Chad Maki named as incoming General Manager of Alberta North operation

We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Chad Maki, P.Eng. as General Manager, Alberta North operation effective July 1, 2024. Chad will succeed Helder Afonso, Vice President & General Manager, Alberta North, who has advised of his intent to retire on June 30, 2024.

Chad has a long history with Associated Engineering, first working for the company as a summer student in Saskatoon in 1999 and 2000. After graduating from the University of Saskatchewan, Chad joined our Edmonton office in 2001 as a civil engineer.

Over the years, Chad has demonstrated strong technical and project management skills. He has taken on roles of increasing responsibility, from design engineer to project manager, group manager, and, most recently, as Division Manager, Infrastructure. Chad has led many large and complex infrastructure projects serving many long-term clients in northern Alberta amassing a voluminous portfolio of projects. One of his key accomplishments is the planning, design and implementation of the Aspen Regional Water Services Commission - Regional Water System which services several communities in the Athabasca Region.

Helder tells us, ”Chad is an inspiring leader who promotes staff development and supports their success. His strong business development skills, business acumen, and vision have contributed to the company’s success. I am sure that under Chad’s leadership and with the passion and dedication of our Alberta North team, the company will continue to flourish!”

Over the next few months, Helder will collaborate with Chad and the Alberta North management team to address succession in the Edmonton infrastructure division and transition the leadership of our Alberta North operation to Chad.

Please join us in thanking Helder for his dedicated service to the company and congratulating Chad on his new role!