RIVER DISTRICT PRESENTATION CENTRE

Ethan McDonald

General Superintendent

Ethan is a seasoned construction leader with extensive experience specializing in Mass Timber construction. Having progressed from Carpenter to General Superintendent, he brings a comprehensive understanding of the construction process—from hands-on field operations through project leadership, coordination, and successful execution.

His experience spans residential and commercial construction, renovations, framing, finishing, and the delivery of complex, large-scale Mass Timber projects. This broad field background gives Ethan a practical understanding of how projects come together and enables him to anticipate challenges, develop effective solutions, and support teams from preconstruction through installation and completion.

Known for his integrity, reliability, and commitment to safety, Ethan brings a practical, solutions-focused approach to demanding construction environments. He has played a key role in successfully delivering multiple large-scale Mass Timber projects while fostering a strong field culture built around safety, accountability, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Today, Ethan is focused on building strong industry relationships and leveraging his extensive field experience to strengthen preconstruction planning, project coordination, constructability, and execution. His ability to bridge the gap between planning and field operations provides valuable insight that helps teams identify challenges early and deliver projects safely, efficiently, and successfully.