Allan Youmans, PQS, GSC

Chief Executive Officer

As chief executive officer Mr. Youmans is responsible for all operations at Matheson. Allan founded Matheson, in 2008, and has moved the organization forward with consistent focus on Matheson’s future. He has strongly supported the development of our people and our technology initiatives and is committed to ensuring the success of the organization.

Community and Industry Involvement

• Member, Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
• Director, Ontario General Contractors Association

Neil Banerjee, P.Eng., GSC, LEED AP

President

Neil Banerjee started his career in construction working on a concrete forming crew during his summer university breaks. His appreciation for work of tradesmen was developed during these summers, Neil has over 28 years of construction and professional engineering experience including leading significant engineering assignments and over the last five years leading construction and recently corporate operations at Matheson.

Mr. Banerjee’s unique experience of both managing consulting engineering services and construction operations adds significant value to our staff and clients.

Shahin Saleem, CPA, CMA

Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Ms. Saleem joined Matheson in 2017 and is responsible for all accounting, audit, treasury, taxation and corporate finance. Shahin manages the quality and timeliness of both internal and external financial reporting and controls. Ms. Saleem’s construction industry experience allow her to provide timely strategic financial management for Matheson.

Mike Brown, AScT

Senior Vice President

Mr. Brown leads all Matheson construction operations and development of our operations team.  Mike’s experience has run from construction project co-ordinator, project manager, operations manager and business development manager which allows him to understand all facets of the client expectations.

Mike ensures that our project teams are engaged with our clients and understand the importance of our relationships. Additionally, Mike leads corporate training and development initiatives for our staff.

Michelle Fortunato, CHRP, RCC

Vice President, Human Resources

As Vice President, Human Resources, Michelle is responsible for reinforcing Matheson’s strong corporate culture, engaging our people and creating new development growth programs with employee incentives.

Michelle’s background in Human Resources Management and construction includes one of North America’s largest international General Contractors.

As a Human Resources Partner and Registered Corporate Coach, Michelle is passionate about helping leaders understand their own values and motivations, and how to link these to the goals of the organization and the aspirations of the people working with them.

Behzad Fakhrjahani, M.Sc., P.Eng., GSC

Vice President, Estimating and Procurement

As Vice President, Estimating and Procurement, Behzad manages the tendering of work and the management of work awards with our valued subtrades.

Behzad has over 30 years of professional experience in the construction industry and has a Gold Seal Certificate for Estimator from the Canadian Construction Association.

Behzad excels at estimating and that is his prime focus at Matheson.  He possesses an impressive academic background and portfolio of work with his previous experience as Corporate Director of Estimating and Chief Estimator for several multi-million dollar national and international construction companies.

Tyler Holditch

Director, Technology

As Director, Technology at Matheson Constructors, Tyler explores emerging virtual design and construction technology and manages the BIM department.

Tyler brings big data to the world of construction, specializing in CAD and BIM software and excelling in areas such as clash detection, 3D site logistics, 4D schedules and point cloud scanning. His knowledge and experience keep Matheson on the forefront of building technology and innovation.

Tyler is an integral piece to preconstruction and planning in highly coordinated team environments and specializes in complex builds with unique equipment.

Tyler Holditch

Director, Technology

As Director, Technology at Matheson Constructors, Tyler explores emerging virtual design and construction technology and manages the BIM department.

Tyler brings big data to the world of construction, specializing in CAD and BIM software and excelling in areas such as clash detection, 3D site logistics, 4D schedules and point cloud scanning. His knowledge and experience keep Matheson on the forefront of building technology and innovation.

Tyler is an integral piece to preconstruction and planning in highly coordinated team environments and specializes in complex builds with unique equipment.