Company History

Decades of building success.

2021-present

2023

Nunn Construction Celebrates 40 Years

From 2 employees to 150, 1 office to 3: we’re proud of reaching this milestone and the impact we’ve made in building projects that matter for our community. 

2022

Ed Robson Arena and Yalich Student Services Center Wins Best Sports/Entertainment Project in ENR Mountain States’ 2022 Best Projects Competition

ENR’s panel of 15 judges reviewed 93 award submissions and named Ed Robson Arena and Yalich Student Services Center Best Sports/Entertainment Project. The annual competition spans seven states including Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota. 

2021

Ed Robson Arena at Colorado College Completed!

The Ed Robson Arena is a state-of-the-art 270,000 square foot, 3,400+ seat multi-purpose arena which will maximize the student-athlete experience and enhance the Colorado College Tiger Hockey experience. In addition, the arena can host regional, national, and international events in partnership with the United States Olympic Committee and related governing bodies, further enhancing Colorado Springs as Olympic City USA.

2016-2020

2020

Awarded as a “Best Workplace” by the Colorado Springs Gazette!

Our mission and dedication to improvement is focused on enabling others to succeed, which goes beyond construction. We were proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces for 2020 signaling a culture of solid leadership, employee satisfaction and pride in our company values and role in our community.

2018

Nunn Celebrates 35th Anniversary!

Under Tyson Nunn’s leadership, Nunn Construction continues to grow while improving communities with a commitment to quality, lasting relationships and dedicated service.

2018

Occhiato Student Center at CSU-P Completed

The 131,900 sq.ft. Occhiato Student Center transformation provides the Colorado State University Pueblo Campus with an open, dynamic and technologically-modern facility featuring residential and retail dining functions.

2017

ACE Award, Contribution to the Community – Springs Rescue Mission

Through AGC Colorado, Nunn Construction received the Award for Construction Excellence – Contribution to the Community for our work on the Springs Rescue Mission Shelter and Resource Center.

2017

Nunn Construction Wins Marketing Excellence Award for Corporate Identity

Through the Society for Marketing Professional Services Colorado, this top honor was awarded based on criteria in five categories: marketing objectives, creativity, quality, content, and results.

2016

Ray Nunn Wins ENR Mountain States Legacy Award

The Legacy Awards are given annually by ENR Regional Editors to an individual who has achieved a lifetime legacy of service in design and construction, and who have given above and beyond to their professions and the communities in which they live.

2016

Nunn Construction Rebrands

True North Concept: This concept was inspired by Nunn’s dedication to growth: the success of our clients and a strong community as a result of our process and leadership, always striving forward.

2011-2015

2015

Montezuma-Cortez High School Completed

Located in the Southwest portion of Colorado, this BEST Grant Funded and LEED Certified Gold High School reached substantial completion in July 2015. 

2014

UCCS Academic Office Building Complete

A 35,000 SF office building that houses multiple colleges on the campus. The 5-story academic office building achieved LEED© certified Gold and is deemed the “Gateway to the Campus.”

2014

Award of Merit for Construction Excellence – Associated General Contractors of Colorado

Nunn Construction was awarded the Merit for Construction Excellence for Meeting the Challenge of a Difficult Job – General Contractor for Genoa-Hugo new PK-12 School Building.

2013

Nunn Construction opens a Southwest Colorado Office

Nunn expanded initially into Cortez, and then moved our Southwest office permanently to Durango to better serve our clients in the Southwest region of Colorado.

2006-2010

2010

Pueblo Municipal Justice Center Completed

New construction providing the city of Pueblo with a secure facility that houses the court house, police department and a small detention center.

2008

Nunn Construction Celebrates 25th Year Anniversary!

As a Colorado Springs-founded contractor with stable management and ownership, Nunn continues its commitment to build quality buildings throughout Colorado for many years to come.

2007

UCCS Dwire Hall Completed

Renovation and addition of the existing academic office building originally built in 1972.

2001-2005

2004

National Strength and Conditioning Association Headquarters Completed

The new National Headquarters, Class A office building, includes 6,000 SF World Class Performance Center designed specifically to train clients of all fitness levels.

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2004

Pikes Peak Regional Building Department

One of Colorado Springs’ first LEED Certified Green Buildings, provides offices for the Building, County and City Departments.

2001

Colorado Springs City Hall Completed

Nunn Construction Renovated and built an addition to the century old historical building in downtown Colorado Springs, CO.

1996-2000

2000

Nunn Construction is awarded the Rocky Mountain Contractor of the Year Award

Award given by the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.

2000

Focus on the Family – Welcome Center East Addition

Focus on the Family is a global Christian Ministry dedicated to helping families thrive. Many visitors go to the bookstore or try the 3-story slide in the Welcome Center East Addition.

1996

Nunn Construction Builds Their New Office Building

Moved into our new facility and yard at 925 Elkton Drive in Colorado Springs, CO

1990-1995

1995

Peyton Elementary School

The first of many Design/Build Projects for Nunn Construction

1993

Woodland Park New Middle School

Won the “National Educators Best Project Award”

1992

Village Seven Presbyterian Church

Nunn Construction builds a brand new Sanctuary on the Village Seven Campus.

1983-1990

1984

Foothills & High Plains Elementary Schools – Additions

The first education projects for Nunn. The roots were planted for Nunn’s knowledge and commitment to building education facilities throughout the state.

1984

Circle Drive Baptist Church Addition

Nunn’s first construction project, a first of many religious projects over the years.

1983

Nunn Construction Founded

Ray and Nancy Nunn Incorporated the Business on May 2nd, 1983.