About Durwest

Durwest Construction Management Inc. is a Victoria-based firm specializing in Project Management and Construction Management.

Core Values

We manage every project like it’s our own by protecting the budget, the schedule, and our client’s confidence in the process. We follow through, own every stage, and hold the team accountable with professionalism and integrity. We stay steady under pressure, solve problems early, and provide practical builder insight that brings complex visions to life.

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Strong relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Our success depends on aligning people, decisions, and execution with true collaboration. We earn trust through respect, transparency, and clear communication. We show up with humility and act with intentionality, always mindful of the communities we impact.

Learn about how we support local organizations and initiatives that strengthen our community.

We attract people who are curious, ambitious, and committed to raising the bar. Growth at Durwest isn’t a program; it’s a shared mindset and an integral part of our culture. Sharpening our edge means creating an experience that supports this pursuit of excellence. This collective drive makes us more resilient, more adaptable, and ready to thrive in a constantly evolving industry.

Learn how we’re supporting safer, more respectful worksites through the Builders Code.

Who is Durwest?

We are a Victoria-based construction management firm with over 40 years of experience delivering complex projects across Vancouver Island. We specialize in project and construction management for public and private clients, managing projects ranging from $500,000 to $85 million. Known for our collaborative approach, technical strength, and commitment to integrity, we prioritize real relationships and lasting results. Now expanding across Western Canada, we’re bringing our Island-born culture and trusted reputation to new communities.

Meet the leadership team driving Durwest forward—learn more about our leadership team.

Virtually all our projects over the past 40+ years have been delivered under the construction management model as we do not undertake any general contracting or trade contracting work. This dedicated approach gives us a deep understanding of the management principles required to consistently meet budget, schedule, and program objectives.

Explore some of Durwest’ featured work and see the projects we’re proud to be part of.

We serve a diverse clientele, including all levels of government, nonprofit societies and private developers. Durwest brings a wealth of experience with not only the technical side of construction management but a project management ability, and if our clients so wish, to take the lead over the entire project to manage stakeholders, programs, consultants, budgets and schedules with a clear understanding of necessary reporting systems to management and boards.

Durwest offers a proactive and collaborative management style and a proven track record of providing the leadership necessary to build a cohesive team. We have demonstrated an ability to create a co-operative environment conducive to allowing all participants to contribute to their full potential.

We have developed and refined management systems to maximize value through a comprehensive and formal project administration system and rigorous project control. Thirty five plus years in the management business has provided high quality references which attest to the integrity, dedication and work ethic we bring to each new project.