Just Working Construction Inc.

What Just Working Construction Inc. does

Just Working Construction Inc. is a privately held, faith-driven construction management contractor founded in 2015 by Jeff Van Gyssel and headquartered in New Hamburg, Ontario. The company employs 14 people and serves residential and select commercial clients primarily in the Waterloo Region, with project work extending to London, Hamilton, Guelph, and Hagersville. Its core offerings are organized around four service lines: high-performance Passive House and Net Zero building, heritage restoration, multigenerational and co-housing construction, and interior renovations, plus a property management arm (Just Property Services) and an affordable-housing initiative for newcomers (Just Homes).

The company's underlying technology is building-science based rather than software based. Projects are delivered using Passive House principles, including continuous Rockwool exterior insulation, double-wall framing to minimize thermal bridges, SIGA Majvest/Majrex air and vapour control membranes, through-wall window and door buck systems sealed with liquid-applied flashing, triple-paned gas-filled windows, and balanced HRV/ERV mechanical ventilation with heat recovery. Measured airtightness of 0.21–0.29 ACH (against a 0.6 ACH Passive House allowance) and reported whole-home electricity costs of CAD $137–$177/month for the Wilmot Passive House demonstrate outcomes that materially exceed conventional code-built construction.

Revenue is generated through project-based construction management fees on one-time engagements spanning custom single-family homes, multigenerational residences, ADUs, affordable multifamily builds, and heritage restoration. GTM is sales-led and community-led, relying on direct inquiry, partner referrals (The Working Centre, LYNC, Indwell, COMPASS, Invizij Architects, Conestoga College), word-of-mouth, and content marketing through the company blog and social channels. No public pricing, no recurring software revenue, and no external equity funding are disclosed. Customer mix is balanced across nonprofit/affordable-housing clients, SMB custom-home clients, and government/Indigenous engagements, with a small number of repeat anchors (notably The Working Centre and Indwell).

Name

Just Working Construction Inc.

Legal name

Just Working Construction Inc.

Website

https://justworking.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Just Working Construction Inc. is a faith-driven, New Hamburg, Ontario–based construction management contractor specializing in Passive House residential builds, heritage restoration, and multigenerational and affordable housing for newcomers, serving nonprofits, Indigenous communities, and values-aligned homeowners across southwestern Ontario.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Construction Services

NAICS

Residential Building Construction (2361), New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236115), New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), Operative Builders (1531)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Green / High-Performance Home Construction (Net-Zero, Passive House) (IMAFABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Design-Build & Renovation-Integrated Builders (IMAFABAE), Residential Affordable Housing Development & Construction (IMAFABAI), Single-Family Home Construction (Detached Homes) (IMAFABAA), Detached ADU (Backyard Cottage) Construction (HSAPAMAA)

Keywords

• Passive house construction
• Heritage building restoration
• Multigenerational housing design
• Residential renovation services
• Affordable housing construction

Headquarters

HQ city

New Hamburg

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Construction Management Contracting: The primary revenue stream is construction management contracting for residential projects. The company designs and builds custom homes, heritage restorations, high-performance/passive houses, interior renovations, multigenerational housing units, and affordable housing projects. Revenue is earned through project-based fees on both commercial and residential construction engagements.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Just Working Construction Inc. is a construction management contractor that designs and builds high-performance Passive House and Net Zero homes, restores heritage buildings, constructs multigenerational and co-housing developments, and delivers interior renovations and additional dwelling units (ADUs/tiny homes) for residential and select commercial clients in southwestern Ontario. The firm also operates Just Property Services for property management/construction work and the Just Homes social initiative providing affordable housing for newcomers to Canada.

Product overview

Just Working Construction Inc. is a faith-driven construction management contractor offering residential and commercial construction services. The company operates as a single unified construction service business rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Their core service offerings include High Performance Building (Passive/Net Zero Housing), Heritage Restoration/Rebuilds, Building Stronger Communities (Co-housing/Multigenerational living), and Interior Renovations. The company also operates Just Property Services for property management and construction, and Just Homes, a social initiative providing affordable housing for newcomers to Canada. They specialize in passive house construction techniques using materials like SIGA weather barriers, Rockwool insulation, and energy recovery ventilation systems. Projects range from single-family passive homes to multi-unit affordable housing developments and heritage restorations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Just Homes: An initiative by Just Working Construction dedicated to creating affordable housing solutions for newcomers to Canada, featuring a Good Neighbour program where Christian couples act as advocates for newcomers.
• LYNC (Love Your Neighbour Community)

Products and services

• High Performance Building (Passive / Net Zero Housing) Specialized construction service for Passive House and Net Zero energy homes featuring airtight building envelopes, continuous exterior insulation, high-performance triple-paned windows, and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery. Targeted at sustainability-focused homeowners building custom homes or rebuilding in southwestern Ontario.
• Heritage Restoration / Rebuilds Restoration and reconstruction of heritage and historic buildings, preserving original elements while upgrading structural performance and modern use. Includes projects such as the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Council House and century-home restorations.
• Building Stronger Communities (Co-housing / Multigenerational) Construction of co-housing developments and multigenerational homes designed to foster community living, including fourplexes, ADUs, backyard homes, and intentional shared living arrangements. Designed for families seeking aging-in-place options and affordable rental income generation.
• Interior Renovations Residential and commercial interior renovation services including kitchen updates, structural modifications, plumbing rerouting, beam installation, finish work, and energy-efficiency retrofits.
• Just Property Services Property management and construction services arm covering rental property construction, renovation, and ongoing property maintenance for owners of JWC-built or related properties.
• Tiny Houses / Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) Construction of tiny houses, laneway suites, and backyard homes in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region, including examples such as the Charlton Laneway Home (800 sq ft, 2 bedrooms) and the Mackenzie Tiny Home (500 sq ft, 2 bedrooms).
• Just Homes (Affordable Housing Initiative) A social-initiative offering by Just Working Construction providing affordable housing solutions for newcomers to Canada. Includes the Net Zero triplex on Fairview (housing 17 individuals from Colombia, Nigeria, and Venezuela), the Bleams mixed-living property, and a planned Baden rent-to-own property — all with partnerships through COMPASS Refugee Centre and Reception House.

Quantifiable outcome

• Airtightness of 0.21–0.22 ACH achieved (vs. 0.6 Passive House standard) for Hayes Passive House
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• LYNC (Love Your Neighbour Community)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJeff Van Gyssel co-founded LYNC, an initiative dedicated to creating affordable housing options for people in Waterloo Region. LYNC's Millblock Community project in downtown New Hamburg repurposes the historic B-W Feed and Seed mill into mixed-income housing. Jeff serves as construction manager for LYNC development projects, integrating his company's expertise into LYNC's affordable housing vision.
• The Working CentrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJust Working Construction has completed multiple projects for The Working Centre, including the landmark 44-54 Queen Street South development (21 apartment units for women immigrants and single mothers) and the 115 Water Street renovation for men struggling with addiction. The partnership spans back to 2016. The Working Centre provides housing for vulnerable populations; JWC provides construction expertise.
• COMPASS Refugee CentreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOMPASS Refugee Centre partners with Just Homes to connect newcomers with housing opportunities. The partnership helps address the housing needs of refugee families arriving in Waterloo Region.
• Reception HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReception House Waterloo Region refers newly arrived refugees to Just Homes for housing. The partnership helps place refugee families in the Just Homes community.
• Invizij Architects Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInvizij Architects (led by Danielle Gignac, Passive House Designer certified since 2019) has collaborated with Just Working Construction on multiple Passive House projects in Ontario. Danielle Gignac designed the Hayes Passive House and other JWC projects. The firm describes a multi-year relationship of positive collaboration, with JWC consistently delivering professional results on time and on budget.
• Conestoga CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMilton Gomez, a Colombian licensed architect and JWC Project Manager, attended the Renovation and Carpentry Technician program at Conestoga College on a student visa. The college also offers a Pre-apprenticeship General Carpenter program from which JWC has hired apprentices. The relationship provides JWC with trained talent while offering students employment pathways.
• Robert Dyck (Architect)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRobert Dyck worked with David McLagan on the design and permit drawings for the 44-54 Queen Street South project. He modified the grant application to include adjacent building acquisition for expanded affordable housing development.
• Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIHSA was partnered with Just Working Construction through the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program, providing mentorship and guidance as Jess Van Es developed and implemented the company's health and safety policies and documentation.
• Collaborative Architecture Inc. (Daniel Hall)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDaniel Hall and colleague Ana Gascon Marco at Collaborative Architecture guided multiple clients through design and permit processes for Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs). JWC has built ADUs for clients who worked with this firm.
• Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation (MNCFN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJust Working Construction was selected as the restoration contractor for the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Council House (originally opened September 15, 1882). Project funded by FedDev Ontario, MCFN Community Trust, and Ontario Trillium Foundation. JWC was chosen for heritage renovation expertise and ability to understand the building's cultural significance. Project completed September 2023.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Mattamy Homes: Canada's largest privately owned homebuilder with operations across Ontario. Anchors the broad-incumbent competitive benchmark for any Ontario residential builder scaling into larger developments.
• Great Gulf: Major Toronto/GTA homebuilder with sustainability initiatives including energy-efficient product lines. Represents the larger, well-capitalized competitive set that JWC could face as energy codes tighten.
• Minto Group: Large Canadian residential builder and developer with Net Zero and sustainable building pilots. Relevant broader-market comparable for institutional/developer buyers evaluating high-performance construction partners.

Direct peers

• Effect Home Builders: Ontario construction firm with deep expertise in deep energy retrofits and Passive House performance. Overlaps with JWC's high-performance and heritage/retrofit service lines.
• ekoBuilt: Ontario-based builder specializing in Passive House and net-zero custom homes using similar building-science techniques (SIGA membranes, Rockwool, triple-pane windows, HRV/ERV systems). Direct competitor for the same eco-conscious homeowner segment in Ontario.
• BPC Green Builders: Western Canadian high-performance builder focused on energy-efficient and Passive House construction. Comparable in technical approach (airtight envelopes, super-insulation) and target customer (sustainability-minded homeowners).
• Claysmore Construction: Custom Southwestern Ontario home builder that has completed Passive House projects. Geographic and service-line overlap with JWC across high-performance custom homes.
• Adaptable Homes: Ontario builder offering ADUs, laneway homes, and multigenerational housing designs. Closely comparable in the co-housing/multigenerational/ADU niche that JWC serves through its 'Building Stronger Communities' line.

Others

• Invizij Architects: Ontario Passive House design firm (Danielle Gignac, Certified Passive House Designer since 2019) that has co-developed multiple projects with JWC. Ecosystem partner / repeat referral source rather than competitor.
• Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC): Industry body administering Zero Carbon Building Standard referenced by JWC. Adjacent ecosystem participant that shapes certification pathways and buyer expectations relevant to JWC's Net Zero positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/justworkingconstruction
• Instagraminstagram.com/justworkingconstruction
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/just-working-construction

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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