Our mission is to build lasting relationships with our clients based on trust, honesty, integrity and mutual respect.
Our Team
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Travis Frith, B.Sc.
President
Travis has [[years:2011-08-01]] years of experience in mining, power generation, and industrial infrastructure. He has delivered more than $50 billion in front-end planning estimates and over $500 million in contractor construction estimates, while successfully managing more than $100 million in project execution. As President of CanCost Consulting, he provides practical leadership and estimating expertise from early planning through construction, helping clients make informed decisions.
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Geoff Wilkie, P.Eng., CCP
Vice President
Geoff is a Professional Engineer and Certified Cost Professional with [[years:1986-12-01]] years of experience in mining, power, infrastructure, and industrial projects. He has led project services on more than $20 billion in capital work, bringing expertise across every stage of the project life cycle. As Vice President of CanCost Consulting, he provides technical leadership and strategic guidance to clients and project teams.
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Jason Sander, P.Eng.
Vice President
Jason is a Senior Estimator with [[years:2011-05-02]] years of experience leading cost estimates for North American projects valued from $1 million to more than $4 billion. His expertise spans early studies through detailed estimates, including Monte Carlo contingency analysis and indirect cost modeling. Recognized for his analytical approach and attention to detail, he develops reliable estimates that provide a strong foundation for successful project delivery.
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Ward Hessdorfer
Senior Estimator
Ward brings [[years:1998-07-02]] years of experience in mining, power, and heavy industry, with a background spanning field operations, estimating, and project controls. He has led estimates for more than $50 million in capital projects while supporting large-scale industrial maintenance programs. His practical field experience and disciplined estimating approach help clients develop realistic budgets and executable project plans.
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Kris Rautiainen
Senior Estimator
Kris brings [[years:2002-05-01]] years of project management and cost estimating experience across mining, power, infrastructure, and heavy industry. He specializes in estimating, project controls, planning, and scheduling for projects ranging from $1 million to $8 billion. Proficient in Primavera P6, InEight, and MS Project, he helps align scope, schedule, and cost to support successful capital projects.
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Jeff Madaleno, B. Tech
Cost Estimator & Project Coordinator
Jeff has [[years:2013-10-01]] years of experience supporting heavy industrial, mining, and infrastructure projects across Canada. His background spans estimating, project engineering, and field operations, providing practical insight into project execution from planning through construction. His collaborative approach and attention to detail help clients develop accurate, reliable estimates throughout project planning and execution.
Trusted By Industry Leaders
CanCost works with a wide range of clients across industries like mining, power, and infrastructure. From major firms to emerging players, we’re trusted to deliver reliable, realistic estimates that drive successful project outcomes.
Build with Confidence
Whether you're in the early planning stages or ready to move forward, CanCost is here to support your project with reliable estimates and expert guidance.