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Shaw Federal

Building for
federal missions.

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Who we are

Shaw Federal.

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Shaw Federal is the federal construction practice of the Shaw Construction team. Since 1962, Shaw has built across Colorado, Wyoming and Utah as a general contractor, construction manager and design-builder — and we bring that same accountable, partnership-driven approach to federal agencies and teaming partners.

About Shaw Federal
Our capabilities

A focused approach to building.

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01

General Contracting

Full-scope construction delivery with a single accountable team from mobilization through closeout.

02

Design-Build

Integrated design and construction under one contract to accelerate delivery and reduce risk.

03

Preconstruction & VDC

Estimating, scheduling and Virtual Design and Construction that resolve problems before they reach the field.

04

Self-Perform & Modular

In-house concrete, framing and carpentry crews, plus modular methods that protect quality and schedule.

Relevant experience

Proven across the Rockies.

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Selected projects delivered by Shaw Construction — the team and processes behind Shaw Federal.

Delivery approach

From planning through turnover.

  1. 01

    Planning

    • Preconstruction estimating and scheduling
    • Site logistics and phasing plans
    • Constructability reviews
  2. 02

    Coordination

    • Disciplined submittal and RFI management
    • BIM coordination and clash detection
    • Regular owner progress reporting
  3. 03

    Quality

    • Inspections tied to a quality control plan
    • Preparatory and follow-up reviews
    • Deficiency tracking to closure
  4. 04

    Schedule

    • Detailed critical-path scheduling
    • Look-ahead planning with trade partners
    • Early procurement of long-lead items
  5. 05

    Safety

    • Site-specific safety planning
    • Daily task hazard reviews
    • Active field supervision
  6. 06

    Turnover

    • Commissioning support
    • Organized closeout documentation
    • Owner training and warranty follow-through
Safety & quality

Accountable in the field.

Safety program

Experienced superintendents lead daily site safety planning, task hazard reviews and trade coordination so crews and occupants go home safe.

Quality control

Dedicated field supervision, preparatory and follow-up inspections, and self-performed critical scopes keep work consistent with contract documents.

Industry partners

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Teaming & design partners

Architects, engineers and prime or sub-prime partners pursuing federal work.

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Trade contractors

Qualified trades who deliver quality work safely and on schedule.

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Suppliers

Material and equipment suppliers supporting remote and complex sites.

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Our people

Meet the leadership.

Our leadership

Steve Meyer

Chief Executive Officer

Leads the Shaw organization and its long-term strategy, having guided the company since becoming president in 1995.

Pat Higgins

President, Front Range

Oversees operations across the Front Range, including project delivery from Shaw’s Denver headquarters.

Sam Meyer

President, Western Slope

Directs Western Slope operations and project teams serving western Colorado and the mountain region.

Bart Dickson

Vice President, Construction Operations

Responsible for field operations, safety and quality standards across Shaw project sites.

Federal buyers & industry partners

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Call (303) 825-4740 or email LearnMore@ShawConstruction.net.

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