Field Operations Advisor, Whelan Construction Westcoast Inc.
John spent 20 years working with one of the top construction companies in North America on several projects, including Surrey Memorial Hospital’s underground support link, BCIT’s underground infrastructure upgrade, BCIT’s theater upgrade, and the BC Hydro program. He also assisted with the pre-construction of BC Women’s and Children Ambulatory Care Center and the McLoughlin Point Wastewater Sewage Treatment Plant. At Whelan, John provides mentorship and coaching to our field staff, sharing his extensive 25+ years of experience with them and consulting on all aspects of the construction field, from planning and scheduling to safety and quality assurance. His knowledge-sharing is instrumental in accelerating the development of Whelan’s field leaders and instilling best practices to reduce risk and improve project outcomes.