Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Construction Services in Colorado
Elder Construction is a family-owned, second-generation commercial construction firm with 30 years of experience serving clients across Colorado. Our Path to Build process simplifies complex construction projects through proactive planning, budget accuracy, and innovative technology. We prioritize strong client relationships and ethical practices, guided by core values of servant leadership and community impact. Our team of experts delivers tailored solutions for diverse industries including healthcare, education, and municipal projects. With offices in Windsor and Colorado Springs, we combine small business personalization with large firm capabilities.Our commitment to safety and quality has earned us recognition as a BBB Torch Award winner and industry leader. We specialize in reducing project costs and timelines while maintaining transparency throughout the construction journey. Our VR technology enables clients to visualize spaces before construction begins, ensuring alignment with expectations. With 90% of subcontractors preferring to work with us, we provide access to top regional talent. Our 85% client referral rate demonstrates consistent satisfaction through decades of service.
Services
Commercial Construction
Project Management
Design-Build Services
Tenant Improvements
Ground-Up Construction
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 30 years of commercial construction experience
- Proven Path to Build planning process
- BBB Torch Award for Ethics recipient
- 85% client referral rate
- VR technology for pre-construction visualization
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
What people say
Terrific to work with
Flexibility needed
Accurate cost
Re-engineer flooring
Reprice building
Services
Commercial Construction
We deliver comprehensive commercial construction solutions for new buildings and major renovations. Our team manages projects from initial planning through final execution, ensuring code compliance and material quality. Clients benefit from our 30-year track record of completing projects within 5% budget variance while maintaining 15% faster delivery times through proactive planning.
Design-Build Services
Our Path to Build process combines design and construction expertise under one contract. This approach streamlines decision-making and reduces project timelines by 15% through early collaboration between architects, engineers, and contractors. Clients receive unified accountability and transparent cost management throughout the project lifecycle.
Tenant Improvements
We specialize in transforming existing spaces to meet evolving business needs while maintaining operational continuity. Our team coordinates phased construction to minimize disruption, incorporating modern design elements and technology upgrades. Clients receive interactive user manuals and training to optimize their renovated spaces.
Project Management
Our certified project managers provide end-to-end oversight using VR technology for real-time visualization. We maintain 90% subcontractor retention to ensure quality execution and competitive pricing. Clients receive regular progress updates and budget tracking to maintain complete project transparency.
Ground-Up Construction
We construct custom commercial facilities from foundation to finish, specializing in municipal, healthcare, and educational buildings. Our process includes pre-construction budgeting with less than 5% variance and VR walkthroughs for design validation. Clients benefit from our 30 years of code compliance expertise and regional trade partnerships.
People
Christopher Elder
Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Christopher Elder leads strategic operations and financial management with 25 years in commercial construction. He transitioned leadership from his father Tom in 2016, maintaining family values while expanding services across Colorado. His expertise ensures fiscal responsibility and project success.
Austin Dodder
Chief Operating Officer
Austin Dodder oversees daily operations with a focus on process improvement since joining in 2016. He co-leads company strategy with Christopher Elder, implementing technology solutions that reduced project timelines by 15% while maintaining quality standards.
Patrick Elder
President of Northern Colorado, LEED AP
Patrick Elder manages Northern Colorado operations with LEED accreditation for sustainable building practices. He opened the Windsor office in 2009 and has grown regional market share through client-focused solutions and environmental stewardship initiatives.
Shawn Sullivan
VP of Business Development
Shawn Sullivan leads business growth efforts with 18 years of industry experience. He connects clients with appropriate resources through our Path to Build process, ensuring alignment between project goals and construction execution across multiple market sectors.
Kevin Keen
Project Executive, LEED AP
Kevin Keen manages complex projects with LEED expertise, ensuring sustainable practices meet budget requirements. He has overseen $150M+ in construction value while maintaining 95% client satisfaction through transparent communication and quality control measures.
Questions
What commercial construction services do you offer?
We provide full-service commercial construction including new buildings, tenant improvements, and design-build solutions for healthcare, education, municipal, and retail sectors across Colorado.
How does your Path to Build process work?
Our Path to Build process simplifies construction through early planning, VR visualization, and budget accuracy within 5% variance while reducing project timelines by 15% through proactive coordination.
Do you handle both small and large projects?
Yes, we manage projects from small tenant improvements to large ground-up constructions with equal attention to detail and budget management.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Northern Colorado and Colorado Springs regions with office locations in Windsor and Colorado Springs for local project support.
How do you ensure project budget accuracy?
Our pre-construction planning includes VR walkthroughs and detailed cost analysis to maintain less than 5% budget variance from initial estimates to final construction costs.
What safety measures do you implement?
We prioritize site safety through comprehensive hazard awareness programs and training, ensuring all personnel return home safely at the end of each workday.
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