John Puckering has “lived” heavy construction for more than 20 years while holding key management responsibilities within the industry. In his current position, he oversees DCL's field employees as well as an experienced administrative staff based in the company's Fort McMurray headquarters. He has managed projects valued up to half a billion dollars, notably Suncor's Steepbank Mine Project where he was senior project manager (1994-99). From 1984 to 1994, he served as a project supervisor with Seaway Project Management Ltd. in Calgary. With firms such as Conearth Inc., Krause Enterprises Ltd. and North Star Construction Ltd., John has contributed to a wide variety of mining, road and building projects in Western Canada, Ontario and Mexico.

Working on projects ranging from road and municipal infrastructure to site preparation for resource and commercial construction, John has been exposed to all facets of equipment selection, operations and maintenance. His field experience is backed by training in construction law, civil engineering and surveying. John's well-developed skills in planning, cost tracking, scheduling and estimating help ensure value for money spent.