Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Construction Solutions
CCAI was founded in 1973 as a premier commercial design and construction firm. With a combined 70 years of experience among our principals and a track record of over 3,000,000 square feet of tenant improvements, we prioritize innovative solutions, ethical practices, and client partnerships. Our services span the entire project lifecycle, from schematic design to post-construction, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and schedule compliance. We specialize in working within occupied buildings without disrupting existing tenants, maintaining strong relationships with municipal authorities, and delivering tenant improvement projects that enhance lease terms.Our in-house expertise enables test fit plans, value engineering, and conceptual budgeting, supported by a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to project success. Through proactive safety programs, industry best practices, and a commitment to client satisfaction, we have built a reputation for integrity and excellence in Colorado and beyond.
Services
Design Build
Construction Management
Post-Construction Services
Architectural Services
Conceptual Estimating
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of construction experience per principal.
- We offer in-house architectural test fits and construction documents.
- We guarantee lower construction costs to improve lease terms.
- We maintain excellent relationships with municipal building departments.
- We specialize in construction within occupied buildings without tenant disruption.
Services
Design Build
CCAI's Design Build services ensure project confidence through detailed planning and strict budget adherence. We develop lifelong client partnerships by integrating schematic design, value engineering, and conceptual budgeting. Our teams guarantee successful project execution within scheduled timelines and budget constraints.
Construction Management
Our Construction Management ensures regulatory compliance, safety, and cost control. We provide expert scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination. Clients benefit from our in-house workflow solutions and strong supplier relationships that optimize pricing and project outcomes.
Post-Construction Services
CCAI's Post-Construction Services ensure seamless project transitions through warranty management and contract closeout. We prioritize client satisfaction by addressing all loose ends and guaranteeing lifetime client relationships through exceptional service delivery and follow-through.
Architectural Services
Our architectural team provides test fit plans and conceptual designs for tenant improvements. We transform client visions into functional spaces through value engineering and detailed budgeting, specializing in occupied building renovations without operational disruption.
Conceptual Estimating
CCAI offers precise conceptual estimating to align project visions with financial realities. Our services include cost analysis and budget forecasting, ensuring clients achieve optimal value while maintaining performance standards across all building types and systems.
People
Russell Leavitt
Principal
Russell Leavitt has over 30 years of construction experience, specializing in complex commercial projects and tenant improvements. He ensures ethical practices and client satisfaction through proactive project management and industry expertise.
Terry David
Principal
Terry David brings decades of construction management expertise, focusing on cost control and value engineering. His leadership drives successful project delivery across diverse building systems and occupied environments without tenant disruption.
Questions
What services does CCAI offer?
CCAI provides design-build, construction management, architectural, and post-construction services for commercial properties, including tenant improvements and occupied building renovations.
How long has CCAI been in business?
CCAI has delivered commercial construction services since 1973, with principals representing over 70 years of combined industry experience.
Does CCAI work in occupied buildings?
Yes, CCAI specializes in tenant improvements within occupied buildings, ensuring zero operational disruption to existing tenants during construction.
What project types does CCAI handle?
We manage diverse projects including medical buildings, distribution centers, schools, restaurants, and photovoltaic arrays across all commercial building systems.
How does CCAI control project costs?
Through in-house value engineering, competitive subcontractor relationships, and detailed budget forecasting to deliver optimal pricing for every project component.
Where is CCAI based?
CCAI operates primarily in Colorado, delivering construction services for clients across diverse markets and property types since 1973.
