Why Clark Builders?
Culture. Accountability. Participation.
Clark Builders is not just any general contractor; it’s a magnet employer. People who care about their work choose to work with this Alberta-based firm because we treat our people right. We’ve earned an outstanding reputation since launching in 1974 and can offer opportunities on a wide range of projects, both close to home and further afield. Once hired, many who fit our friendly, positive culture build their careers here. If you are a team player who prefers to work in a rewarding environment, it’s a good bet that we can help you meet your goals. Whether you’re new to the industry or a long-time veteran, contact us! We want to hear from you.
Does this person sound like you?
Here’s who we need for the Clark Builders team:
- skilled hands
- inventive brain
- self-motivated
- can-do attitude
- friendly personality
- always looking for better solutions
- forthright yet flexible and collaborative
- enjoy a fluid rather than highly structured environment
- do superior work within tight timelines
- fully focused on safety
- share our core values—competence, fairness, integrity, knowledge, passion, teamwork
If this is you, please contact us. We’d like to talk, and we welcome your online application.
Clark Builders Named One of the 50 Best Employers in Canada
The best employers are the ones who employ themselves. Wholly owned by employees, both day-to-day activities and strategic planning decisions at Clark Builders affect the entire team and that’s motivation to continue to do the right thing. Long-term Team Clark members are offered opportunities to purchase a piece of the company, and having owners throughout the business breeds the Clark Builders entrepreneurial spirit the team has become famous for.
So what does it take to be among the best? Being named a Best Employer means a variety of things to the team. To some it’s the work environment provided through open shop membership in Merit Contractors Association, to others it’s about mentorship and opportunity to advance. Others yet are pleased with the variety and interesting challenges Team Clark members tackle on-site or from the office.
“We have a very pleasant work environment, fantastic co-workers and an excellent management team that simply trusts you to do what you do best! At Clark Builders, dedication equals opportunity, growth and rewards.”
– Lynn Caron, Project Administration
One important step toward achieving this level of engagement is effective and relevant training developed from a participant perspective, a key component of the company’s learning and development program. Continuously-expanding training programs delivered through Clark Builders University include everything from a full range of safety training courses to individual, team, and community leadership workshops with timely and pertinent topics developed on a regular basis.
Team Clark members continue to define and exceed the standards of what makes a Best Employer.
Clark Builders Named One of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies
Established in 1993, the Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies is a national awards program, recognizing Canadian companies that have implemented world-class business practices and created value in innovative ways. Applications are reviewed by an independent judging panel that evaluates how companies address various business challenges, including new technologies, globalization, brand management, leadership, leveraging and developing core competencies, designing information systems and hiring the right talent to facilitate growth.
As a privately-held organization, Clark Builders' commitment to employees through its internal Clark Builders University and employee share ownership plan were what set it apart from the program's other applicants and helped them to become one of only ten per cent of first-time applicants to win the prestigious nod. Also attributing to the win was Clark Builders' strong tactical plan with set priorities for growth which is supported by an external Board of Directors.
"Our success can be attributed to a strong and diverse team with an honest work ethic and trusted relationships. We're thrilled to be recognized for doing what we believe is the right thing each and every day," said Paul Verhesen, President, Clark Builders.
You can read the news release here.
Clark Builders Wins Entrepreneur Of The Year Award
Much to their delight and surprise, Andrew Clark, Bill Giebelhaus, and Paul Verhesen are now the proud owners of some wonderful hardware. The three, on behalf of Clark Builders, received the nod for Ernst & Young's Entrepreneur Of The Year Prairies 2008 in the Real Estate/Construction/Financial Services category. The premiere award for entrepreneurial spirit across the globe, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award was initiated in 1994 to recognize the vision, leadership, and achievements of successful leaders in private business. Since its inception, the program has grown to recognize the accomplishments of recipients across 50 countries.
The executive leadership team is thrilled with the future growth of the company. “Our philosophy has remained consistent over our past 34 years in business. We’re a people company that just happens to be really good at construction,” said Paul Verhesen, President.
The award was announced on October 21, 2008 in Calgary. “We were really honoured to be included in such company. This goes to show the collective strength of our wonderful team,” said CEO Andrew Clark after the win. Verhesen echoed the same sentiment after receiving the award: “This award speaks volumes about the calibre of the staff and partners we have in both the field and the office.” The three have also been selected to receive a special citation in honour of Construction Innovation at the National banquet on November 26, 2008.
Alberta Venture: Most Respected Corporations
In the spring of this year, Alberta Venture magazine asked 3,000 of their subscribers to name their first, second, and third most respected organization in a variety of categories. The final results were published in the June issue of the magazine. We were excited to learn that Clark Builders was named in the top three in the "Construction & Real Estate" category.
This recognition is especially appreciated as it comes from the business community at large.
As President Paul Verhesen would say, "Let's continue to do the right thing today and everyday."