Mat Mckay

I am a carpenter by trade with extensive experience across residential, commercial, and film industry construction, including leadership roles as a site lead, head carpenter and owner/operator of my own construction business. I bring a strong background in project management, site operations, and crew coordination, with a hands-on approach to delivering high-quality builds safely and efficiently. My experience spans site preparation, formwork, grading coordination, and full-cycle construction, giving me a well-rounded understanding of skilled and construction trades, excavation, landscaping and concrete work.

I have worked closely with architects, engineers, planners, and municipal officials to move projects from concept, into permits and approvals, execution and through to completion for occupancy. I am highly proficient in reading and interpreting architectural, civil, and structural drawings, and I have hands-on experience with layout, survey equipment, and AutoCAD to assist accuracy in the field. Safety is a core value in my work.

I maintain a strong understanding of construction safety regulations and consistently promote a safety-first culture on all job sites.

Owner/Operator at Lignin Build Services (2018-01 – Present)

• Consulting and Design Services on Commercial & Residential Real Estate Development
• Project Management Services for general building contracts
• Property Management and Build Partnership Services including; One City Peterborough, Corrections Canada, Senior Women Living, Forecast

Owner/Operator at Footprint General Contracting (2009-01 – 2018-12)

• Residential and Commercial Design and Build Services
• Specialty carpentry and construction building services for projects such as; The Fogo Island Inn Newfoundland, Wakestock Inc., Lakefield College School, The Edge 102.1, ROM - Royal Ontario Museum

Nabet 700 Film and Television Carpenter/Head Carpenter at Reel Media, HGTV (2009-01 – 2013-12)

• Develop and lead construction crews for set projects
• Ensure all tasks comply within project deadlines, design plans and set safety protocols
• Coordinate construction project schedule with within film and shoot schedules
• Manage, track and report on large scale construction budgets
• Monitor daily construction operations for quality management and accuracy
• Lead for performance and quality inspections and reporting metrics quarterly
• Report on health and safety and incidents to film project leads
• Procure construction materials within allocated budgets

Joinery Cabinetmaker at Mill Line Custom Cabinetry (2006-01 – 2008-12)

• Mill and dress rough lumber to within a 64th" as required by specs
• In shop assembly and onsite installation of custom 'face framed' cabinets for clients in the Kawartha Lakes, Peterborough and Haliburton areas

Business Co-Owner at A Moveable Feast – Restaurant & Catering Co. (2005-01 – 2008-12)

• Ran a successful joint business venture in the Peterborough community
• Responsible for all business functions; catering, marketing, delivery and accounting
• Refurbished and renovated a heritage designated building in downtown Peterborough

Carpenter (Apprenticeship) at Tradition Log Homes (2003-01 – 2005-12)

• Assembly of repurposed late 18th century log homes
• Repair and remodel to Clients/Architect designs

General Carpentry Apprenticeship in Carpentry – Sir Sandford Fleming College (2001-01 – 2004-12)

Architectural Technology – Ryerson University (2008-01 – 2008-12)

Project Management – Project Management Association of Canada (2011-01 – 2011-12)

Health and Safety – Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (2015-01 – 2015-12)