Jon Nelken

An Architectural technologist, designer and Master Carpenter with more than 25 years in the construction/contracting industry who brings an exemplary attention to detail, with a focus on the larger picture and the drive to ensure that the work managed is done correctly through the initial process.

With an extensive history of hands-on construction skills; I have developed a strong understanding of materials such as wood frame, steel, masonry and precast concrete construction for use in all manners of institutional, commercial, and residential environments. I have developed, and still maintain, my understanding and application of building codes,

specifications, estimation, structural, electrical, and mechanical systems.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

● Winner of OAA / AATO competition for Large Building Design in 2018

● Operated a successful general contracting business for over 20 years.

● Managed more than 300 renovation projects with budgets exceeding $1,000,000 up to projects of $6,000,000

● Mentored over 20 junior carpenters in the 20+ years I have been in the industry..

● Key player on multi-million dollar residential and commercial projects including interior renovations for Toronto General Hospital, Mount Sinai General Hospital, and Sick Kids

Hospital

● Designed exhibits for Toronto and Barrie National Home Shows

● Extensive consulting work for various custom and one off projects that extend beyond the construction industry

● Designed custom tools, through to manufacturing and sales throughout Ontario

• Humber College of Applied Technology, September 2014 – March 2017
• Architectural Technology – 96% Final GPA
• Winner OAA Competition Large Building Historical redesign
• Commercial Carpentry Apprenticeship, June 1996 – May 2000
• Junior Carpenter – 1992 –1996
  • Commercial and Residential Interiors and Renovations
  • Trained in Commercial Construction Techniques and Systems
  • Extensively trained in carpentry, drywall systems, plastering, commercial and retail building systems.