Our course authors

Construction Executive, Senior Instructor, and MMCD Contract Specialist

Brian Weeks is a retired professional engineer, business executive, and recognized authority in construction contract management, with over 40 years of leadership in the heavy construction, marine, roadbuilding, and aggregate industries across North America. His executive and operational experience spans major organizations such as Lafarge, Mainland Sand & Gravel, JJM Construction, and the Warren Group. He also served as President of Western Construction Services Ltd., providing project management, technical consulting, and claims evaluation services. Throughout his career, Mr. Weeks managed some of Canada’s largest aggregate operations and directed fleets valued at over $30 million. He also co-founded a company that developed an award-winning system for the environmentally responsible recovery of fines from concrete wash water.

Mr. Weeks is widely respected for his decades-long contribution to the Master Municipal Construction Documents Association, the standard construction contract framework for municipalities in British Columbia. As the MMCD’s Senior Instructor for nearly 30 years, he developed and taught certification programs for Contract Administrators, Inspectors, Superintendents, and Referees—training thousands of professionals across the province. He played a leading role in drafting the MMCD General Conditions, authoring user guides, and creating certification exams. He currently serves as a certified MMCD Dispute Referee and is the voice behind the MMCD’s “Contract Considerations” video series on YouTube.

Brian holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia and an MBA from Simon Fraser University, where he earned the Dean’s Medal. He was a lecturer at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and author on contract tendering and case law. In retirement, he continues to contribute through writing, technical innovation, and community service.

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Dieter Diedericks is a highly experienced infrastructure professional with over 30 years of expertise in project management, municipal engineering, and professional development. A Board Member of MMCD (representing ACEC BC), he has played an instrumental role in shaping MMCD standards and certifications, including his past leadership as Chair of the MMCD Referee Committee.

Dieter holds certifications in MMCD Contract Administration and MMCD Referee, and is a Certified Performance Coach with Symbiosis Coaching USA. His leadership experience extends to various roles with Engineers and Geoscientists BC and ACEC BC, where he has made significant contributions to professional development initiatives.

In his current role as Division Manager of Infrastructure at Associated Engineering, Dieter oversees complex municipal engineering projects and provides expert guidance on infrastructure development. He also served on the PMI Canadian West Coast Chapter Education Committee, instructing the PMP Exam Prep Course from 2005 to 2017.

Key Roles & Certifications:

• MMCD Board Member, representing ACEC BC (2019 – 2025)
• MMCD Referee Committee, Past Chair (2020 – present)
• Certified Performance Coach, Symbiosis Coaching USA (2025)
• MMCD Certified Contract Administrator (2007)
• Division Manager, Infrastructure, Associated Engineering (2013 – present)
• PMP Exam Prep Instructor, Canadian West Coast Chapter PMI (2005 – 2017)

Dieter combines technical expertise with a commitment to coaching and leadership development, empowering professionals to excel in the municipal engineering field

MMCD Instructor | Municipal Engineering Expert

With over 35 years of experience in municipal infrastructure, John Sturdy has been an MMCD Instructor since 2008. He brings a wealth of practical knowledge in Contract Administration and MMCD standards, having contributed to key committees such as the MMCD Documents Committee and the Design Guidelines Committee.

John has held leadership positions in both the public and private sectors, including as Branch Manager at McElhanney and Assistant Director of Engineering at the City of Victoria. His expertise spans across sustainable infrastructure, municipal design, and engineering project management.

Key Roles & Certifications:

• MMCD Documents Committee Member (2018 – present)
• MMCD Contract Administrator Certification (2006)
• Branch Manager, McElhanney (2015 – 2021)
• Assistant Director of Engineering, City of Victoria (2008 – 2015)

John’s training focuses on equipping professionals with practical skills to implement MMCD guidelines effectively. His deep involvement with MMCD ensures that he remains at the forefront of industry developments.