EDMONTON, AB, Nov. 1, 2024: The PCL family of companies is excited to announce the succession transition for the position of President and Chief Executive Officer. Chris Gower has been appointed as the ninth President and CEO of PCL in its 118-year history. With nearly three decades of experience at PCL, Chris will lead the company’s office of the CEO.

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Chris previously served as Deputy CEO and before that, he was Chief Operating Officer, managing PCL’s building operations across Canada, the United States, and Australia. He has played a pivotal role in PCL’s Office of the CEO and Board of Directors, overseeing numerous landmark projects across North America and leading the company's expansion into the solar energy sector. Chris holds an executive certificate from Stanford University and is a graduate of Fanshawe College. He is also a CCA Gold Seal certified estimator and project manager and has been recognized as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 leaders.

"I am honored and proud to assume the role of President and CEO at PCL," said Chris. "Leading a company with such a rich and successful legacy is a privilege, and I extend my heartfelt thanks to Dave Filipchuk for his leadership over the past eight years. I also extend my deepest gratitude for his mentorship throughout our transition time together. Looking forward, I am filled with excitement for the journey ahead. With the unwavering commitment to excellence that defines PCL, I am confident that we are poised for even greater heights. Our talented builders across Canada, the United States, and Australia will continue to build a better future together and uphold the legacy that has defined PCL for more than a century."

Dave Filipchuk will assume the role of Chair of PCL Construction's Board of Directors on November 1, 2024, after a remarkable 40-year career with the company, including the last eight years as President and CEO. PCL expresses its gratitude to Dave for his dedicated service and exemplary leadership. Reflecting on the transition to Chris, Dave stated, "Effective succession planning is about positioning the right leaders at the right time. We prioritize succession at every level of our company, ensuring time for a smooth transition to maintain business continuity. Chris is an exceptional leader with a proven history of success, and our board looks forward to his continued commitment to excellence as he leads our growing and thriving organization."

During his tenure as CEO, Dave successfully guided PCL to record achievements and accolades. He was recently honored with the University of Alberta Canadian Business Leader Award in 2023 and the Canadian Construction Association's Pinnacle Leader Award in 2024. Additionally, he was inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering in 2024.

About PCL Construction
PCL is a group of independent construction companies operating throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, and Australia. As one of North America's largest contracting organizations, PCL completes over $7 billion USD in work annually, delivering projects that shape communities. The company's 100% employee ownership model fosters a culture of commitment to clients in the buildings, civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and solar markets. With a strategic presence in more than 30 major centers, PCL's leadership teams consistently drive innovation and set new benchmarks for excellence, bringing unparalleled skill to every project.