Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Infrastructure Construction Services in Fort Collins, CO
Connell Resources has been Northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming's infrastructure construction company of choice for over 70 years. Founded in 1946 as Loveland Excavating Company, we rebranded in 1982 after relocating to Fort Collins under owner Richard Ben Connell. Our expertise spans site development, earthwork, underground pipeline utilities, trenchless technology, and asphalt paving, serving homeowners, city developers, and state transportation departments. We prioritize client relationships, supplier partnerships, and subcontractor collaboration to foster mutual trust and growth. With 260+ local employees, we operate gravel pits and asphalt plants while maintaining pre-qualified status with Colorado and Wyoming transportation departments.Our capabilities include mass earthwork, pipeline rehabilitation, structural concrete, and asphalt maintenance for projects of all sizes. We actively support disadvantaged, minority, and woman-owned subcontractors while participating in industry associations like the Colorado Contractors Association. Our family-owned legacy combines historical expertise with modern infrastructure solutions tailored to Northern Colorado's Front Range and Southern Wyoming. Our commitment to employee safety, quality workmanship, and community impact has solidified our reputation as a trusted regional leader.
Services
Earthwork & Development
Underground Pipeline Utilities
Trenchless Technology
Asphalt Paving
Crushing & Aggregate Production
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of regional infrastructure construction experience
- Full-service capabilities from earthwork to asphalt paving
- Family-owned with 260+ local employees and owned equipment
- Pre-qualified by Colorado and Wyoming transportation departments
- Active supporter of diverse subcontractor partnerships
Services
Earthwork & Development
We provide comprehensive site development and earthwork solutions for infrastructure projects. Our capabilities include mass grading, demolition, and land preparation for residential, commercial, and municipal developments. With owned equipment and experienced crews, we handle projects from small driveways to large-scale highway systems while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Underground Pipeline Utilities
Our utility installation services cover water, sewage, and pipeline systems for municipal and industrial clients. We specialize in complex utility relocations, storm drain installations, and pipeline rehabilitation using modern safety protocols. Our expertise ensures reliable infrastructure for communities while minimizing disruption to existing environments.
Trenchless Technology
We implement trenchless pipe technology for challenging installations where traditional methods aren't feasible. Our services include pipe bursting, directional drilling, and pipeline rehabilitation for water and sewer systems. This approach reduces surface disruption while maintaining structural integrity for long-term infrastructure solutions.
Asphalt Paving
Our asphalt paving division handles projects ranging from residential driveways to interstate highways. We produce hot-mix asphalt at owned facilities and maintain specialized crews for paving, milling, and maintenance. Our focus on quality materials and precise application ensures durable, safe road surfaces for municipal and private clients.
Crushing & Aggregate Production
We operate gravel pits and crushing facilities to supply construction materials for our projects and external clients. Our production includes aggregate base courses, bedding materials, and landscape aggregates while prioritizing environmental stewardship. This vertical integration ensures material quality control and cost efficiency for infrastructure projects.
People
Richard Ben Connell
Owner
Richard Ben Connell leads the family-owned business he renamed in 1982 after relocating operations to Fort Collins. With decades of industry experience, he maintains the company's founding commitment to quality workmanship and community impact while expanding capabilities to meet modern infrastructure demands.
Jennifer Lindblad
Estimating
Jennifer Lindblad manages project estimating for Connell Resources, ensuring accurate cost projections for infrastructure projects. Her expertise contributes to the company's ability to deliver complex construction solutions while maintaining budgetary transparency for clients.
Kevin Anderson
Aggregate Sales
Kevin Anderson oversees aggregate sales operations, managing material supply for construction projects. His role ensures efficient distribution of crushed stone, base courses, and asphalt products from company-owned facilities to support infrastructure development across Northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming.
Janessa Ekberg
Human Resources
Janessa Ekberg manages human resources for Connell Resources' 260+ employees. She implements recruitment strategies and workforce development programs that maintain the company's commitment to local hiring and safety-focused workplace culture in the construction industry.
Damon Abeyta
Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Damon Abeyta leads environmental compliance and safety initiatives for infrastructure projects. His oversight ensures adherence to regulatory standards while implementing best practices that protect workers and minimize ecological impact during construction activities.
Questions
What areas does Connell Resources serve?
We primarily serve Northern Colorado's Front Range including Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and Severance, along with Southern Wyoming communities.
What construction services do you offer?
Our services include earthwork, underground utilities, trenchless technology, asphalt paving, and aggregate production for infrastructure projects.
How long has Connell Resources been in business?
We've provided infrastructure construction services since 1946, operating as Connell Resources, Inc. since 1982.
Are you a pre-qualified contractor?
Yes, we're pre-qualified by both Colorado and Wyoming Department of Transportation for infrastructure projects.
Do you support local subcontractors?
We actively support disadvantaged, minority, and woman-owned subcontractors through our supplier diversity initiatives.
How many employees do you have?
We employ over 260 local residents across Northern Colorado's construction industry operations.
