about
Incorporated in 1976, Villeneuve Construction has expanded over the years to serve not just our immediate community of Hearst, but Northern Ontario altogether, spanning over 75,000 sq km across the northern part of the province, establishing itself as the premier construction company in the region.
Our offices located in Hearst, Cochrane, Kapuskasing and Wawa, our concrete and asphalt production facilities, our aggregate resources and our in-house parts and equipment maintenance facilities allow us to be an efficient and productive construction company throughout Northern Ontario.
We use modern and efficient equipment, designed not only to get the job done, but to get it done safely, effectively, on time and on budget, through our team of over 125 full-time and 125 seasonal workers.
Our success comes from our dedication to excellence in quality, our dedicated team of employees, our knowledge of the region and its needs, and our experienced senior management team.
our leadership
Ghislain Lacroix
President
Hired as the first employee in 1976, becoming a full partner in 1981 and taking on the role of President of Villeneuve Construction in 2013, Ghislain has been instrumental in the growth and success of the company.
Ghislain’s leadership shaped the company’s direction over the last 4 decades, growing it from the budding community-based construction company to an icon of Northern Ontario’s construction industry. His demonstrated leadership and loyalty are amplified by his respect for the company’s employees, and his willingness to provide guidance and support to keep both the employees and the company successful and forward-focused.
Mario Villeneuve
vice President
For over two decades, Mario has been putting the company’s vision into action by building and growing client relationships for Villeneuve Construction. Adopting a hands-on approach, he is always ready to meet with a client and ensure that all project requirements and client needs are satisfied.
Mario brings to Villeneuve Construction a philosophy of transparency and flexibility. This adaptability makes him an invaluable resource in ensuring the successful completion of the company’s multiple projects.
Martin Villeneuve
Fleet Manager
For over 20 years at Villeneuve Construction, Martin has developed and executed on the largest and most organized fleet in the region. The skillset he brings to the position includes being a certified technician of maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and heavy trucks, and being keenly aware of the culture and vision to maintain the most reliable fleet in Northern Ontario.
His focus ensures that the equipment maintenance program remains standardized and adaptable to the changing needs of the industry, making the fleet agile, functional and ready.