Larry
Bowie, PQS, President, CEO.
Larry
has over thirty years of experience running his own company
in the exterior building restoration field serving the Greater
Toronto and Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario. He is involved
with all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the business.
His
past industrial accomplishments include being a founding director
of the Caulking Contractors Association of Ontario (CCAO) and
held the presidency position twice. Larry was chairperson of
numerous CCAO teams; most notably, the specification, warranty
& maintenance committees. He contributed in the publication
of CGSB 51-GP-42MP a "Handbook on Insulating Homes for
Energy Conservation".
Larry
currently is a registered "Professional Quantity Surveyor"
in good standing with both the "Canadian Institute of Quantity
Surveyors" and the "Ontario Institute of Quantity
Surveyors". He is also a "Canadian General Standards
Board Senior Estimator".
Larry
continues to represent Bowie Contracting at many associations.
Craig
Bowie, CEC, Vice President
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
does. After working his way up to Project Supervisor, he was
brought into the estimating department where his hands-on experience
has proven invaluable. His duties include estimating, pricing,
job costing, billing, scheduling of jobs and co-ordination.
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 current board
member with “Sealant and Waterproofing Association (SWAO)”
and also a Past President of the SWAO. He is 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, Project Principal, Vice President
Keith
has accumulated over 25 years experience in building restoration
covering every aspect of the building envelope. 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
sits on the ULC 716.2 committee which is: “Standard for
Installation of Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems”
as well as the; CSA Z271 committee which is the: “Safety
Code for Suspended Platforms”. Keith also is on the technical
committee for the EIFS Council of Canada as well as the Building
& Concrete Restoration Associations’ Health & Safety
Task Force.
When
not at work, you’ll usually find Keith and his family at
a motocross track where
he still races competitively (with the broken bones to prove
it), when not doing that you’ll likely find him on the
water in his Bass boat hunting for the “big one”.
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.
Carolyn,
Administrative Assistant
A
good fit for the office environment is what Bowie Contracting
found when they added Carolyn as the administrative assistant
in May 2009. While her main responsibilities include weekly
payroll, A/P entry and job costing reports, Kathy is always
finding more ways to draw upon her over six years’ QuickBooks
experience to assist with the daily administrative tasks. As
a university and college graduate with over 15 years’ experience
in various office settings, the Bowie team encourages Carolyn
to find new and creative ways to use her capabilities to support
management.
When
not at home minding the “treehouse” with her husband,
Joey, this active mother of two enjoys running, kettlebell workouts,
yoga and reading.
Dave
Irwin, Health & Safety
Dave
joined Bowie in November, 2009. Previously, Dave performed various
Health and Safety roles for companies like GM, Toyota, Lafarge
NA, and Goodyear. Having worked in Health and Safety for more
than 10 years now, Dave is well versed in all aspects of Health
and Safety Management. Currently, Dave is working towards his
CRSP designation and updating his H&S education by attending
courses at Ryerson University. Dave is a specialist in Fall
Protection and Confined Space Entry. He is a certified trainer
in Fall Protection, Suspended Access Equipment, WHMIS, Fork
Lift, Aerial Lifts, TDG, and Respirator Fit Testing. Dave has
attended many courses at the IHSA (CSAO) including, Propane
in Construction, Asbestos in Construction, and Construction
Hazard Awareness. Dave manages all aspects of Health and Safety
at Bowie including program development, program management,
WSIB claims management and our Safe and Early RTW program.
Personally,
Dave is married to his lovely wife Stacey and is the very proud
father of his daughter Addison and Ainsley. Dave enjoys golfing,
camping and motorcycling.
