Board Election Results

2024 Election Results

We're pleased to announce election results for the 2024 ECA Board of Directors.

On behalf of our board and our membership, I congratulate the following elected directors (1 newly elected and 3 re-elected) for the 2024-2026 term:

First term on the ECA Board:

Patrick Williams • Bird Construction

Patrick Williams
Bird Construction
Senior Project Manager

Patrick Williams is an accomplished Senior Project Manager with Bird Construction who has built relationships throughout the industry over the past 12 years within the Edmonton region.

Patrick's passion for the construction community is exemplified by his 6-year tenure on the ECA’s Young Builders Group (YBG) Leadership team and current role as Chair of the Networking & Engagement committee. He has created a sense of community and connection with other ECA/YBG members and takes immense pride in contributing, fostering, and collaborating with the emerging professionals in the industry.

Having been involved in the YBG for the past 6 years, Patrick has had the opportunity to attend many ECA Board Functions including:

ECA Board of Directors Quarterly Meetings
ECA Board Governance & Relations Sub-Committee Meetings
ECA Board Finance & Risk Management Sub-Committee Meetings
2023 ECA Board Retreat & 3-Year Strategic Planning Session

Throughout his career, Patrick has overseen a diverse portfolio of construction projects working with both Public Sector & Private Sector clients utilizing numerous delivery models. Patrick's ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders has earned him a reputation as a trusted leader in the construction industry. Patrick is also an active member of APEGA with his P. Eng accreditation having graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

In his spare time, he enjoys being at the hockey rink (whether it is playing, coaching, or watching), spending time outdoors (camping, hiking, hunting), and getting together with friends and family whenever possible.

Patrick has been able to develop key relationships with the current ECA Board Members throughout the past number of years and was also able to contribute to the current 3 Year Strategic Plan bringing perspective from the YBG Leadership team. He is excited to take the next step in giving back to the association and the industry by running for the Board of Directors.

Second term on the ECA Board (re-elected):

Peter Osborne • GEC Architecture

Peter Osborne, M.ARCH., ARCHITECT, AAA, AIBC, MAA, SAA, OAA, FRAIC, LEED® AP
GEC Architecture
Partner

Peter, a Partner at GEC Architecture (GEC), brings over two decades of experience to the design and construction industry. In 2011, he established the Edmonton Studio and, in 2018, he took over the strategic management of the practice. In 2020, under his leadership, GEC opened a new Toronto Studio.

Peter specializes in post-secondary, civic, and housing projects. His credentials include recognition as a Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, Past-President of the Alberta Association of Architects and Past-Chair of the Edmonton Design Committee. Currently, he serves as a board member of the Edmonton Construction Association and Vice President of the Canadian Architectural Certification Board.

Peter's project portfolio includes the University of Alberta University Commons, the NAIT Productivity and Innovation Centre, the NorQuest College Civic Employees Legacy Tower, and the Okanagan College Health Sciences Centre. His ongoing commitments include the MacEwan University new School of Business, the University of Calgary Schulich School of Engineering Civil Wing Redevelopment, and the new SAIT Campus Centre.

Additionally, Peter has designed significant public spaces, overseeing the redevelopment of the Edmonton City Hall Plaza, Paul Kane Park, NorQuest College's Miyonohk Park, and the current redevelopment of the Alberta Legislature's North Plaza.

Notably, Peter has been engaged in social justice projects for the past decade. He has led the design of affordable, social, and permanent supportive housing for entities such as the City of Edmonton, Civida, Homeward Trust, and Toronto Community Housing, underscoring his commitment to making a positive impact on communities and lives.

Leah Marchon • Lloyd Sadd Insurance Brokers

Leah Marchon, CIP, CRM
Lloyd Sadd Insurance Brokers
Partner/Senior Advisor

Growing up an “Insurance Nerd” with her Father in the business, she started spending summers working in brokerage offices to keep her busy. Twenty years later she has established a firm foundation of diverse commercial insurance experience beneath her. Her career started at a multinational brokerage and after 5 years there she moved to an Edmonton based mid-market brokerage where she worked her way up from Account Manager, to Client Executive, to then building the Northern Alberta branch and finally moving back to Edmonton to be a key member of the leadership team. In 2019, attracted to their industry expertise and value in strong relationships, Leah chose to join the Lloyd Sadd team as a Partner. Having her Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) and Canadian Risk Management (CRM) designations she strives to build strong, transparent relationships with her clients that are considered true extensions of their business.

Leah is an active board member with the Edmonton Construction Association and has been part of their strategic initiatives over the past 3 years. Most recently chairing the Government Relations sub-committee which is developing relationships with both municipal and provincial government representatives.

Staying active, travel, and spending time at the lake is what keeps Leah busy after hours.

Sean Tymkow • Lafarge Canada

Sean Tymkow
Lafarge Canada Inc.
Business Unit Manager

I have been involved in the Edmonton construction industry for over 20 years and have worked for Lafarge Canada for 15 of those years. Currently, I am the Manager of our underground precast concrete business encompassing northern Alberta. Over the past 3 years, I have enjoyed being a director of the ECA Board. Serving as a director has truly been one of the more rewarding experiences in my construction career. As a board and association, we have undertaken numerous initiatives that I am very proud to say I was a part of. A few highlights I am particularly proud of are:

Chairing the Stakeholder, Strategies and Engagement (SS&E) and Governance and HR (G&HR) committees.
Being a founding member of the Career Pathways committee, which has spearheaded initiatives such as Tools for School and partnerships with Skills Canada and Junior achievement in efforts to encourage more kids to explore construction related career opportunities.

In September, the board created a renewed 3-year strategic plan, and I am seeking to be re-elected to support the many great initiatives our board and ECA leadership team have created. Through this role, I wish to continue giving back to the construction community by volunteering my time to be part of the ECA Board.

I look forward to your support and would be humbled to represent the Edmonton construction community on the ECA Board for another 3 years.

We would also like to thank and acknowledge our current seated directors:

Jen Hancock • 2024 Board Chair • Chandos Construction Ltd.

Ben Wagemakers • PCL Construction

Ryan Christensen • Delnor Construction

Bert DeBruin • AltaPro Electric Ltd.

Darryl Wiebe • Kerr Interior Systems Ltd.

Dustin Bennett • CCS Contracting Ltd.

Daniel McAllister • HUB International Insurance Brokers Ltd.

Steven Oosterhof • DIALOG

Appointed Directors (1-year term)

Derek Ciezki • Past Board Chair • SMP Engineering

Paul Fereday • Cantiro

Lindsay Munn • Civida

Matt Aubin • Keen Creative

On behalf of the 2024 Board of Directors, the ECA, and members firms, I would like to acknowledge and thank our outgoing director, Andrew Sharman. We are grateful for Andrew’s time, dedication, and commitment that he has given to our organization over the past six years.

We sincerely thank our board for the expertise and many hours that they offer on behalf of our industry. The work of the ECA Directors over the past 92 years continues to be a solid foundation for creativity, optimism, and healthy relationships that define our industry.

The ECA Board of Directors and I look forward to seeing you at our Builder’s Connect Expo (BCE), the premier gathering of all construction stakeholders and key leaders of industry, on February 15, 2024 (please save the date).  We will be awarding the 2024 Lifetime Achievement award as well as numerous Volunteer Awards. The Builder’s Connect Expo will also provide the opportunity for everyone to meet all our new and continuing board members.

All the best in your business pursuits.

Sincerely,

David Johnson

President

Edmonton Construction Association

Board Election Results

2024 Election Results

First term on the ECA Board:

Patrick Williams is an accomplished Senior Project Manager with Bird Construction who has built relationships throughout the industry over the past 12 years within the Edmonton region.

Having been involved in the YBG for the past 6 years, Patrick has had the opportunity to attend many ECA Board Functions including:

ECA Board of Directors Quarterly Meetings

ECA Board Governance & Relations Sub-Committee Meetings

ECA Board Finance & Risk Management Sub-Committee Meetings

2023 ECA Board Retreat & 3-Year Strategic Planning Session

In his spare time, he enjoys being at the hockey rink (whether it is playing, coaching, or watching), spending time outdoors (camping, hiking, hunting), and getting together with friends and family whenever possible.

Second term on the ECA Board (re-elected):

Peter, a Partner at GEC Architecture (GEC), brings over two decades of experience to the design and construction industry. In 2011, he established the Edmonton Studio and, in 2018, he took over the strategic management of the practice. In 2020, under his leadership, GEC opened a new Toronto Studio.

Additionally, Peter has designed significant public spaces, overseeing the redevelopment of the Edmonton City Hall Plaza, Paul Kane Park, NorQuest College's Miyonohk Park, and the current redevelopment of the Alberta Legislature's North Plaza.

Staying active, travel, and spending time at the lake is what keeps Leah busy after hours.

Chairing the Stakeholder, Strategies and Engagement (SS&E) and Governance and HR (G&HR) committees.

Being a founding member of the Career Pathways committee, which has spearheaded initiatives such as Tools for School and partnerships with Skills Canada and Junior achievement in efforts to encourage more kids to explore construction related career opportunities.

I look forward to your support and would be humbled to represent the Edmonton construction community on the ECA Board for another 3 years.

We would also like to thank and acknowledge our current seated directors:

Appointed Directors (1-year term)

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2024 Election Results

First term on the ECA Board:

Second term on the ECA Board (re-elected):

We would also like to thank and acknowledge our current seated directors:

Appointed Directors (1-year term)

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We would also like to thank and acknowledge our current seated directors: