Craig
Bowie, CEO
Craig
became an integral part of the team in the early 90's and has
experience in all aspects of the business. He began working
in the field operations apprenticing in every trade Bowie Contracting
performs. After working his way up to Project Supervisor, he
was brought into the Estimating Department where his hands-on
experience was proven invaluable to his duties which included
estimating, pricing, job costing, billing, and scheduling of
jobs and co-ordination.
In
April of 2013 after Larry Bowie's retirement Craig along with
his brother Keith assumed the leadership role at the helm of
Bowie Contracting.
He
has completed the Construction Estimating program at George
Brown College of Applied Arts & Technology obtaining his
CEC.
Craig
is currently on the board of directors with the "Building
and Concrete Association (B&CRAO)" and a past director
with the "Sealant and Waterproofing Association (SWAO)"
and is also a Past President of the SWAO. He is also a past
Director of the Ontario Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
Craig's
true passion is soccer and you can usually find him pacing the
sidelines at his kid's games or donning the cleats himself for
one of his two competitive teams. Craig is also an avid fisherman
and likes to tackle the water from boat, kayak or float tube.
His proudest catch was a monster
Musky caught in the Niagara River with his brother, Keith
and good friend Bruno Aletto.
Keith
Bowie, CHSO, President
2014
marks 30 years that Keith has been involved in the building
restoration sector covering every aspect of the building envelope
to say the least. Starting as a young apprentice and learning
from some of the best trades’ people this industry has
ever seen, Keith quickly worked his way through the ranks and
actively contributes to all levels of the company.
Keith
has recently obtained his Construction Health & Safety Officer
designation and is actively working alongside other health &
safety professionals in order to provide safer workplaces. At
present, Keith sits on the board of directors for the Exterior
Insulation Finish Systems Council of Canada (ECC)
as well as being a part of their Technical Committee. He is
also involved with The Building & Concrete Restoration Associations’
Health & Safety Task Force who at this time are working
feverishly with other industry stakeholders and proposing changes
to the Occupational Health & Safety Act & Regulations
for Construction Projects pertaining suspended access equipment.
Keith is a past member of the ULC 716.2 committee which is a
standard developed for the Installation of Exterior Insulation
& Finish Systems as well as a past member
of the CSA Z271 committee which is the Safety Code for Suspended
Platforms.
When
not at work, you’ll usually find Keith either fishing or
somewhere in the woods on an ATV with a chain saw or on his
dirt bike where he still on occasion participates in races,
Keith is an active member in the off-road community with organizations
such as OCMC, OFF-ROAD ONTARIO, Burnt River Off-Road Vehicle
Facility to name a few!
Kathy
Bowie, Office Administrator, Secretary/Treasurer
Kathy
has over thirty years of experience handling all aspects of
office administration. Her responsibilities include; weekly
payroll, accounts receivable/ payable, banking, bookkeeping
and is the company's liaison with the accountant, bank manager
and government.
Kathy is an integral part of job costing and job monitoring.
She is fundamental in producing inventory control and cash flow
reports.
Kevin
Dyke, Field Superintendent
Kevin
has over eighteen years of experience as a tradesman in construction
restoration and is an integral part of the field operations.
He
has evolved from journeyman status to Field Superintendent.
His responsibilities include supervision of on site personnel,
co-ordination with Production Management scheduling jobs, ordering
material and equipment as well as being the company's liaison
with the consulting engineer's on site representatives.
Ben
Adams, Project Manager / Site Supervisor
Ben
has been in construction management since 1998. Ben joined our
firm in December 2006 and is currently involved in project management,
supervised planning and scheduling, budget/cost control, contract,
quality control, and sub-contractor management.
Ben
is a graduate of George Brown College where he majored in “Construction
Engineering Management Technologist”. During his time at
George Brown, Ben, won the award for; ‘Outstanding Professional
Conduct During the Bidding Process’ which was given to
him by the OIQS. Ben also obtained the award for; ‘Academic
Proficiency in Construction Management’ presented from
the “Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA).
Bens
credentials and affiliations include, but are not limited to;
Construction Safety Association, Ontario Safety Supervisor,
Training Specialist in Construction Health & Safety, Training
in Fall Protection.
Ben
is still known to frequent the odd dance hall where his finger
jive has everyone in awe; we think he may just be the next champ
on “Dancing with the Stars”
Jason
Biagi, Estimator / Project Manager
Jason
joined the Bowie team in January, 2010. Jason works very closely
with Vice President Craig Bowie creating a unique synergy. When
estimating Jason's pencil is sharp and don't think our competitors
haven't noticed! Jason prides himself on the ability to make
his projects run smooth, complete both on time and on budget.
Jason
comes from a long line of builders and construction professionals.
Jason started working in the field in his teens. From 1990 to
Feb, 2010 Jason worked his way through the ranks of his father's
company; Fairway Restoration, where he and his older brother,
Anthony, learned the industry from the ground up. Both Jason's
father Richard and brother Anthony have joined the Bowie team
along with other key staff from Fairway Restoration. This union
has broadened Bowie's capabilities, blending successful thinkers
and complementary skills together.
After
gaining a wealth of experience in the field Jason continued
his academic education at George Brown College taking industry
specific courses including the full suite of construction estimating.
Whether its project management, planning and scheduling, cost
management, or quality control Jason has the skill set in his
tool box.
Jason
is an avid kayaker and angler, his
love of the outdoors is tempered by the life long passion for
woodworking and mechanical model building.
Julie Stuart,
Administrative Assistant
One of the newest members of the team, Julie joined Bowie in April 2015. Her main responsibilities include; weekly payroll, accounts payable, data entry, job costing and other administrative tasks as requested by Kathy.
Julie enjoys playing competitive darts, the outdoors and has a passion for cooking when she is not at work.
