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Failed Up: Real Stories of Overcoming Construction Challenges

  • Thursday, October 29, 2026
  • 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Steamworks Brewery, Vancouver 375 Water St, Gastown, Vancouver
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Failed Up: Real Stories of Overcoming Construction Challenges

Special Guest

Jennifer Fraser, RPF, ICD.D, is the Alternate Delivery Director for Kiewit’s Western Canada District. She brings more than 25 years of experience leading complex natural resource and transportation initiatives in British Columbia.

Before joining Kiewit, Jennifer served as an executive director with the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit, where she developed and oversaw multibillion-dollar infrastructure programs, including the emergency reconstruction of Highways 1, 5, and 8 following the 2021 atmospheric river event and the Trans-Canada Highway improvement program between Kamloops and Golden. Prior to that, Jennifer worked as a professional forester for Tolko Industries Ltd.

Moderator

Pedram Farzadmanesh is the Founder and President of PFM Construction. Pedram brings years of hands-on experience in tackling construction challenges across civil infrastructure, utilities, and building projects. His deep industry insights will guide the conversation, diving into leadership lessons and the realities of managing high-stakes projects.


What to Expect

  • The real story—what worked, what didn’t, and why.
  • How to manage public pushback in high-stakes projects. Leadership lessons on overcoming obstacles in infrastructure development.
  • Networking with industry professionals facing similar challenges.

This series is in a private, intimate room at Steamworks Brewery—the perfect atmosphere for open conversations, networking, and connection. Space is limited, and this event will fill up fast, so don’t wait to book your spot!

Canapés and two drink tickets are included in your ticket price.

Thank you, Charter Project Delivery, for sponsoring this event.


We have room for one additional sponsor. Please contact us if interested.

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The Failed Up Series targets intermediate professionals in the BC Construction Industry (~8 - 20 years' experience). Our committee members are consultants, contractors and owners involved in some of the most prominent projects in our region. We look forward to meeting you.

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