Leaders 2008

A Message from the V.P. and General Manager of Reed Construction Data, Canada

Years from now, 2008 will be remembered as one of the most interesting and volatile economic periods in Canadian history. Now, as we in the business community look ahead to 2009, we do so with tremendous anxiety about what lies ahead for Canada’s construction economy.

Founder’s building blocks set stage for PCL to flourish

Contracting is an interesting and risky business and for success over long term requires strict adherence to sound basic principles.

Survey: A snapshot of Canada at work

We asked, and you responded. For the first of what will become an annual event, Reed Construction Data reached out to the leaders of more than 300 general contracting firms across Canada to gather views and opinions on a few key topics impacting the industry. More than 200 of you responded to some or all of our questions. On this page, you will find a summary of some of the key topics we asked about.

Entrepreneurial leadership gives Clark Builders competitive edge

When Clark Builders opened its doors in Yellowknife almost 35 years ago, it set a standard for the company’s operations into the next millennium.

Giffels carefully manages its evolution

For a construction company, knowing the market is an obvious asset. But an intimate knowledge of one’s own capability is an asset often overlooked.