Aequitas Developments is a Fresh face to the Ottawa’s Residential Construction Industry.
Founded in 2018, Owners Mike Roossien & Brock Thom possess a combined 40 years of previous residential construction experience. This experience, combined with our aptitude for implementation & execution is a winning combination which results in seamless project delivery throughout each build.
Mike Roossien
Mike has set the standard for high performance project management throughout his 30-year career in the design and construction industry.
Graduating at the top of his architectural class with honours, Mike’s first foray into his craft was running a successful custom design residential and commercial enterprise and working with an Ottawa-based structural engineering firm.
Mike spent 10-years as the Operations Supervisor with Canadian Tire Centre & Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, controlling the building event operations, and provided oversight & recommendations for capital projects of Ottawa’s highest profile sporting and entertainment venue. Directing a staff that exceeded 100+, it is here that Mike honed his people motivation and management style.
Mike’s career adds a depth of experience and dedication to high-quality construction. While specializing in custom homes, he has also been integral in the management and construction of numerous residential, high-profile condominium developments, light industrial, and commercial builds. Prior to Aequitas, Mike was an Operations & Project Manager specializing in multi-million dollar land assembly and development planning projects.
Brock Thom
Brock Thom comes from a long line of builders. His Great Grandfather & Grandfather built custom luxury homes in Montreal & West Quebec. While not a builder, Brock’s father has a long career working for a local premier architect. Brock’s diverse educational background includes a double major from Lake Forest College in Chicago Illinois. Brock has worked as a project manager in residential & commercial construction since 2014. Prior to this Brock’s previous professional experience consisted of 8 years co‐owning & operating a successful property management business while simultaneously working as a professional mortgage agent. These diverse roles have proved instrumental in the cultivation of his unique skill set & helped enhance his passion for taking on challenging projects.