About Alder Concrete Group
HISTORY
Founded by Matt Alder in 2006, Alder Concrete Group is a leader in providing concrete superstructure solutions to General Contractors and property owners.
After 10 years of working at a local construction firm, Matt started the company as a one-person operation, completing total station and surveying needs for property owners and General Contractors. As an independent owner Matt, was continually challenged servicing the demands of a successful business, often turning down opportunities to maintain current clients.
Chris Buchanan, a former co-worker of Matt’s, joined the company in 2013 as a partner, increasing Alder Concrete Group’s capabilities in project management and estimating so the company could offer a full range of services for larger projects.
Although Matt and Chris had spent significant time working for General Contractors, it was quickly decided that was not the direction for the next phase of Alder’s growth.
From 2013 to 2016, they observed, experimented, and educated themselves on all things concrete, eventually identifying and refining an innovative niche market and service for concrete superstructures. Since then, the company has focused on acquiring and developing the right talent and partnerships to fulfill the needs for this market.
Adam Baier joined the leadership team in 2016, bringing a wealth of project management experience to the business, allowing Alder Concrete Group to expand and manage multiple, large-scale projects simultaneously.
The knowledge and expertise of the company’s skilled installers and service professionals has been instrumental to the businesses’ growth and success. The team members are helpful, precise, and dedicated to the success of its partners’ projects.
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MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Matt Alder
President
Born and raised in Elmira, Matt graduated from Conestoga College in 1996 (Construction Engineering Technology) and started his career ‘in the trenches’ while continuing his education with a General Carpenter Certificate and CGA Gold Seal for Superintendent.
Chris Buchanan
Vice President
Having grown up on a dairy farm, Chris learned the lessons of hard work, dedication, and persistence at a very young age. He began his career in the construction industry at age 17. Chris graduated from Conestoga College in 1999 (Construction Engineering Technology) and became a partner in Alder Concrete Group Ltd. in 2013.
Adam Baier, P. GSC, C.Tech
Managing Partner
Adam joined Alder Concrete Group in 2016, becoming a partner in 2019. A graduate Fanshawe College (Construction Engineering Technology, Project Management) in 1999, Adam previously held senior management roles in Construction and Operations with contractors and developers in the Waterloo Region.
CORE VALUES
Work Safely
We act consciously to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of our workforce and the communities where we build.
Build Trust, Earn Respect
We build trust and earn respect by being honest, reliable, and committed to doing what’s best for our customers, our company, and our people.
Embrace Teamwork
We believe in the power of the unit; it’s only through teamwork that we achieve greatness.
Take Pride
Our relentless pursuit of excellence is fostered by a strong work ethic, dedication to delivering high-quality products and services, and maintaining a positive mindset that drives us to continually improve.
Alder Concrete Group is proud to be a part of:
Formed in 1952, CLAC is a national union representing over 60,000 workers in almost every sector of the economy. Based on values of respect, dignity, and fairness, CLAC is committed to building better workplaces, better communities, and better lives.
Progressive Contractors Association of Canada (PCA) is a national construction association representing more than 140 contractors who employ over 40,000 skilled workers that belong primarily to the CLAC union. It acts as the advocate for members and conduit between government, industry and their affiliated unions to help members access opportunities and grow their business.
The Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA) exists to create a supportive environment where it advocates, promotes and collaborates on behalf of its members. Whether the issue is local, provincial or national, the GVCA helps members handle challenges, legalities and legislative requirements of the construction industry.
