EllisDon is an employee-owned construction services company redefining what it means to build.
Company Overview
OUR COMPANY
EllisDon is an employee-owned construction services company redefining what it means to build. Known for tackling some of the most complex and ambitious projects across every sector, delivery model and lifecycle stage, we bring innovation, agility, and deep expertise to everything we do. From financing and design to construction, operations, and beyond, EllisDon is one of the few companies offering truly end-to-end, cradle-to-grave services tailored to each client’s vision.
Founded in 1951 by brothers Don and David Ellis Smith in London, Ontario, we’ve grown from a local builder into a global industry leader.
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Our Values
EllisDon is driven by our core values, which shape how we work, build, and live. By embedding these principles into every aspect of our business, we’re driving positive change across the construction industry and the communities we serve. Our five foundational values guide our people, projects, and operations every day.
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We hire the best, and then we let them be the best. We give our people the freedom to bring their unique expertise and perspective to work, so they can make our clients and each other successful.
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We share everything about our company with our people. Because we do our best work when everyone sees and understands the whole picture.
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We expect mutual accountability from everyone who works here, no matter their role, to ensure we deliver on our commitments to each other.
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We create opportunities and innovate with the understanding that the people closest to the action often have the most innovative ideas.
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We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and treat everyone the way we would like to be treated.
Our Services
EllisDon delivers a full spectrum of “cradle-to-grave” services that guide projects seamlessly from concept to completion and beyond. Each service can stand alone or integrate into a customized solution, adaptable to any stage, scale, or delivery model. With a fast, flexible, and client-focused approach, our services are designed for agility, efficiency, and impact to meet the unique needs of every project.
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Buildings
Civil
Industrial
Equipment
Corporate Support Services
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Construction Engineering Services
Construction Planning & Logistics
Building and Materials Sciences
Planning & Scheduling
Quality Assurance
Civil (Ground Engineering)
Sustainable Building Solutions
Design-Build
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Infrastructure
Affordable Housing
Real Estate
Financial Advisory Services
Asset Management Services
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Product Design and Technology Solutions
Software Engineering
Insights and Analytics
Tech Relations
Digital Assets and Technology Training
Digital Project Delivery / Virtual Design and Construction
Innovation and Construction Technology
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Facilities Services
Energy & Digital Services
Project Advisory & Management
Furniture, Equipment & Design
Transit Services
Our Markets
Since our founding, EllisDon has delivered landmark projects across every major sector, using a full range of delivery models, from Lump Sum and Design-Build to Construction Management, Integrated Project Delivery, and Public-Private Partnerships.
The sectors below reflect the depth and breadth of our expertise, and our consistent record of excellence across Canada and beyond.
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Aviation
Commercial Offices
Culture and Recreation
Education
Healthcare and Research
Hospitality
Judicial and Correctional
Public and Government
Residential and Mixed Use
Retail
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Bridges and Structures
Earthworks and Land Development
Maintenance Facilities
Marine Facilities
Parks
Transit and Transportation
Utilities
Water and Wastewater
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Advanced Manufacturing
Automotive
Data Centres and Mission Critical
Energy
Energy Storage
Labs and Pharmaceutical
Nuclear
Heavy civil and infrastructure
Power and Electrification
Renewable Energy
Our Offices
EllisDon operates out of offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Our offices leverage support from each other to provide comprehensive, expert service to our clients.
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EllisDon
Calgary, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Halifax, Nova Scotia
London, Ontario
Mississauga, Ontario
Moncton, New Brunswick
Montreal, Quebec
Ottawa, Ontario
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Stratford, Ontario
Sudbury, Ontario
Vancouver, British Columbia
Looby
Stratford, Ontario
PME
Merritt, British Columbia
Regina, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Calgary, Alberta
London, Ontario
Oxford Builders
London, Ontario
Mississauga, Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Calgary, Alberta
Abbotsford, British Columbia
Halifax, Nova Scotia
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EllisDon
Austin, United States of America
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Doha, Qatar
Cairo, Egypt
Dublin, Ireland
Stronger Together:
The EllisDon Group of Companies
Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships including Looby Construction, PME, and Oxford Builders Supplies, EllisDon has expanded its depth, reach, and expertise across every facet of construction. Each company brings specialized capabilities and proven experience, strengthening EllisDon’s ability to deliver complex projects with the same uncompromising quality, innovation, and integrity that define the EllisDon Group of Companies.
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A leader in heavy civil construction since 1904, with exceptional experience in road and highway structures, waterway infrastructure, and prefabrication
115+ Years of Experience
Part of the EllisDon Group of Companies since 2011
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A full-service heavy-civil contractor delivering earthworks, underground piping, concrete structures, mechanical and electrical, and paving solutions.
16+ Years of Experience
Operating in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario
Part of the EllisDon Group of Companies since 2012
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A full-service equipment and maintenance supplier, providing a broad range of new and used equipment (paired with field and shop maintenance, erecting and dismantling services, climbing and engineering support) to the construction industry.
65+ Years of Experience
Owned and operated by EllisDon