Advantage is an Indigenous owned and operated contracting and design company, providing full-service construction solutions for commercial and industrial clients.
Fully qualified for the federal government’s Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business (PSAB), we go above and beyond, working hard to foster economic growth and success for the communities we serve.
OUR TEAM
Tim Hopkins
President
Tim, an Indigenous man and a member of the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan, started Advantage to create a business that provides employment and job training opportunities for Indigenous people and works to break through stereotypical barriers to success. He holds a B.Sc (Biology) from the University of Toronto and a B.Ed from Laurentian University and believes in the power and freedom of choice education and training can provide.
Tim has 30 years of experience and enjoys working closely with the communities Advantage serves, helping them find creative solutions that meets their needs and exceeds expectations. His positive approach to any situation contributes to a valuable experience for everyone, employees and clients alike.
When he isn’t travelling across the country to connect with clients, Tim can be found exploring the great outdoors, both in Canada and abroad, with his family.
Michael Hopkins
Media Relations
Michael is a member of the Ahtahkakoop First Nation and is proud to be working for a company that actively supports its Indigenous employees as he works towards achieving this career goals. Armed with a creative eye for photography and videography, Michael thrives on capturing the “moments” of projects as the official drone pilot for the company. Sharing his father, Tim’s vision of the company is Michael’s passion when he is working on site and online.
When he isn’t hitting the books or capturing beautiful photos and video of the work Advantage does, Michael spends his time practicing Muay Tai boxing, restoring his sports car and helping people learn to ski.
Danny Nguyen
Project Coordinator
Danny, holds a Master Degree in Civil and Construction Engineering with over ten years of experience in design and project management in a variety of areas including oil and gas, industrial, high-rise buildings and residential projects. He also obtained his PMP and worked as a Project Engineer and enhanced Project Coordinator with multiple stakeholders. Before working at Advantage GRP, Danny gained valuable experience working for Global Consulting Engineering such as TechnipFMC and HaskoningDHV.
When he’s not working, Danny loves spending time with his family at the parks and lakes.
