Gill Construction has developed relationships with some of the strongest small businesses in Prince Edward Island to ensure that all aspects of construction are performed to the highest standard. We highly encourage our employees to achieve their Red Seal in Carpentry and to further their education in the most up-to-date building practices.

At Gill Construction we will strive to ensure your project is completed for the greatest possible value, on time, and on budget. Whatever work you are considering we would be more than happy to work together to bring your plans into reality.

 

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About the Owners

• Tom Gill graduated from UPEI in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Economics.
• In 1973, Tom received a graduate diploma in Industrial Education from University of Alberta.
• Taught school and ran Gill Construction for 15 years. Due to increased construction demand he started full time in construction in 1990.
• Tom passed away due to complications from Lung Cancer in November of 2021. He leaves behind an immense legacy in this Company and the Construction Industry of Prince Edward Island- one that we intend to honor well into the future.
• Carson Gill, Tom’s son, graduated from UPEI with a BA in 1999. After having worked with Gill Construction from the age 14 years, he decided to make a career in the construction industry.
• Carson completed his carpentry training and received his carpentry license in 2000.

Gill Construction has a very stable work force with many of our carpenters and construction foreman being employed with the company for 10-20 years. We include every facet required for a completed project from initial planning to final landscaping.

Gill Construction Inc. has been providing Prince Edward Island with first rate general contracting and construction since 1981.

We do a variety of residential, commercial and farm projects. We specialize in turn-key operations.

Gill Construction Inc. is a member of the Atlantic Home Warranty Program and the Construction Association of PEI.

 

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Team

Troy Lea: Has been with Gill Construction for over 20 years. As a licensed carpenter and one of our project foremen, he consistently delivers high quality outcomes and remarkable customer satisfaction.

Craig Trainor: A red seal Carpenter with 10 years under his toolbelt, Craig has taken on the role of Concrete foreman.

Matt Bernard: A highly capable carpenter with an eye for detail. Matt has learned more about Construction in his time onsite than could ever be taught in a school. Quick, bright, energetic and quiet-until you get him laughing!

Jen Sheehan: Jen has been our Administrator, Social media director, Advertising coordinator, book-keeper and office Mom since 2017. A real treasure of a person with a work ethic to put us all to shame.

Cody Fitzpatrick: Been with us since 2017 as well. Cody has quietly worked his way up to a Project Lead position as well. He is dedicated to learning and takes great pride in his work.

Lucas Mitchell: Proof that sometimes great things come in small packages. Lucas’s keen intelligence and innate work ethic raise the level of all who have the privilege to work with him.

Caleb Read: We were lucky enough to catch ahold of Caleb at a time of Career transition due to a family connection to the company. In his role as Estimator, Caleb has greatly increased the professionalism of Gill Construction through his organization, facility with tech and hunger for personal growth.

Lucas Manuel: “Red” Lucas has been a terrific surprise addition to Gill Construction. Coming to us through a ‘Youth In Trades’ program, Lucas has quickly become an integral Journeyman to our organization. Beware the quiet ones-they are always watching!

Ben O’Brien, Sam King and Addison Hawbolt: Our current crop of apprentices. I sincerely hope Jen has to bully me into writing a proper profile for each of these fine young men in a couple years. Our future is bright if I can keep these guys around!!