THEN, NOW AND INTO THE FUTURE.
About Bockstael Construction
Built on values, fueled by excellence, and committed to our community.
Building on a Reputation
Bockstael Construction is a fourth-generation family business that has been building on the prairies for over a century. We were founded on a reputation of integrity, innovation, and extraordinary craftsmanship – and we hold ourselves to those principles today. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement and find ourselves amongst the Top 40 contractors in Canada.
We are motivated to do better every day – for our clients, our employees, and our community. Not just in what we build, but in how people feel while we build it.
Our Values
Trust and Respect
Honesty and Integrity
Safety and Hard Work
Artisanship and Innovation
Legacy of Success
From the humble beginnings of a Belgian carpenter, building is in our blood. Our founder, Theodore Bockstael, quickly established a reputation as a craftsman after immigrating to Canada in the early 1900s.
His legacy carries on through four generations of family builders as Bockstael continues to help shape the future of our province.
WHO WE ARE
Building a Better Way
Our team is comprised of over 200 construction professionals, including a significant proportion of professional engineers, CM-Lean certified practitioners, and women in project delivery roles. We are committed to changing the face of construction through deeply collaborative methods and a client-centered approach to construction.
ABOUT US
Leadership
Bockstael Construction’s leadership team includes third and fourth generation members of the Bockstael family. Together, they continue to grow Bockstael as a leading regional contractor commited to exceptional client service and innovation.
Dan Bockstael, M.Eng., P.Eng.
chief executive officer
Dan is part of the fourth generation leading Bockstael Construction. His experience with the company dates to 2000 when he was employed in the field and in other various roles. Dan earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering and worked for one of Manitoba’s leading consulting engineering firms. He rejoined Bockstael in 2010 where he resumed his career in Estimating and Preconstruction.
As CEO, Dan is focused on the delivery on our brand promise to our clients, and Bockstael’s continued growth and impact in Manitoba.
Dan is a member of Winnipeg’s Leadership Council, and has served on the Board of the Winnipeg Construction Association and has also been a guest lecturer for WCA courses. He is a regular panelist for industry and leadership conferences.
Nick Bockstael, P.Eng.
chief operating officer
Nick Bockstael is part of the fourth generation leading Bockstael Construction. His experience includes hands-on building in the field at an early age, through to Estimating, Project Management and Operations Management. His construction experience is complemented by education in structural engineering and three years of consulting design engineering experience with a global firm.
As COO, Nick is focused on enhancing client value with Bockstael’s collaborative project delivery model, through the integration of best-in-class processes and technologies. Nick led our journey through Lean Construction and, through his efforts, Bockstael emerged as a leader in Lean in Manitoba that continues to this day. He was also instrumental in building Bockstael’s capacity and capabilities in high-rise construction and industrial installations.
Nick sits on the board of the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce and contributes his time to industry committees. He has made numerous presentations to the industry and community, and regularly speaks with students in skilled trades and technology sharing his personal experience and encouraging careers paths in construction.
Sarah Anderson, B.Comm.
Director
Sarah Anderson represents the fourth generation of leadership at Bockstael Construction. Her diverse professional background spans marketing and communications, economic development, and real estate development. Sarah pursued post-secondary studies in Winnipeg, Ottawa, and France, earning a bachelor’s degree in commerce. Before joining the business in 2020, her early career was spent with a leading North American integrated real estate company and with Economic Development Winnipeg, promoting Winnipeg’s economic opportunities.
Sarah contributes to Bockstael’s mission of changing the face of the construction industry in Manitoba through continuous improvement in organizational development, community partnerships, and business development.
She has served on various boards and committees and currently sits on the board for the Health Sciences Centre Foundation and holds the position of Treasurer for the International Facility Management Association (Manitoba Chapter). She also leads the “A Night in Blue” fundraising event committee for the Toba Centre for Children and Youth.
John Bockstael, P.Eng., GSC, ICD.D
chairman
John brings nearly 50 years of construction experience to the table and has been in the family business since 1985. John is passionate about the education and training of the future generation of trades, and the continuous improvement of the industry. He was the Chair of the Canadian Construction Association (2019), a founding member and Chair of both Canadian Construction Innovations and the Friends of Engineering (University of Manitoba), and has served on and chaired several non-for-profit boards. He currently serves on the board of the Winnipeg Art Gallery and St. Boniface Street Links.
John’s considerable contributions to the community have been recognized through the receipt of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, the University of Manitoba’s Distinguished Alumni Award for Service to the University (2014), and the Sovereigns Medal for Volunteers presented by the Governor General (2015).
Carmine Militano, P.Eng., ICD.D
senior advisor
Carmine brings a 360-degree perspective to the Bockstael team with more than 40 years’ experience across the entire design-construct life cycle, including consulting engineering, construction, and manufacturing. He is an acknowledged specialist in strategic planning and facilitation, business development, and project management. As senior advisor, Carmine supports the continued growth of Bockstael Construction and the company’s commitment to exceptional client service and innovation.
ABOUT US
Commitment to Community
We hold deep respect for this province and are investing in its future. We actively support a progressive construction industry and give back to our community in the areas of healthcare, social support services, and education.
Building Opportunity Through Projects (CODE in the Community)
With a focus on ensuring that everyone in Manitoba has opportunity, Bockstael Construction advances its clients’ goals and focuses on developing its employees by providing them with the skills they need to flourish.
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