says Greg Thomson, one of Jim’s sons and now the Vice President and Construction Manager of Plainsman Builders. “He’s not only built structures of all kinds all over Western Canada but also built trust.” Over the decades, Plainsman has built their reputation on a foundation of honesty, reliability, and a client-first approach. Unlike many general contractors who simply manage projects, often times the company takes an ownership role. Clients appreciate this unique perspective and the hands-on role the company takes in every stage of construction, ensuring that budgets and timelines are met with precision. This meticulous attention to detail has made Plainsman a preferred choice for both public and private sector clients, with many returning for multiple projects over the years. These days, Plainsman mainly focus on operating in the Interior of BC and parts of Alberta. Within that region – and particularly within the Kamloops region – some of their notable projects include: the Woodlane Manor 96 unit apartment / condominium complex on Whitesheild Cres.; the Harrison Heights apartment condominiums in Aberdeen; the Columbia Place Shopping Centre (which includes Save on Foods); the Columbia 300 professional office and commercial centre in front of RIH; the Plainsman Building (now Kelson Building) located at 3rd Ave. and Victoria St.; a four-story steel and masonry professional / commercial building with underground parking; the Gateway Casino Project; as well as hundreds of single family and multi-family projects in the Sahali, Aberdeen, Juniper areas of Kamloops. In terms of size and value, those residential projects range from affordable to luxury. MARCH 2025
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