Despard Contracting

06/10/2026

This 10-acre site preparation project transformed undeveloped land into a stable, construction-ready foundation for future residential development. Our scope included land clearing, excavation, grading, soil stabilization, drainage installation, and erosion-control measures to help protect surrounding areas throughout the process.

Using GPS-guided equipment, our team established accurate site elevations and installed drainage systems designed to manage runoff and support long-term site performance.

Follow along for more civil and residential project highlights.

06/03/2026

Proper drainage, grading, and material selection all play a role in how well a wall performs over time. Small details during installation can make a big difference years down the line.

At Despard, we focus on building solutions that are made to last.

Learn more about our sitework and infrastructure services by visiting our site. Link in bio.

05/27/2026

We’ve launched a new website.

It reflects how we work and makes it easier for clients and partners to understand what to expect when working with us.

It’s clear, straightforward, and focused on what matters: our approach, our work, and how we help projects move forward without unnecessary risk.

If you’re planning a municipal, commercial, or residential project, it’s a good place to start.

Take a look (link in bio), and partner with purpose.

05/22/2026

“Partner with purpose” is more than a tagline. It’s how we work.

It means planning with foresight and solving issues early.

It means communicating clearly so every partner stays aligned.

It means executing with discipline to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and moving forward.

Our clients rely on us when the stakes are high and the margin for error is small. In those moments, what matters is how the work gets done. We approach every project with care, precision, and accountability from start to finish.

That’s what it means to partner with purpose.

05/20/2026

This is what our work looks like:
Movement, precision, and coordination.

It’s about crews communicating in real time and equipment moving with purpose.
Every step is connected to the next so the job keeps progressing safely and efficiently.

From site development to infrastructure, we focus on ex*****on that keeps projects moving forward, with the right people, the right equipment, and the right process on the ground.

05/15/2026

Despard Contracting has evolved.

We’ve built our reputation on thoughtful planning, disciplined ex*****on, and clear communication, principles that continue to guide our work today. What’s changed is how we present ourselves: a more defined identity that reflects the level of work we deliver and where we’re headed next.

As we take on more complex civil projects across Vancouver Island and beyond, we’re looking forward to sharing more of our work, our approach, and the standards we hold ourselves to every day.

Partner with purpose.

05/04/2026

10/30/2025

Despard Contracting with another retaining wall. This project required meticulous planning due to the close proximity of property lines, buildings, pipes, and existing infrastructure. If you have any retaining wall needs, please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can reach us at [email protected] or by calling 250-709-5608 for all residential and commercial.

10/28/2025

Despard Contracting is currently hiring for labourers, Class 1 drivers, superintendents, gradesmen, and operators with civil construction experience. Please email resumes to [email protected]

10/23/2025

Despard Contracting has been hard at work! The blasting and rock removal are now complete, along with roadwork that included tying into an existing concrete storm line. Stay tuned for updates as we begin construction on a massive retaining wall!