The Macklan Group is a family-owned enterprise driven by innovation, social commitment, and community-building initiatives in Atlantic Canada. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, the Macklan Group has established itself as a construction and real estate development leader and a pioneer in innovative offsite construction and manufacturing.
Community building is at the heart of our values. We are committed to generating economic and social development and making a difference where it matters most. The Macklan Group integrates the unique capabilities of its dynamic company portfolio, including DORA Construction, Somerled Properties, and Eastcut Wood Building Solutions. This integration supports initiatives focused on socio-environmental commitment through adopting innovative business strategies.
With twenty years in the market, DORA Construction has been an integral part of our group. It established itself as an influential builder with a solid regional presence. Operating from headquarters in Dartmouth and satellite offices in Lunenburg and Membertou, DORA Construction became a leader in the industry, focusing on community development and fostering growth.
With Somerled Properties, a renowned real estate developer and property manager known for its systematic approach to joint ventures with landowners, individual investors, and institutional funds, Macklan has contributed to developing connected communities to bring people together.
Recently, our group embarked on a transformative journey into visionary offsite construction and manufacturing, offering sustainable and efficient building solutions through Eastcut. This emerging campus serves as a hub for innovation, demonstrating our commitment to remaining at the forefront of the industry.
Our commitment to innovation, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability drives us to foster partnerships and develop projects with high-impact, community-focused outcomes. Whether residential developments, large-scale commercial projects, sustainable construction, or meticulous renovations, each project is a testament to our values and unwavering dedication to excellence.
Our Companies
Our Team
President & Founder
General Manager & COO of Eastcut
President & COO DORA
President & COO Somerled and Head of Preconstruction
EVP & CFO
Chief of Staff & Head of HR
VP & General Counsel
VP, Strategic Partnerships
Director, Corporate Finance
Director, Affordable Housing
Communications & Marketing Consultant
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