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COREY HALL
Director, Pre-Construction at Aecon
SUBMITTING over $1 billion in infrastructure proposals
annually requires far more than just estimating capabilities;
it demands a masterful understanding of risk, commercial
strategy, and complex alternative delivery models. At Aecon,
one of North America’s leading construction and infrastructure development companies, this immense responsibility falls
to Corey Hall, the Director of Pre-Construction. His career is
a powerful testament to the value of continuous growth and
technical excellence. Having started his journey with Aecon as
a co-op student in 2007, Corey has ascended through the ranks,
mastering every facet of project management, 昀椀eld supervision,
and project controls. Today, he leads a massive multidisciplinary pre-construction team that plays a critical role in shaping
the future of Canadian infrastructure. His strategic foresight
has been instrumental in diversifying Aecon’s Civil East
portfolio, successfully expanding the company’s footprint into
high-growth sectors such as transit, hydroelectric, and power
infrastructure.
Corey’s expertise is particularly pronounced in navigating
sophisticated alternative delivery models, including Construction Management at Risk (CMAR), Progressive Design-Build, Integrated Project Delivery, and Alliance contracts. His leadership
was pivotal in securing landmark projects like the Hamilton
LRT and the highly sensitive Arctic Over-the-Horizon Radar
Program, showcasing his exceptional ability to align complex
technical requirements with rigorous commercial frameworks.
A licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario and a certi昀椀ed
Project Management Professional, Corey holds a Bachelor of
Engineering in Civil Engineering from Western University. This
robust educational foundation supports his unparalleled ability
to manage risks and negotiate complex contracts on projects
valued from hundreds of millions to several billion dollars.
He is widely respected for his calm, decisive leadership and
his talent for building consensus among diverse teams, including owners, designers, contractors, and joint-venture partners.
His approach is deeply collaborative; he focuses on creating
alignment and driving outcomes rather than simply managing
processes. Beyond his immediate project responsibilities, Corey
is a passionate advocate for the future of infrastructure delivery.
He actively champions progressive procurement models that
promote shared accountability and more e昀昀ective risk management. Whether leading multi-billion-dollar pursuits or developing strategic partnerships, Corey consistently demonstrates
sound judgment and a forward-looking perspective. His ability
to bridge the gap between technical engineering and commercial strategy has not only positioned Aecon as a trusted partner
on some of Canada’s most signi昀椀cant civil projects but has also
solidi昀椀ed his reputation as an exceptional leader. Corey Hall’s
remarkable career progression and his ongoing contributions to
the modernization of Canadian infrastructure make him a highly deserving honoree, ensuring Aecon remains at the cutting
edge of innovative project delivery.
SITE REPORTS
COLLEAGUES say Corey is usually the first person at work and
one of the last to leave.
What their peers said: “Corey consistently goes the extra
mile behind the scenes, supporting colleagues and ensuring
every detail is considered. Their humility often means these
contributions go unnoticed, but they are central to Corey’s
effectiveness as leader.“
He's been with Aecon for nearly 20 years, starting as a
coordinator in 2007.
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