Rugged Development Services was created out of a passion for managing land development projects in Colorado. The business was formed by Shane and Jane Rugg in 2024 and is rooted in their combined substantial experience in the real estate industry. Drawing on their shared love of development projects, Rugged Development Services was created to assist and empower owners of projects both large and small.
SHANE RUGG
Co-Founder, President
Shane has over a decade of experience in residential land development, including working for multiple major Colorado homebuilders and developing in some of Colorado’s largest master plan communities. Originally from Pennsylvania, Shane studied Civil Engineering at Lehigh University. Shane now lives in Parker, Colorado with his wife Jane and their two daughters. On the weekends, Shane enjoys upland bird hunting trips with his English Setters and princess parties with his girls.
JANE RUGG
Co-Founder, Counsel
Jane is a licensed Colorado attorney with significant experience in all aspects of real estate transactions including acquisition, entitlements, and development. Jane is a Colorado native, and she earned her law degree from the University of Denver. Jane and Shane have been together since freshman year at Lehigh University and are the proud parents of two daughters. A lifelong equestrian, Jane spends her free time riding her horse, working out with her favorite Peloton instructors, and exploring the outdoors with her family.
JOE NAROWSKI
Senior Project Manager
Joe has a background in planning, managing, and executing large scale construction and engineering projects. Joe is originally from Michigan and attended Michigan State University for Construction Management and Planning. Joe comes from a large family and enjoys rock climbing, skiing, and enjoying all that Colorado has to offer with his bernedoodle puppy named Lonny.
What is an Owner’s Representative?
The Owner’s Representative or Owner’s Rep bridges the gap between ownership and all other entities involved with a development project. They manage the design and construction process, making sure that development decisions are aligned with the project owner’s goals and values. An Owner’s Rep uses their development experiences to solve problems and offer creative solutions that directly affect the bottom line. In broad terms, an Owner’s Rep is the direct representative of their client, spearheading all aspects of the development and recognizing and solving conflicts and complications. When complex issues arise, they explore all options available, distill the information, and provide the client with a concise set of options, along with a recommended course of action.