WHO WE ARE
About Knelsen
Who We Are
In the early 1970s, our founder Ray Knelsen saw an opportunity in the small northern community of La Crete to build something amazing for local farmers and businesses.
He saw an opportunity not only to make a living, but also as a way to provide a much-needed service to the community and, more importantly, to be “of” service and help build a thriving community. Together with his family, they started the company with one truck, a gravel pit, and the desire to build better opportunities.
Today – five decades later – Knelsen has expanded to nearly 9 locations across Alberta with over 700 employees. Over the years, our projects have involved thousands of kilometers of road-building and paving, massive infrastructure projects including concrete grain terminals, deep mine shafts, airport runways, hospitals, and more recently have expanded to include precast products including engineered buildings for a wide range of clients.
Our Team
We are proud of the team we have brought together at Knelsen.
Throughout the decades, their passion, dedication, and expertise have built and shaped our success from day one.
Ryan Becker
CEO“Ray always said we are more than just a business—we are the people that work here.”
Tom Hill, C.E.T.
COO“Proud to be working for an industry-leading company alongside an amazing team of professionals.”
Darin Falk
CRO“At Knelsen, our strategic approach to business development and marketing unlocks unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and lasting partnerships.”
OUR MISSION
To provide exceptional solutions to our clients and communities, with a commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, while maintaining our integrity, a strong sense of community, and respect for our employees.
OUR VISION
To be the premier provider of innovative infrastructure solutions in Western Canada, recognized for our exceptional quality and customer service, commitment to safety, and dedication to the communities we serve.
OUR VALUES
Our core values of integrity, quality, respect, and community bind us together, allowing us to deliver excellence and make a positive impact on our partners.
Industry Memberships & Associations
Knelsen is actively involved in Alberta’s construction and infrastructure community through memberships in recognized industry and business associations. These affiliations support our commitment to best practices, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
Construction & Industry Associations
- Alberta Roadbuilders & Heavy Construction
- Concrete Alberta
- Alberta Sand & Gravel Association (ASGA)
- Urban Development Institute (UDI) – Edmonton Metro
- Underground Construction Association (UCA)
- Calgary Construction Association
- Edmonton Construction Association
Business & Community Associations
- Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
- Building Industry & Land Development Alberta (BILD)
- Canadian Home Builders’ Association
- Chambers of Commerce (Calgary, Edmonton, Grande Prairie, High Level, La Crete, Acheson)
Eco-Friendly Partner – Fountain Tire Retread (2025)
Recognized for reducing tire waste and oil consumption through retread programs.
Where We Work
We are proud to serve communities throughout Alberta, with offices located in:
- La Crete
- High Level
- Grande Prairie
- Cold Lake
- Edmonton
- Red Deer
- Balzac
- Calgary
Knelsen’s head office is located in La Crete, Alberta.
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