What's in a great team?

Site Superintendent is a serious role. Addressing project details and considering the fluid reality of a building site takes experience. And ensuring the health and safety of your team is a responsibility that only a few are cut out for. Thomas is one of them.

Thomas solves problems in motion. He has exceptional technical skills, and the patience and interest to communicate project process and building details that keep clients informed. He’s in his element on Corporate Interiors projects, but whatever the build, he’s your man on the inside.

Rest easy. Your project site is in the care of a level-headed, even-keeled, health-and-safety-focussed Site Super who takes pride in his work. The site, where the rubber hits the road, demands a ready-for-anything/prepared-to-innovate sensibility.

Gary has the professional comfort and confidence that characterize all great Site Supers. He keeps everyone on site efficient, at ease, and feeding off his work ethic. When you meet him, you’ll get it.

General Superintendent is a serious role. Addressing project details and considering the fluid reality of a building project takes experience. And ensuring the health and safety of your team is a responsibility that only a few are cut out for. Ernie is – he’s like Clint Eastwood and Macgyver rolled into one.

Ernie’s the serious, detail-oriented, experienced health and safety guru who kicked off our COR certification training (the highest level of IHSA safety certification). You know the unknown unknowns? Ernie does. Troubleshooting is his resting state, and his ability to keep projects moving smoothly puts even the most fastidious project managers at ease.

When you’re building a space that clients will love for years, the devil is in the details and that’s where Ana comes in. Ana is a master of the details. She’s our super sleuth, tracking down the perfect components for every job. Estimating isn’t just about getting the best price, it’s about the schedule, the quality, and the price. Everything has to work together to make the project come together.

Ramon has an enormous passion for learning. He can’t resist the opportunity to dig into something new and become an expert. That’s how this professional engineer ended up with a civil engineering degree, a Master’s in Health and Safety, a Project Management Professional designation, and an MBA.

With that kind of a background, it’s hardly a surprise that Ramon is a master of the details and has a paper trail for everything. What does come as a surprise is Ramon’s sense of humour; he’s also an aficionado of the dad joke.

Some people are comfortable being confronted by chaos. While it sounds masochistic to start each day expecting to organize the random, good project managers keep their composure while deftly wrangling it into submission. Adam is a good project manager.

Along with the Project Manager role’s hallmarks, strong teamwork skills, and fastidious attention to detail, he brings architectural technologist experience. Adam has a background working and modifying drawings. And we wouldn’t want to underestimate the value of his quiet sense of humour in keeping projects on pace.

Ingenuity has a great formula: Do work in a way that earns your client’s trust and your peer’s respect. Peter’s job is to scale that process. Peter is leading the design and implementation of Ingenuity’s scaling up strategy with the goal of expanding into new markets and building upon Ingenuity’s impressive growth to date. It’s a great role for someone who’s passionate about business and the integration of key business processes, people, and leadership. And Peter’s range offers our clients an advocate on our team with perspective on how a physical space might impact business areas they hadn’t considered.

Peter’s stats at a glance:

• Graduate of Queen’s School of Business with a Master of Business Administration in 2002.
• Peter has held Executive Vice President and General Manager positions across a number of industries with expertise in building and leading high-performance teams, developing and executing business plans, and leading Business to Business P&L’s.

Matthew’s interests lie in sustainable building practices and the future of construction and development. His expertise is informed by his Master of Applied Science and Engineering from the University of Toronto.

Matthew’s form of perfectionism manifests in his documentation. He found one of the few fields where he can be rewarded for exquisite attention to detail. Rather than frustrating his colleagues, architects, designers, and engineers, they appreciate the consideration he takes and the feedback he gives.

Matthew’s stats at a glance:

• Graduate of University of Toronto’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering with a Master of Applied Science degree in 2008.
• Received his LEED certified AP designation from the Green Build Council of Canada in 2009.
• Obtained his Professional Engineer Licence from the Professional Engineers of Ontario in 2012.
• 10 years of experience in the construction industry, including a comprehensive spectrum of projects in the commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors. Experienced in all facets of project management, he handles construction projects from pre-construction to the close-out process.
• As Managing Partner and Chief of Construction Operations, Matthew ensures each project schedule is managed efficiently and with a high degree of quality.

Mario brings over 30 years of technical expertise in designing and building commercial properties.

From the shape of his business to commercial and interior spaces, he takes a user-centered approach to whatever he builds. This people-first approach has also built relationships – with developers, tenants, and Trades – that result in returns for all parties. Mario is as proud of the reputation he’s built among peers and partners as he is of the spaces Ingenuity has built.

Mario’s stats at a glance:

• Graduate of George Brown College’s Architectural Technologist Program in 1990.
• Progressed into key roles during his 30-year career at various architectural and construction firms.
• Has successfully run his own architectural services firm since 1995.
• Mario was inspired to create a construction company that produces high-quality work after 22 years of observing General Contractors who cut corners.
• As CEO and founder, Mario interacts with each client to ensure their satisfaction throughout the entire construction process.

Omar has a disarming laugh that instantly puts you at ease. He’s a certified project management professional, who keeps his team on task with his contagious enthusiasm. Trained as a civil engineer in the Dominican Republic, Omar worked on the first subway line in the DR, large infrastructure projects throughout the Caribbean, and commercial buildings in Montreal and Toronto. For Omar, what excites him is creating something real and useful from a drawing; bringing a design to life is the magic of working in construction.

What do scuba diving and construction have in common? Our man Juan is passionate about both.

When you think about it, it makes sense that Juan would excel in both. Juan is a diligent planner, anticipating the unexpected and quick on his feet with a creative solution to any dilemma. Preparing in advance and communicating with all the stakeholders is what has made Juan’s projects, from condos to offices, and his dives such success stories.

Paria’s a catch. She’s got a natural gift for organization and all the technical skills you could ask for. In addition to her extensive experience in commercial remodels across North America, Paria is a trained Architectural Engineer. She has a Master’s degree in Construction Management from Concordia University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Building & Environment from Newcastle University. With an education like that, you might be inclined to think Paria is only interested in the facts and figures of construction. But that just isn’t the case. Paria’s got a passion for buildings and the craft of construction, not just the numbers. Maybe it’s because she’s an avid photographer that she likes to remind us that architecture is art.

Permitting, applications, POs, change orders, contracts, drawing packages, contact lists, trades lists, site documentation, notice of projects, and making sure everyone has the documents they need, Project Coordinators are responsible for 1001 things. They make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

How does Shanth do it? He takes it personally. No project is simply a job, it’s his project and his reputation on the line. That means he’s all in on every project, whether it’s a small office fit-out or a 13-million-dollar warehouse space. Shanth prides himself on thinking 10 steps ahead on every project, so nothing is forgotten or left to the last minute.

From the outside, pre-construction management and estimating is a numbers game, locked in a cascading series of Excel spreadsheets and deep analysis. But from the inside, estimating brings a project to life, from drawings to a detailed action plan with an exceedingly human aspect. Years of experience has taught Sam that the only way to achieve this is through deep collaboration with trade partners and clients.

Sam has built his reputation on open and honest communication between estimating and subtrades, which gives him access to the most accurate pricing from reliable tradespeople. It is a style of communication that fosters trust between all parties – Client, Constructor, and Subtrades – and allows Sam to tailor each project budget to the client’s needs.

Sam’s stats at a glance:

• Gold Seal Certificate – General Contracting, Estimator.
• Graduate of Mohawk College with a Diploma in Civil Engineer Technician.
• Over a decade of estimating leadership in the ICI sector.

Isabel is the heart of our accounting department. And we mean that in all senses of the word. Being responsible for our Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll implies that she’s central to every transaction that happens at Ingenuity. That’s a lot of responsibility, but Isabel is more than up to the task; she’s got a BBS in accounting, an MBA, and 15 years of construction accounting experience!

But what makes Isabel truly special is that she combines her impressive technical skills with people skills. It’s as easy for her to process an invoice as it is for her to welcome a new employee.

If you were to describe Peter’s approach to work in one word, it would be Determination.

When Peter started with us in 2018, he was a hardworking and quick learning Assistant Site Super. Since then, he has relentlessly put in the hours to gain the experience and skills needed to become an outstanding Site Superintendent. Despite being a super modern guy, Peter’s path to becoming a full Site Super was old school. He mastered the craft by working alongside Supers with decades of experience in the field. Peter did every task on the site until he had perfected each one; that’s when we knew he was ready to be a Site Super.

Steven’s a relationship guy. After studying Construction Engineering at George Brown, Steven went into the family business and learned first-hand what it was like to work at a construction site. Steven came away from that experience with the insight that technical skills and knowledge of the field were table stakes in construction. What makes a project succeed is the teamwork and relationships that tie all the players together. Since then, he’s sought out opportunities to work in a team environment and with excellent leaders and trade partners – an environment where he can build solid professional relationships and do great work. Steven’s happiest and does his best work when he’s part of a team that shares the same goal.

With Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) designation from CIQS and a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Md is experienced in Infrastructure and ICI Construction Estimating, having prepared and closed numerous tenders for various ICI and public sectors. Whether you’re looking for a successful bid on a project valued at $300K or $8M, Md ensures the proper scope of work is being considered and trade quotations are carefully evaluated.

When he’s not working on a detailed cost breakdown or performing an elemental cost analysis, Md enjoys playing badminton and swimming. He also loves to travel and explore new sights close to the water.

When you’re intrigued and passionate about construction, you want to work from the start to finish from the ground up. This is what excites Jacob, who has been involved in residential and industrial projects with experience in building and landscaping along with a background in Construction Engineering Technology.

In his spare time, you’d catch Jacob playing hockey or golf and coaching or mentoring the younger generation.

Change can be uncomfortable and daunting, but Mike is an expert in managing change. With a background in Civil Engineering and experience in capital expenditure management, Mike is the passionate leader that you can rely on to navigate complex, multi-disciplinary projects with a vision for achieving success. High quality and integrity are what Mike stands for.

When he’s not leading project teams, Mike enjoys both summer and winter sports. And don’t be surprised if you catch him playing guitar or piano at an open mic jam.