Meet the Retro Team
The dedicated staff members of Retro Specialty Contractors are passionate about what they do, and take pride in exceeding client expectations. Our experienced team members have hands-on involvement in all projects, creatively collaborating with our clients to provide optimal concrete solutions.
Grant J Raeburn (retired)
Founder and CEO
I have been in the construction business all my life: Glasgow born and raised, Building College, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, and with a strong background in Engineering Contracting on 3 Continents. I started the BC operation 30 years ago celebrating this year 2019. Becoming a Specialty Contractor in the construction industry was my passion then as much as it still is today! I enjoy the interaction with our clients directly, and take pride in being known as one of the more involved owners on a daily basis. I like the people and the energy of the business, and the satisfaction in providing a repair / replacement / enhancement / improvement, that makes a difference in our built environment. My role is to ensure slow and steady growth in our team's ability, provide a platform for the younger professionals to succeed and thrive, and underscore the companies’ strength and success into the next generation. I take professional pride in our ability to change, embrace the next technical innovation, and cater to our clients’ specific requirements.
Barbara Cox
Office Manager
Barbara joined Retro Specialty Contractors as Office Administrator in 2007. She has both a B.A. and a M.A. in English from Auburn University, Auburn, AL. With over 40 years of office administration experience, Barbara handles project administration and cost control, customer and vendor accounts, human resources, payroll, and accounting.
Joe Hoskins
Director of Operations
Joe joined Retro Specialty Contractors as Operations Manager in 2015. He has 30 years of experience in the concrete restoration field, working on projects ranging greatly in size and scope. Joe oversees all aspects of the projects, from the initial bid, and mobilization through completion, with a high standard of quality.
Josh Booth
Project Manager
Please contact Josh for project management, estimating, sales and technical support. Josh has been delivering projects for Retro, from the initial contact with the clients to completion, since 2018. Josh started working in the construction industry in 2005 as an apprentice carpenter and continued working onsite until 2017 when he moved into a role as an estimator/coordinator quickly establishing himself in the professional side of construction. On his time off, Josh enjoys traveling, running, hiking, strength training, biking, Premier League soccer and craft beer.
Maral Ahmadi
Estimator
Maral joined Retro Specialty Contractors as an Estimator in January 2025. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Engineering in Building Science, along with specialized expertise in building envelope design and estimating, Maral will enhance Retro’s ability to provide accurate and timely tenders and bids.
Jordan Krentz
General Manager/Project Manager
Jordan has two B.A.s from Simon Fraser University with a focus in construction law; he joined Retro Specialty Contractors in 2007. Jordan started his career as an Estimator/Coordinator and he is now the company’s General Manager and Senior Project Manager. He likes taking on challenging and high-profile projects and ensuring the work is completed on time and to the satisfaction of the client. Jordan’s professionalism & commitment to our clients will exceed your expectations.
Jayne Raeburn (retired)
VP Business Development
Jayne joined Retro Specialty Contractors’ team as VP Business Development in January 2017. Jayne graduated in 2001 with a degree in Architectural Design from Southbank University, London, UK. For the past 15 years Jayne has enjoyed a very successful career in Construction Sales and Key Account Management. Looking to the future with this young team of professionals at Retro & in B.C.’s construction industry, Jayne offers her expertise to new Project Development for Retro’s existing & new clients.
Carrie Hoskins
Administrator
Carrie joined the Retro Specialty Contractors Inc. team in 2015. She is involved in all aspects of project administration from the pre-qualification and bid process, through to close out documentation. Carrie administers and monitors the company health and safety program, and is involved in the administration of customer and vendor accounts, human resources, payroll, and accounting. Carrie has 27 years of experience in office administration 15 of which have been in the construction industry. On her time off, Carrie enjoys reading, strength training, Pilates, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Grant J Raeburn (retired)
Founder and CEO
I have been in the construction business all my life: Glasgow born and raised, Building College, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, and with a strong background in Engineering Contracting on 3 Continents. On my landing in Calgary in 1981 I was hired by PCL Construction and received a sound education on North American construction methods. I proceeded to work for BTY on the Cost Consulting of the Calgary Olympic facilities, and from there as a partner in an Alberta-based Specialty Contracting company. I started the BC-based operation in 1989, and the Washington-based operation in 2001, following on the Pioneer Square earthquake remediation requirement. Being regarded as a good ‘Specialty Contractor’ is still my passion. I want to interact with our clients directly, and take pride in being known as one of the more involved owners on a daily basis. I like the people and the energy of the business, and the satisfaction in providing a repair / replacement / enhancement / improvement, that makes a difference in our built environment. My role nowadays is to ensure slow and steady growth in a volatile marketplace, provide a platform for the younger (and better) members here to succeed and thrive, and underscore the companies’ strength and success into the next generation. I take professional pride in our ability to change, embrace the next technical innovation, and cater to our clients’ specific requirements.
Joe Hoskins
Director of Operations
Joe joined Retro Specialty Contractors as Operations Manager in 2015. He has 30 years of experience in the concrete restoration field, working on projects ranging greatly in size and scope. Joe oversees all aspects of the projects, from the initial bid, and mobilization through completion, with a high standard of quality.
Jordan Krentz
General Manager/Project Manager
Jordan has two B.A.s from Simon Fraser University with a focus in construction law; he joined Retro Specialty Contractors in 2007. Jordan started his career as an Estimator/Coordinator and he is now the company’s General Manager and Senior Project Manager. He likes taking on challenging and high-profile projects and ensuring the work is completed on time and to the satisfaction of the client. Jordan’s professionalism & commitment to our clients will exceed your expectations.
Jayne Raeburn (retired)
VP Business Development
Jayne joined Retro Specialty Contractors’ team as VP Business Development in January 2017. Jayne graduated in 2001 with a degree in Architectural Design from Southbank University, London, UK. For the past 15 years Jayne has enjoyed a very successful career in Construction Sales and Key Account Management with industry leading companies. Working with this young team of professionals at Retro & in B.C.’s construction industry today has been an exciting position.
Carrie Hoskins
Administrator
Carrie joined the Retro Specialty Contractors Inc. team in 2015. She is involved in all aspects of project administration from the pre-qualification and bid process, through to close out documentation. Carrie administers and monitors the company health and safety program, and is involved in the administration of customer and vendor accounts, human resources, payroll, and accounting. Carrie has 27 years of experience in office administration 15 of which have been in the construction industry. On her time off, Carrie enjoys reading, strength training, Pilates, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Barbara Cox
Office Manager
Barbara joined Retro Specialty Contractors as Office Administrator in 2007. She has both a B.A. and a M.A. in English from Auburn University, Auburn, AL. With over 40 years of office administration experience, Barbara handles project administration and cost control, customer and vendor accounts, human resources, payroll, and accounting.
Josh Booth
Project Manager
Please contact Josh for project management, estimating, sales and technical support. Josh has been delivering projects for Retro, from the initial contact with the clients to completion, since 2018. Josh started working in the construction industry in 2005 as an apprentice carpenter and continued working onsite until 2017 when he moved into a role as an estimator/coordinator quickly establishing himself in the professional side of construction. On his time off, Josh enjoys traveling, running, hiking, strength training, biking, Premier League soccer and craft beer.
Maral Ahmadi
Estimator
Maral joined Retro Specialty Contractors as an Estimator in January 2025. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and a Master of Engineering in Building Science, along with specialized expertise in building envelope design and estimating, Maral will enhance Retro’s ability to provide accurate and timely tenders and bids.
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They are done by a team of people.``
~ Steve Jobs, Founder of Apple (1955 – 2011)
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