OEC Announces Majority Ownership of Primary Engineering and Construction
March 11, 2025
OEC announced that it has completed the purchase of a majority stake in Primary Engineering and Construction.
Rob Lister, President and CEO of OEC shared, “The addition of Primary strengthens OEC’s electrical and telecom engineering and construction capabilities while extending our national footprint, unlocking new opportunities for growth and delivering enhanced value to both clients and shareholders.”
Primary is a leading multidisciplinary firm with over two decades of experience in delivering innovative planning, design, project management, and construction solutions to utilities, municipalities, and the private sector. Headquartered in Calgary, Primary employs a team of more than 450 professionals that operates in 11 locations across Canada, specializing in electrical engineering, telecommunications, land development and grid interconnection services.
“We are thrilled to welcome OEC as a majority shareholder,” said Jesse Spring, President of Primary. “This investment will allow Primary to accelerate growth while maintaining the client-first approach and collaborative culture that has defined Primary. OEC’s alignment with Primary’s mission makes them the perfect partner to support an expansion into new markets and lead in the energy transition.”
