With decades of combined experience, our leadership team has delivered thousands of multifamily units and millions of square feet of commercial and residential space.
We were founded on the belief that developers, investors, and community builders deserve a partner who can do more than just build — a partner who understands the business side, the permitting hurdles, and the financial realities of development.
Over the years, we’ve grown into a full-service firm trusted for our finance expertise, construction excellence, and deep understanding of Western Canadian municipalities.
Ben Elzen, President
Tony Cormode, VP of Construction
From the first feasibility study to the final walk-through, we handle every step of your project with precision, strategy, and care.
Finance Strategy
We pre-underwrite your deals and craft creative financing solutions to get the most out of every investment. Our financial modeling and strategic planning ensure your project starts strong and stays profitable.
Permits & Planning
We know the city, the regulations, and the right way to get things approved. Our team handles zoning requirements, application submissions, and all municipal processes so you can avoid delays and keep momentum.
Design & Pre-Construction
From concept drawings to 3D modeling, we create detailed plans that bring your vision to life. Our pre-construction services set a clear, cost-effective path forward — avoiding surprises later.
Construction Management
We oversee the entire build, coordinating trusted trades and suppliers to ensure top-tier quality. Every detail is managed for safety, efficiency, and budget control.
Project Delivery & Handover
When the work is complete, we make sure everything meets your standards — and ours. You get a fully finished, fully functional project, delivered on time and ready to use.
Ongoing Support & Maintenance (Optional)
We can provide ongoing facility management and support, ensuring your building operates efficiently long after the ribbon cutting.
Years combined leadership experience in multifamily construction
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- We believe in building better communities — not just buildings. Our projects prioritize energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and long-term durability. We also invest back into the communities we serve through local hiring and sponsorships.
Our leadership team brings together decades of construction expertise with deep understanding of real estate investment principles. This unique combination ensures that every project we undertake is evaluated not just for its construction merit, but for its potential to deliver exceptional returns for our clients.
Leadership Philosophy
We believe that successful construction projects require more than technical expertise— they require leaders who understand the financial implications of every decision. Our leadership team’s diverse background in construction management, real estate development, and investment analysis ensures that we approach every project with a comprehensive understanding of both building requirements and investment objectives.
Key Leadership Principles
Investment-First Thinking
Every construction decision is evaluated through the lens of long-term investment value
Regional Market Expertise
Deep understanding of western Canada's unique construction and real estate markets
Strategic Partnership Approach
Building long-term relationships that extend beyond individual projects
Innovation and Adaptation
Continuously evolving our services to meet changing market demands
Team Expertise Areas
Our leadership team’s combined expertise spans construction management, real estate development, financial analysis, project management, and strategic business development. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that we can provide comprehensive guidance throughout every phase of your construction investment.
Safety is not just a priority at Cormode—it’s the foundation upon which we build every project. Our comprehensive safety program and industry certifications demonstrate our unwavering commitment to protecting our workers, clients, and communities while delivering exceptional construction results.
Safety Excellence Program
Our safety program goes beyond basic compliance to create a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement. We believe that a safe construction site is not only the right thing to do—it’s also essential for maintaining project schedules, controlling costs, and ensuring the quality that our investmentfocused clients demand.
Key Safety Metrics
- Zero tolerance policy for safety violations
- Comprehensive safety training for all team members
- Regular safety audits and continuous improvement processes
- Industry-leading safety record with minimal incident rates
- Proactive hazard identification and mitigation protocols
Quality Assurance Standards
Our quality management system ensures that every project meets the highest standards of construction excellence. From initial planning through final completion, our quality assurance protocols guarantee that your investment project will be delivered to specifications that maximize both immediate satisfaction and long-term value.Continuous Improvement Commitment
We regularly review and update our safety and quality protocols to incorporate industry
best practices and emerging technologies. This commitment to continuous
improvement ensures that our clients benefit from the most advanced construction
methods and safety standards available in the industry.
Industry Certifications
Our strategic alliance network represents one of Cormode’s most valuable assets for clients seeking comprehensive construction solutions. These carefully cultivated partnerships enable us to offer expanded capabilities, specialized expertise, and enhanced value delivery across all project types.
Globotics Partnership
Our alliance with Globotics brings advanced technology solutions and innovative construction methodologies to every project. This partnership enables us to offer cutting-edge project management tools, advanced building information modeling (BIM), and technology enhanced construction processes that improve both efficiency and accuracy.
Through our Globotics partnership, we can provide clients with real-time project monitoring, advanced cost tracking, and predictive analytics that help optimize project outcomes. This technology integration is particularly valuable for investment-focused clients who require detailed project visibility and performance metrics.
Pac West Alliance
Our strategic relationship with Pac West expands our capabilities in specialized construction sectors, particularly in industrial and petroleum facility development. This alliance brings additional expertise in complex engineering projects and specialized construction techniques that are essential for certain types of commercial and industrial investments.S*Concept Collaboration
Our collaboration with S*Concept brings innovative design and architectural expertise to our construction projects. This partnership is particularly valuable for multi-family housing developments and commercial projects where design innovation can significantly impact both construction efficiency and long-term investment value.Alliance Benefits for Clients
Partnership Selection Criteria
We carefully select our strategic partners based on their commitment to excellence, complementary expertise, and shared values regarding client service and project quality. Each partnership is evaluated for its potential to enhance value delivery for our clients and strengthen our overall service capabilities.Unlike traditional contractors who focus solely on building requirements, we evaluate every project decision through the lens of investment performance. Our team understands that construction choices impact not just immediate costs, but long-term profitability, maintenance requirements, and property value appreciation.
This investment-focused approach means that we actively seek opportunities to optimize your project for maximum financial return. Whether it’s recommending design modifications that improve rental income potential, suggesting materials that reduce long-term maintenance costs, or identifying construction efficiencies that improve your overall ROI, we’re constantly working to enhance your investment outcomes.
Our six decades of experience in western Canada have given us unparalleled insight into regional market conditions, regulatory requirements, and construction challenges. This deep regional knowledge enables us to anticipate and address potential issues before they impact your project timeline or budget.
We understand the unique characteristics of each western Canadian market, from Alberta’s energy sector influences to British Columbia’s environmental regulations to Saskatchewan’s agricultural economy impacts. This regional expertise ensures that your project is designed and constructed with full consideration of local market dynamics and investment opportunities.
Our specialized expertise in multi-family housing development, particularly in 6-plex, 12-plex, and 20-plex configurations, has been refined through hundreds of successful projects. We understand the unique requirements of multi-family investments and have developed proven approaches that optimize both construction efficiency and rental income potential.
This specialization extends beyond construction to include market analysis, layout optimization, and operational planning that helps ensure your multi-family investment achieves its full profit potential. Our experience with financing requirements, regulatory compliance, and tenant preferences enables us to deliver projects that perform exceptionally in the rental market.
From initial market analysis through project completion and beyond, we provide integrated services that eliminate the complexity and risk of managing multiple contractors and consultants. Our comprehensive approach ensures consistent communication, coordinated timelines, and unified accountability throughout your project.
This service integration is particularly valuable for investors who may be managing multiple projects or who prefer to focus on investment strategy rather than construction management details. Our comprehensive approach allows you to maintain oversight and control while delegating the complex details to experienced professionals.
We view every client relationship as a long-term partnership rather than a single transaction. This perspective drives us to deliver exceptional results on every project while building the trust and confidence that leads to ongoing collaboration on future investments.
Our long-term partnership approach means that we’re invested in your success beyond the completion of any individual project. We provide ongoing support, market insights, and strategic guidance that helps you build and manage a successful real estate investment portfolio over time.
