Edward Van Vliet

President | Head Estimator

Starting in the 1980s, Ed learned this trade from the ground up by working for his father's construction company. He obtained his Certificate of Qualification in Carpentry from BCIT in 1992. Ed’s extensive experience and constant desire to progress gave him the competitive edge in this industry. As Van Brothers Forming Ltd. co-owner and president, Ed provides focused and powerful leadership with a commitment to quality.

As a journeyman carpenter, Ed’s extensive field experience combines with insightful business sense to make him an oustanding hands-on leader.

Lisa Van Vliet

Managing Director

With over 35 years of experience, Lisa acquired the skills it takes to run a lucrative business. It all started while working alongside her father in the late 1980's title-searching for land surveyors, until 1991 when he sold the company successfully to retire. In 1995, after returning from an 18 month long backpacking tour throughout Australiasia, Lisa met Ed. It was then that they both found the connection between Lisa’s business experience and Ed’s construction expertise was key. From the beginning, Lisa began working together with Ed to create Van Brothers and the rest is history. As co-owner and partner for life, Lisa continues to manage the ever-growing needs of the company, implementing new ideas and building continued success in the industry.

Abdul Hussain

Site Superintendent

Abdul completed his first year of carpentry apprenticeship while still in high school as part of the Trades Apprenticeship Program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. His career began in the formwork industry as a labourer where he learned all aspects of formwork, from residential high end architectural concrete to commercial construction. Abdul then branched out on his own doing small side jobs, enhancing his knowledge in other aspects of carpentry including renovations, home repairs, framing and finishing. After receiving his Red Seal in Carpentry in 2012, Abdul began working as a carpenter with Beedie Construction in their property management division. He furthered his career as a CSR and deficiency carpenter for Wesgroup Properties. In 2017, on the quest for a faster pace, an opportunity with Van Brothers Forming Ltd. as Superintendent arose. Abdul holds a key role in our continued success and development. His reputation for quality of workmanship and safety is unsurpassed!

Kyle Van Vliet

General Manager

Kyle has been working alongside his father with Van Brothers since 2012. Learning from the bottom up, Kyle gained experience as a labourer and carpenter's apprentice, providing him the foundation to become a well-rounded employee. In 2018 Kyle became a tower crane operator and rigger, working with heavy equipment and managing logistics in the field. In 2021, he graduated from the University of British Columbia with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Today Kyle manages the ever growing needs of the business, combining his field experience and education to continually analyze and improve job costs.

Tianna Van Vliet

Logistics Coordinator

Tianna has a proven track record of working diligently to create flow between the point of origin and the point of consumption, ensuring that the project requirements of Van Brothers clients are met. She thrives in managing communication, implementing systems to coordinate between the project site and head office. With her education from Capilano University and hands-on office experience, Tianna’s business sense enables her to manage field practices effectively.

Arley Soto Villalobos

Carpentry Foreman

Born in Costa Rica, Arley Soto immigrated to Canada in 2003 and is now a Canadian citizen. Arley brings a wide variety of knowledge to Van Brothers, having been trained in a wide variety of trades including electrical, plumbing, automotive and carpentry.  A dedicated employee, Arley has been a valuable team member for the past 18 years.