John Edward Fair
West Kelowna,BC
Summary
Senior consulting professional with proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring reliable performance. Expertise in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement, combined with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Known for integrity, reliability, and dedication to achieving organizational goals.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
President
Fair Canada Engineering Ltd
04.1991 - 06.2022
- I was the owner and President of Fair Canada Engineering Ltd for over 30 years.
- I have extensive experience in a variety of industrial processes. I have worked on almost every large industrial complex in Alberta such as the Oil Sands, Chemical, and Petro-Chemical sites in Alberta.
- I represented Ecodyne/ Marmon Water on all their Water Treatment Projects in Alberta and Saskatchewan from 1994-2022. My area of expertise is Produced Water Treatment; specifically Hot Lime Softeners, Warm Lime Softeners, After Filters, and WAC/ SAC Softeners. As well, I worked on de-oiling systems such as Skim Tanks, IGF’s, and ORF’s.
- I have extensive experience in the areas of engineering, produced water treatment equipment, and project management. My experience spans the areas of: Design, Scheduling, Estimation, Cost Control, Contract Administration, Team Management, Design/Process Review, Fabrication Inspection, Quality Control, Safety Management, Equipment Selection, Trouble Shooting, Negotiation, Field Work & Installation, Labour Relations, and Public Relations.
- I have a technical background that includes extensive expertise in: Process Systems, Rotating Mechanical Equipment, Pumping Systems, Pressure Piping Systems, Steam Turbines, Electrical Control Systems, Structural Design, Pressure Vessels, A.S.M.E. Codes, Steel Fabrication, Process Flow Diagrams, Preliminary/Budget through Final Design, Piping ISO’s, Specifications, Site Inspection, Commissioning, and Efficiency/ Productivity Studies.
- Over 30 years of Technical and Project Management Experience in Produced Water Treatment and Waste Water Treatment.
- Excellent Business Writing and Technical Writing Skills.
Senior Consultant, Calgary Branch Manager, Manager of Industrial Engineering
Stanley Technology Group
- Senior Consultant, Stanley Industrial Consultants Ltd. Corporate HQ
- Calgary Branch Manager, Stanley Industrial Consultants Ltd.
- Manager of Industrial Engineering, Stanley Associates Engineering Ltd.
- (Before it became Stantec Consulting)
- Prior to starting Fair Canada Engineering Ltd, I held the following positions:
General Manager of Engineering and Sales, Engineering Supervisor/Manager, Sales/Project Engineer
Zazula Process Equipment Ltd
- General Manager of Engineering and Sales
- Engineering Supervisor/Manager
- Sales/Project Engineer
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
University of Toronto
Management Development Certificate - P.E. G.G. Program
University of Calgary
Skills
- Consulting
- Teamwork mindset
- Business planning
- Project documentation
- Project management
- Negotiation
- Human resources management
- Enterprise architecture
Languages
English and advanced level Spanish
Spanish
Professional Working
Affiliations
- The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
- Western Canada Water and Wastewater Association
- Canadian Heavy Oil Association (CHOA)
- Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA) – Export Committee
- Project Management Institute – Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
- V.P. Operations, Board of Directors, Multiple positions over several years
Personal Interests
Golf, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, tennis, skiing, and general fitness
Timeline
President
Fair Canada Engineering Ltd
04.1991 - 06.2022
Management Development Certificate - P.E. G.G. Program
University of Calgary
Senior Consultant, Calgary Branch Manager, Manager of Industrial Engineering
Stanley Technology Group
General Manager of Engineering and Sales, Engineering Supervisor/Manager, Sales/Project Engineer
Zazula Process Equipment Ltd
Bachelor of Applied Science - Civil Engineering
University of Toronto