Andy Kikites is an internationally recognized expert in leading major infrastructure programs. He has worked with noted international planners and architects on some of the largest projects and programs in the world, including Palm Island, Dubai; Sir BaniYas Island, Abu Dhabi; Mazagan Development, Morocco; and Tappan Zee Bridge and Bayonne Bridge in New York.
In his role as director for one of the largest transit expansion programs in the world, the multi-billion-dollar Metrolinx mega-program, he worked with the Program Management Office to lead the development and implementation of governance and controls used to steward Metrolinx’s Capital Projects Group (CPG), resulting in consistency, transparency and accountability to the public.
Awards include the Distinguished Alumni (2020) and being an Honorary Degree recipient (2014) from the Humber Institute of Technology, the Premier’s Award from Colleges Ontario (2016), the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) Project of the Year Award (2003, 2009) for use of innovative and accelerated construction techniques, and the National Achievement Award (2008) from the Heritage Canada Foundation.
Andy became a highly respected role model to a new generation of engineering students and advanced the industry through innovation. He has developed and taught courses at McMaster University, the University of Toronto, TMU (Ryerson), and also at CFB Kingston. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science and a Master of Engineering from the University of Toronto, a Master of Laws from Osgoode Hall, is a licensed professional engineer in Ontario, and is experienced in Value Management and the application of the ENVISION framework for sustainable and resilient infrastructure.