What You Need To H2Know Episode #10 - Sam Gagnon

We’re back with a milestone tenth episode of What You Need to H2Know!In this episode, host Michele Grenier is joined by Sam Gagnon, Alternate Delivery Manager with North America Construction (NAC) and Chair of the OWWA Construction Committee. Sam brings a wealth of experience in collaborative and alternative delivery models, working across all phases of water infrastructure projects—from early design through construction, commissioning, and handover.Sam shares his career journey into the construction side of the water industry, what drew him to engineering, and how his experiences have shaped his perspective on successful project delivery. He also offers insights into why the industry is increasingly embracing collaborative delivery approaches and the key challenges municipalities face when delivering complex infrastructure projects.The conversation also highlights the success of the OWWA Construction Seminar—one of the association’s most anticipated events—and explores the motivation and impact behind the Construction Committee’s recent white paper on Product Procurement Methods, a valuable resource for municipal owners and project teams navigating procurement decisions.Learn more and get involved:🔧 OWWA Construction Committee: https://owwa.ca/owwa-committees/construction-committee/📄 Product Procurement White Paper: https://owwa.ca/app/uploads/2026/02/OWWA-Construction-White-Paper_Product-Procurement-Methods-R14_Shared.pdf🌊 Register for NextWave 2026: https://owwa.ca/event/ontarios-water-conference-trade-show-2026/Sam’s story underscores the importance of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in building resilient and effective water infrastructure systems.🎙️ Whether you’re commuting, on-site, or taking a break—press play and hear from a leader helping shape the future of construction in Ontario’s water sector.📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with the people making waves across the industry!