From a young age, Jon Kindrachuk has been fascinated by the process of building and creating something tangible from scratch, fueling his passion for construction. “I have always appreciated the collaborative nature of construction and the eclectic mix of people it brings together,” he says.

The Public Private Partnership delivery model stands as one of the best examples of collaboration between a public entity and private sector firms, especially when building large, complex infrastructure projects. More commonly known as a P3, this holistic approach brings together a diverse team comprising the equity developer, designer, design builder, lenders, maintenance and operations providers into a powerful consortium, that oversees the design, construction, finance, operation and the long-term maintenance of the build. With his passion for people and collaboration, it’s no wonder Kindrachuk has emerged as PCL’s go-to P3 expert.

Kindrachuk joined PCL in 2007 and has proven instrumental in positioning the company as a trusted leader in P3 contract model – starting with the Consolidated Rent-A-Car (ConRAC) at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The project was PCL’s first P3 in the U.S., and it also met the threshold for a megaproject, with a budget of over $1 billion. Kindrachuk found he enjoyed navigating the innate contract complexities and the collaborative innovation that defines P3 projects.

“Being open to new opportunities and challenges is an integral part of surviving in this industry,” he says.

The LAX ConRAC provided Kindrachuk with invaluable experience and skills that he brought with him to lead the Clackamas County Circuit Courthouse Project in Oregon City, Oregon — the state's first courthouse built under a P3 contract. “Executing the contract obligations within the P3 model,” says Kindrachuk. “From the LAX ConRAC project to the Clackamas Courthouse project, I’ve been able to use my experience to build methodologies and mutually rewarding relationships, which are crucial to the success of these projects.”

Kindrachuk's career at PCL has been shaped by several impactful projects beyond P3s. "Throughout my time at PCL, I've had the privilege to work on significant projects that underscore the positive impact of the built environment on communities," Kindrachuk says.

A highlight of Kindrachuk’s career was his involvement in the Canadian Museum for Human Rights project. This endeavor brought together consultants from around the globe to create an iconic landmark and world-class cultural institution that embodies the universal aspirations of unity, peace and understanding. "To this day, some of my most enduring friendships were formed during that project, which speaks to the special nature of our industry and the people within it," Kindrachuk says.

Kindrachuk actively participates in several industry organizations, including the CDN Construction Association Standard Practice Committee, which proposes new and evaluates existing industry standards, as well as the ACE Mentoring Program, an after-school program that connects high school students with architecture, construction and engineering professionals to provide mentorship and workforce development. Kindrachuk is passionate about PCL's dedication to charity work. On the Clackamas County Circuit Courthouse project, Kindrachuk led his team in donating time, goods and funds to the Clackamas Service Center, a community center for individuals and families seeking food relief and other resources, and Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) of Clackamas County, an organization that trains and supports court-appointed advocates who serve children in the foster care system.