Leadership Team
Pacific Marine Construction started as a small family business, and while our team has drastically grown, we continue to maintain a shared culture defined by an entrepreneurial spirit, client-first approach, and personal development. We are leaders in marine construction, engaged in our local communities, and committed to advancing innovations in our industry.
Cory Handyside began his marine construction career at the age of 15, working with Nootka Float and Barge to build concrete dock systems and feed barges for the aquaculture industry. After earning his Red Seal in carpentry in 2008, Cory established his own residential construction company, spending several years constructing single-family homes.
In 2012, he returned to his marine construction roots by founding Pacific Marine Construction (PMC). Over the following decade, Cory expanded the company into a
thriving operation employing more than 60 full-time staff.
In addition to PMC, Cory has played a leading role in several successful business ventures, including remote construction, modular housing, and land development. He is responsible for overseeing sales, business development, and upper-level management across the organization.
Bill Latvonen has been a key member of the PMC team for more than a decade. He brings nearly 30 years of AutoCAD experience, including over 20 years focused on floating structures. His portfolio includes major projects such as the Haisea Marine and LNG Canada Tugboat Maintenance Facility, Tug Berth Docks and Breakwater, West Coast Spill Response Base, Port Alberni Port Authority, and numerous projects for BC Ferries. In addition, Bill oversees site construction processes, advises site leaders, and manages PMC’s submersible barge launches, ensuring all construction activities meet the company’s quality standards.
Philip Redmond has served as a Senior Project Manager with PMC since 2020. Based in the Campbell River head office, he works closely with the Lead Designer to deliver projects from initial concept through to completion. With nearly 25 years of project management experience, Philip has provided project management services on construction projects valued over $45 million. He is responsible for all aspects of preconstruction, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, and project monitoring. Philip also leads a team of Project Managers and Coordinators, ensuring all activities align with PMC’s quality standards and established processes.
PMC is committed to protecting the health, safety, and environment of all employees, contractors, and the communities in which it operates. Using Salus Safety Management Software, PMC’s management team actively monitors field safety to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, Management Plans, WorkSafeBC requirements, and all applicable OHS legislation.
PMC’s Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee (JOHSC) meets monthly to review safety performance and recommend improvements. Committee representation includes management, site coordination, safety administration, and first aid support. Through safety inspired initiatives and rewards PMC improves safety complaince on site while recognizing individuals who actively improve safety in the field. PMC has had zero WorkSafeBC stop-work orders and zero environmental incidents, including reportable spill events.
All employees and contractors must follow PMC’s Quality Management Plan to ensure work practices meet company and industry standards. This includes adherence to Inspection and Test Plans, quality checks on incoming materials, and compliance with established procedures for formwork, rebar, concrete controls, welding, lifting operations, and related activities.
Our extensive line of equipment allows us to deliver unique marine solutions in a variety of cities and remote destinations across North America’s shores.