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Saunders Construction provides integrated construction management, general contracting (CM/GC), design-build and commercial real estate development services across the Rocky Mountain region. Driven by our purpose, we’re focused on Building What Matters — for the present and future — while constantly evolving to meet our clients’ dynamic needs.

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Honoring the Legacy of Founder Richard "Dick" Saunders

Since founding Saunders Construction in 1972, Richard “Dick” Saunders shaped the future of Colorado’s built environment through his vision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to community. His principles of integrity, collaboration, and innovation continue to guide Saunders Construction today. As we celebrate his lifetime of achievements, we remain dedicated to carrying his legacy forward — continuing to build what matters for the people and places we serve.

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Featured Projects

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Denver, Colorado

Cherry Creek West Redevelopment

Cherry Creek is a true 15-minute community – where home, work, wellness, play and daily essentials are always within easy reach....

Mixed-UseOfficeResidential & Senior LivingMixed-useDemolition & AbatementNew Ground UpSelf-Performed ConcreteSite DevelopmentSustainable/LEED

Aurora, Colorado

Aurora Mental Health Crisis and Acute Care Center

The new building for Aurora Mental Health and Recovery (AMHR) will provide recovery and resilience for those in the community that are most vulnerable....

HealthcareDemolition & AbatementNew Ground Up

Castle Rock, Colorado

Castle Rock Sports Center

The Town of Castle Rock is bringing Castle Rock Recreation into the future with the building of the Castle Rock Sports Center....

Sports and RecreationMunicipalNew Ground Up

Denver, Colorado

Western Stock Show Association Legacy Building

The Legacy Building will be a multi-use facility immediately adjacent to, and integrated with the new National Western Center (NWC) Livestock Center....

CulturalMunicipalNew Ground Up

Arvada, Colorado

Arvada Aquatics Center

Saunders demolished the original Meyers Pool building and replaced it with a new, modern and larger facility for the Arvada community....

MunicipalSports & RecreationDemolition & AbatementNew Ground Up

Denver, Colorado

One River North Residences

One of the most architecturally distinctive projects in the River North (RiNo) neighborhood of Denver, One River North Residences is located right across the street from the 38th and Blake RTD Light R...

Mixed-UseResidential & Senior LivingNew Ground UpSustainable/LEED

Steamboat Springs, Colorado

Steamboat Ski Area Base Improvements

Steamboat’s Gondola Square is now a multi-use, amenity-rich plaza with additional dining and après, shopping, entertainment, and welcoming gathering places for guests to enjoy year-round....

Civil InfrastructureHospitalityRetailDemolition & AbatementSite DevelopmentSustainable/LEED

Aerial view of the Aurora Southeast Maintenance Facility project.

Aurora, Colorado

City of Aurora Southeast Area Maintenance (SEAM) Facility

The Aurora Southeast Maintenance Facility (SEAM) provides a unified campus for the City of Aurora’s Water Department along with a targeted maintenance service location for the rapidly expanding sout...

Civil InfrastructureEnergyMunicipalScience & TechnologyNew Ground UpSelf-Performed ConcreteSite DevelopmentSustainable/LEED

Denver, Colorado

National Western Center District Energy

The National Western Center is a year-round, global destination for agriculture and food innovation, western heritage, and culture....

Civil InfrastructureEnergyMunicipalNew Ground UpSite Development

Denver, Colorado

Denver Art Museum Martin Building and Sie Welcome Center

With annual visitor numbers growing from 100,000 in the 1970s to 850,000 in 2017, the Denver Art Musuem sought to enliven every square foot of space in the Martin Building; provide visitor-centric ame...

CulturalAdditionTenant Interior & Renovation

News & Insights

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Media Contact

Teena Bergstrand

Vice President of Market Strategies and Communication

303.699.9000
m.inquiries@saundersinc.com

Press Release November 24, 2025

Honoring the Legacy of Richard “Dick” Saunders

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Richard “Dick” Saunders, founder of Saunders Construction, Inc. and a prominent figure in Colorado business history, passed away on Friday, November 21, 20...

Press Release November 10, 2025

Saunders Construction Promotes Tony Street to Vice President of Field Services

Englewood, CO – November 10, 2025 – Saunders Construction, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Tony Street to Vice President of Field Services. With Street’s proven leadership, deep ind...

Insight September 19, 2025

Why Healthcare Construction Demands a Specialized Partner

Healthcare construction is among the most complex and high-stakes undertakings in the building industry. These projects are unlike any other, requiring a delicate balance between strict regulatory com...

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Working Together to Build What Matters

Saunders takes pride in cultivating positive trade partner and supplier relationships with firms that share in our commitment to safety, integrity, quality and an exceptional experience. We actively support small and diverse businesses to strengthen their firms, providing necessary resources to succeed. Become a prequalified trade partner and build what matters with us.

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