Women In Construction Week: Thank You, Cindy Kaufman

This #WomenInConstructionWeek, ICBA is honouring some remarkable women who built this industry -- and our association.

Cindy Kaufman of Fraser Burrard Diving Ltd. chaired the ICBA Board of Directors from 2001-02. Kaufman led ICBA during a pivotal time in our advocacy. The election of the BC Liberals in 2001 reversed the hostile labour conditions of successive, discredited NDP governments – returning fairness to government bidding practices. But it was more than just cold, hard advocacy; Cindy legitimately cared about the people she was working with and representing.

Her company, Fraser Burrard Diving Ltd., was the perfect example of a construction company flourishing in a niche market – underwater building and pile driving. When she retired, the company was sold to its employees, a tribute to the succession planning and professional development she brought to the company.