Our Team
Jeff Houghton
Director
Jeff Houghton is a highly networked professional with an outstanding record of leading operations for oil and gas ,wood forest product, mining, commercial and heavy industrial oil construction. Mr. Houghton is highly driven, energetic, focused leader that proactively listens to internal and external clients to comprehensively define goals and risks before developing solutions. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities coupled with strong interpersonal skills have contributed to a sustained record of growth and achievement for 25 years. An extremely positive,” nothing we can not do” approach is what earned him and his companies the leading edge in any positive and proactive approach to projects of any magnitude. He will always compile the best team, and lucrative staff to suit the needs of any project no matter how large or small.
Brendan Willey
Vice President of Corporate Growth
Brendan started his first business at the age of 16, not stopping there he founded two more companies before graduating high school. Acquiring many accolades including pitching on Season 10 of CBC’s Dragons’ Den in 2015, and speaking to crowds of 1300+ people about what it takes to be a leader in the community. Going on to found ‘Viral Creative’ aimed at providing Canadian businesses with new-age digital media solutions, securing over 6 figures in digital sales. Brendan has now transitioned into the construction industry, tying in his experience in digital marketing and management to grow a team focused on growth in aboriginal business.
Alex McIntosh
Senior Vice President of Operations US
amac@groupcontractservices.ca
VP of Business Development for USA operations. Exceptionally driven Business Development Manager that is a highly networked professional with an outstanding record of expanding operations for oil and gas and has demonstrated history of working in the mechanical or industrial engineering industry. Also manages the Tianjin, China operation that has easy access to Port of Tianjin for module assembly and load-out.
USP integrates its 25 acres lot with 68,000 m2 indoor fabrication shop space, a clean-room for skid assembly, four climate-controlled paint booths, and 30,000 m2 concrete lay down area. that gives North America options for large fabrication projects.
Todd W. Shapka
Director of Fabrication and Structural Steel ~ Member of the Métis Nations of Alberta
Todd started his entrepreneurship at the age of 13 years old working with the Indigenous Communities across the Western Canadian provinces. He has also successfully built two separate businesses and is a third generation B pressure welder, starting his career at the young age of 17 years old. Todd has a keen eye as an inventor and has Patented his own invention. Todd brings his extensive experience to the team with over 33 years in the field and shop Fabrication. From Pipelines to, Piping systems, Drilling completions, Restorations of existing piping and structural systems, Commercial projects, and all aspects of the Oil and Gas Industry.
Todd has a superior attention to detail and his considerable experience is exceptional. His ability to accommodate every aspect of his jobs from start to finish with client satisfaction. It is extremely important to him to work with the indigenous communities, to help provide them with assurance, knowledge, and good relations. Todd has recently won the Consumers Choice award in the category of Welding for 2021 in Central Alberta. Todd is driven by his passion to deliver outstanding work.
Tara Funk
VP Human Resources
tfunk@groupcontractservices.ca
Exceptional, Driven Human Resources expert that has worked in the industrial construction and oil and gas sector for the past 10 years with a specialty in personnel resources and business development. Worked on improvement and innovation within payroll, invoicing, site administration, project management, operations management, collections, and recruitment of talent. Driven to make a difference in this industry not only for her employer but for the employees. Tara quickly advances because she is not only capable but creative as well. She brings an unique touch to any company she is with. She holds a diploma in criminology and is currently completing her BA in Psychology.
Whitney Yang
Senior Vice President of Estimating
wyang@groupcontractservices.ca
An exceptional leader in estimating. Whitney is a Master Planner of your organization, innate ability to focus on the big picture, while identify critical details, allowing to get credible and reliable estimates. A proven record of helping companies she is with to be financially successful with her high integrity in being diligent to maintain an excellent project track record.
Shauna Siwoski
Lead Business Development ~ Western Canada
ssiwoski@groupcontractservices.ca
A proven highly networked professional with a exceptional drive and ambition to succeed. Oversees the Business Development in Western Canada lower mainland. Focused on mainly sawmill construction, Pulp mills, aggregate, food processing, mining as well Oil & Gas.
Clarice Dias
Lead Business Development / Customer Satisfaction ~ Western USA and Canada
cdias@groupcontractservices.ca
A proven highly networked professional with a exceptional drive and ambition to succeed in this industry. Out going personality that brings the team together. Oversees the Business Development in Western Canada and USA. Focused on mainly sawmill construction, Pulp mills, aggregate, food processing, mining as well Oil & Gas.
Brenda Giraldo
Executive Assistant to the CEO ~ Corporate Alliances ~ Canada, USA & South America
bgiraldo@group-2020.com
A proven highly networked professional with a exceptional drive and ambition to succeed in this industry. Out going personality that brings the team together. A business education degree and an eye for opportunity makes Brenda a huge asset for our company. Brenda Oversees the Business Development in Latin America and USA. Focused on mainly Industrial construction and maintenance contracts.
Grace Wilhite
Business Development / Customer Satisfaction - North Central USA-Manager at Group Contract Services Inc
gwilhite@groupcontractservices.ca
Grace is exceptionally knowledgeable in the oil & gas industry knowing the Central USA geographic areas. Grace is a proven highly networked professional with a exceptional drive and ambition to succeed in this industry. Out going personality that brings the team together. Oversees the Business Development in Central USA. Focused on mainly Oil & gas maintenance & construction, chemical plants, aggregate, food processing, and mining.
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