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This list showcases the top Alberta based VP’ operating in the Construction space. If you think a VP’ is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on editor@beststartup.ca.
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Kelly Babichuk
Vice President, Business and Commercial Services of ATCO Structures & Logistics
Kelly Babichuk is Vice President, Business & Commercial Services for ATCO Structures & Logistics, overseeing the Business Technology, Marketing & Communications and Commercial & Risk activities of the organization. Prior to joining ATCO in 2015, Mr. Babichuk worked for over 22 years in the construction and industrial minerals industries. Mr. Babichuk began his career with a cement company and later co-founded an industrial minerals company where he was President & COO. He later worked for Hammerstone Corporation where he was Vice President, Sales & Marketing. Mr. Babichuk is a professional engineer who graduated from the University of Alberta with a civil engineering degree in 1993. He later graduated from the University of Alberta with an MBA in 2001.
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About ATCO Structures & Logistics: ATCO Structures & Logistics is a pioneer in the modular construction industry, with projects on five continents and manufacturing,
Chad Gareau
Vice President, Finance & Planning of ATCO Structures & Logistics
Chad Gareau is the Vice President, Finance & Planning for ATCO Structures & Logistics. In this role, he is responsible for establishing and implementing company-wide financing policies and operating procedures within the risk management and business planning functions for ATCO Structures & Logistics. He also oversees the measurement, evaluation and reporting of corporate risk management performance for the organization and plays a key role in strategic business development activities. Mr. Gareau joined ATCO in 2005 and has held increasingly senior roles including his most recent position as Vice President Finance & Treasury at ATCO Group, where he was responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide financial strategies. Mr. Gareau is a Chartered Financial Analyst and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance with Great Distinction from the University of Saskatchewan.
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About ATCO Structures & Logistics: ATCO Structures & Logistics is a pioneer in the modular construction industry, with projects on five continents and manufacturing,
Jason Kielau
Vice President, Modular Construction & Workforce Lodging of ATCO Structures & Logistics
Jason Kielau is the Vice President, Modular Construction & Workforce Lodging for ATCO Structures & Logistics, Responsible for Canadian operations in relation to Workforce Housing Projects, Indigenous Business Development and Community Relations, Camp Services and Construction. Previously Mr. Kielau was based in Santiago, Chile as Senior Manager, Business Development for an ATCO Joint Venture company with operations in Chile, Peru, Colombia, Brazil and Argentina. Mr. Kielau has 15 years’ of Canadian and international experience with ATCO and has provided workforce housing solutions in over 30 countries. Mr. Kielau began his career with ATCO Structures in 2000 focused on international sales of workforce housing projects. In 2001 he relocated to London, England as Manager, International Sales and established an office serving clients in Western Europe and Africa. In 2004 Mr. Kielau relocated to Budapest, Hungary as Manager, Business Development for ATCO Europe with responsibility for projects in Africa, Europe and the former USSR. Returning to Canada in 2006 Mr. Kielau assumed the role of General Manager, Workforce Housing with overall responsibility for ATCO’s workforce housing business in Canada and Alaska. Mr. Kielau graduated from McGill University, Montreal in 1996 with a Bachelor of Commerce degree and is an active member of Canadian Council of the Americas (CCA), the Canada-Chile Chamber of Commerce and the Modular Building Institute (MBI).
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About ATCO Structures & Logistics: ATCO Structures & Logistics is a pioneer in the modular construction industry, with projects on five continents and manufacturing,
Bill Haliburton
Vice President, Manufacturing, Engineering and People Services of ATCO Structures & Logistics
Bill Haliburton is the Vice President, Manufacturing, Engineering and People Services for ATCO Structures & Logistics. He is responsible for North American manufacturing operations including five manufacturing facilities totalling 700,000 sq. ft, estimating and production. He also oversees Engineering, HSE, QA and Human Resources. Mr. Haliburton joined ATCO in 1978 as part of the Spruce Grove operations. He has held various positions of increasing responsibility over the years. In 1996, Mr. Haliburton relocated to Santiago, Chile as General Manager of an ATCO Joint Venture company with operations in Chile and Peru. He moved to Diboll, Texas in 1999 to head up a new manufacturing facility for ATCO as Vice President & General Manager and in 2003 he moved back to Calgary. After a brief time away, Mr. Haliburton returned to ATCO in 2009 as Vice President, Manufacturing. During his 35 years in the industry, Mr. Haliburton has been involved in acquisitions, green field operations start-ups, and the formulation of successful international Joint Ventures. He has served several industry associations during his career including, most recently, the Board of Directors of the Modular Building Institute.
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About ATCO Structures & Logistics: ATCO Structures & Logistics is a pioneer in the modular construction industry, with projects on five continents and manufacturing,
Roger Howarth
Senior Vice President, Project Oversight of SNC Lavalin
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Shawn Vammen
Senior Vice President, Superior Gas Liquids of Superior Plus
Mr Vammen joined Superior Gas Liquids in 2008. With over 20 years of experience in the Natural Gas Liquids industry, Mr Vammen has held positions of increasing responsibility at Mobil Oil Canada, Gibson Energy, and Sempra Energy Trading. He was Vice President, Supply and Marketing at Superior Gas Liquids from 2010 to 2014, prior to moving into his current position. He holds a B.Comm. degree from the University of Alberta.
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About Superior Plus: Superior Plus goal is to provide long-term stable dividends and premium returns to shareholders through value-based growth in core assets.
Rob Dorran
Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer of Superior Plus
Rob Dorran is a Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer at Superior Plus.
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About Superior Plus: Superior Plus goal is to provide long-term stable dividends and premium returns to shareholders through value-based growth in core assets.
Erin Seaman
Vice President, Tax of Superior Plus
Erin Seaman is a Vice President, Tax at Superior Plus.
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About Superior Plus: Superior Plus goal is to provide long-term stable dividends and premium returns to shareholders through value-based growth in core assets.
Darren Hribar
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer of Superior Plus
Mr. Hribar joined Superior Plus as Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel in 2015. He previously was a partner with Norton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP, an international legal practice. Mr. Hribar holds a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (Distinction) from University of Lethbridge and an LLB from the University of Alberta. He was admitted to the Alberta bar in 1997.
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About Superior Plus: Superior Plus goal is to provide long-term stable dividends and premium returns to shareholders through value-based growth in core assets.
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