Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Management Partner in Surrey
Founded in 1991, we are a construction management firm dedicated to transforming the industry through partnership-driven approaches. Our 30-year journey began with a passion for building relationships alongside structures, evolving from a family-owned contracting business to a leader in collaborative construction solutions. We specialize in aligning client visions with practical execution, offering expertise in preconstruction planning, design integration, and post-project care.Our team's deep industry knowledge and commitment to innovation ensure projects achieve both functional and inspirational goals. As a COR-certified company, we prioritize safety excellence while fostering growth through community initiatives like our Homes + Hope project in El Salvador. Our leadership team combines generational experience with modern methodologies to deliver value-driven outcomes across British Columbia and Alberta.
Services
Construction Management
General Contracting
Design Build
Preconstruction Services
Project Management
Value Engineering
Tendering
Site Assessment
Budgeting
Warranty & After Care
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- 30 years of experience in construction management
- Partner-driven approach ensuring client collaboration
- COR Certified for safety excellence
- Community-focused initiatives like Homes + Hope project
- Full-service management from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- COR Certified
Services
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive construction management services from project inception to completion. Our team partners with clients early in the process to ensure alignment with budget, schedule, and quality requirements. Through transparent communication and collaborative decision-making, we coordinate all aspects of construction while maintaining focus on client objectives and industry best practices.
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction expertise includes strategic planning, site assessment, budget development, and value engineering. We analyze project feasibility, create cost models, and identify potential challenges before construction begins. This proactive approach helps clients make informed decisions while establishing realistic budgets and timelines for successful project delivery.
Design Build
We offer design-build services that streamline project delivery by combining design and construction under one contract. Our team collaborates with design partners to transform concepts into functional spaces while maintaining cost control. This approach reduces project timelines and ensures cohesive execution of the client's vision from concept to reality.
General Contracting
With over 25 years of experience in traditional general contracting, we deliver competitive bids and reliable execution for invited tenders. Our approach maintains construction management principles while adapting to conventional contract structures, ensuring quality outcomes through established trade partnerships and proven project delivery methods.
Warranty & After Care
Our commitment extends beyond project completion through comprehensive warranty management and aftercare services. We provide ongoing support for maintenance issues, coordinate vendor follow-ups, and ensure client satisfaction through regular check-ins. This long-term perspective helps maintain building performance and client relationships well after construction concludes.
People
Wes Drewlo
Founder
Founder of Novacom with over 30 years of construction industry experience. Transitioned from hands-on roles in framing and homebuilding to establish a relationship-focused construction management company. Currently serves as CEO overseeing business development and strategic growth.
Brandon Drewlo
Principal | CEO
Joined Novacom in 2004 as Project Manager and transitioned to leadership roles over 18 years. Currently serves as Principal and CEO, driving operational excellence and technological innovation while maintaining family business values and client partnerships.
Sharelle Dayco
Principal | Director of People & Culture
As Principal and Director of People & Culture, focuses on team development and organizational culture. Brings expertise in human resources and leadership development to support company growth while maintaining core values of collaboration and personal growth.
Kevin Stuerle
Director of Finance
Oversees financial operations with expertise in construction accounting systems. Implements financial controls and reporting structures to support company growth while ensuring fiscal responsibility and transparency across all projects.
Dan Poulsen
Director of Sales & Preconstruction
Leads sales and preconstruction services with focus on client relationship development. Combines technical construction knowledge with business development skills to deliver value-driven solutions during project planning and execution phases.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide full-cycle construction management including preconstruction planning, design-build, general contracting, project management, and post-construction warranty services across British Columbia and Alberta.
How do you approach client partnerships?
We prioritize collaborative relationships through transparent communication, shared decision-making, and treating all stakeholders as equal partners in every project's success.
What community initiatives do you support?
Our Homes + Hope project builds homes for families in need in El Salvador, and we partner with local charities identified by our clients and team members.
What sets you apart from other contractors?
Our partnership model combines 30+ years of experience with COR-certified safety standards, emphasizing relationship-building over transactional interactions throughout the construction process.
How do you handle project budgeting?
We provide early-stage budgeting based on historical costs and experience, followed by value engineering solutions to maintain design intent while meeting financial constraints.
Are you certified for safety standards?
Yes, we achieved COR Certification in 2020 through implementing comprehensive health and safety management systems across all our operations.
