Andrew Stiffman

The mass timber industry has undergone a radical evolution, shifting from a niche sustainable alternative to a primary structural solution capable of reshaping the modern built environment. At the forefront of this transformation is Andrew Stiffman, the Vice President of Construction Services at Kalesnikoff Mass Timber. His leadership has been a driving force behind Kalesnikoff’s spectacular success story from a specialty forestry and sawmilling company into a fully integrated, full-service mass timber manufacturer and, subsequently, into a leader of modular and prefabricated building construction. Over the past five years, Andrew has driven a period of explosive, sustainable growth, guiding the newly formed entity from a startup phase to a massive $100 million operation. He also plays a leading role in internal capital expansion projects, including the construction of multiple large manufacturing additions and a state-of-the-art modular facility. His ability to navigate challenging market conditions while maintaining strong performance and an unwavering commitment to quality has firmly established Kalesnikoff as an industry leader in the rapidly expanding mass timber and prefabricated construction sectors.

Andrew’s expertise lies in his unique capacity to lead multidisciplinary teams toward exceptional project and corporate outcomes. He has successfully integrated cutting-edge technology into the company’s operations, including implementing innovative workflows that demystify mass timber for clients and streamline the design-to-manufacturing process. Under his direction, the company has expanded its offerings to include important value-add services, such as moisture protection and building envelope solutions, and more recently integrating mass timber structural packages into fully volumetric modular buildings. This innovative approach has fundamentally disrupted the traditional construction market, demonstrating that leading-edge, sustainable technologies can be deployed at scale without compromising financial or operational fundamentals.

Andrew’s leadership style is distinctly hands-on and people-first. He refuses to hide from the boardroom and loves rolling up his sleeves to tackle challenges alongside his teammates. He is deeply committed to building an empowering, integrity-driven company culture where employees see clear pathways for personal and professional growth. By fostering a team culture that is motivated to drive creative solutions, he has built an organization capable of executing some of the most technically demanding projects in the sector. Andrew Stiffman’s remarkable trajectory—from a startup initiative to a leadership role in a $100 million enterprise makes him a highly deserving recipient of this recognition. His relentless pursuit of innovation and dedication to his team ensures that Kalesnikoff will remain at the vanguard of green building technology for years to come.