About

Widely recognised by peers and clients alike for his ability to use his excellent judgment skills and ability to weigh legal and commercial risk in the context of a bigger commercial picture, Brian Swartz has over 15 years of combined in-house experience at the highest level. Currently in charge of the legal division at the Canadian construction giant Aecon, Swartz has an executive responsibility for managing a broad portfolio of corporate services including, but not limited to, legal, corporate secretarial, strategic planning services and risk. A recognition for Swartz’s efforts at the helm of the department since 2012, has been the 2013 award of distinction granted to Aecon’s legal team for the “Best Canadian Legal Department” by the International Legal Alliance in Paris. In addition to his legal role, Swartz is chair of the Aecon Project Review Committee, a member of the Executive Committee and serves on the majority of the boards of directors for its wholly owned subsidiaries. Swartz’s previous experience is marked by his participation in major and well known infrastructure and P3 initiatives in Canada and abroad such as Highway 407, Cross Israel Toll Highway, Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Power Project (India), Pearson International Airport (Toronto), Darlington Nuclear Refurbishment and many others. In addition to his professional victories, Swartz is known for his public sector initiatives, having previously served as counsel to the Province of Ontario advising on innovative approaches to service delivery, commercialisation and outsourcing. Swartz also serves as a member of the Canadian Surety Association, as well as the Canadian Construction Association.