Our Company
Habermehl Renovation Excellence
Our History
The Habermehl brand has been family-owned for two generations, spanning over 55-years. Our first-rate team is comprised of staff, suppliers, certified specialists, and key trade partners who apply their experience with professionalism and creativity. Moreover, Habermehl is a longstanding member of the Nova Scotia Home Builders and Renovators Association!
Our Methodology
Our goal is to lead you from your dreams all the way to a beautiful, completed reality. We make it our highest aim to take the complexity, pressure, and time consumption out of the renovation process so that you can focus on other life demands while we go to work!
Our founder, Gordon Habermehl, building houses in the 80's
About Us
Meet Our Team
Dwight is our Visionary.
Dwight is not only the President and CEO of Habermehl Contracting, he also creates the vision and purpose that drives our team. Dwight will ensure that your project is completed with the same excellence and quality that his father valued when forming the company in 1963. Dwight’s goal with Habermehl is “to foster a healthy and productive environment, for customers and staff alike, that produces beautiful homes”. When Dwight is not renovating houses, he is spending time with his family or riding his ATV in the Valley.
Dwight Habermehl
President
Jack is our Brains.
Jack is the Office Manager of Habermehl Contracting. You will meet Jack when discussing various administrative or accounting details for your project. With a love for automation and fine-details, Jack works behind the scenes to ensure that Habermehl provides you with the highest quality experience. Jack’s goal with the company is "to lead an efficient design and build process which provides clients with the confidence and trust their investment is being well managed and exceeds their expectations". When Jack is not in the office, he is experimenting with new recipes in his home kitchen!
Jack Betteridge
Office Manager
Kristen is our Specialist.
Kristen is Habermehl Contracting’s accessibility consultant, certified by the Rick Hanson Foundation of Accessibility Certification (RHFAC™). If you would like to make your home accessible, she will help you identify your needs and desires, and lead you towards a house that is comfortable and customized for all ages and abilities. Kristen’s goal at Habermehl is “to help you personalize every aspect of your living space to optimize the function of the place you call home”. When Kristen is not enhancing built environments, she is spending time with her family or curled up with a great book.
Kristen Habermehl
Accessibility Consultant
Jesiel is our General Manager.
You'll meet him during the onsite handoff. Jesiel has a wealth of experience and knowledge in the construction world allowing him to oversee both project management and project development. With a strong ability to balance the big picture with the finer details, Jesiel ensures that every project runs smoothly from start to finish. His goal within the company is simple yet powerful: "Ensure operations run smoothly and every job is a success." Outside of the office, Jesiel enjoys biking, Brazilian BBQ, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Jesiel Falcao
General Manager
Rob is our Bookkeeper.
Rob handles every dollar with care, even when it involves deciphering coffee-stained, crumpled receipts pulled from glove boxes. From tracking expenses and managing invoices, to making sure payroll happens on time, he handles it all with the precision of a Disney parade. When he’s not balancing our books, Rob’s probably planning his next trip to a Disney park (ask him anything—we dare you). Rob tackles every spreadsheet with a “Hakuna Matata” mindset like he’s navigating a ride queue: patiently, methodically, and always ready with a smile or a clever joke.
Rob Nicoll
Bookkeeper
Nolan is our Calculator.
Nolan is Habermehl’s data specialist. Nolan collaborates with Habermehl’s project managers to capture the details of each new build or renovation. He will work behind the scenes on your project to ensure that it closely adheres to its schedule and budget! Nolan's goal with Habermehl is “to increase productivity and efficiency.” When Nolan is not in the office, he is cooking, working out, or watching sports!
Nolan Bodnar
Project Management Administrator
Luke is our Adaptor.
Luke leads our Special Operations at Habermehl Contracting. He facilitates a task-orientated division of the company which provides hands-on problem-solving. During the construction phase of your build, he will handle high-level details of the project, which fall outside of a general carpenter’s scope, to ensure refined completion in every detail of your project. Luke’s goal with Habermehl Contracting is “to provide quality relations between Habermehl and our clients through ensuring quality of delivered products.” When Luke is not on the jobsites, he enjoys exploring new foods, drawing, and creative writing.
Luke Shiels
Quality Assurance
Roeland Is Our Designer.
Roeland is our architect and project developer at Habermehl Contracting. You will meet Roeland when you are ready to capture the designs and construction plans for your dream home! His goal at Habermehl Contracting is “to give shape to your expectations and bring your ideas to life”. After studying architecture at the Technical University of Delft in the Netherlands, and spending years designing residential and commercial buildings, Roeland is well equipped to bring refined design expertise and creative intuition to your project. When Roeland is not designing houses, he is applying his craftmanship in his home workshop.
Roeland Leenes
Designer / Project Development
Josolyn is our Dreamer.
Josolyn is our architectural drafter at Habermehl Contracting. She works behind the scenes during the design process brining your renovation and home build dreams to life. Josolyn's goal at Habermehl is "to design plans that capture the clients dream ideas and vision." When Josolyn isn't drafting plans, she is going thrift shopping or spending time with her friends.
Josolyn Cuvelier
Drafter/ Project Coordinator
Anna leads our Business Development.
Anna handles sales and client relations in our light commercial division. She works with potential clients guiding them through the development process. With a passion for people and construction, Anna strives to create a positive experience for every client with a successful build. When Anna is not in the office, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, staying active and exploring Nova Scotia.
Anna Habermehl
Business Development
Michal is our Project Manager.
Michal ensures every project runs smoothly from planning through completion. He focuses on clear communication, budget management, and keeping timelines on track. Away from work, he enjoys nature and family time.
Michal Hromek
Project Manager
Jim is our Project Manager.
Jim is one of our Project Managers. You will meet Jim prior to construction. He will guide the development of your project, ensure the budget and timeline stay on track, and regularly communicate with you. His goal within the company is “To be a successful, valued contributor to a trusted brand.”. With Jim’s skill for administration and management, you're sure to end up with a product you love, on schedule. When Jim is not in the office, he enjoys hiking and meals with his friends and family.
Jim MacKinnon
Project Manager
Sandra is our Artist
Sandra combines her roles as Administrative Coordinator and Design Specialist, managing office operations while creating modern, personalized spaces with 3D rendering expertise. Originally from Lebanon, she brings a diverse design perspective and a passion for turning client visions into warm, functional environments. Outside of design she finds joy in working out, baking, and cherishing quality time with loved ones.