation Construction See Projects Municipal Construction See Projects Bay Aquatic Park Phase IV Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Mountain Vista Medical Center (MVMC) and Northern Colorado Family Medicine (NCFM), both in Greeley, will receive cosmetic upgrades beginning in late August. Pinkard Begins Improvements on Two More Banner Health Centers 2024-08-07 Share Share This month, Pinkard Construction begins tenant improvements on two Banner Health campuses in Northern Colorado. Mountain Vista Medical Center (MVMC) and Nor thern Colorado Family Medicine (NCFM), both in Greeley, will receive cosmetic upgrades beginning in late August a nd running th rough the end of November . Both projects will be occupied and constructed concurrently, with a total budget of $626,876. The MVMC building’s scope of work will span the urology department, the rehabilitation department, the gastrointestinal wing, and the orthopedic department, and feature new finishes and details such as redesigned reception areas and other cosmetic upgrades including paint, flooring, and casework repairs. The NCFM building’s updates will include a new reception desk area, upgrades to nurse station countertops and offices, and new paint throughout. “At the heart of it, we’re upgrading their current workspaces to make their office staff and clientele more comfortable,” says Pinkard Assistant Project Manager Krystyl Alexander. “The changes might seem small, but they make a big difference for people who are working or being treated in the building.” The job’s biggest challenge will be completing all renovations while the medical center remains fully and continuously occupie d. With an intricate phasing plan and schedule that will allow for work in both buildings simultaneously, Pinkard will rely heavily on its close partnerships with subcontractors and constant communication with the department heads in each building to complete the project smoothly. “We really had to get creative with an in-depth phasing plan to be sure that we are only working in a given area when the department allows us to,” Alexander explains. “It’s kind of a logistical maze, where we’re going in when there aren't patients in those spaces and sprucing them up overnight before people come back in. It’s been a fun challenge scheduling-wise to get that right." Back in 2022 Pinkard completed a similar refurbishment of Banner Health’s North Colorado Medical Center (NCMC), in addition to building over 55 healthcare projects across Colorado's Front Range. “We are proud to work with an outstanding partner like Banner Health,” says Alexander. “Each project allows us to deepen our understanding of Banner’s needs and the challenges of working in occupied medical environments, and it feels good knowing we are helping essential workers do their job more efficiently in spaces that aid in their productivity.” Learn More Healthcare Renovations and New Construction See Projects Occupied Renovation Construction See Projects Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Dan Harris will collaborate with the entire Pinkard team, key value-added suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure a constructible design and an efficient, cost-effective construction plan for clients.   Pinkard Construction Announces Wood Frame Manager 2023-08-17 Share Share Pinkard Construction, a leading construction company, is thrilled to announce the addition of Dan Harris as the new Wood Frame Manager. With over 40 years of experience in the construction industry, Harris brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Pinkard Construction team. "I am excited to join the team at Pinkard Construction and look forward to bringing my expertise to the Wood Frame Manager role," said Harris. "I am committed to achieving the highest standards of craftsmanship and ensuring quality work for our clients." Harris will be responsible for overseeing the wood frame construction division and collaborating with the entire Pinkard team, key value-added suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure a constructible design and an efficient, cost-effective construction plan for Pinkard’s clients. "We are thrilled to have Dan on board as our new Wood Frame Manager," said Tony Burke, President of Pinkard Construction. "His extensive knowledge and experience in the industry make him an invaluable asset to our team. We are confident that his addition to our team will give our clients better control of their overall project budget, safety standards, and schedule." Harris has an impressive track record of managing successful projects throughout his career. His passion for the industry and his dedication to quality work make him a valuable addition to the Pinkard Construction team. Harris joined the Pinkard team in September of 2022 and says his focus has been wood frame self-performance infrastructure and developing standard operating procedures in addition to planning for upcoming projects. Learn More Dan Harris, Wood Frame Manager Connect Multi-Family Construction See Projects In-House Wood Framing See Projects Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

The Irving at Mile High Vista will feature climate-friendly solar array, heat pumps, universal design. Pinkard and Urban Land Conservancy Break Ground on 102 Affordable Apartments on West Colfax 2024-05-31 Share Share This week, in a ceremony featuring remarks by Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, Pinkard Construction, a Lakewood-based general contractor, and Urban Land Conservancy , a Denver-based nonprofit real estate organization, broke ground on The Irving at Mile High Vista. Located at 3270 W. Colfax Ave, the new structure will add 102 affordable apartments (studios and one-, two- and three-bedrooms) to the West Colfax neighborhood, serving households making 20-80% of the area median income (AMI). With funding from the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), RBC, the State of Colorado, and the City and County of Denver, among others, it is one of the first developments to use Prop 123 affordable-housing financing approved by Colorado voters in 2022. “This is a combination between a partnership with the state leadership, with the city leadership, with CHFA, with our Prop 123 funds, and with amazing community partners like the Urban Land Conservancy,” Mayor Johnston said in his remarks, “all of whom have come together to make sure Denver remains a place where, yes, we can have one of the fastest growing economies in the country, but also a place where, when you drop your second grader off at school, and that second grade teacher picks her up in their arms, that teacher can still afford to live in this neighborhood.” The Irving will use renewable energy, and highly efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, as well as a rooftop solar array — all to support a cleaner, more sustainable environment inside and out. The project is expected to meet or exceed National Green Building Standards (NGBS). Other climate-friendly features include energy-efficient appliances and lighting, low-flow plumbing fixtures, water-efficient landscaping and electric vehicle charging stations. In 2011, Urban Land Conservancy purchased the 2-acre site where the Denver Public Library’s Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch and Del Norte’s affordable Avondale Apartments are located today. The Irving is the third and final parcel at Mile High Vista to be developed. "The Irving is the culmination of the community’s long-term vision for Mile High Vista, a mixed-use development that offers affordable housing and library services," said Sarah Harman, senior vice president of real estate at ULC. “Because of the ongoing displacement of longtime residents in the West Colfax neighborhood, we believe it’s more important than ever to deliver affordable housing here.” The building was designed by Studio Completiva. With construction beginning now, Pinkard expects to complete the building by mid-2025. "We are thrilled to partner with ULC on this important project that will provide much-needed affordable housing for Denver residents," said Tony Burke, president of Pinkard Construction. "We share their vision of creating equitable and sustainable communities through quality construction."  Learn more about The Irving at urbanlandc.org/irving-mile-high-vista . Learn More Anthony Burke, LEED AP, President Connect Affordable Housing Construction See Projects Multi-Family Construction See Projects The Irving at Mile High Vista Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

Developed by the Denver Housing Authority and designed by Shopworks Architecture, Thrive includes 135 units with affordable housing options. Pinkard Partners with DHA on Thrive Multi-Family, Mixed-Income Housing Project 2023-07-14 Share Share Pinkard Construction, a leading builder of multi-family housing in Colorado, has completed the construction of Thrive. The community was developed by the Denver Housing Authority (DHA) and designed by Shopworks Architecture . It is located between I-25 and Federal Blvd on W. Holden Place in the heart of the Sun Valley neighborhood. The 135-unit Thrive development, 54% of which are affordable to households earning below 60% of Denver’s Area Median Income, includes two-story townhomes and one- to five-bedroom multifamily units. It is constructed with a podium slab with two stories of structural concrete frame and fire-treated wood for levels three to seven. Amenities include a community kitchen, amenity deck, basketball court, game room, playground, classroom and large lobby. The project was financed with low-income housing tax credits, tax-exempt bonds, DHA funds and a loan from the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority. The total development cost was approximately $44 million. "We are proud to partner with Pinkard Construction and Shopworks Architecture on this important project that will provide safe and affordable homes for families and individuals in Denver," said David Nisivoccia , Chief Executive Officer of DHA. "Thrive is an example of how we can leverage public-private partnerships and innovative financing to create more housing opportunities for our community." Nisivoccia says that those wishing to learn more about Thrive can visit thrivedenverliving.com . Tony Burke, President of Pinkard Construction, said "Pinkard Construction has a long history of building affordable housing in Colorado, and we are committed to delivering high-quality projects that help fill the affordable housing shortage in Denver. Thrive is a beautiful addition to the neighborhood and a testament to the vision and collaboration of DHA and Shopworks Architecture." Shopworks Architecture, a Denver-based firm that specializes in affordable housing design, said that Thrive is designed to create a sense of community and connection among residents and with the surrounding area. “Thrive will play a pivotal role in the redevelopment of this historic neighborhood and the families who live there,” said Kyle Mead , Project Manager for Shopworks Architecture. “Shopworks was honored to work with the dedicated, passionate, and talented team of Pinkard and their Trade Partners in order to deliver this notable project for DHA and the residents of Sun Valley.” Learn More Anthony Burke, LEED AP, President Connect Affordable Housing Construction See Projects Ground-Up Construction See Projects Thrive/Holden Street Apartments Learn More Share This Story Share Share More News Sort By Topic Reset Pinkard Construction Welcomes Mike Hager as Senior Project Manager 2025-02-11 Learn More Pinkard Selected to Renovate Historic Machebeuf Hall at Loretto Heights Campus 2025-01-17 Learn More Pinkard Frameworks Promotes Russell Hardcastle 2025-01-29 Learn More Pinkard Breaks Ground on Phase III of The Edge 2024-12-19 Learn More Load More Our Approach Partner, Plan, BUILD. Our approach puts YOU in control. Learn More Read Case Studies Services Ground Up. Renovations. Big. Small. We Do It all! See Our Services See Projects

In part one in our series discussing Men’s Mental Health Month, we chat with Field Safety Manager Dave Ruddy. Men’s Mental Health Month: “I don’t have the answers, but I can listen” 2024-06-14 Share Share June is Men’s Mental Health Month. While there’s a loud and important push within construction to make our industry more diverse and inclusive, the fact remains that our industry is heavily comprised of men—meaning that the issues surrounding men’s mental health affect our community disproportionately. While Pinkard Construction strives to be a leader in mental health—recently earning the highest mental health resources score of any general contractor in Colorado as a Health Links “Blue Badge Certified” Healthy Workplace—much work remains in addressing the deeply-entrenched cultural norms that keep people, men in particular, from discussing mental health and taking action. In part one of our three-part series of Q&As discussing Men’s Mental Health Month, we chat with Field Safety Manager David Ruddy, aka “Safety Dave,” about the relationship between mental health and safety, and how making yourself vulnerable is the first step to getting others to open up. What first got you thinking about men’s mental health? Pinkard is big on mental health, but when it comes to men specifically, I remember hearing a speech on it from the Colorado Department of Public Health back in 2017. The guy had all these resources geared toward reaching men who might be resistant to it — like the Man Therapy posters you can still see in our breakroom — and it really opened my eyes to the unique struggles that men face. We started talking on the Pinkard safety committee about what we can do better. How do we give people an innocent choice to call somebody for help? One thing we did was start putting up these stickers inside every single porta-john on our job sites. They say “YOU MATTER” in English and Spanish, with a QR code that will take you to the “988” National Suicide Prevention hotline. What resources does Pinkard offer its employees? Our benefits package includes various resources through Cigna Behavioral Health, plus Magellan EAP, which gives everyone 5 free counseling sessions, and Youturn Health, a virtual support program for those struggling with stress and substance issues. I am part of the Youturn program, and, in fact, I utilize that service myself. I've had some challenges within my family, and with my Youturn coach, we’ll talk it through, they’ll give me advice, like, “Dave, this is not your egg to fry. Stop trying to cook it and leave it alone,” which is really, really helpful. How is mental health a part of safety in construction? You can’t have safety on a job if you aren’t taking care of people’s mental wellbeing. I give a lot of my “Toolbox Talks” on mental health, and when I do the safety orientation for new hires, I give everybody my phone number, and I say, “You call me anytime, day or night, it doesn't matter when you call. If you're feeling down and out, if you need a ride because you've been drinking too much, if you're just in a bad place and you want to talk, call me.” And people take you up on it? It has happened twice. Just this week I had a guy text me at 1:30 in the morning. We got on the phone and chatted for half an hour, and I think that's what he needed. He wasn’t going to hurt himself, but he'd been down and out for a while, and was feeling horrible about himself. The next day I got him connected with our HR department, and now they’re helping him get whatever assistance he needs. What do you think are some of the mental health challenges that are unique to men? I come from a generation where people say things like: “Just do it,” “Rub some dirt on it,” “Cowboy up,” “Suck it up,” “Quit whining,” “Put some duct tape on it and get back to work.” We suppress those feelings because we don't want to look like we're weak. We choose not to address the mental angst that we're in, until we can't anymore. It's just been bred into us. What are the challenges unique to our industry? The challenge is that we’re all under the intense pressures of deadlines. We build big, beautiful buildings worth millions of dollars, for clients who expect us to get them done on schedule, on time, and under budget. When you have deadlines like that, you feel it in your muscles. It lives in you. Because this is a high-pressure work environment, there’s a culture of “I don't have time to hear about your dog dying, or your wife serving you papers,” but as men, we have got to be able to express, “I am not all here today.” Just by giving someone three or five minutes to vent, you might be giving them what they need to get on with their day. What needs to change? The stigma and awareness. It's easier to have a conversation about mental health than it was 20 years ago, but there are still many people out there who are uncomfortable talking about it—and within construction we have people who come from different cultures where it’s even more taboo than it is in the United States. When you’ve got a broken arm, people can see the cast, they can see you’re injured, but they don’t judge you for it. When your thinking is broken, it’s invisible to the people around you, and there’s a real fear they might judge you for it. That has to change. What can we do to be part of that change? Just make yourself available, remind people of it, and check in on them. I’m not a fixer or a mental health professional, but I’ve got two ears to hear what you’ve got to say. I don’t have the answers, but I can listen. When you can make yourself vulnerable enough that somebody felt safe to call or text you and say, “I'm not doing well,” you know you’ve broken through somewhere. By contrast, if you're the guy that sits back and says, “Dude, you'll be fine. Suck it up and move on,” you might regret that. YOU MATTER: If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, we urge you to call or text “988” to reach the national Suicide & Crisis Lifeline , where you can confidentially talk with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 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