Meet our team of professionals

Meet our

team of professionals

Delivering efficient contracting and project management to maximize value for our 

customer leveraging local talent and cutting-edge equipment.

Our team

Our team

Howard Nielsen

Owner

Howard has been an integral part of the Island United team, bringing extensive experience in Logistics. With a background in construction, oil & gas., Howard contributes significantly to our projects and community initiatives. Beyond the boardroom, he embraces the island lifestyle by enjoying a variety of water sports and outdoor recreational activities with his large family. Howard has a deep appreciation for our unique island environment and is invested in seeing Cortes Island flourish.

Howard Nielsen

Owner

Howard has been an integral part of the Island United team, bringing extensive experience in Logistics. With a background in construction, oil & gas., Howard contributes significantly to our projects and community initiatives. Beyond the boardroom, he embraces the island lifestyle by enjoying a variety of water sports and outdoor recreational activities with his large family. Howard has a deep appreciation for our unique island environment and is invested in seeing Cortes Island flourish.

Kurt Rodgers

Heavy-Equipment Operator

Meet Kurt, the newest member of the Island United team. Kurt is a family man who hails from Quadra island. He comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. At Island United, he operates and maintains much of our heavy equipment. In his spare time, Kurt enjoys time outdoors, hiking, fishing and hunting.

Kurt Rodgers

Heavy-Equipment Operator

Meet Kurt, the newest member of the Island United team. Kurt is a family man who hails from Quadra island. He comes to us with over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. At Island United, he operates and maintains much of our heavy equipment. In his spare time, Kurt enjoys time outdoors, hiking, fishing and hunting.

Tanya Kennedy

General Manager

Tanya Kennedy joins Island United with a strong background in construction management and a commitment to delivering quality projects on time and within budget. As General Manager, Tanya oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless coordination across our diverse services—from excavation and concrete work to equipment rentals and civil infrastructure. Her leadership is rooted in a deep respect for our island community and a dedication to sustainable, efficient construction practices. Tanya is excited to contribute to the continued growth and success of Island United, fostering a collaborative environment where every project reflects our core values of craftsmanship, reliability, and local pride.

Tanya Kennedy

General Manager

Tanya Kennedy joins Island United with a strong background in construction management and a commitment to delivering quality projects on time and within budget. As General Manager, Tanya oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless coordination across our diverse services—from excavation and concrete work to equipment rentals and civil infrastructure. Her leadership is rooted in a deep respect for our island community and a dedication to sustainable, efficient construction practices. Tanya is excited to contribute to the continued growth and success of Island United, fostering a collaborative environment where every project reflects our core values of craftsmanship, reliability, and local pride.

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At Island United, we believe every project starts with a spark of imagination. From designing the perfect landscape for your front yard to filling in the potholes in your driveway, we're here to make it happen.

Island expertise you can count on

Island expertise you can count on

Island expertise you can count on

We’re not an off-island company navigating ferry schedules—we’re part of this community. When you hire Island United, you’re choosing neighbours who live and work here, who care as deeply as you do, and who’ll be around long after the project is complete.