About CISC
Leading the advancement of structural steel design, fabrication, and construction across Canada since 1930.
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To be the global leader in steel construction excellence, driving innovation and sustainability for a stronger, more resilient built environment.
Mission
To promote the use of steel in construction through technical excellence, advocacy, and certification, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality for the Canadian public.
Strategic Plan
2024-2028
See how the CISC is strengthening, promoting, and advancing Canadian steel construction — one pillar at a time.
Annual Report
2024-2025
Highlights the CISC’s key initiatives, achievements, and industry advancements to strengthen and promote Canada’s steel construction sector.
Leadership
The Board of Directors represents the breadth of Canada’s steel construction industry.
Executive Committee
Bryan White
Co-President, Operations, Steelway Building Systems
Chair
Tim Houtsma
P.Eng. | CEO, Marid Industries
Past Chair
Bill Munns
General Manager, Maple Industries
Vice Chair
David Drouin
P.Eng. | President, Quirion Metal
Directors
Richard Anderson
President, Tenca Steel Detailing, Inc.
Sylvie Boulanger
Ph.D., ing./P.Eng. | MTB Consulting
Barry Charnish
P.Eng. | Principal, Entuitive
Stephan Croteau
P.Eng. | General Manager, Western Canada and Vice President, Manufacturing Technologies, Canam Group
Bill Gates
P.Eng. | Vice President and General Manager, Ocean Steel
Amir Jamshidi
Ph.D., P.Eng., PE | President, Niik Steel
Walt Koppelaar
Executive Vice President, Marketing & U.S. Operations, Walters Inc.
Mark LeBel
Sales Manager – Construction & Distribution, Gerdau
Davin Madsen
P.Eng. | Senior Project Manager, Weldfab
Chris Malika
Territory Manager, Atlas Tube
Craig Martin
P.Eng. | Chief Operating Officer, CWB Group
Bonnie Pankratz
Director of Sales, ProForma Engineering
Paul Power
Preconstruction & Sales Manager, Canam Group
Jean-Michel Rancourt
Deputy General Manager, Manugypse
Vasudha Seth
Vice President, Strategy, ArcelorMittal Dofasco
R.J. (Rob) Weisner
Vice President, Western Canadian Service Centers, Russel Metals
The CISC staff team — engineers, advocates, and program leads — based at our Markham headquarters.
Keanin Loomis
President & CEO
Logan Callele
M.Sc., P.Eng. | Director, Engineering
Rita Rahmati
Director, Communications
and Public Affairs
Michael Colalillo
Ph.D., P.Eng. | Senior Engineer
Sarah Majlesi
MSc, P.Eng., PMP | Senior Engineer
Michael Masi
P.Eng., M.Eng. | Manager, Engineering
Mandi Augustynski
P.Eng., M.Eng. | Manager, Business Initiatives – Quebec & Atlantic Region
Chris Weckesser
P.Eng., MASc. | Manager, Business Initiatives – BC, AB, SK
Suja John
Manager, Business Initiatives – ON, MB
Angelina Li
CPA, CGA, MBA
Accounting Manager
Jessica Tounsi
Administrative Assistant,
Assistant to the President
Carreen Edwards
Registrar
Marion Tripp
CED, DES
Events Manager
Mitchell Redshaw
Communications Coordinator
Amy Burlock
Senior Communications Specialist
CISC members and associations are invited to join our subject-matter and regional committees. These groups play a key role in shaping the association’s priorities, influencing policy positions, and contributing to the development of industry codes and standards.
Steel Construction Sector Committees
Additional Standing Committees
CSSBI Standing Sub-Committees — Report to the CSSBI Steering Committee
Standards Development Committees
Regional Committees
Interested in joining a committee? Contact the appropriate project manager listed above to get started.
CISC & CSSBI
Integration
In 2024, the Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute (CSSBI) integrated with the CISC to form a unified voice for the Canadian steel construction industry. This merger strengthens our advocacy and technical support for both hot-rolled and cold-formed steel.
Unified Voice
Better Standards
Greater Impact
Careers in the Steel Industry
Explore career pathways, education programs, and industry resources that support
the next generation of steel construction professionals.
Build Your
Career in Steel
Steel construction offers opportunities
across engineering, fabrication, project management, sustainability, architecture, and skilled trades.
Canadian Engineering and Architecture Programs
Find Canadian engineering and architecture programs in steel design and construction.
Steel Industry Career Paths
Access scholarships, competitions, mentorship opportunities, and career-building resources.
Industry Job Board
Connect with employers and opportunities across Canada’s steel construction sector.