People Moves: Dec. 2025

Heather Polinsky, PMP, F. SAME has been nominated as the next CEO of Arcadis, effective March 1, 2026. A 26-year veteran of the company, Polinsky is recognized for her proven track record of driving growth and leading high-performing teams across Arcadis’ water, energy, environment, resilience, and mobility businesses.

Gordon Wadley has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Dream Industrial REIT, effective January 1, 2026. Wadley previously served as Chief Operating Officer at Dream Office REIT since joining the organization in 2011.

Colin Olfert has been promoted to President & CEO at Westridge Construction, adding the President role to his existing CEO position held since 2022. Leon Friesen has retired as President but will remain involved as a Director on the Board.

Tom MacLeod has been appointed President at Marmon Crane Services, Inc.

Sanjeev Dhillon has been promoted to Vice President, Industry Engagement and Innovation at ICBA (Independent Contractors and Businesses Association). In this expanded role, he will lead ICBA’s efforts to inspire greater engagement across the construction community and deepen the organization’s focus on innovation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

Craig Shirra is moving from UBCPT to Traine Construction & Development as Director of Development, effective December 8, 2025.

Val Vanderwyk has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA), a national non-profit dedicated to driving apprenticeship excellence across Canada.

Brandon Deeves has joined Emil Anderson Construction as Manager of Strategic Partnerships.

Marcus Gillam has been appointed to the board of directors of Urban Infrastructure Group Inc. (TSXV: UIG). Gillam is the CEO of Gillam Group Inc., a construction company, and brings over 30 years of project management experience in complex construction projects across Ontario and internationally.

Joel Melanson has been appointed Director of Engineering, Design and Construction for Water Services at Metro Vancouver.

Anthony Costa has been appointed Senior Manager, Renewables & Electrification, Western Canada at CIMA+. Based in Kelowna, BC, Anthony brings over 20 years of experience in the energy and utilities sector, including leadership roles at Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation and BC Hydro.

Xavier Carballo has started a new position as Project Manager, Delivery, Scarborough Subway Extension at Metrolinx.

Matt McCleary, PMP has joined PCL Construction as Director of U.S. Public-Private Partnerships. With nearly 25 years of experience in real estate development and infrastructure delivery, McCleary brings expertise in P3s, alternative financing, and strategic execution.

Kelsey Jenkins is joining ACCIONA and Trillium Rail Partners as Communications and Community Engagement Lead for the ECWE-SRS project.

Lisa DeSandoli has joined McElhanney as Division Manager, Environment, where she will support the Lower Mainland with ecological services, including assessment and permitting.

Ben Voss has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Mazergroup, effective January 5th, 2026. Voss brings more than 25 years of executive experience across agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and large-scale project leadership.

Allnorth Americas is celebrating some Q3 service milestones: Craig Ward (25 years), Steve Pereira, Darcy Netzel, Kevin Barton, Mike French, and Leydi Noble (20 years), Greysen Aby, Gavin Fitzgerald, Carla Leask, and Olof Hultkrans (15 years), Soleil Poncelet, Scott Neurauter, and Matthew MacDonald (10 years), and four team members recognized for 5 years of service.

John McNicoll has joined the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) as Head of Industry Engagement for Edmonton and Northern Alberta. In this role, he will work with builders, contractors, and industry partners to strengthen relationships, support workforce development, and expand tools and services across the region.

William Levangie is starting a new position as Project Director at Axiom Builders.

David Benchimol has joined Pinemount Developments as Vice President, Development, bringing extensive industry expertise and leadership to the role.

Morgan Construction and Environmental Ltd. announces three executive promotions: Jason Sauve is transitioning from VP, Construction to Vice President, Pre-Construction; Alan Willick has been promoted to Vice President, Construction Operations; and Lisa Letto has been appointed Vice President, Human Resources.

John Mackenzie has joined Bird Construction as Vice President, District Manager – British Columbia, after nearly 20 years with EllisDon.

Robert Clark has been promoted to Vice-President, Health & Safety at The Universal Group.

Justin Brown has joined ISL as Senior Structural Engineer, bringing his expertise to the Buildings team across Western Canada with plans to establish himself in the Burnaby office.

Miloš Vasiljević has been promoted to Transportation Program Management Director at HDR, where he will set the strategic vision for the company’s transportation program management practice and coordinate with program management directors across various markets.

Cam Green has been appointed Chief Operating Officer at Norland, bringing significant experience in major infrastructure, mining, energy, and resource development projects along with a proven track record for building high-performing teams.

Stuart Farley has joined hcma as Senior Director of Operations. Coming from the visual effects and filmmaking industry, Farley brings senior leadership experience in complex, project-driven environments to support the firm’s strategic goals and creative operations.

Alyssa Dudek, P.Eng., Project Manager at Graham, has been recognized with a Rising Star Award from the Alberta Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) for her exceptional leadership and technical expertise on the Terwillegar Drive Stage 2 project.