About Palace Construction · Denver
Palace Construction, founded in 1963 by Lou Jahde, is a Denver-based construction company serving the Rocky Mountain region. It specializes in new construction, renovations, and restoration projects for both commercial and residential clients. The company emphasizes integrity, collaboration, and a strategic preconstruction approach to meet budget and timeline goals. It also offers 24/7 emergency services and is known for its professionalism, craftsmanship, and community involvement through initiatives like supporting local charities and employment programs.
Palace Construction has been operating since 1963, guided by the principle of doing the right thing. The company provides comprehensive construction services including new builds, renovations, and restoration, with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes through strategic planning and team collaboration. Clients praise its professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to manage subcontractors and schedules effectively. The firm is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, and serves the broader Rocky Mountain region. It is committed to 'Building Better Lives' through its work and community outreach, including partnerships with local nonprofits and employment centers. The leadership team includes Lou Jahde (founder, 1963–2020), Rick Carter (CEO since 1989), and Garth Geer (President since 2004).
- In business
- since 1963
- Owner
- Lou Jahde
- Serves
- Rocky Mountain region
About Palace
Palace Construction has been building structures and relationships of integrity throughout the Rocky Mountain region since 1963. Committed to Building Better Lives, we assist clients in all areas of commercial and residential construction. Our integrated approach focuses on solving our client’s challenges by developing a strategic preconstruction work plan to meet budgetary and time constraints, and delivering a high-quality outcome.
Why Palace?
Clients praise Palace for its professionalism, collaboration, and ability to anticipate issues and stay on budget and schedule. Testimonials highlight the team’s focus on leaving egos at the door and working together to resolve challenges ahead of time.
Leadership
Lou Jahde, founder and chairman of the board (1963–2020), established the company’s core values. Current leadership includes Rick Carter (CEO since 1989), Garth Geer (President since 2004), and other senior executives and project managers.
- Lou Jahde — Founder & Chairman of the Board (1963–2020)
- Rick Carter — Chief Executive Officer (Since 1989)
- Garth Geer — President (Since 2004)
- Amy Reitmair, CPA — Chief Financial Officer (Since 1992)
- Matt Seewald — Vice President (Since 1994)
- Danny Throckmorton — Vice President (Since 2005)
- Todd Henry — Vice President (Since 2012)
- Kevin York — Vice President (Since 2013)
Community Outreach
Palace is proud to support local Denver charities and employment initiatives, including school lunch drives and partnerships with city and nonprofit employment centers.