February Breakfast Session - Cultivating Collaboration in Construction

Owners and contractors are increasingly adopting collaborative construction models to minimize commercial risks and enhance decision-making that benefits the entire project. Regardless of the specific collaborative approach—whether ECI, Alliance, PDB, CMAR, IPD or others—success hinges on fostering a truly collaborative project culture. Additionally, many owners now include partnership with Indigenous contractors as part of the execution plan, making collaboration essential for achieving successful outcomes. This breakfast panel will delve into shared experiences and best practices for cultivating a culture of collaboration in construction.

Join moderator Lyndsey Dyer of Coaching Studio and panelists Jennifer Fraser (MoTT), and Ryan Tones (Kiewit) for an insightful discussion on transforming construction practices through collaboration.

Lyndsey Dyer is the Executive Vice President at The Coaching Studio, an award-winning coaching and leadership development firm in Vancouver, BC. She has designed innovative leadership programs, coached senior executives, and facilitated team strategies for diverse industries. Her groundbreaking approaches to culture building have earned her organizations recognition as Top Employers, Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and Best Places to Work. Previously, Lyndsey scaled Clio from 150 to 900 employees and grew revenue from ~$15M to $100M. She also led talent functions at DigitalOcean, completed a fellowship with Engineers Without Borders in Ghana, and expanded KPMG Canada's advisory practice. Lyndsey holds advanced degrees in Communication and Political Studies and enjoys outdoor adventures in Deep Cove with her husband and two sons.

Jennifer Fraser, RPF, ICD.D, is an Executive Director at the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit with extensive experience in forestry and transportation. She has led diverse teams, driven large-scale project delivery, and pioneered BC’s first Alliance contracts for highway infrastructure. Known for her strategic vision and collaborative leadership, Jennifer is currently overseeing the reconstruction of Highways 1, 5, and 8 after the 2021 atmospheric river and the Highway 1 improvement program. She is a recipient of BC Premier’s Innovation and Excellence Awards for Leadership and Partnerships.

Ryan Tones, P.Eng., is Senior Vice President at Kiewit, overseeing 1,000 employees and managing major construction projects across Canada. With over 25 years of experience, he has led key infrastructure projects such as the BC Highway Reinstatement Program and Calgary Ring Road. Ryan is currently leading the 264th Street Interchange Project and YVR’s North Runway Modernization. He serves on BCIT’s Board of Governors and the Canadian Infrastructure Safety Council. Recognized for his philanthropy, Ryan received the Burnaby Hospital Foundation’s Leadership in Philanthropy Award in 2023. He holds a Civil Engineering degree from UBC.

Thank you, IBridge and FortisBC, for sponsoring this event.