Brendan Schaan, human resources manager at Meseyton Construction, says the company launched an ambitious slate of projects across Manitoba this spring despite lingering road restrictions. Crews broke ground on sites in Brandon, Winnipeg, and the Lord Winkler area, with additional work in the Parkland and Pembina Valley regions.
Balancing projects and road restrictions
Springtime weight limits on some highways, imposed to protect frost-weakened roads, have delayed access to certain gravel pits. However, Schaan notes the company pivoted to unrestricted sources near Lilyfield and Little Farge, north of Winnipeg.
“Highway 1 is a full-time, year-round road, so we’ve been fortunate to get the ball rolling. We’re already well ahead of schedule on the job in front of our shop.”
The priority project involves rebuilding a service road near Meseyton’s headquarters in collaboration with Manitoba Infrastructure. Crews are layering sub-base and top-base materials to improve drainage and durability, mirroring methods used on provincial highway upgrades—minus the asphalt.
Crew readiness and collaborative projects
Schaan adds that returning seasonal staff streamlined early operations. The team completed equipment calibrations and safety orientations ahead of schedule, positioning them to tackle excavation, concrete, and asphalt jobs province-wide.
“We have a good crew of guys that come back every single season. It makes the start of the year easier when everyone knows what they’re doing.”
With most road restrictions expected to lift after the May long weekend, Meseyton anticipates ramping up activity at currently limited sites. Schaan says the combination of experienced crews, strategic material sourcing, and a diversified project portfolio signals a strong season ahead.