About Us
Ashton Construction Services
Experts in completing commercial construction projects in the Bow Valley, our Operations Centre is located in Canmore, Alberta. Trusted by business owners and leaders to manage their health care, retail, office, food & beverage, and multi-family build projects. When you partner with ACS, you’ll also have peace of mind of knowing the Bow Valley’s largest commercial construction company is on your team.
Our formidable reputation and 5-star Google reviews make us the most reputable construction management firm in Canmore. Our team delivers exceptional construction experiences with extraordinary high-quality results, on time, and within budget. Using a variety of project delivery methods, combined with our solid reputation among local designers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients, our team has completed hundreds of commercial construction projects for business owners in the Bow Valley.
Building Dreams Since Since 2014
The ACS team knows the Bow Valley! We pride ourselves on our relationships with local partners and governments. Our local knowledge of the Town of Canmore and Town of Banff commercial building policies and permits makes ACS a formidable partner.
ACS is in good standing with professional industry associations, including ASET and APEGA, our insurer, WCB, our financial institution, and the local jurisdictions having authority, such as the Town of Canmore, Town of Banff, MD of Bighorn, Parks Canada, BOWDA, as well as the Provincial and Federal governments.
2021 Achievements
Revenue
$6.5 million
Projects
38
2022 Achievements
Revenue
$9 million
Projects
48
2023 Projections
Revenue
$16 million
Projects
52
Innovative Firm with Local Relationship
Our innovative approach provides peace of mind by reducing risk and minimizing issues. Using industry-leading software, including our cloud-based construction management software BuilderTrend, MS Project, MS, and QBO our team can limit complications, delays, and deficiencies. In addition to a full accounting department, including a CFO, and a full-time accounting manager, our team also includes additional bookkeeping and admin people.
When you partner with ACS, you’re partnering with a trusted, local firm. As a Bow Valley construction company, we have established relationships with the best local and regional architects, interior designers, engineers, and sub-trades in Canmore, Banff, Calgary, and beyond. Our network of reliable, high-quality industry partners and sub-trades sets us apart from the competition. We’re also proud of our team of talented professionals, our relationships with local trades, and our local Canmore Operations Centre.
Building High-Quality Commercial Construction Projects on Time & Budget
Client First
Our number one priority is always our client’s happiness. We love to help people build their dream businesses. Transforming thier vision into reality.
Design Build Services
Using design build we complete high-quality commercial construction projects on budget and time, all while also “wowing” our clients.
Expertise & Passion
With a proven track record for successful builds, our talented team collaborates with project stakeholders to achieve high-quality results.
Local Knowledge & Relationships
Open & Honest Communication
We’re not shy about having hard conversations. When you partner with us you can expect open and honest communication throughout your project.
Peace of Mind
Worksite Safety
Safety is our number one priority. We take health and safety very seriously and we’re proud of our strong commitment to safety, it’s always at the heart of everything we do. Our world-class safety program includes ensuring all job-site workers sign in every day, including visitors to the worksites. We ensure all workers have received/completed their site orientation program and are completing daily hazard assessments for each company. We organize weekly site inspections and toolbox talks and facilitate any necessary worksite investigations and action plans.
ACS is a Workplace Safety Certificate of Recognition (COR) certified construction company. This Canadian occupational safety and health accreditation program is a business standard that helps us improve our health and safety while also meeting provincial legal standards. All our team members are also First Aid Certified.
ACS believes that safety culture starts at the top of any organization. Founder, President & CEO, Steve Ashton, achieved the designation of National Construction Safety Officer through extensive training obtained at the Calgary Construction Safety Association. This level of training allows Steve to understand the stringent requirements required by law to help effectively manage health and safety on a variety of construction project delivery types.
No Stone Goes Unturned…
We pride ourselves on our team’s exemplary customer service. Our advanced construction project management industry technology and systems allow our team to communicate seamlessly with project partners, clients, and other project stakeholders. Streamlined communications save our clients time and money, which allows us to help more business owners.
Get the best value for your investment with our value engineering approach. Using our advanced tech systems, innovative processes, and other cost controls, we provide a streamlined construction experience unlike any other. Our team doesn’t rely on architects and engineers to create detailed budgets. We understand the costs and can integrate them early in the process. Our integrated approach to design allows us to maintain our stellar reputation of completing commercial construction projects on budget and within time.
Memberships & Associations
ACS is committed to the highest standards in the construction industry. We’re members of the following groups which help us hold ourselves, and other construction professionals, to these standards.
Bow Valley Builders & Developers Association
Alberta Construction Safety Association
Bow Valley Chamber of Commerce
The Associate of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta
Built Green
Builder Member
Canadian Green Building Council
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Ashton Construction Services (ACS) celebrates diversity, equality, and inclusion. We believe in fostering a safe and inclusive workplace and community. Our team is committed to incorporating DEI practices, including holding one another accountable. We’re proud that a quarter of our team is female!
ACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We don’t discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by country, regional, or local law.