With nearly a century of experience in healthcare construction, Kiewit has long been recognized for its commitment to quality, safety and innovation. Behind Kiewit’s success is a dedicated team of subject matter experts whose deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience bring life to the company’s healthcare projects. Adam Cleveland, senior preconstruction manager and Adam Lucero, project executive, are based in Colorado and operate out of Kiewit’s Lone Tree headquarters. These leaders work tirelessly to address the unique demands of healthcare construction, leveraging Kiewit’s resources and experience to create impactful solutions across Colorado and beyond.
Bringing Local Knowledge to Complex Projects
Adam Cleveland joined Kiewit two years ago and has been a crucial part of the healthcare team, with a specialized focus on estimating and preconstruction strategies for healthcare, research and development projects. Cleveland brings expertise, built through years of experience in the industry. His involvement in high-profile projects, like Children’s Hospital Colorado in Highlands Ranch—a project close to home and heart—ignited his passion for healthcare work, a passion he now channels into his role at Kiewit.
“Having a hand in building a facility like Children’s Hospital Colorado is incredibly rewarding,” Cleveland shared. “I live locally, and both my children have received care there. It’s personal, and that connection drives me to ensure these projects reach the highest standards.”
Cleveland’s experience has also prepared him to tackle today’s post-pandemic challenges, from skilled trade shortages to supply chain disruptions. His approach emphasizes innovation in prefabrication and modular construction, helping Kiewit’s clients navigate workforce limitations and keep projects on track. Through thoughtful preplanning and by incorporating offsite fabrication solutions, Cleveland continues to streamline complex healthcare projects and uphold Kiewit’s standards of excellence.
A Patient-Centered Approach to Healthcare Design and Execution
Adam Lucero brings a unique perspective to healthcare construction, inspired by personal experiences as a parent and patient advocate. With nearly two decades of experience, Lucero understands the human side of healthcare and how it shapes the spaces where patients receive critical care.
“Healthcare impacts everyone, including myself and my family,” Lucero explained. “My son has asthma, so I know firsthand the importance of designing healthcare facilities that prioritize patient comfort and accessibility.”
Lucero’s dedication extends beyond construction quality; he applies a patient-centered mindset to his work, ensuring that the design and execution of each project meet the highest standards of care. His insights have proven invaluable in complex healthcare environments, where infection control, phased construction and continuous patient safety are paramount. Kiewit’s work on high-sensitivity spaces within hospitals, including operating rooms and emergency facilities, demonstrates the commitment to creating safe and functional environments that healthcare providers can rely on.
Solving Complex Healthcare Challenges with Expertise and Innovation
Together, Cleveland and Lucero exemplify Kiewit’s dedication to tackling the evolving challenges in healthcare construction. As industry experts, they are adept at navigating the intricacies of healthcare regulations, design complexities and the need for specialized expertise. Their insights are instrumental in executing projects like the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, a LEED Silver-certified, 2.3 million-square-foot facility that serves veterans across Colorado and neighboring states. This project, managed by Kiewit’s healthcare experts, not only meets stringent energy and safety requirements but also supports comprehensive outpatient and inpatient services for thousands of veterans annually.
In addition, Kiewit’s team has spearheaded the construction of SCL Health Community Hospitals across multiple locations in Colorado, delivering critical infrastructure that prioritizes both patient comfort and energy efficiency. By working hand-in-hand with healthcare providers, architects and trade partners, Cleveland and Lucero have established Kiewit as a trusted leader in healthcare construction, locally and beyond.
Driving a Collaborative and Sustainable Future in Healthcare
Among fellow healthcare experts, Lucero emphasizes the importance of early collaboration, preconstruction planning and sustainability in healthcare design. Kiewit’s team has consistently demonstrated that sustainable healthcare facilities are both achievable and essential. By integrating energy-efficient systems, utilizing sustainable materials and leveraging offsite prefabrication, Kiewit’s healthcare leaders are helping clients meet their goals while enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
The combined expertise of Adam Cleveland and Adam Lucero, along with Kiewit’s resources, ensures that healthcare projects are delivered on time, on budget and to the highest standards. Their commitment to Colorado’s healthcare landscape is not only evident in Kiewit’s impactful projects but also in the relationships they build with local communities.
As Kiewit continues to shape the future of healthcare construction, its team of experts stands ready to meet new challenges and deliver solutions that prioritize quality, safety and sustainability for healthcare providers and patients alike.
