Our Team
Who We Are
A fundamental strength of the FVB team is the wide variety of disciplines represented, and depth of experienced professionals in all areas of District Energy Systems. We have a greater pool of in-house resources experienced in DES than any other consultant in North America, which allows FVB staff to problem-solve more effectively and evaluate applicable opportunities and creative solutions.
Our Approach
Sustainability and innovation are at the core of FVB’s work and one key quality that makes us unique is a combination of business and technical skills focused on evaluating energy profiles and creating energy solutions. Our engineering professionals are industry leaders in the planning and implementation of low carbon district energy systems and related renewable technologies.
- Innovative and Solution-Oriented. We are widely regarded as an innovator and pioneer in DES in North America.
- Integrated Approach. We work closely with clients to identify solutions and best methodologies.
- Dedicated Project Team. We are experts in engineering, design, and the construction of DES systems.
- Extensive Operational Experience. We have unmatched hands-on experience in all aspects of DES, from feasibility to commissioning.
- Best-in-Class Consultants. We have a deeper pool of DES industry experts than any other consultant in North America.
Meet the Leadership Team
Richard Damecour,
P. Eng., MBA
President & CEO
Robert Doyle, P. Eng.
Principal
Jim Manson, P. Eng.
Principal
Bård Skagestad,
P.Eng. LEED® AP
Principal
John Chin, P. Eng.
Principal
Bryn Elliott, P. Eng.
Engineering Manager, Vancouver
Sherri Wolter, P. Eng., LEED® AP
Engineering Manager, Edmonton
Michael Conte, P. Eng., LEED® AP
Engineering Manager,
Toronto
Andrew Young, P. Eng., LEED® BD+C, LEED® O&M
Engineering Manager,
Ottawa
Mark Spurr, B.A.
Principal
James Bohn, MBA, MPP
Principal, Minneapolis Office Director
Talia Kosyk, CPA, CGA
Controller, Business Manager
Niall Pidgeon, B.Eng.
Senior Manager, Strategic Development & Projects
Our Difference
FVB Energy is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms specializing in District Energy solutions, with diverse skills and deep experience in district energy, policy and infrastructure. Our passionate people are driven to creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve. With over 50 professionals across North America and +100 in Europe, we are dedicated to our local communities and supported by our international expertise.
Reliable Partner
FVB has over 200 employees world-wide and has delivered district energy solutions for almost 50 years, working in over 30 countries.
Complete End-to-End Service
FVB provides complete business and technical guidance for energy system development, from idea through design, financing, construction, commissioning and operations.
Holistic Approach
Exponential Energy solutions is FVB´s commitment to our clients around the world. We offer a holistic approach by assessing each project from multiple angles with Engineering, Economics and the Environment in mind.
Technology Agnostic
FVB continuously strengthening our knowledge base through the work we undertake and our engineering expertise is firmly rooted in the real world; moving beyond feasibility studies and conceptual designs.
Cutting Edge Knowledge
FVB is continuously involved in research projects for the development of new technologies. Active participation in DE industry, low carbon and CHP working groups.