Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Richmond
Wales McLelland has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial construction for over 50 years. Our foundation is built on a collaborative approach, combining cutting-edge technology with proven processes to deliver specialized solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. With a team of industry experts and trade partners, we manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, transparency, and efficiency at every stage. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in over 500 completed projects, including climate-controlled facilities, distribution centers, and automotive dealerships. We prioritize clear communication and early collaboration, enabling clients to make informed decisions during pre-construction planning.Our proprietary Construction Project Management System provides real-time updates, ensuring accountability and client engagement throughout the build. Backed by 300 years of combined leadership experience, we focus on building long-term partnerships grounded in trust, respect, and integrity. Our safety program, certified by WorkSafeBC, underscores our dedication to exceeding industry standards. From design-build to general contracting, we deliver value-driven results that align with clients' operational goals. As one of British Columbia's largest builders, we remain committed to advancing our team's expertise while maintaining a client-centric philosophy that has defined our success for decades.
Services
Pre-Construction
Design-Build
General Contracting
Construction Management
Commercial Buildings
Industrial Buildings
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have 50+ years of experience in commercial and industrial construction.
- Our team includes leaders with 300+ combined years of industry expertise.
- We utilize proprietary technology for real-time project transparency.
- We maintain a certified safety program exceeding regulatory standards.
- We offer customized delivery models tailored to client objectives.
Associations and certifications
- WorkSafeBC Certificate of Recognition (COR)
Services
Pre-Construction
Our pre-construction services establish a solid foundation for success through detailed feasibility analysis, value engineering, and preliminary design development. We collaborate with clients to identify risks, optimize budgets, and secure necessary approvals, ensuring alignment with long-term operational goals. This phase sets the stage for efficient execution while maintaining flexibility for evolving requirements.
Design-Build
We manage the entire design-build process, coordinating architects, engineers, and consultants to streamline project timelines and reduce costs. By overlapping design and construction phases, we deliver cohesive solutions that maintain quality while accelerating completion. Our approach emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and technical expertise to meet complex project demands.
General Contracting
As experienced general contractors, we oversee all aspects of project delivery, leveraging established trade relationships and advanced project management tools. Our team ensures seamless coordination of timelines, budgets, and quality standards while maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders throughout the construction lifecycle.
Commercial Buildings
We specialize in creating customized commercial spaces tailored to clients' operational needs, from office complexes to retail centers. Our process focuses on understanding business workflows to design functional, scalable environments that enhance productivity while adhering to budgetary and sustainability goals.
Industrial Buildings
Our industrial construction expertise includes climate-controlled facilities, distribution centers, and manufacturing plants. We address sector-specific challenges through precision engineering, durable materials selection, and efficient layout planning to ensure facilities meet rigorous operational demands and future growth requirements.
People
Doug Scott
President
President Doug Scott joined Wales McLelland in 1990 with prior experience managing $100M+ projects. He became sole proprietor in 1994 after 11 years at a national civil contractor, bringing extensive estimating and project management expertise to lead the company's strategic direction.
Tony Vigini
Vice President, Development
Tony Vigini oversees development with 17 years of industrial brokerage experience. He specializes in transforming development plans into reality for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, leveraging deep market knowledge to build client relationships and deliver successful outcomes.
Kevin Armon
Vice President, Construction
Kevin Armon has held multiple leadership roles since joining Wales McLelland in 1997. As Vice President of Construction, he directs operations across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors, applying two decades of hands-on project management experience to ensure operational excellence.
James Sanderson
Chief Financial Officer
James Sanderson manages financial operations with expertise in tax planning and risk management. Prior to joining in 2018, he spent a decade at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, where he developed financial strategies for clients in the professional, commercial, and services sectors.
Darren Sauer
Director of Development
Darren Sauer brings 20+ years of development expertise, including leadership roles in industrial and residential real estate. He rejoined Wales McLelland in 2019 after earning an Executive MBA, focusing on project initiation and pre-construction strategies to align client objectives with technical execution.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide pre-construction planning, design-build, general contracting, and construction management services for commercial and industrial projects across Western Canada.
How long have you been in business?
Wales McLelland has specialized in commercial and industrial construction since 1971, completing over 500 projects with our current leadership team holding 300+ combined years of experience.
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Western Canada, with particular expertise in British Columbia's major markets including Vancouver, Surrey, and Richmond.
How do you ensure project transparency?
Our proprietary SiteMax System provides real-time project updates, while open-book budgeting and regular stakeholder communication maintain full visibility throughout the construction process.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain the WorkSafeBC Certificate of Recognition (COR) through comprehensive safety programs that exceed regulatory standards for all our operations.
Can you handle complex industrial projects?
Yes, we specialize in technically challenging builds like climate-controlled facilities and distribution centers, leveraging decades of experience with insulated metal panels and tilt-up concrete construction methods.
