Senior Leadership Team

Andrew Dalton, Chief Executive Officer

As Dalton's Chief Executive Officer, Andrew is committed to the vigorous pursuit of the company's vision and high standards.

Andrew is actively involved in creating strong client relationships and helping clients find the best building solutions to meet their specific needs and increase their opportunities for a successful project.

Andrew values his personal volunteer and leadership work with various community organizations.

Randy Dalton, President

Randy was born and bred into the construction business and learned through his father, who created Dalton's original formula for success.

A part of the organization for nearly 25 years, Randy is a partner for the corporation with his brother, Andrew. His motivation in the business is to exceed customer expectations, which fosters repeat and referral business. Randy's ultimate goal is to have a project team meet a "Definition of Success" that instills pride in the end result and enables team members to feel personally fulfilled with their contribution.

Randy is the former president of the University Club of Toronto and an avid skier and member of Craigleith Ski Club. He is also a volunteer with the Canadian Cancer Society and an avid supporter of Princess Margaret Hospital.

James Muir, CFO and HR/Employee Development

A Chartered Accountant, James is Dalton's single source advisor for overall financial activities and planning, including client cash flow scheduling, subcontractor contracts and construction insurance and bonding. He also oversees Employee practices including benefits administration and 360 degree feedback.

James is a graduate of the University of Toronto and came to Dalton nearly 20 years ago from PriceWaterhouseCoopers, where he worked in the Audit and Business Valuations divisions.

James brings the highest level of accountability to his responsibilities and has developed a high degree of trust in his working relationships with staff and business associates.

James is a Director of the Rosedale Golf Club and has been a volunteer at Bedford Park Public School and is a former Treasurer of the Ontario Badminton Association.

Rick Gosine, Vice President, Project Development and Marketing

Rick has been with the firm since 1992, beginning his career with Dalton as a project coordinator/estimator. His hands-on experience has given him a special expertise and understanding of the the construction industry.

Rick possesses a wealth of executive construction experience with contract procurement methods and is highly skilled at developing productive relationships with colleagues and clients at all levels. Rick not only consistently delivers successful projects but also builds "alliances" through his dedication to client expectations, personal integrity and professional work ethics.

In his role as Vice President of Project Development and Marketing, Rick has responsibility for all strategy, development, partner relationships and go-to-market activities for Dalton's portfolio of services. He is also responsible for the business development of building opportunities within institutional, public and commercial projects. Creating and sustaining close, valued client relationships is one of his primary goals.

Ravi Rajpal, Vice President, Estimating

Ravi has over 20 years of experience in the industry. He began his career in Winnipeg, Manitoba and moved to Ontario 7 years ago.

As Vice President of Estimating, Ravi is responsible for all project budgets and construction estimates. His duties include negotiations with clients and architects, drafting of subcontracts, and overall management of several ongoing projects.

Ravi has experience in all aspects of commercial construction estimating and is particularly skilled in the area of value engineering. In addition to his detailed knowledge of the construction market and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, Ravi stays abreast of the latest estimating software and tools.

Ravi is a member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and the Ontario Institute of Quantity Surveyors. He has a Gold Seal Certification.

Jeff Pearson, General Manager - Building Services

A part of the Dalton team since 2000, Jeff was appointed General Manager of Building Services in April 2009. He is responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction operations and training programs. Jeff's commitment to Dalton's Alternative Approach to Building ensures the highest possible standards are applied to every aspect of work and that client expectations are consistently exceeded.

Prior to his current role, Jeff was a Senior Project Manager and brings nearly 20 years experience in commercial, industrial, residential and institutional projects. Crediting his years of hands-on experience in the field and his inherent understanding of the building process, Jeff provides a solid contribution to the projects and teams at Dalton.

Jeff has an MBA from the Rotman School of Management and a B.Sc in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto. He is a member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario.

David Knight, Project Manager

David is decisive, action-oriented and results-focused with nearly 20 years of experience in project and construction management. He excels at team building and client relations, budget management and developing project scope. Driven by new challenges and a desire to be successful in all endeavors, David enjoys navigating all aspects of complex projects.

As a LEED Accredited Professional, David has experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) initiatives.

David is a graduate of George Brown College's construction management program and is currently pursuing his civil engineering degree at York University.

Tony Taurasi, Project Manager

Tony is a senior construction professional with over 20 years of construction experience. He brings an excellent understanding of the construction process with experience in all facets, from the initial design phase and preparation of architectural drawings and scope of work to budgeting, tendering, scheduling, supervision, inspection and quality control.

Given his vast experience, Tony is skilled at foreseeing project obstacles and taking action to eliminate or mitigate their impact. Projects he has worked on include Shanahan Ford, the Canadian Hebrew Academy of Toronto and Zoomermedia.

Tony is a graduate of Seneca College's engineering program. His interests include flying; he has a private pilot license and is pursuing his flight instructor's rating so he can teach others in his free time.

Scott McIvor, Project Manager

A part of the Dalton team since 2008, Scott demonstrates strength in project management, project costing and formulation of business strategies and procedures. He is an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills that enable him to establish and maintain solid relationships with clients, provide technological solutions and achieve solid project management results.

Scott has a proven track record of meeting and surpassing objectives and is able to handle multiple responsibilities. Past projects include the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club, Artscape Wychwood Barns and a private residence in King City, ON.

Scott is a graduate of Brock University.