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A trusted civil construction partner since 1970
We operate from branches in Calgary, Lethbridge, and Leduc, with a dedicated local Edmonton team experienced in large-scale linear infrastructure upgrades. Whissell is one of the largest deep utility contractors in Southern Alberta, with significant expertise in civil earthworks, underground utility installations, and complex infrastructure upgrades. Once awarded a scope of work, our teams promptly allocate the appropriate workforce, specialized equipment, and support resources to meet project requirements. This disciplined approach ensures accountability at every level and consistent, successful delivery across both small-scale assignments and large, multi-year contracts.

The work no one sees, but everyone depends on. Whissell is the expert in underground construction with extensive experience ranging from subdivision servicing to infrastructure projects and everything in between. Deep utilities, trunk mains, lift stations, diversions, and complex tie-ins. Precision at depth. Performance under pressure.
Underground Infrastructure

From raw ground to ready-for-build. Mass excavation, site development, pad construction, ponds, slopes, and large-scale grading powered by one of Alberta’s most capable fleets.
Earthworks & Grading

When it needs to move, we move it. From oversized loads to specialized equipment and materials, Whissell’s experienced drivers and dispatch team deliver heavy haul solutions that keep projects on schedule. No route too complex. No load too demanding. Just disciplined logistics and dependable delivery, every time.
Heavy Haul & Transportation

Built responsibly. Delivered confidently. From landfill construction and remediation to slope protection, wet works, and complex industrial civil projects, Whissell delivers with precision, discipline, and environmental care. Backed by decades of experience, we ensure your project is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule, without compromising quality or stewardship.
Industrial & Environmental
Dedicated Local Teams, Operational Strength, Proven Results
Operational Strength
We do not wait for problems to appear; we plan to prevent them. This disciplined approach allows us to maintain schedule integrity and cost control, even on complex, multi-phase projects.
Once awarded a scope of work, our operations teams immediately begin forecasting:
- Workforce requirements
- Equipment allocation
- Material procurement
- Sequencing and risk mitigation
- Traffic and stakeholder coordination
Delivery Models
Our teams contribute constructibility insight early, identifying efficiencies that reduce risk and optimize budgets.
We have extensive experience working under:
- Design-Bid-Build
- Design-Assist
- Design-Build
- Collaborative delivery models
Quality & Systems
Quality is not inspected at the end, it’s managed throughout. Whissell operates under a comprehensive Quality Management System aligned with seven quality management principles.
Our process includes:
- Pre-Installation Reports (PIRs)
- Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
- Daily quality checklists
- Subcontractor prequalification
- Continuous performance tracking
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