Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Construction and Environmental Services in Colorado
Iron Woman has been a leader in sustainable infrastructure solutions since 1999, combining expertise across environmental remediation, mining, civil infrastructure, and logistics to deliver complex projects. Our multidisciplinary approach and commitment to safety, quality, and production have established us as a trusted partner for clients across the Western United States. With a workforce of nearly 300 employees, we specialize in water infrastructure, transportation, energy, and environmental projects, leveraging decades of collective experience to solve challenges creatively.Our values-driven culture prioritizes community impact, ethical partnerships, and innovation, ensuring long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders. Recognized for excellence in alternative delivery methods like design-build, we continue to grow while maintaining our founding mission of building communities through responsible construction practices.
Services
Environmental Remediation
Mining Reclamation
Civil Infrastructure
Water/Wastewater Maintenance
Stream Restoration
Trucking Logistics
Alternative Delivery Projects
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25 years of experience in environmental remediation and civil infrastructure.
- Specialize in complex, high-altitude mining and reclamation projects.
- Committed to safety, quality, and sustainable construction practices.
- Experienced leadership team with expertise in alternative project delivery.
- Community-focused approach with a legacy of ethical partnerships.
Services
Environmental Remediation
Iron Woman specializes in environmental assessment and restoration for contaminated sites. Our services include waste stream characterization, pollution prevention, and sustainable remediation techniques. Clients benefit from compliance-focused solutions that minimize ecological impact while ensuring regulatory adherence for construction and redevelopment projects.
Mining Reclamation
We provide comprehensive mine reclamation services including high-altitude excavation, erosion control, and water management. Our expertise in environmental compliance ensures safe, sustainable closure of mining operations while restoring ecosystems to pre-mining conditions.
Civil Infrastructure
Iron Woman delivers water, sewer, and storm system infrastructure for municipalities. Our capabilities include large-diameter pipeline installation, levee rehabilitation, and stormwater management. Clients receive durable, code-compliant solutions for urban development and public works projects.
Water/Wastewater Maintenance
QP Services division offers operations and maintenance for critical water infrastructure. Services include CCTV inspections, preventative maintenance, and condition assessments using acoustic technology to ensure system reliability for federal, state, and local clients.
Stream Restoration
Our environmental team executes stream and channel restoration projects using natural channel design techniques. Services focus on erosion control, habitat improvement, and hydrological function restoration to enhance watershed health and biodiversity.
People
Shaun S. Egan
Chairman and CEO
Founder with 20+ years in construction and environmental sectors. Prior lobbyist for Western natural resources companies. Champion of sustainable redevelopment and community-focused infrastructure projects across the Rocky Mountain region.
Steve Burns
President
Executive with expertise in operational excellence across startups to Fortune 100 companies. Oversees financial and administrative operations, focusing on sustainable growth and profitability for Iron Woman's diversified business lines.
Mike Metheney
Vice President of Civil and Utilities
30+ years in civil construction with expertise in municipal projects, stormwater systems, and construction management. Leads strategy for safe, efficient delivery of infrastructure projects including Denver Water and City of Denver storm sewer initiatives.
Andrew Bachman
Vice President and General Manager of QP Services
28+ years in construction management with focus on heavy civil and environmental projects. Oversees operations for water/wastewater infrastructure maintenance contracts, emphasizing compliance and client collaboration for federal and local agencies.
Maggie Nichols
Vice President, Transportation and Logistics
20-year company veteran with expertise in DOT compliance and sustainable logistics solutions. Manages transportation division operations while serving on industry boards including the Colorado Motor Carriers Association.
Questions
What types of construction projects does Iron Woman specialize in?
We focus on environmental remediation, mining reclamation, civil infrastructure (water/sewer/storm systems), stream restoration, and alternative delivery projects like design-build across the Western U.S.
How long has Iron Woman been in business?
Founded in 1999 as a trucking company, we've grown into a multidisciplinary general contractor with 25 years of experience in sustainable infrastructure solutions.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Primarily the Western United States, with core operations in Colorado's Front Range and specialized high-altitude projects in central Idaho.
Are careers available at Iron Woman?
Yes! We hire for construction, engineering, environmental, and logistics roles. Current openings include positions at our Denver headquarters and Stibnite Mine Project in Idaho.
What safety certifications does Iron Woman hold?
While specific accreditations aren't listed, our safety-first culture and 25-year operational history demonstrate our commitment to industry-leading safety standards in all projects.
