b'BEST OF THE BEST AWARDSwhich include site-wide stretch and flexAward. This sustainability awardand the first contractor in the world to activities, health and wellness lunch-and- highlights the outstanding work done bysign the World Green Building Councils learns, daily pre-task planning/high-riskMultiplex to conduct our projects in aNet Zero Carbon Buildings commitment.activity planning, and welcome packagesmanner that mitigates the impact of our for new recruits (t-shirts, water bottlesoperations on the environment and isThe shift to a green building culture and PPE). sensitive to the local community. It alsohas come with its own challenges, but showcases our industry-leading carbonall my colleagues have embraced it When you join our project or office,commitments working towards theand incorporated it in their day-to-day you are stepping into our home wheredecarbonization of our industry, saysactivities, says Cachafeiro, adding, equality, inclusiveness and safety are ofMaria Fernandez Cachafeiro, seniorThey are keen to learn more, to make a utmost importance, says Morin. Oursustainability manager at Multiplex. difference, and eager to see our industry goal is to make those who are a parttaking action on climate change.of our team feel like they are part ofMultiplexs green building values are something extraordinary by managingon display throughout its operations. risk, creating a safe environment andFor example, the firm applies an ISO- TRADE CONTRACTORS AWARDdemonstrating the highest standard ofcertified Environmental ManagementQUANTECH ELECTRICALcare for each other. System across all of its projects toCONTRACTORS LTD.ensure international best-practices are Morin adds that its safety culture thrivesbeing used and monitored in the field. on buy-in from Turners team, noting,Guided by our comprehensive system, Engaging with workers and valuing theirwe create a positive impact on peoples feedback are essential to continuallywellbeing, on local communities andQuantech has made its mark on the GTA. improving and holding ourselves to thethe environment through the projectsSince opening in 1967, the Thornhill-highest standard possible when it comes we deliver using proven, scientificbased firm has worked on projects to safety. methodologies, says Fernandezthroughout the region, with a focus on Cachafeiro. This creates sustainable,electrical instrumentation work for water/GREEN BUILDING value-driven and positive outcomes. Itwastewater projects in the GTA and CULTURE AWARDalso presents me and my colleagues withsurrounding areas. Recent highlights MULTIPLEX CONSTRUCTION a responsibility to lead in this industry- include work on the $21-million project CANADA LTD. changing venture. for Ashbridges Bays Treatment Plant P Additionally, Multiplex facilitates theBuilding, a $17-million initiative at the sharing of knowledge and experiencesHumber Treatment Plant for secondary with greenhouse gas reporting amongtreatment plant upgrades, and a five-year its Canadian competitors to help driveliquid train upgrades project in the It is a mix of environmental programs,the industrys sustainability approachHighland Creek treatment plant. carbon-reducing commitments and anforward. The firm also holds the unique eco-friendly work culture that makesdesignation of being Canadas firstWere a unionized contractor with Multiplex Construction Canada a fittingconstruction company to commit to theelectrical, instrumentation process winner of TCAs Green Building CultureScience Based Targets initiative (SBTi)controls and communications divisions. Performing all that work in-house gives us internal support to successfully complete large and complex projects, says Cliff Shelston, president of Quantech.UANTECHelectrical contractors limited With a new project underway at the North Toronto treatment plant, Quantech is Quantech, established in 1967, is comprised of three divisions: Electricalproud to have an ongoing presence in the Construction, Process Controls [System Integration] and Communicationsfour wastewater treatment plants in the Systems. Our experience includes primarily the Water and Wastewatercity of Toronto. We absolutely owe our industry and Industrial Projects. We recognize our clients require us to providesuccess to our team, notes Shelston. technical competence, competitive prices, financial stability, a proven trackMany people here have worked for record and the ability to meet precise schedules. Quantech for more than 25 to 30 years, and theyre the ones out there on the We are proud of the reputation we have earned due to our straightforwardjobsite leading the charge. So we have a business methods, which combined with the dedication and technical skills ofvery experienced workforce with people our staff, ensure the quality and efficiency of our installations. who know exactly what theyre doing and Customer Satisfaction Comes First is not just a slogan at Quantech. the best way to do it when they walk into We welcome the opportunity to demonstrate this to you. these facilities.Quantech Electrical Contractors Limited T: (905) 731-2343, ext. 616Shelston says the Quantech team is honoured to be recognized by TCA, Cliff Shelston, P.Eng., President M: (416) 527-2450 adding, Its a fantastic accomplishment 17 Guardsman Road, Thornhill, Ontario, L3T 6L2E: cliff.shelston@quantech.ca for our company, and a great boost toour workforce.20Quarter 1 2021 BUILDERSDIGEST'