Entrepreneurial-owned
Our culture is deeply rooted in our entrepreneurial spirit. Fueled by innovation, we are always looking to the future and working to propel our business to the next level.
Fast-paced work environment
As an industry leader doing work all throughout North America, we always have to be ready for what's next. Our ability to be agile, proactive and flexible is vital to our success and the success of our clients.
Grow from within
We empower our employees to take charge of their career and work to provide opportunities for growth and advancement along the way.
People development
We believe that you can accomplish as much as you're willing to work for. If you're passionate about professional development, we are unwavering in our support to help you get wherever you want to go.
Our Leadership Team
Jason Spencer
President
Jason was appointed President of Durisol, bringing with him more than three decades of precast industry knowledge...
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Jason Spencer
President
Jason Spencer was recently appointed President of Durisol, bringing with him more than three decades of precast industry knowledge and expertise. He began his career as a student working in the yard and went on to serve in several capacities such as quality control, sales, marketing and VP/General Manager. Jason has served on several committees such as the Canadian Concrete Pipe & Precast Association, the Ontario Concrete Pipe Association and the Canadian precast Concrete Quality Assurance (CPCQA) among others.His industry experience, ability to connect people in the business community, client centricity and focus on the power of improving customer experience in little ways over time will make him a valuable leader to Durisol.
Starting with supporting our internal team to reach their full potential and structuring the business to find efficiencies that make it easier to do business with us are among his priorities.
With help from his senior leadership team, he works to effectively communicate the organizations’ strategic plans to employees at all levels, ensuring the short-term and big picture goals are understood by each team member.
“I get to do what I like in an industry that I enjoy surrounded by a talented team of people. There is always something different to tackle every day and that motivates me.”
When he’s not spending time with his family he enjoys fishing, golfing and catching a hockey game.
Rob Sinasac
Director of Operations, Canada
Rob joined Durisol in 2019 as Controller before moving into his current role as Director of Operations in Canada...
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Rob Sinasac
Director of Operations, Canada
Rob joined Durisol in 2019 as Controller before moving into his current role as Director of Operations in Canada. Prior to joining Durisol, Rob spent more than a decade working for a steel company giving him a wealth of industry knowledge and instilling a strong customer-focused approach to his work.
His present responsibilities include managing both the Canadian sales and project management teams. He leads the Canadian sales team in telling Durisol’s story and championing business development. This team is responsible for reaching, engaging and converting prospects into customers by influencing, educating and building relationships with key decision makers.
Rob also oversees the Canadian project management team in the execution of contracts. This team works to ensure the success of our projects and business by delivering on our promise to provide unique, turnkey products and services.
“There is a lot of excitement within the project management and construction world – always something happening, always another surprise around the corner. I thrive on that excitement and the opportunity to find unique solutions to satisfy our customers.”
As a father of two, his down time tends to include a lot of vacuuming, laundry and dishes. Much like his role at Durisol, he knows what is needed to keep the household fully-operational. The rest of the time is spent soaking up time with his wife and two young kids.
Michael Pruden
Director of Operations, U.S.
Michael joined Durisol in 2013 bringing more than 20 years of experience in technical sales with him...
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Michael Pruden
Director of Operations, U.S.
Michael joined Durisol in 2013 bringing more than 20 years of experience in technical sales with him. In his current role as Director of Operations in the U.S., he leads his team in our continued efforts to increase Durisol’s presence in the U.S. His goal is to establish Durisol as the leader in the noise barrier industry throughout North America.
“Durisol really has an amazing team of people that makes us second to none. We are about servicing our customers to the fullest extent possible, taking the smallest or largest project from concept to completion”
An avid outdoorsman, Michael enjoys fishing, hunting, backpacking and camping. When not traversing the great outdoors, you will find him traveling and spending time with friends and family.
Boris Karanfilovski
Director of Engineering
Boris joined Durisol in 2009 as a structural engineer, responsible for noise and retaining wall design and engineering...
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Boris Karanfilovski
Director of Engineering
Boris joined Durisol in 2009 as a structural engineer, responsible for noise and retaining wall design and engineering. In 2011 he decided to pursue his career elsewhere but returned to Durisol in 2020 where he now serves as the Director of Engineering. He leads a team of 15 designers and engineers in the exploration of possibilities and solutions that will enhance design, increase efficiency and be more cost-effective for the business and the client.
Boris is passionate about the customer experience, unwavering in his commitment to ensure all requirements are met and expectations exceeded. He and his team work to show that Durisol is more than just the supplier, but also a trusted advisor throughout the project development process.
“Everything we do, we do with our client in mind. We will adjust literally ever parameter, every input and every output just to meet their needs.”
Spending time with family and friends is a priority for Boris. When he’s not entertaining guests, he enjoys hiking and traveling.
Gary Hart
Director of Project Management
With a customer-centric approach, Gary is unwavering in his desire to ensure his team has what they need to provide clients with the best possible solution, price and experience....
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Gary Hart
Director of Project Management, U.S.
Gary joined Durisol in 2020 and brought with him more than 20 years of experience in the physical security industry. He joined our organization as a Senior Project Manager before being promoted to his current role, Director of U.S. Project Management. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing his team in the execution of contracts in the States.
As we continue to grow our U.S. footprint, Gary is focused on putting vision and strategy in place for the U.S. Project Management (PM) team. He is working to streamline processes and create consistencies in procedures, benefiting the workflow of not only his immediate team but business operations as a whole. With a customer-centric approach, Gary is unwavering in his desire to ensure his team has what they need to provide clients with the best possible solution, price and experience.
“Everything Durisol does is rooted in integrity – we do our job, we tell the truth and we take care of our customers. When we make mistakes, we own them, and we make it right...always. Even if the customer makes the mistake, we help them fix it. We aren’t just a supplier; we are a partner, and we have a real desire for our customers to consider us part of their team.
If a client walks away from a project without feeling like Durisol took care of them and their problems, then we didn’t do our job. We take care of our customers even at our own expense.”
Outside of work, Gary enjoys spending time with his three children, playing golf and catching the latest soccer game with friends.
Pedro Fernandes
Chief Estimator
Pedro joined Durisol in 2008 as the first and only Estimator, bringing with him more than 20 years of estimating experience in the chemical, utility and automotive industries, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. ...
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Pedro Fernandes
Chief Estimator
Pedro joined Durisol in 2008 as the first and only Estimator, bringing with him more than 20 years of estimating experience in the chemical, utility and automotive industries, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Originally tasked with standardizing our estimating procedures, Pedro developed what is now Durisol’s estimating tool and grew the department from the ground up. He currently leads his team in managing bid activities, generating product take-offs, producing cost estimates, and drafting proposals.
“I am of the belief that quality should never be compromised. Each estimate that comes out of our department is better than the last one from a degree of accuracy and consistency. That’s my biggest thing.”
Collaboration is vital to Pedro’s role as he must work closely with all of our departments throughout the bidding process. In the preliminary stages, he works closely with both the sales team to meet customer requirements and the design & engineering team in support of design development. Together with lead draftsperson, they reference past projects for comparison, consult with the manufacturing teams to determine customization, and establish standard item costing jointly with the finance team.
“We offer so many new solutions giving our clients the opportunity for one-stop shopping. We work together with our clients to offer them everything they need, circumventing the need to go to several vendors. In addition, we have an experienced in-house engineering team instilling confidence that the solution we are providing will work.”
Pedro and his wife have been married for 25 years and have four children, four grandchildren and one very enthusiastic mixed breed terrier. In his down time, he enjoys long distance running, cycling, reading, and staying active outdoors.
Heather Scriver
Director of Marketing & Communications
Heather joined the Durisol team in 2020, bringing with her 13-years of experience in Marketing and Communications, primarily in the construction field...
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Heather Scriver
Marketing Manager
Heather joined the Durisol team in 2020, bringing with her 13-years of experience in Marketing and Communications, primarily in the construction field.
Heather leads a small but impactful team tasked with setting the strategic marketing plan. She oversees the implementation of all marketing programs, management of the ongoing brand transformation, and execution through engaging communications strategies.
A creative strategist at heart, Heather strives for ways to improve the customer experience for our partners in meaningful ways and tell authentic brand stories that are “right in front of us, and we just need to go out and get it. There is always a story waiting to be told!”
She believes in being the change instead of waiting for it and leading by example. “If you do great work, that will set a new standard and bring everyone together to do great work too.”
Perhaps the most important role she has is being a model for her daughter. She is also passionate about diversity and inclusion, specifically women in construction, and works to make it part of everyday conversations.
Kim Greenland
Human Resource Manager
Kim Greenland recently joined the Durisol team as the Human Resource Manager. A leader in her field, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge having more than 16 years...
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Kim Greenland
Human Resource Manager
Kim Greenland recently joined the Durisol team as the Human Resource Manager. A leader in her field, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge having more than 16 years of diverse experience in food manufacturing, automotive, financial and nuclear industries. Her passion for employee relations resonates throughout her work as she leads initiatives that support employees to reach their full potential in the workplace.
Kim and the HR team are leading the charge to increase awareness surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and strengthening our people-first initiatives and promoting transparency with internal communications.
“The Durisol culture is deeply rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit, we’re a hard-working, nose-to-the-ground group. My goal is to empower our employees to take charge of their career and provide support to help them get wherever they want to go.”
When Kim isn’t building relationships within the Durisol office and site locations, she is off travelling the world, making friends wherever she goes. A lover of dogs, golf and the Buffalo Bills, Kim is a born and raised Hamiltonian who is a huge fan of her community.