A graduate of Douglas College’s Construction Management program , Warren has been in the construction industry since 1982 and joined CDC in 1988 as an estimator. In 1999, Warren bought into the company, and in 2007, took full ownership of the company with business partner Chris Holman. Warren is actively involved in the company’s day-to-day operations and strategic planning, working with the leadership team to ensure projects flow smoothly and the company’s resources are appropriately allocated to best meet the clients’ needs.

When he’s not at work, Warren loves adventure traveling with his wife, snowboarding, riding motorcycles, mountain biking and kayaking. And as only an adventurer would, Warren climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to celebrate his 50th birthday. The mountain is Africa’s tallest peak, the highest freestanding mountain in the world and one of the seven summits.

Joined CDC: 1988

As the Director of Finance and Operations of CDC, Andrew oversees all aspects of finance, accounting, legal, HR, IT and administration. He is also tasked with ensuring all departments are working together to execute CDC’s strategy and his ultimate responsibility is to ensure all CDC’s staff have the tools necessary to do their job and successfully complete projects for our clients. Fifteen years of construction industry experience with several different organizations have given him a unique perspective on the best way to provide support to CDC’s hard-working field and operations teams.

Andrew has two young boys that keep him and his wife busy when they’re not at work. He feels fortunate to live in Vancouver and can often be found enjoying the outdoors with his kids and two dogs. Andrew also enjoy getting in a round of golf or two when possible.

Andrew joined Chris and Warren as a partner in CDC in March 2022.

Joined CDC: 2015

Noe is a registered Architect who graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Architecture from Escuela Superior de Ingeniería y Arquitectura (ESIA) in Mexico City. After relocating to Canada in 2007, Noe worked as a Project Manager before joining CDC in 2012. Noe was promoted to Director of Projects in 2019, and in this role, provides leadership and guidance to the commercial construction project team on all aspects of the construction process. His background as an Architect combined with his project management experience allows Noe to see the project from all angles, giving him the ability to meet the needs of the company, clients and the project teams.

Noe is a huge soccer fan and he follows the English, Spanish and Mexican leagues. He enjoys hiking the Lower Mainland’s many scenic trails with his family, and as a new father, loves watching his young son experience new sights and sounds for the first time on their family adventures.

Noe joined Chris and Warren as a partner in CDC in March 2022.

Joined CDC: 2012

Brennen is an experienced estimator who began his career with CDC in 2007, progressing from a site labourer to LEED Coordinator, then Junior Estimator, Senior Estimator and finally to his current role as Lead Estimator. In this role, Brennen oversees all CDC estimates, manages the resources for the estimating department and develops budgets for projects. Brennen has worked on a wide variety of bids over the past 10 years, including ground-ups/exterior work, office renovations, restaurants, retail and healthcare tenant improvements.

Outside of the office, Brennen stays busy by trail running, biking and scuba diving or swimming in the cold BC coastal waters. An estimator to the core, he never travels without his trusty mechanical pencil or calculator.

Brennen joined Chris and Warren as a partner in CDC in March 2022.

Joined CDC: 2007

With over four decades of experience managing institutional and commercial construction projects, Rene is a seasoned expert in the field. Rene joined CDC in 2015 and was promoted to General Superintendent in 2022. He has a wealth of knowledge in managing complex projects that require a high level of quality control and adherence to tight schedule constraints. Rene’s exceptional ability to work under pressure and resolve on-site issues, coupled with his strong interpersonal skills, make him a highly effective leader.

During his free time, Rene embraces the great outdoors and enjoys pursuing his passion for hunting, where he applies his skills of patience and keen attention to detail.

Joined CDC: 2015

Owen joined CDC as a labourer in 2002 and worked his way up through the ranks to Superintendent before transferring to CDC’s growing healthcare team in 2010. In 2020, Owen was promoted to the newly created role of General Superintendent for Healthcare, and in this position, provides guidance and support to superintendents on all healthcare sites throughout the Lower Mainland. Through his oversight, Owen helps superintendents troubleshoot issues on some of CDC’s most challenging sites and ensures the health authorities are pleased with the level of service and project delivery on projects.

When he’s not on site, Owen likes to stay active hiking or walking the seawall. Owen recently hiked the Juan de Fuca Trail for the first time which is a challenging multi-day trail that runs along the south coast of Vancouver Island.

Joined CDC: 2002