Valard Construction

Valard Construction is a prominent Canadian utility construction company, founded in 1978 in Grande Prairie, Alberta. It has evolved from a small start-up to a significant player in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) industry, employing nearly 4,000 people and generating annual revenues of around $557 million as of 2018. Valard specializes in utility infrastructure projects, providing comprehensive EPC services across Canada and internationally, with a strong presence in Western Canada and expanding into Europe, the Caribbean, and the United States. The company offers over 30 industry solutions, focusing on utility construction and maintenance. Its core services include EPC for power systems, maintenance and emergency restoration for electrical utilities, project management, and third-party consulting. Valard collaborates with various clients, including electrical utilities, Rural Electrical Associations, and First Nations communities, and has recently expanded its reach to international markets such as Norway, Poland, and Australia. With its acquisition by Quanta Services, Valard continues to grow and enhance its capabilities in the utility sector.

Construction Edmonton, Canada Founded 1978 ~714 employees

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Employees
714
+2.3% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.1M
Revenue ~$750M
12-month attrition
8.5%
Tech: 6.1%
H1B sponsor
NA
Open jobs
23
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Valard Construction went from 625 employees in Oct 2024 to 714 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 53 people joined, 14 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other441
Operations162
Finance37
Engineering26
Sales18
HR12
Success12
Marketing4

Valard Construction FAQ

How many employees does Valard Construction have?

Valard Construction has about 714 employees, up 2.3% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Valard Construction's revenue per employee?

Valard Construction makes about $1.05M in revenue per employee, based on $750M annual revenue and 714 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.