Project Overview
Ledco Group was proud to support the expansion of the Christina Lake thermal oil sands facility, delivering critical modular installations and structural components to increase production capacity during Phase G of the project. Operating in a remote, high-demand environment, our team delivered precision-engineered solutions under aggressive timelines—supporting Cenovus’ mission to expand sustainable energy output in Alberta.
Our scope included modular unit integration, structural assembly, and field construction support, all performed under strict quality and safety protocols. This project exemplifies our expertise in delivering efficient, large-scale infrastructure within Canada’s demanding energy sector.
Client
Cenovus Energy
Location
Northeastern Alberta
Role
Key Subcontractor
Completion
2019
Project Highlights
- Modular Infrastructure Delivery: Installed key modular units to expand processing capacity and improve system scalability.
- Structural Assembly Execution: Fabricated and installed critical structural components, ensuring long-term durability in harsh site conditions.
- Construction Support in Active Facility: Delivered onsite services while maintaining operational integrity and meeting strict schedule requirements.
- Safety-First Execution: Maintained a zero-incident record through proactive safety planning and compliance enforcement.
- Collaborative Project Management: Worked alongside primary contractors and field teams to drive efficiency and keep timelines intact.
Challenges & Solutions
- Extreme Environmental Conditions: Navigated heavy snowfall, sub-zero temperatures, and muddy terrain through weather-adapted equipment and rescheduling strategies.
- Schedule Compression: Addressed aggressive deadlines through detailed planning, workforce optimization, and precision scheduling to maintain progress.
- Modular Integration: Installed prefabricated units with minimal disruption to existing operations—requiring tight tolerances and coordination across multiple teams.
- Remote Site Logistics: Coordinated transport and delivery to a remote site, ensuring material flow and equipment readiness through strong supplier relationships.
- Strict Safety Protocols: Conducted routine safety audits, toolbox talks, and on-site training—ensuring compliance with energy sector safety regulations.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Facilitated communication across all subcontractors, suppliers, and engineers—resolving issues swiftly and keeping execution aligned.
Outcome
The Phase G expansion at Christina Lake was completed on time in 2019, delivering enhanced production capacity and infrastructure resilience for Cenovus Energy. Ledco Group’s contributions ensured high-quality execution, safe operations, and effective integration of advanced modular systems.
Our work on this milestone project underscores our strength in energy sector construction and our commitment to operational excellence—even in Canada’s most challenging environments.