People Moves: October 2024

Michael Fedchyshyn has been appointed the inaugural chief executive officer of the Building Ontario Fund board of directors. Fedchyshyn brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in strategic corporate development, infrastructure investing, structured finance and public-private contracting.

Aubrey Tucker has joined McElhanney as Design Technology Manager where he will lead design technology for the organization and implement digital strategy.

I’m so honored to be joining a piece of Canadian history and being one more person in this great firm with over 114 years of continuous service.

Aubrey Tucker

Anthony Minniti is now President of CGI Constructors. Minniti intends to drive innovation using the best-in-class technology while ensuring that CGI continues to provide value to its clients. 

During its annual general meeting (AGM) earlier this month, the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies-Canada announced Jérôme Pelletier, P.Eng. as the new Chair of its Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term. Pelletier is president and CEO of consulting engineering firm BBA, where he has more than 20 years’ experience.

Mike Stone is rejoining rcs Construction as its Director of Construction for Nova Scotia. Stone most recently served as Director of Construction for Eastern Canada at Canadian Tire, where he gained valuable insight from both the contracting and client perspectives.

Corey Bainerman has started a new position as Vice President, People Operations (fractional) at Bridgit. He is an award-winning HR executive with 15 years of experience and a passion for startups and HR advisory.

Sean Kelly has been appointed President of EMCO (Canada), effective January 1, 2025. With nearly 30 years of progressive leadership within EMCO, Kelly has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and success. Rick Fantham will transition to the role of Chairman.

Harvie Buitelaar is now president of the BC Construction Roundtable. Buitelaar stated that after joining the board of directors in 2018, he has seen firsthand the meaningful role the group has in facilitating conversations that matter, bringing together contractors, owners, consultants and many other stakeholders for informative programming and valuable networking.

Octavio Flores has joined the major projects committee with the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association. 

This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the sucessful growth and development of the construction industry in Alberta. By collaborating with other industry leaders and government officials we aim to help shape policies, share best practices, and address the challenges facing our industry.

Octavio Flores, Infrastructure Sponsor, Kiewit

Don Wightman is now board chair for the BC Construction Association. Based in Coquitlam, B.C., Wightman is the president of PML Professional Mechanical Ltd., a company he founded in 1995. He has served on the BCCA board since 2018, most recently as treasurer.

Alain MacNair has joined ETRO Construction as its new field operations manager. In this role, MacNair will be supporting field operations and working closely with ETRO teams on the ground to ensure smooth execution on all projects.

Glen Furtado has been elected to Concrete BC’s board of directors. Furtado is the senior director of engineering and stakeholder relations, western region, for the Cement Association of Canada. 

Rob Fiorvento, Beedie’s managing partner of residential development, is celebrating 20 years at the company. The company stated that Fiorvento has played a major role in its growth, helping create and manage Beedie Living while inspiring young professionals.

Andrew Garrett is starting a new role as chief investment officer at Spotlight Development Inc.

Kelly Sorensen is being recognized for spending 35 years with PCL Construction where he currently works as a superintendent. Over his career Sorensen has developed an in-depth of knowledge of all build-types.

Over his career Kelly has developed an incredible depth of knowledge in all build-types. He leads with confidence but is always eager to collaborate. Kelly’s unwavering commitment and ability to crack a joke at the perfect time make him a fantastic team player that all of us are grateful to work with.

Mitch McMaster, Manager, Special Projects, PCL Construction

M3 Development Management has announced the promotion of four team members to directors:

• Brandon Farrell, P.Eng., PMP – Director, Vancouver
• Brandon Billsten – Director, Edmonton
• David Cassidy, PQS, AssocRICS – Director, Calgary
• Nichola Sinclair-Foreman – Director, Calgary

Federico Pensa has taken on the role of VP of Technology for Fayolle Canada Inc., the holding group that includes industry leaders like Magil Construction, Les Excavations Payette Ltée, Groupe SCV inc. and Ketchway Construction Technologies.

Jason Parravano will succeed Michael Zakuta as President & Chief Executive Officer of Plaza, effective January 2, 2025. Parravano, currently serving as the Trust’s Chief Operating Officer, joined Plaza on January 8, 2024 and has provided leadership and vision in overseeing all of the company’s day-to-day activities.

Andy Berube has joined BECC Modular as Vice President of Sales and Strategic Partnerships.

I’m looking forward to working with such an innovative team that’s focused on delivering sustainable, high-quality structural steel buildings to the Multifamily, Hospitality, Student, and Senior Housing sectors. It’s an exciting time to be in the modular construction industry, and I’m eager to contribute to the company’s growth and success as we take on new challenges and opportunities in both Canada and the USA.

Andy Berube, Vice President, Sales and Strategic Partnerships, BECC Modular

Luiza Lima has been promoted to Senior Marketing Manager at Orion Construction. Lima is a well-versed marketing professional with over 15 years of experience in the construction, real estate, and hospitality industries.

John Brennan has started a new role as Executive Director, Digital Projects at WSP. Brennan is an IT leader who is passionate about delivering solutions that empower users. Prior to this role he spent more than 13 years working for the City of Kelowna.