About Us
Heavy West Contracting was formed in 2014 when two brothers decided to team up and launch an excavation company building unique projects and offering heavy equipment services. With the recent addition of a third partner, Heavy West Contracting was able to expand and offer a larger array of services putting together years of combined experience, skills and knowledge to fully launch this new and exciting company. With offices in both Maple Ridge and Langley, Heavy West Contracting is able to meet your needs in the Lower Mainland and Greater Vancouver area.
Founders
Shawn Kalesnikoff – Shawn has worked in the construction industry and related fields for more than 23 years as both a machine operator and supervisor. Shawn is highly skilled and specializes in machine operation with expertise in fine and detailed grade with specific training in steep ground and congested areas. Shawn is versed in all aspects of pipe work and surveying including site design with a focus on retaining walls and bridge construction.
Sheldon Kalesnikoff – Sheldon has worked in the construction industry for 23+ years operating heavy equipment and running multi-million dollar jobs in both BC and Alberta. Sheldon has extensive experience operating all major heavy equipment and is skilled in any environment from multi lane highways, farm field drainage to backyard retaining walls. Sheldon is an experienced superintendent with strong team building and leadership skills with an exceptional safety record.
Certified Septic Design & Installation
Heavy West Contracting was formed in 2014 when two brothers decided to team up and launch an excavation company building unique projects and offering heavy equipment services. With the recent addition of a third partner, Heavy West was able to expand and offer a larger array of services putting together years of combined experience, skills and knowledge to fully launch this new and exciting company. With offices in both Maple Ridge and Langley, Heavy West Contracting is able to meet your needs in the Lower Mainland and Greater Vancouver area.
Meet our team…
SHAWN KALESNIKOFF- OWNER AND OPERATIONS
604-379-0785
Shawn has worked in the construction industry and related fields for more than 23 years as both a machine operator and supervisor. Shawn is highly skilled and specializes in machine operation with expertise in fine and detailed grade with specific training in steep ground and congested areas. Shawn is versed in all aspects of pipe work and surveying including site design with a focus on retaining walls and bridge construction.
Experience:
- Superintendent-M2K Construction 2015-2019
- Supervisor and heavy equipment operator-Kiewit 2000-2015
- Heavy Equipment operator-White Contracting 1996-2000
SHELDON KALESNIKOFF-OWNER AND OPERATIONS
604-992-8270
Sheldon has worked in the construction industry for 23+ years operating heavy equipment and running multi-million dollar jobs in both BC and Alberta. Sheldon has extensive experience operating all major heavy equipment and is skilled in any environment from multi lane highways, farm field drainage to backyard retaining walls. Sheldon is an experienced superintendent with strong team building and leadership skills with an exceptional safety record.
Experience:
- Superintendent-M2K Construction 2014-2019
- Superintendent and heavy equipment operator-Kiewit 2007-2014
- Heavy Equipment Operator-Leading Edge Contracting 2000-2007