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Steward can stand back and be proud of what
Constructions Méthodex has accomplished.
“We’ve managed to create a company with
an outstanding reputation. Our team is effec-
tive and productive and it is an inspiration to
many,” he told Business Elite Canada.
Sénéchal remains humble, close to people
and exceptionally altruistic, particularly as it
pertains to giving back to the local community.
“The company is in its own image, in the ser-
vice of all, and not vice versa,” he said.
Some of the most memorable projects and
events in the history of the company include
the construction of a building of 70 condos
spread over six floors using precast concrete
in 2008—a project worth nearly $6 million.
This was followed by ISO 9001 accreditation in
2009, after which its growth led to its opening
to shareholders and new modernized facili-
ties. Among the most memorable milestones
occurred when Constructions Méthodex won
the largest project in the region, recognition
for its expert restoration of the AuditoriumDu-
four, now named the Theatre National Bank—
a project valued at more than $10 million.
Fifteen new jobs were created to complete
the project. In terms of future expansion, the
company’s market is based in the Saguenay
Lac-St-Jean region with a heavy focus on com-
mercial, industrial, institutional, and some res-