Our Team

Aaron JoyesPresident/CEO

With over 20 years of construction management experience, Aaron brings leadership to many areas of Karve including: safety program administration, estimating, budget management, scheduling management, strategic planning, forecasting, and project execution. Aaron first started in the construction industry in the mining sector, followed by a senior operations leadership role for a site construction company, and as COO and CEO/President in the modular construction industry. Aaron has led the execution of numerous projects within the Relocatable and Permanent Modular Industry working closely with industry leaders within the Relocatable Modular Industry, public and private developers on multi-family residential as well as high-end resort destinations in some of the most remote parts of Canada.

Ted Vanderwal VP Construction – Canada

Ted brings over 25 years of construction experience to Karve, with the majority of it focused within the modular industry. Ted has provided leadership in safely executing and guiding high profile modular installation and dismantles projects to successful completion. He is highly respected in the modular industry by his team and our partners and has successfully transitioned from the field to his current senior role. Over the past 15 years of Ted’s career, he has spent time representing both the client and contractor which brings extensive value to Karve and our partners.

Mike McClocklin VP Operations – Canada

Mike comes to Karve with a strong background in electrical and mechanical installations and is a Professional Electrical Contractor and Certified Master Electrician by trade. With over 20 years dedicated to the construction industry, he has managed projects in oilfield modular construction, water treatment installations and manufacturing. Mike’s understanding of construction and mechanical processes is unmatched. He brings a great sense of community, corporate, environmental and personal responsibility to his role as VP of Operations and believes that the ability to understand clients’ needs is key to being a successful leader and that the careful balance of these needs while understanding the corporate culture of the organization is vital to the success of any company.

Derek Bandstra VP US Operations

Derek has been a key Karve team member since the company’s inception in 2019. Derek is a tenured project management professional with over 12 years of commercial and modular construction experience. His current primary responsibilities include leading Karve’s development into the US market. Derek has a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Calvin University in Grand Rapids Michigan. He also holds a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation.

Garrett PopadynetzVP Finance

Garrett Popadynetz is a CPA, CA with over 20 years of accounting and tax experience with public and private companies. Most recently before joining Karve Builders, Garrett was the CFO for multiple cannabis companies tasked with navigating startup challenges in a new and heavily regulated industry. When not in the office you may find Garrett rebuilding his 77 Ford Bronco or out camping with his family.

Kris WaltonDirector - Project Development

Kris Walton joined the Karve group in 2024 and is based in Saskatoon. Prior to joining Karve, Kris held a senior business development role with a well-established General Contractor. Prior to that role Kris spent 15 years in the Modular Construction business where he held progressively senior titles culminating in a long tenured role as Regional Manager - Prairies. Kris holds a bachelor’s degree in management from the University of Lethbridge, graduating in 2002. In his spare time Kris enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children. When not chasing his kids to the hockey rink or soccer pitch, Kris can be found on the golf course or hunting trophy walleye.