What J2 Contracting does

J-2 Contracting Company, LLC is a privately held civil construction general contractor founded in 1995 and headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, with a production yard in Greeley. The firm serves municipalities, government agencies, and private developers across Northern Colorado, the Front Range, and Southern Wyoming. Its core offerings span roadway construction, underground utility installation, parks and streetscapes, riverine and reservoir projects, and aggregate mining and materials supply through its Contract Crushing and Mining Division.

The company operates an integrated construction-plus-aggregate model. On the construction side, J-2 delivers projects under collaborative contract methods including Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), and Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR), engaging owners during pre-construction for value engineering and constructibility analysis. Documented single project values exceed $5 million, with reported value-engineering savings in the range of $100K to $200K on past municipal jobs. On the materials side, the firm holds MSHA certification and operates or is developing multiple aggregate pits, including the Poudre Ponds Gravel Pit in Greeley (operating), Sweet Valley near Platteville (opening Fall 2025), and the Hunt Water Pit; the company reports over 10 million tons mined and processed since 2008. Aggregate products meet CDOT and municipal specifications.

Revenue is generated through project-based contracts awarded via competitive bidding, RFQ/RFP processes, and direct municipal relationships, supplemented by commercial aggregate materials sales. The firm cites a sustained 15+ year partnership with the Fort Collins Downtown Development Authority as general contractor and construction manager, and a track record of never failing to complete an awarded project. Owned and operated by its two principals, Chris Leone (President) and Chance Brown (Vice President), J-2 is an independent Colorado LLC with no disclosed parent company, external investment, or acquisition activity. Public-sector clients include the cities of Greeley, Fort Collins, Loveland, Boulder, the Town of Johnstown, and several conservancy and metro districts across northern Colorado.

Name

J2 Contracting

Legal name

J-2 Contracting Company, LLC

Website

https://j2contracting.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

J-2 Contracting is a Colorado-based civil construction firm providing roadway, underground utility, parks, riverine, and reservoir construction services for municipalities and developers across Colorado and Southern Wyoming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civil Construction Services

NAICS

Site Preparation Contractors (238910), Support Activities for Mining (2131)

SIC

Heavy Construction Other Than Bldg Const - Contractors (1600), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works General Contracting (IMAFAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mine Operations Contracting (Open-Pit & Underground Development, Production, Load/Haul) (IMAKAKAD), Construction Management & Delivery (EPCM/CMAR/Design-Build Oversight) (EUANALAE)

Keywords

• Civil construction services
• Underground utility installation
• Aggregate mining
• Roadway construction
• Municipal infrastructure

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Collins

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Civil Construction Contracting: Project-based revenue from civil construction projects including parks, streetscapes, roadway construction, utilities installation, and riverine/reservoir projects. Revenue is generated through competitive bidding and direct contracting with municipalities, government agencies, and private developers. Projects range from small municipal improvements to large-scale infrastructure developments exceeding $5M in single project values.
2. Aggregate Materials Sales: Mining and sale of construction aggregate products including screened, crushed, and washed materials. Products meet CDOT and municipal specifications. The company operates multiple gravel pits in Colorado and sells to commercial customers, including custom blended materials for specific project needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

J2 Contracting provides civil construction services, including roadway construction, underground utility installation, parks and streetscapes, and riverine/reservoir construction. The company also mines and sells construction aggregates through its owned gravel pits and offers Design-Build, CM/GC, and CMAR collaborative delivery methods.

Product overview

J2 Contracting is a civil construction company offering a portfolio of integrated construction services, primarily serving municipalities, engineers, and developers across Colorado. Its core offerings span civil construction services (roadway, utilities, parks/streetscapes, riverine/reservoir) and an aggregates/mining division (Poudre Ponds Gravel Pit and Sweet Valley Gravel Pit). Projects are delivered through collaborative contract methods (Design-Build, CM/GC, CMAR) supplemented by pre-construction services. The company also mines and sells construction aggregate products meeting CDOT specifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Poudre Ponds Gravel Pit: Sand and gravel mining operation located in Greeley, Colorado, producing quality construction aggregate products.
• Sweet Valley Gravel Pit
• Hunt Water Pit

Products and services

• Civil Construction Services End-to-end civil construction contracting for public and private projects, including roadway, utility, parks, and water resource work delivered through Design-Build, CM/GC, and CMAR methods.
• Aggregates and Mining Operations MSHA-certified mining and processing of construction aggregates sold to internal projects and external customers, providing vertical integration for the company's civil construction work.
• Poudre Ponds Gravel Pit Company-owned gravel pit producing construction aggregates for J2 Contracting projects and external sales.
• Sweet Valley Gravel Pit Company-owned gravel pit producing construction aggregates for J2 Contracting projects and external sales.
• Roadway Construction Construction of public and private roadways, including grading, paving, and related infrastructure for municipalities and developers.
• Underground Utilities Installation Installation of underground utilities including water, sewer, and storm drainage systems for municipal and private development projects.
• Parks and Streetscapes Construction of public parks, streetscapes, and related urban amenity improvements for municipalities and developers.
• Riverine and Reservoir Construction Construction of riverine and reservoir improvements, including channel work, bank stabilization, and water resource infrastructure.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $100,000 in construction cost savings through value engineering on Greeley 7th Ave Storm Sewer project by redesigning gas mains to run parallel
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Fort Collins Downtown Development AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008Sustained 15+ year partnership serving as general contractor and construction manager for nine alley renovation projects. J-2 works alongside the project team during design phase to provide budgetary cost estimates, constructibility reviews, material selection recommendations, and phasing plans.
• Centerra Metro DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple project partnerships including Boyd Lake Ave & 15th St Roundabout and Pedestrian Underpass, and Centerra Mobility Hub construction. J-2 provides construction services for district infrastructure improvements.
• Town of JohnstowncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted to replace failing reservoir outlet under supervision of Colorado Division of Water Resources Dam Safety Department. Project included constructing new concrete outlet and spillway tower, replacing dam sections, and reservoir capacity excavation.
• City of GreeleycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing relationship with multiple major arterial roadway reconstruction projects and infrastructure projects including 7th Ave Storm Sewer, Pecan Site Development, 27th Ave Outfall, Ashcroft Draw Sewer, and numerous park projects. Strong relationship developed over years of successful project delivery.
• City of Fort CollinscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelected as CMGC partner for Environmental Learning Center Flow Restoration and Traverse Neighborhood Park projects. Long-term partnership for downtown alley renovations program over 15 years.
• Centerra Metro DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelected to provide construction services to enhance the existing Mobility Hub at I-25 and Kendall Parkway in Loveland. Project completed in 2024 to improve mass transit rider experience for Northern Colorado community.
• Central Weld Water Conservancy DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContracted to build infill/outlet infrastructure for Pioneer Reservoir in Kersey, CO. Created 1800 acre feet of water storage through gravel mining operations over 7 years, now serving as critical water augmentation infrastructure.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Granite Construction: National heavy civil contractor with significant water resources, transportation, and underground utility work in the Mountain West. Comparable service lines but operates at materially larger scale and geographic reach.
• Martin Marietta Materials: Large publicly traded aggregates and heavy construction materials producer with Colorado operations. Comparable aggregate-mining vertical integration but with vastly larger scale and geographic diversification.
• Flatiron Construction: Large-scale heavy civil contractor delivering transportation, water, and infrastructure projects across the US, with active Colorado operations. Comparable in utility/roadway work but at materially larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Summit Materials: Vertically integrated construction materials company with aggregate, cement, and ready-mix operations plus contracting in Colorado and the West. Mirrors J-2's vertical integration thesis but at substantially larger scale.
• Knife River Corporation: Aggregates-led construction materials and contracting company with active operations in Colorado and the Mountain West. Comparable aggregate + civil contracting model but at significantly larger scale.
• CEI Construction: Colorado-based heavy civil and earthwork contractor serving public and private clients. Overlaps with J-2 in earthwork, utilities, and roadway but operates at a larger scale across broader project types.

Direct peers

• WW Clyde: Colorado/Utah-based heavy civil contractor performing earthwork, underground utilities, roadway, and water infrastructure for municipalities and developers. Most direct geographic and service-line peer to J-2's public works and utility portfolio.
• United Companies: Northern Colorado aggregate producer and civil construction contractor with crushed stone, sand, and gravel operations plus site development. Closest match for J-2's combined aggregate-mining and civil construction business model.
• SEMA Construction: Colorado-based heavy civil contractor specializing in earthwork, utilities, grading, and infrastructure for municipalities and private developers. Highly comparable in scope, geography, and public-sector delivery model.
• IHC Construction (formerly IHC Scott): Colorado-headquartered civil contractor delivering heavy/highway, utility, and site development projects across the Rocky Mountain region. Closely aligned in geography, public-sector client base, and CM/GC delivery methods.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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