Jeff Olafson
Director Technology Innovation @G.I.R.D - Gardon Innovation Research Development
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WORK HISTORY
Director Technology Innovation @G.I.R.D - Gardon Innovation Research Development
Rosser, MB, CA
As Director of Technology Innovation at G.I.R.D Innovation Research Development, I lead the strategic advancement of emerging construction technologies with a focus on additive manufacturing and digital fabrication. I oversee the integration of robotics, computational design, and advanced material science into scalable, low-carbon construction solutions tailored for Canada’s harsh climates. My role bridges R&D with real-world deployment, fostering cross-sector partnerships, guiding IP development, and accelerating market-ready innovation. I work closely with academic, industrial, and government collaborators to position G.I.R.D at the forefront of 3D concrete printing, sustainability, and resilient infrastructure. Through a hands-on approach to prototyping, validation, and field application, I ensure our technologies not only meet technical standards but shape the future of construction across North America and beyond.
EDUCATION
RRC Polytech
Building Construction Technician
ABOUT JEFF OLAFSON
CEO at Gardon Construction | Founder of G.I.R.D – Gardon Innovation Research Development | Champion of Additive Construction in CanadaA Gold Seal Certified Project Manager and Building Construction Technologist with over 30 years of experience in the Manitoba construction industry. Leads Gardon Construction, a second-generation firm pioneering 3D concrete printing and sustainable building solutions across Canada’s prairie and Arctic regions. Through G.I.R.D, is driving the adoption of additive manufacturing in real-world construction.Active in industry leadership, a member of ASTM F42 Committee on Additive Manufacturing Technologies, and a contributor to the National Research Council of Canada’s Additive Construction industry group initiative.
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