Every team member of every division of Aecon is dedicated to one thing; your success. We have assembled a team of enthusiastic and experienced industry professionals, who are able to answer your questions and deliver solutions.
Our Aecon Infrastructure's management team prides itself on open and honest communication with all our customers, both current and prospective. We do our best to bring our team of professionals together to deliver you world class solutions to your day to day construction challenges. We do this through our experience, dedication, and continuous desire to find and develop new innovations for our industry.
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Teri McKibbon CEO - Aecon Infrastructure GroupE-mail: tmckibbon@aecon.com Teri McKibbon has been involved with the management of construction-related companies for 25 years including founding, acquiring and integrating companies and the overall management of companies that are active in all aspects of infrastructure construction. Teri's role as CEO of Aecon Infrastructure Group involves the overall operational management of approximately 1500 employees involved in various vertically integrated companies. Awarded the Canadian Construction Association's Gold Seal Project Manager Certification in 1997, Teri is also on the Aecon - Lafarge Caledon Board of Directors; the Aecon - Alarie Joint Venture Executive Board; the Utility Contractors Association of Ontario Board of Directors and the Ontario Roadbuilders Association Board of Directors. Teri attended Carleton University's Geology as well as integrated Science and Economics programs and has been with Aecon since 1996. |
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Paul Pastirik, B.Comm., M.B.A., C.M.A. Executive Vice President - FinanceE-mail: ppastirik@aecon.com Paul is responsible for directing the financial and administrative activities of the Company. With over 25 years of experience in Regulatory (Ontario Energy Board), Finance, Human Resources and Operations in the energy industry, he provides expertise and leadership in the business services that support the Operations. In addition he provides leadership to the Business Development Organization within Aecon Infrastructure. |
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Dave Brennan Vice President - Human ResourcesE-mail: dbrennan@aecon.com Dave joined the Infrastructure team in the fall of 2005. Having held a number of senior HR roles in the field of Finance, Retail and Printing, Dave's expertise lies in the areas of recruitment, succession planning and leadership development. He holds a BA from the University of Michigan, Economics and Psychology, and has held a CHRM designation since 1990. |
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Rob Kinnaird Director - Business DevelopmentOffice: (416) 297-2600 ext. 3751 Mobile: (905) 317- 6212 Fax: (416) 940-2285 E-mail: rkinnaird@aecon.com Rob has been with Aecon since early 2006, coming to the team with 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. He has been involved in all aspects of telecommunications, from Operations, Engineering, Capital Investment, Technology Development, and Sales & Marketing. His role is to assist the organization in developing and executing the team's business strategy and to look for new business opportunities. Rob is currently Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Brantford Hydro. |
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Doug Steels Doug Steels is President of Aecon Constructors International and also manages Aecon's interests on Joint Venture projects as Board member of the Executive Management Committee. Mr. Steels' 35-year construction and engineering career with Aecon started as a Field Engineer on the massive St. Lawrence Seaway, Welland Canal Relocation project. His unique combination of practical skills and management capabilities were developed on Aecon heavy civil construction projects as diverse as British Columbia's Revelstoke Dam and Mount MacDonald Railway Tunnel, India's Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric project and the Cross Israel Toll Highway project. |
Aecon Infrastructure Group – Western Canada | |
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John Singleton Vice-President - Aecon Civil & Utilities – Western Canada6827 - Calgary Trail (104 Street) Edmonton, Alberta T6H 2L5 Office: (780) 430-4070 Fax: (780) 430-4775 E-mail: jsingleton@aecon.com John is a Civil Engineer that has worked in the civil construction business for 20 years. He joined Aecon two years ago and in that time gained experience in all areas of the Infrastructure Group's business. Now based in Edmonton, he is responsible for the development and management of new business in Alberta. |
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John Chow - P.Eng. Vice-President - Aecon Construction and Materials Ltd.E-mail: jchow@aecon.com John graduated from the University of Waterloo with his Bachelor of Applied Science degree in 1977. He has over 28 years experience in the estimating, planning, scheduling and construction management of heavy civil engineering construction projects. He is responsible for the delivery of a full range of work types, including highway and bridge construction, utility work and major building projects, including hospitals. He has developed particular expertise in the effective development and implementation of value engineering principles to the benefit of Aecon's clients. |
Materials - ACML | |
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Bill Burkart VP-Materials ACMLE-mail: wcburkart@aecon.com Bill's career has spanned 30 years in the materials business including 20 years with Aecon. Bill is a past President of The Aggregate Producers Association of Ontario and he sits on the Aecon Lafarge, Caledon Board of Directors. Bill's division includes aggregate and asphalt sales as well as a construction business in the western GTA. ACML's materials business is one of Ontario's largest integrated aggregate and asphalt businesses with assets across Ontario. |
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Tom Dziedziejko, C.E.T. General Manager – Aecon Materials Engineering Corp.E-mail: tdziedziejko@aecon.com Tom has over twenty years experience in materials engineering and testing. A graduate of Civil Engineering Technology from St. Clair College in Windsor, Ontario, his studies continued, specializing in Bituminous and Portland cement concrete design and engineering at the University of Calgary and the University of Texas. Tom founded Aecon Materials Engineering in 1996 as an incorporated subsidiary of ACML. Tom is a regular instructor for the Ontario Good Roads Association Scott MacKay Bituminous Course and conducts Superpave training courses for the industry. In addition, Tom sits on a number of Industry committees including, Canadian User Producer Group for Asphalt (CUPGA); Vice Chair (Chair in 2007), ORBA / MTO Hot Mix and ERS Technical Committee, Ontario Superpave Implementation Committee, Chair – Contractors Superpave Implementation Sub committee, Aggregate Producers Specification Committee, Ontario Hot Mix Producers Association - Hot Mix Technical Committee. |
Miwel Construction Ltd | |
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Wayne Bruce Construction Manager – Miwel ConstructionE-mail: wayneb@miwel.ca Wayne has over 21 years experience in the construction industry including overall project management, estimating, planning, scheduling, and construction management of civil engineering construction projects. He is responsible for the delivery of a full range of work types including, highway and underground construction, utility work and major infrastructure projects for Miwel Construction. Wayne currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Durham Heavy Construction Association, and the Joint ORBA and OSWCA Education Committee which coordinates and administers educational programs for the industry across Ontario. |
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| Bill Karson President E-Mail: bkarson@karson.ca In 1973, at 22 years old, Bill started Karson Kartage, and by the end of the 1970’s acquired his first sand and limestone quarry. In the 1980’s Bill expanded the business to include construction services such as road building, site excavations, and services installation. In 1997 Bill acquired a batch plant and entered the hot mix business, completing what is now The Karson Group, one of the most progressive road builders in Eastern Ontario, and a company named one of Canada’s “50 Best Managed Companies” in 2006. | |
| John Adshead, B.Comm(Hons), CA Vice President Email: jadshead@karson.ca After graduating from Carleton University and obtaining his CA with Coopers & Lybrand, one of John’s first clients was Bill Karson. John helped Karson to incorporate in 1973. While pursuing a career in public practice and the Public Service he continued to provide financial and tax advice to Karson’s, especially on financing and acquisitions. In 1996, John joined Karson’s on a fulltime basis. Today John directs the financial and administrative activities of the company, including HR and IT, with a focus on expanding the business. | |
| Glenn Falls Vice President Construction Email: gfalls@karson.ca After obtaining his Civil Engineering Technologist designation, Glenn spent several years in civil construction and land development before joining Karson’s. He is Gold Seal Certified in Project Management for Road Building and Heavy Construction. Glenn has been with Karson’s for over 25 years and is responsible for all aspects of Karson Konstruction, including Karson Asphalt Paving. This includes the acquisition and utilization of construction equipment, the asphalt plant and paving equipment. Glenn is Past President of the National Capital Heavy Construction Association | |
| Peter Geick, P.Eng, MBA Vice President Finance Email: pgeick@karson.ca Peter graduated from Carleton University with a Civil Engineering degree and then completed his MBA at Western. After working for several years in the civil construction industry, he joined Karson’s in 1978 as the chief accountant, dispatcher and engineer. Today, Peter’s current responsibilities include oversight of all the day to day financial accounting activities of the company | |
| Erwin Schulz Vice President Aggregate Division Email: erwinschulz@karson.ca Erwin drove Bill Karson’s first single axle truck in the early 70s before pursuing a career in the currency printing industry. Erwin rejoined the Karson Group in 1996 bringing an appreciation for quality and customer service. Erwin’s current responsibilities in the Aggregate Division includes the management of pits and quarries, aggregate sales, golf course materials, materials engineering, trucking and equipment maintenance. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Stone Sand and Gravel Association. In addition he is very active in community planning and sits on numerous public advisory committees. | |
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Don Brophy – P. Eng. Vice President – Aecon Constructors E-Mail: dbrophy@aecon.com Don joined Aecon in 1977 after graduating from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Civil Engineering. He has held the positions of Project Engineer, Project Manager, Contracts Manager and Estimating Manager. Don has extensive experience as Senior Estimator, bidding heavy civil construction projects in the domestic market as well as internationally. He has worked on major projects such as the Highway 407 Express toll Route (407ETR) and the Toronto Airport Terminal Development projects in Canada, and the Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Power project in India. Don is currently responsible for overseeing the execution of all heavy civil projects under Aecon Constructors |
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Francis Chan, P. Eng., C. Eng., M.I.C.E. Vice President – Engineering & EstimatingAecon Constructors E-Mail: fchan@aecon.com Francis graduated in 1977 from the University of Calgary with his B.Sc. in Civil Engineering. He has 28 years of industry experience in consulting and construction engineering, in North America and internationally. He specializes in the construction of tunnels and underground works, roadways, bridges and marine works. He has extensive experience in detailed design, cost estimating, construction planning and project management, and is considered a leader in the introduction of new technology. Francis is currently responsible for overseeing engineering and estimating for heavy civil construction projects under Aecon Constructors. |
Aecon Utilities | |
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Chris Hudson Vice-President - Operations (Central & East)Aecon Utilities E-mail: chudson@aecon.com Chris has been in the utility infrastructure business with Aecon for 18 years. He has a wide range of experience within Aecon's core competencies of Hydro, Gas, Communication, and utility infrastructure. Chris is responsible for all facets of our utility operation in the central and eastern regions of Ontario,. He provides expertise and leadership to his Project management, field operations, estimating and administration teams. |
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Mark Scherer Vice President - Operations (West & North)Aecon Utilities E-mail: mscherer@aecon.com Mark is responsible for the overseeing of project management, crew management, estimating, equipment coordination, and project administration within southwestern and northern Ontario. Mark is also directly accountable for the overall profits and volumes in his region. He has over 18 years of experience and has an in depth knowledge of the industry, having worked from the bottom up, in all facets of utility construction. |
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David Smith General Manager - Operations, Eastern OntarioAecon Utilities E-mail: davsmith@aecon.com Dave is responsible for all aspects of utility operations in Eastern Ontario. With over 20 years of experience in the utility infrastructure business, Dave leads his team while overseeing all facets of project management, field operations, estimating and administration. Dave is ultimately accountable for overall volumes of work and profitability in Eastern Ontario. |
AGI Traffic Technology | |
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Kent Boyce General Manager - AGIE-mail: kboyce@aecon.com Kent has been in the utility construction business for 20 years, the last 13 years with Aecon affiliated companies and now leads Aecon's Traffic Technology division as General Manager. He has as wide range of experience across all facets of Aecon's utility infrastructure business including project management responsibility for the construction of the highway lighting and tolling infrastructure systems along Highway 407 and the Cross Israel Highway. |
Aecon Utility Engineering | |
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Andrew Geden Manager - AUEE-mail: ageden@aecon.com Andrew graduated from McMaster University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Engineering degree. He brings 5 years of gas utility experience as a Senior Pipeline Operations Engineer. Andrew has overseen several large pipeline integrity projects, station design and construction projects, and pipeline engineering. He is currently responsible for overall operation of Aecon Utilities Engineering, and the execution and management of Aecon Civil & Utilities Quality Management System. |
QX Technology | |
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Mike Henderson General Manager – QX Technical ServicesE-mail: mhenderson@aecon.com Mike joined Aecon 5 years ago and brings with him 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. Mike has worked to deliver network solutions for companies such as Rogers, Bell and Shaw Cable. He provides technical expertise along with strong operations skills to QX Technical Services. His team is responsible for delivering telecommunication infrastructure services to telecommunications network providers, private enterprise, and the residential community. |
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Rocco Deliso Rocco has been in the utility construction business for 20 years, and with Aecon since 2000. As a foreman for Aecon Utilities he managed the construction of many large projects for our hydro and telecommunications customers. In addition he has overseen ongoing maintenance and repair service contracts with several key Aecon customers. |
