About Us

About Stuart Olson

Stuart Olson

Every day Stuart Olson positively impacts the businesses we serve, the communities in which we operate and the lives we touch.

Stuart Olson is the trusted partner to the public, private and industrial construction industries.

We deliver confidence through a client-centered process that ensures the highest quality of service, reduces risk and delivers results. As a trusted adviser, we build our clients’ reputations through turnkey solutions tailored to enhance the specific vision of a given project.

 

Stuart Olson’s integrated solutions redefine the potential for success, lower the total cost of engagement, and provide the peace of mind our clients have come to expect. Exceeding expectations throughout the lifecycle of a given project is the hallmark of our brand. It’s our motivation and the reason we exist.

we-arePeople creating progress.

 
Profile

Stuart Olson has been empowering Canadian business since 1911. Our rich history demonstrates our reach and diversity as an integrated, full service organization serving the construction and industrial markets.  It also parallels Canada’s growth and maturity into a dynamic global economy. With clients in commercial and residential development, oil and gas, hospitality, mining, health care and education, to name just a few, the people of Stuart Olson have had a positive and lasting impact on businesses and communities across Canada.

With marketplace dynamics changing, companies are now looking for single source service providers that can literally do it all. Organizations that are capable of moving beyond the traditional model of project delivery to a more complete, collaborative and innovative approach to service solutions and results. Service providers they can trust with the complexities and challenges of the job and the decisions that go with it. Capable of providing clients with integrated, tailored solutions across three major sectors – private, public and industrial.

We are Stuart Olson. People building Canada since 1911.


 
Our Approach
Delivering tailored solutions through a uniquely positive process.

 

Success comes naturally when people share a common vision. As a service provider, our most important job is to understand our client and their vision of success. By doing this, we put ourselves in a position to do what we do best. Create tailored, results-based solutions within a collaborative and seamless process.

Our model for success is simple, yet powerful in its application. An approach to doing business grounded in respect, transparency and collaboration. A commitment to all stakeholders – clients, consultants, trades and community – to engage in a team approach that values people and thrives on fresh ideas and intelligent solutions. A dynamic process that allows for flexibility and adaptability, with a focus on achieving results and nurturing lasting relationships. We are an organization of people, motivated by the opportunity to make a difference.

We are Creating value through people, respect and collaboration.

 

 
At a Glance

An Integrated Construction & Industrial Solutions Company

Serving clients since 1911
 
$1.3-billion-and-growing
 
4200-strong 
 
SUSTAINABILITY
  • Over 100 LEED projects constructed
  • First Nations outreach/active engagement & partnering
  • Corporate sponsorship focus: Education and Health & Wellness
  • VANOC’s Sustainability Award
  • Canada’s 1st LEED Platinum Core & Shell Building


 
RECOGNITION

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Governor General’s Award/
International Illumination Design Award
B.C. Smelter Project
At completion, most advanced and environmentally friendly smelter in operation globally
Jasper Place Library
Best New World Design Award
Recognized for Excellence
Turnkey construction of state-of-the-art Oil Sands Substation
Fort St. John Hospital
2012 Canadian Council for Public Private Partnership
Silver Award/Innovation and Excellence
Edmonton Remand Centre
2013 BOMA PMIVAC Project of the Year Award/Project Management
Richmond Olympic Oval
Over 30 awards/RAIC’s Award of Excellence


INTEGRATED SERVICES

General Contracting/Construction Management; Civil; Electrical; Mechanical and Specialty Services

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MARKET SOLUTIONS

Private Sector
Office, Retail, Hospitality, Residential, Food, Light Industrial

Public Sector
Health Care, Education, Sports & Recreation, Arts & Culture, Civic, Transportation

Industrial Sector
Oil, Gas Processing, SAGD, Power, Utilities, Mining, Petrochemical & Refining, Pulp & Paper

 
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SAFETY
  • 2013 ACSA Large Business Trailblazer Award
  • Industrial Site Safety Record: 25 years without LTI
  • Rio Tinto Safety Award
  • Oil Operator’s Vice President’s Site Safety Award
  • 2010 Nominated: President’s Award/Turnkey Solutions



Management Team

  • David LeMay

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    David LeMay, MBA

    President & Chief Executive Officer
    Stuart Olson

    Mr. LeMay was appointed President & CEO effective June 1, 2013. Prior thereto David served as President & COO from July 2012 to May 31, 2013.

    Previously, David was President of Stuart Olson Industrial Group, which provides integrated products and services on behalf of the industrial sector for the company. Mr. LeMay has also served as President and COO of Stuart Olson’s Laird Electric Inc. subsidiary.

    During his 25 years in the construction industry Mr. LeMay has been involved in all aspects of the field from estimating through to project management.

    David is a licensed construction electrician and has an MBA from Queens University.

  • Daryl E. Sands

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    Daryl E. Sands, B.Comm., CA

    Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
    Stuart Olson

    Mr. Sands joined Churchill as Chief Financial Officer in 2005.

    Previously Daryl was Partner & Senior Vice President, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, and prior thereto Vice President, PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

    Mr. Sands is a seasoned business executive with an extensive background in accounting, financial controls, management information systems and corporate finance.

  • Joette Decore

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    Joette Decore, MBA, B.Sc.

    Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Development
    Stuart Olson

    Ms. Decore joined Stuart Olson in 2008 and was appointed Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Development in June 2015. Joette has held various executive positions at Stuart Olson including Vice President, Human Resources; Vice President, Corporate Development; and most recently Vice President, Strategy and Development.

    Joette was formerly a management consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers for eight years, assisting clients in corporate restructurings and performance management, particularly with clients in the construction industry. Previous to this, she worked as an engineer in the mining industry.

    Ms. Decore holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Queen’s University and a MBA from the University of Alberta.

  • Paul Polson

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    Paul Polson

    Senior Vice President Business Development & Community Engagement
    Stuart Olson

    Mr. Polson became Senior Vice President Business Development & Community Engagement in June 2014. Prior to this, Paul was Vice President of Stuart Olson Building’s Group from 2001-2014.

    Paul is an Architect by profession and throughout his career has been an active contributor to the business and development sectors, having been involved in significant architectural projects across Western Canada. His extensive resume attests to his proven expertise in construction management, strategic planning, financial and business acumen.

    Paul was admitted to the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s College of Fellows in 1990 and was Dean from 2005 to 2010. A strong believer in giving back to the community, Paul is currently on the Board of Directors for the Calgary Stampede, a board member for Theatre Calgary, and is a member of the Dean’s advisory council for the faculty of Environmental Design at the University of Calgary and SAIT Polytechnic.

  • Bob Myles

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    Bob Myles

    Chief Operating Officer
    Stuart Olson Industrial Group

    Mr. Myles was appointed Chief Operating Officer of Stuart Olson Industrial Group in January 2016. For over 25 years, Bob’s career has focused on the Canadian industrial sector in oil and gas, power and midstream markets.

    Prior to joining Stuart Olson, Bob held a number of executive roles, including Managing Director, Energy at ATCO Ltd.; President, ATCO Pipelines; President, ATCO Energy Solutions; and most recently, President and CEO of an industrial mechanical company.

    Mr. Myles is currently on the Board of Directors for Alberta WaterSMART; a company committed to improving water management in Alberta. He is also a past Director and Chairman of the Canadian Energy Pipelines Association, and a past Director of both the Petroleum Joint Venture Association and the Canadian Gas Processors Association.

    Bob holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics.

OUR TEAM

David LeMay
Bharat Mahajan
Richard Stone
John Krill
Paul Polson

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David LeMay, MBA

President & CEO
Stuart Olson

Mr. LeMay was appointed President & CEO effective June 1, 2013. Prior to that David served as President & COO from July 2012 to May 31, 2013.

Previously, David was President of Stuart Olson Industrial Group, which provides integrated products and services on behalf of the industrial sector for the company. Mr. LeMay has also served as President and COO of Stuart Olson’s Laird Electric Inc. subsidiary.

During his 25 years in the construction industry Mr. LeMay has been involved in all aspects of the field from estimating through project management.

David is a licensed construction electrician and has an MBA from Queens University.

 

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Bharat Mahajan, CA

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Mr. Mahajan was appointed Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer in January 2020.

Bharat is a Chartered Professional Accountant and brings over 28 years of senior and executive level professional experience to the Company. He has a proven track record of generating value as a Chief Financial Officer.

Most recently, Bharat held the role of Chief Financial Officer at Daseke, Inc. ("Daseke"), the largest owner and leading consolidator of specialized transportation in North America. Daseke acquired Aveda Transportation and Energy Services Inc. ("Aveda") in 2018. At the time of the acquisition, Bharat had been the Chief Financial Officer of Aveda and was asked to take on the same role with Daseke on completion of the transaction.

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Richard Stone,

Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Mr. Stone joined Stuart Olson as Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in November, 2016.

Previously, Richard practiced corporate commercial law at Bennett Jones LLP for 10 years where he was a partner shortly before joining Stuart Olson. He also spent two years as the Vice-President, Legal and Corporate Secretarial at the ATCO Group.

Prior to his legal career Richard worked in the aerospace industry holding progressively senior leadership positions at Canadian Airlines and MTU Maintenance. Richard has extensive knowledge across several industries and provides the balance between technical legal expertise and practical business management.

Mr. Stone holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), as well as a Bachelor of Commerce, International Business, both from the University of British Columbia.

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John Krill, P.Eng, MBA

President & Chief Operating Officer
Canem Systems Ltd.

Mr. Krill was appointed the President of Canem Systems in April 2017. For over 30 years, John’s career has focused on utility and multi-trade services within the Canadian commercial and industrial sectors.

Prior to joining Canem Systems, John held a number of senior and executive roles, including Chief Operating Officer, Vice President of Operations, and General Manager Service for a large, integrated multi-trade company.

John is the past Chairman of the Board of Directors for Woodstock Hydro Services Inc., and a past Director, Operations Support for Reliance Home Comfort. He is a member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario and a former member of Conestoga College's Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Program Advisory Committee.

Mr. Krill holds a MBA from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh Business School, and a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Waterloo.

 

Paul

Paul Polson, FRAIC

Senior Vice President Business Development & Community Engagement
Stuart Olson

Mr. Polson became Senior Vice President Business Development & Community Engagement in June 2014. Prior to this, Paul was Vice President of Stuart Olson Building’s Group from 2001-2014.

Paul is an Architect by profession and throughout his career has been an active contributor to the business and development sectors, having been involved in significant architectural projects across Western Canada. His extensive resume attests to his proven expertise in construction management, strategic planning, financial and business acumen.

Paul was admitted to the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s College of Fellows in 1990 and was Dean from 2005 to 2010. A strong believer in giving back to the community, Paul is currently on the Board of Directors for the Calgary Stampede, a board member for Theatre Calgary, and is a member of the Dean’s advisory council for the faculty of Environmental Design at the University of Calgary and SAIT Polytechnic.