Leadership
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Tom was named president of Western Pacific in 2022 and is responsible for guiding the company’s strategic growth and well-being and developing industry talent in safe working environments. Before becoming president, he was regional vice president supervising the performance and advancement of operations in Western Canada. He originally joined WPE in 1990 as an apprentice, developing his skills in the trade before leaving in 1996 to pursue major transportation projects worldwide. In 2013, he returned to WPE as transportation division manager before advancing to regional vice president. 

With more than 30 years of electrical construction experience, Tom has vast expertise in management, operations, and developing strong client relations. He is a Red Seal Electrician and a licensed Class A Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR). He received a business management and marketing diploma from Capilano University in North Vancouver and studied science at The University of British Columbia.

Derek was promoted to vice president in 2021 and was named regional vice president in 2024. He joined WPE in 1997 as an apprentice, progressing through his career by managing a diverse range of commercial, industrial, and utility projects. Throughout his tenure, Derek has acquired vast expertise in project management, estimating and cost controls, and developing long-lasting client relations. 

Sharing his more than 25 years of electrical construction experience, Derek serves on the board of directors for two industry organizations: the Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia and the Vancouver Regional Construction Association. He holds master electrician and project management licenses from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, is Professional Gold Seal Certified (PGSC), a Red Seal Security Installer and Electrician, Crane Safe certified and has undergone electrical trades training at the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

Shawn joined WPE in 2005 as an electrical apprentice and quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming operations manager in 2018. In 2021, he was promoted to district manager then vice president in 2024. He leads a team of operations managers, project managers, project coordinators, project engineers, construction managers, and superintendents to successfully deliver high-voltage, industrial, institutional, and commercial projects across Western Canada. 

With more than 20 years of experience in the electrical construction industry, Shawn is expertly skilled in project management, EPC project delivery, design and engineering management, and procurement of industrial and high-voltage projects. His education includes Project Management Professional (PMP), Professional Gold Seal Project Management (PGSC), Crane Operator certifications, a Red Seal Electrician license, and electrical trades training at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Shawn also supports the industry as co-chair of the ITA Construction & Heavy Construction Sector Advisory Group and is a Western Jets Board of Directors member.

Gary has been a district manager for Western Pacific since 2019 and was named vice president in 2024. He leads a team of operations managers, project managers, project coordinators, project engineers, construction managers, and superintendents to successfully deliver design-build, transportation, healthcare, WWTP, and commercial projects across Western Canada. He came to WPE in 1995 as a journeyman. Since then, he has held roles of increasing responsibility, including foreman, superintendent, substation and utility project manager, and operations manager. 

With more than 30 years of electrical construction experience, Gary is highly skilled in project management, operations, budgeting, and cost controls. He takes pride in developing strong client relations throughout the lifecycle of each project. Gary holds a Red Seal Electrician license and has completed supervision and leadership training programs as well as various equipment and safety certifications.

Robert joined WPE in 2023 to oversee our health care division as district manager for major hospital projects that presently include Vancouver’s new St. Paul’s Hospital, the redevelopment of the Cariboo Memorial Hospital in Williams Lake, and the new Dawson Creek and District Hospital.

Robert brings more than 30 years of electrical construction experience to his role with Western Pacific. He completed his electrical trade certification in the UK, prior to emigrating to Canada in 2004. As project director for Plan Group Inc., he managed the electrical construction team for the new Grande Prairie Regional Health Centre, a 750,000 sq. ft. acute care facility. In 2019, he relocated to Vancouver to assume the role of Director for the BC Region of Plan Group. Over the past three years, Robert served as a member of the board of directors for the Electrical Contractors Association of BC (ECABC).

Dave joined WPE in 2019 as a project manager, where he demonstrated well-honed leadership skills as electrical project manager for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. Dave was promoted to business development and estimating manager in 2023, leading efforts to explore new business opportunities and project pursuits.

With more than 25 years of experience in the electrical construction industry, Dave provides expertise in project management, estimating, scheduling, and budget and cost control. His education includes Project Management Professional (PMP), Red Seal Electrician license, and Professional Gold Seal certification. Dave has also trained in Electrical Estimating and Electrical Site Supervision with the Construction Safety Association of Ontario (CSAO), Construction Law with Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA), and Project Management Levels 1 and 2 with the Canadian Construction Association (CCA).

Mike joined WPE in 2002 as an electrical apprentice, quickly progressing through the ranks before becoming operations manager in 2018. Mike was promoted to district manager in 2023, where he oversees special projects and WPE’s service division. He leads a team of project managers and large site crews, whose service areas include transportation, institutional maintenance, healthcare, electric vehicle charging station installations, and more.

With more than 34 years of experience in the electrical construction industry, Mike is expertly skilled in project management, EV infrastructure, substations and utilities, commercial and institutional projects, and special project management. His education includes Interprovincial Red Seal Electrician license, FSR A Master Electrician license, and Supervisor Training in Accident Reduction Techniques. Mike has managed notable projects such as BC Hydro’s province-wide Revenue Assurance Program, electrical services for Simon Fraser University’s Burnaby campus, and systemwide ATCS support for Thales on Metro Vancouver’s SkyTrain system, all ongoing, long-term client contracts.

Darcy’s journey at WPE began in 2002 as an electrical pre-apprentice. He obtained his Red Seal journey in 2009 and steadily climbed the ranks to become an estimator/project manager in 2014, and later an operations manager. His leadership led to his promotion as district manager in 2024.

With more than 22 years of industry experience, Darcy excels in project management, estimation, and overseeing new construction and tenant fit-out. Among his achievements is leading the tenant fit-out for Amazon’s 1 million sq. ft. office space in The Post’s twin towers and the historic Canada Post building redevelopment in downtown Vancouver. Darcy has also contributed to the ECABC Education & Training Committee.

Robert joined Western Pacific in 2021 as an electrical estimator. He quickly recognized the opportunity for growth in the Alberta market and in 2022 he relocated to WPE’s Edmonton office as operations manager. Promoted to Alberta division manager in 2024, Robert has built a strong team focused on developing the commercial, infrastructure, and transportation markets for WPE.

With nearly 20 years of experience in the electrical construction industry, Robert has strong skill sets in project supervision, management, and estimating. He has overseen a wide variety of projects from commercial to industrial and has a passion for infrastructure and transportation projects. Robert strongly believes that every project starts with a detailed estimate and a solid execution plan to provide a stable foundation for success.

Emily is a senior safety leader with a proven track record in strategic health, public safety, emergency management, security, and human resource management. Over the past 19 years, she has gained valuable experience in a variety of industries including oil and gas, mining, utilities, construction, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, retail and heavy-duty equipment. Emily joined WPE in 2024 after a successful senior management career as environment, health & safety manager with Pacific Northern Gas Ltd., Finning International, Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment and Russel Metals.

Emily holds professional designations as a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), Certified Health & Safety Consultant (CHSC), Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), and Construction Safety Specialist (CSS). She is also a member of the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals, and the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Kwantlen Polytechnical University. With a passion for helping people, ongoing improvement, and operational excellence, Emily is a proven leader for our award-winning safety team.

A Chartered Professional Accountant, Raj has enjoyed a successful 20-year career in accounting and finance. As Western Pacific’s controller since 2023, Raj oversees all accounting operations for revenue management, internal controls and reporting. She has expert skills in planning and forecasting for financial health evaluations, financial policy modifications for efficiencies, and is well versed in systems that include Oracle, JD Edwards and Hyperion.  Raj leads a team of ten+ employees in payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and administration.

Prior to joining WPE’s executive branch, Raj managed a team of 12 accountants while at PCL Construction. She was responsible for monthly operations reporting and month end closing procedures, as well as forecasting and budgeting, and contract review and negotiations.