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Chris Gower started his career in construction on the tools – framinghouses, where he grew a deep appreciation for the trades. Prior to hiscurrent role as COO, Buildings Chris held positions includingconstruction risk manager, senior project manager, district managerand regional vice president. Throughout his more than 25 years at PCL,he has delivered iconic construction projects across Canada, Australiaand the United States. As a member of PCL’s Office of the CEO andboard of directors, Chris leads a creative team of solution providerswho innovatively address construction challenges. He is responsiblefor the performance of the organization’s Buildings operations acrossthe globe.

Chris initiated and led PCL’s entrance into the solar business,including the pursuit and award of our first project in Australia. Heprovides leadership over many in-house-developed technologies,including the groundbreaking Job Site Insights®, an IoT Smartconstruction platform that drives efficiency while increasing safety,productivity and quality. Chris is recognized as an industry leader inconstruction technology and continues to champion innovation acrossthe organization.

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As president and chief executive officer, Dave is responsible for alloperations within the PCL family of companies. Dave leads PCL's Officeof the CEO, a group that includes the top senior executive managementand leadership of PCL. Before becoming president and CEO, Dave heldthe position of deputy chief executive officer, and before that waspresident and COO, Canadian and Australian Operations.

Dave joined PCL Edmonton in 1984 as a field engineer and, followingseveral project assignments in both Canada and the United States,settled in Calgary as a construction manager in 1997. He was appointedCalgary district manager in 2004 and regional vice president, WesternCanadian Buildings, in 2008.

With over 35 years of construction industry experience, Davepossesses a wealth of knowledge of both PCL and the constructionindustry. His relentless focus on PCL's future, along with supportingand developing our people, showcase his leadership mindset andcommitment to building lasting legacies.

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With a master carpenter grandfather and a father who owned his ownconstruction company, building is in Deron Brown’s blood. He began hiscareer as a laborer and has since worked in almost every role in theindustry, including superintendent, project manager, manager ofSpecial Projects and district manager. Deron now leads PCL’s strategicdirection for commercial buildings and civil infrastructure whileproviding corporate oversight. As a member of PCL’s Office of the CEOand board of directors, he leverages his more than 30 years ofexperience to elevate clients’ visions of success.

As technology and innovation continue to revolutionize theconstruction industry, Deron is at the forefront of PCL’s investmentin and creation of new construction innovations that make us a betterpartner, employer and community member. He is passionate about sharingthese innovations and best practices to push PCL and the industry forward.

Deron strongly believes in the importance of relationships and worksdiligently to understand PCL’s clients and employees. His focus onbuilding and maintaining these relationships through honesty andintegrity position PCL as a partner and employer of choice.

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Gordon Stephenson, a chartered accountant, joined PCL in 2000 as vicepresident, Finance and Administration after previously spending 15years with KPMG in Edmonton, Alberta, where he advanced through theorganization ultimately becoming partner in 1997. In 2005 he wasappointed vice president, corporate finance for PCL, withresponsibility for global accounting, tax, treasury management,financial reporting and financial business system activities of PCL.In 2017, Gord joined PCL’s Board of Directors, responsible for thecompany’s operating results and in 2019, was appointed chief financialofficer, joining the office of the CEO.

Possessing a strong leadership mentality, Gordon has made significantcontributions to PCL’s finance team over the past two decades. Hisfinancial acumen, industry knowledge and company experience allow himto provide a strategic financial vision for the future of PCL.

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Mike Wieninger, chief operating officer, Canadian Operations, isresponsible for PCL’s Buildings and Civil operations across allprovinces. Mike Wieninger began his PCL career in Calgary, Alberta,Canada, in 1996 as an estimator. His career quickly progressed withMike holding numerous senior-level roles in Calgary, Edmonton andToronto. Prior to his current role as COO, Mike was most recentlyexecutive vice president, Canadian Buildings, and senior vicepresident / district manager for Toronto.

In 2016, Mike joined PCL’s Office of the CEO, bringing with him over25 years of experience in the construction industry while makingsignificant contributions to the execution of several high-profileprojects across Canada. Mike’s passion is building successful outcomesfor PCL’s clients while influencing a culture of innovation thatpushes the Canadian operations forward.

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Beginning his career with a certification as a journeyman plumberpipefitter before obtaining a degree in mechanical engineering fromthe University of Alberta, Roger Keglowitsch joined PCL in 1992 as afield engineer. Since then he has advanced from project manager toconstruction manager to vice president and senior vice president. In2013, Roger was appointed to PCL’s Board of Directors and in 2017, hewas appointed chief operating officer for PCL’s Heavy Industrialdivision, overseeing operations across North America.

Over the course of his career, Roger has led some of PCL’s mostsignificant projects and worked with clients across a variety ofindustrial sectors including power, oil and gas, petrochemical andmining. From planning to site fabrication to execution and ongoingmaintenance, Roger, along with the entire heavy industrial group,promises clients a fully tailorable project solution.

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Los Angeles, CA (October 11, 2018) – PCL Construction Services, Inc. recently named Cathy Orquiola as vice president and district manager of the company’s California Buildings division where she will oversee all operations throughout California including Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County.

Cathy first joined PCL in 1998 as assistant project manager in Orlando and returned to PCL in 2015 as director, Corporate Development. Prior to returning to PCL, Cathy rose through the ranks and became vice president, operations manager of an international construction firm, overseeing all southeast projects from Savannah, Georgia, to Puerto Rico. In January of 2017, Cathy was promoted to district manager of California Buildings. Cathy was recently recognized by theLos Angeles Business Journalas one of the 500 Most Influential People in Los Angeles.

“We are lucky to have Cathy in our corner,” said Deron Brown, PCL’s executive vice president. “Her dedication to the construction industry, enthusiasm for developing employees, and willingness to think outside of the box has led to many great successes, and no doubt, many more to come.”

Cathy graduated from the Florida Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. She is actively involved in the United Way and Make-a-Wish Foundation and is currently a board member for the ACE Mentor program.

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(562) 278-3190 (562) 317-0025

(562) 278-3190 (562) 317-0025

(562) 278-3190 (562) 317-0025

(562) 278-3190 (562) 317-0025

(562) 278-3190 (562) 317-0025