Ed Mocnik - President

As President of EJM Construction Management Inc., Ed is actively involved in the company’s day-to-day operations by directing all aspects of project administration, overseeing client development and liaison and developing and implementing the organization’s long term strategic plan.

Ed is a graduate of the Construction Management program from Douglas College and also studied in the Business Administration program at Kwantlen College and the Construction Management Degree program at BCIT. As well, he has been certified as an Aging In Place Specialist. Ed’s experience of over 20 years ranges from field experience as a Carpenter to Site Superintendent to Project Manager of commercial, institutional and residential buildings up to a value of $22 million dollars. In 1999 he took his experience and formed EJM Construction Management.

In 2005 Ed received recognition as a successful entrepreneur by being awarded one of Business in Vancouver's Top Forty under Forty awards. Ed continues to be the driving force behind EJM’s growth as an organization.

James Loof - Construction Manager

With over 40 years of construction experience, James manages daily construction on EJM’s large projects. He brings to the EJM team a wealth of knowledge that has seen him successfully complete a large variety of projects, including commercial concrete structures, custom homes, multi-unit residential buildings and a senior’s complex care hospital. James has achieved diplomas in Carpentry & Land Surveying from BCIT; studied Computer Technology & Accounting for Business at the Cayman Island Community College and obtained his level 1 First Aid training from St. John’s Ambulance. James possesses a unique ability to motivate his trades to increase productivity, resulting in projects completed on time, within budget and with minimal deficiencies.

Steve Wegner - General Superintendent

Steve brings over 15 years of construction experience to the EJM team. His primary role is to manage the daily site operations for EJM’s residential division. Steve has experience working as a carpenter, first aid attendant and deficiency coordinator. He studied in the trades program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, the Construction Operations program at BCIT and completed his level 1 first aid training from Saint John Ambulance. Steve’s strong work ethic, superior interpersonal skills and careful attention to detail ensure that each project is completed to the highest standards.

Jamie Tarriba - Project Manager

Jaime has been working in the construction industry for over 7 years, the last 3 of which have been with EJM Construction Management Inc. He has extensive experience in all levels of institutional, commercial and residential construction. Jaime is a graduate of the Civil Engineering and Administrator program at the University of Panamericana Guadalajara. As a Project Manager, Jaime has managed a wide range of construction projects up to $10 million dollars in value. He is extremely goal oriented, with excellent problem solving skills, and is committed to producing results and meeting schedules above and beyond what is expected.

Phil Rechsteiner - Estimator

With 7 years of experience in the construction industry, starting out as a labourer before becoming a journeyman carpenter, Phil brings his knowledge from the field into the office. He is a graduate of the Construction Management Degree Program from BCIT, a student member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and a member of the Canada Green Building Council. Phil is responsible for calculating project costs, analyzing and maintaining budgets, obtaining tenders from sub-trades and estimating, developing and managing project schedules.

Lexie Dyck - Office Administrator

Lexie plays an integral role in the administrative duties at EJM Construction Management. She has 7 years experience coordinating large events and another 3 as a departmental coordinator. Lexie studied at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She is responsible for keeping our office running smoothly by maintaining files, managing invoices, preparing company documents and conducting public relations.