Developing quality real estate with a community focus

THE CRESCO WAY

It’s what makes us different. It’s the driving force in all we do.

At Cresco, we pride ourselves on the highly regarded reputation we have established in the marketplace. We are a dedicated group of professionals who are passionate about the art of building. We hold true to our vision and values and are committed to being collaborative in all areas of our business – with our partners, our customers, and each other. It’s The Cresco Way!

ABOUT CRESCO

Care and craftsmanship behind every door.

Since 1989, with roots primarily in homebuilding, Cresco has become an integrated real estate company specializing in low-rise residential, commercial construction, and land development. More recently, the company has also become an investment property owner and operator. Cresco was founded by Hossein Mousavi in 1989 with Taleb Abidali joining in 1994. 

 The Cresco team has built award-winning homes and communities across Halifax. The magic of our successful family-owned company is our strong commitment to our customers, partners, and loyal network of suppliers and trades. Cresco is known for its relentless focus on quality and functional design in building homes and developing communities, including The Ravines of Bedford South and The Parks of West Bedford, and The Parks of Lake Charles.

OUR VALUES

The solid foundation on which we are built

Our core values serve as guiding principles that underpin every decision and action with take, ensuring transparency, accountability, and a relentless pursuit of customer satisfaction.

Family

We are families building for families.

Integrity

Show trust-worthiness, do the right thing, take accountability.

Respect

Recognize we do not exist without each of our stakeholders.

Caring

Support our community’s organizations and institutions.

Enabling

Support our employees’ professional development and personal and financial well-being.

Team

Value each other’s opinions, time and contributions towards our common goals.

OUR TEAM

Meet our leadership team

With a wealth of expertise and a shared dedication to our strategic vision, they lead by example, inspiring our teams to deliver exceptional results. Meet the driving force behind our company’s success – our leadership team.

Andrew Inch

Vice President, Corporate Development

Andrew is a longtime resident of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and excited about Halifax’s future growth and development opportunity. Andrew joined Cresco in 2021 after 15 years with a large heavy civil construction contractor where he was responsible…
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Andrew Inch

Vice President, Corporate Development

Andrew is a long-time resident of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and excited about Halifax’s future growth and development opportunity. Andrew joined Cresco in 2021 after 15 years with a large heavy civil construction contractor where he was responsible for complex contracting and business development initiatives, locally, regionally, and internationally. Andrew graduated from Dalhousie Law School after completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Northern British Columbia. Andrew regularly volunteers with community and charitable organizations and serves on a number of professional and volunteer boards. He enjoys playing music, hiking, mountain and road biking, skiing, sailing, and spending time with his wife and two young boys.

Nancy Alexander, CPA

Vice President, Finance

Nancy joined Cresco in July 2022. She has 20+ years of work experience in finance, budgeting, process improvement, strategic planning, change management, investor relations and sustainability roles. Specifically…
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Nancy Alexander, CPA

Vice President, Finance

Nancy joined Cresco in July 2022. She has 20+ years of work experience in finance, budgeting, process improvement, strategic planning, change management, investor relations and sustainability roles. Specifically, she has been in the real estate sector for the past 14 years with publicly traded real estate companies. Nancy holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Dalhousie University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant. Born and raised in Newfoundland, Nancy & her family call Halifax home today, and you’ll find her running the trails all around Halifax, always training for her next marathon.

Craig Sutherland

Vice President, Development and Construction

Craig is a dynamic professional known for his extensive experience across the Construction, Energy, and Retail sectors. With a Bachelor’s degree from Dalhousie and an MBA from Saint Mary’s…
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Craig Sutherland

Vice President, Development and Construction

Craig is a dynamic professional known for his extensive experience across the Construction, Energy, and Retail sectors. With a Bachelor’s degree from Dalhousie and an MBA from Saint Mary’s, Craig possesses a strong education background that compliments his diverse skill set. Craig is known for is ability to build strong partnerships, collaboration, and strategic decision making. This experience extends to various business operations, from project management to market analysis which contributes to significant organizational growth and success. He resides in Halifax with his wife Rachel and their three children, Daniel, Maya, and Patrick. An advocate for giving back, Craig also actively engages in volunteer work, demonstrating his dedication to making a positive impact beyond his professional work.

Meet our construction team

From single family homes to high rise buildings, we’re thrilled to have such a dedicated team of professionals managing our construction processes.

Dave Coady

Dave is our Customer Service Technician. His works with our Customer Experience Coordinator to ensure your outstanding maintenance issues are addressed.
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Dave Coady

Dave is our Customer Service Technician. His works with our Customer Experience Coordinator to ensure your outstanding maintenance issues are addressed. If there are issues that he cannot personally resolve, he connects you to the appropriate person. Dave schedules necessary work with subcontractors to ensure your repairs are completed on time. He also guides you on how to use your mechanical systems in your house and provides information about general maintenance and upkeep for your homes. Before joining our team, he worked in the residential renovation industry for 15 years, specializing in renovations, repair, and maintaining properties. He also spent 20 years as a Parts Manager at a high volume car dealership. When he’s not at work, he enjoys travelling and camping with his wife in their Volkswagen campervan.

Greg Sutherland

Greg manages the construction of our builds and liaises with our trades and vendors to provide you with a great experience and quality new home. He has been in the construction
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Greg Sutherland

Greg manages the construction of our builds and liaises with our trades and vendors to provide you with a great experience and quality new home. He has been in the construction industry for most of his career. He worked in the retail building supply end. He ran a successful general construction company for 15 years, where they primarily renovated period Victorian homes around our city. This level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, combined with an excellent customer satisfaction record, helps him ensure your experience with us is positive and results with the home you desire. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends. He loves anything outdoors and spends a significant amount of time sailing and skiing. He has a bit of an obsession with motorcycles, and when not working on them, he tries to get out a few times a week to shed off the day.

Martin Livingston

Martin has been involved in the construction industry since the mid-1980s in various capacities such as retail, manufacturing, design and construction management.
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Martin Livingston

Martin has been involved in the construction industry since the mid-1980s in various capacities such as retail, manufacturing, design and construction management. Before that, he enjoyed an eleven-year career in the hospitality industry. He joined us in early-2003 as the Project Coordinator responsible for the house design and drafting of plan sets. He coordinated the flow of information between the Cresco Construction office, Site Supervisors, trades, vendors, and the Halifax Development office staff. During his time with us, he has had the opportunity to design eleven Lottery Homes for several organizations, including the IWK Foundation and the QEII Foundation, and played a part in us receiving many industry awards over the years. Now, he also sits on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Home Builders Association – Nova Scotia (CHBA-NS) as Chairperson for the Technical Research Committee and is also the CHBA representative to the Nova Scotia Building Advisory Committee. The Committee which not only advises the Minister of the Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing on the ongoing development of the Nova Scotia Building Regulations (Building Code) but also serves in a judicial capacity to facilitate appeals regarding enforcement of the Building Code. He’s also a member of the Halifax Development Liaison Group that represents the concerns of the CHBA in discussions regarding the Halifax Development office as they develop new rules, permits, and initiatives. He has recently joined the Compliance & Enforcement Working Group for the Accessibility Act, which is relatively new legislation introduced under the Nova Scotia Department of Justice. At the National level, He has been involved to some degree in developing the national building codes. When he’s not at work, he enjoys golf, cooking and spending time with his granddaughter.

Bridget Phillips

Bridget coordinates the purchase of all materials needed to create your home. From the moment the design is complete until the final finishing touches, she works with
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Bridget Phillips

Bridget coordinates the purchase of all materials needed to create your home. From the moment the design is complete until the final finishing touches, she works with our trusted suppliers and trade partners to ensure Cresco homes are built on time and on budget. Bridget has a strong administrative background, across a number of different industries, but hasn’t always stayed behind a desk. She began in the heavy civil construction industry working in Quality Control for concrete, soil, and asphalt. After completing her Civil Engineering Technology at NSCC Ivany, she put her organizational skills to work doing estimating for commercial construction, before joining the Cresco team. Growing up in a family of carpenters has helped her develop an eye for detail and quality craftsmanship. She is proud to be part of the Cresco team. Away from the office, Bridget enjoys reading sci-fi novels, hiking in the woods, and a good cuppa tea.

Wesley Dodd

Wesley is our general labourer, helping to put the finishing touches on all of our projects. Throughout his day he ensures that the sites are safe for our trade partners,
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Wesley Dodd

Wesley is our general labourer, helping to put the finishing touches on all of our projects. Throughout his day he ensures that the sites are safe for our trade partners, and checks all final pieces throughout, to be sure your house is perfect before closing. After moving from England in 2012 to Nova Scotia, Wesley worked as an electrical apprentice for a couple years before joining Cresco. Living close by seeing the community grow and being a part of that process is greatly rewarding. When not at work Wesley enjoys football, the gym, socializing with friends and some good food.

Ashlee Perry

Ashlee is our Customer Experience and Design Coordinator. With an illustrious 17-year career in interior design, Ashlee has cultivated her skills and expertise,
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Ashlee Perry

Ashlee is our Customer Experience and Design Coordinator. With an illustrious 17-year career in interior design, Ashlee has cultivated her skills and expertise, having spent the majority of her professional journey in Ottawa after growing up in Cole Harbour, NS. Ashlee’s impressive portfolio showcases her mastery across a spectrum of projects, from small-scale renovations to the meticulous crafting of custom homes. Her commitment to elevating the customer experience is palpable in her eagerness to integrate client input into her designs. Among Ashlee’s notable achievements are the acquisition of over 20 Great Ottawa Home Builder Design awards, her role as a judge for the Canadian Home Building Association design awards, and features in various Ottawa Design Magazines. Beyond her individual success, Ashlee actively contributes to the growth of emerging designers by mentoring students from the Algonquin Interior Design Program. Working with Ashlee, you can trust that your home-building journey with Cresco will be an unparalleled and delightful experience.

Come work with us

Make a smart career move and join the award-winning team of professionals at Cresco. Our family-owned business is passionate about developing vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods in Nova Scotia. Built on a solid foundation of high-quality work, customer service and intelligent design, we are dedicated to delivering the Cresco experience every day. We pride ourselves on being collaborative in all areas of our business – with our industry partners, our customers, and each other. We also like to have fun! From our monthly lunches and team gatherings to our charitable work in the community, our diverse group of talented and hard-working individuals will quickly feel like family. Add in our great benefits and supportive working environment and you’ll be wondering why you didn’t make the move sooner.
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NEWS & AWARDS

Driving Industry Innovation

As an industry leader, we take pride in our accomplishments while remaining humbled by the recognition received over the years. We strive for excellence and are committed to delivering innovative properties and inspiring communities.  

We are grateful to be the recipient of over 70 different awards recognizing the work we do in our community, our business acumen and leadership, and our construction expertise. Most notably,

  • Cresco is a six-time recipient of the Nova Scotia Home Builders’ Association Peak Award for Builder of the Year, the most recent being 2023.
  • 10+ Peak Awards for Most Outstanding New Home in several categories
  • Several safety related awards from the Nova Scotia Construction Safety Association and Home Builders’ Association
  • Family Enterprise of the Year Award from the Canadian Association of Family Enterprise – Nova Scotia Division.
  • Customer Choice Awards and Various Marketing Excellence awards
  • Metro United Way’s award for Outstanding Corporate Partner and Community Builder.
For a full list of all our achievements, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Cresco cares

Cresco is proud to support great causes. We have built lottery homes for The IWK Foundation, Metro United Way, Saint Mary’s University, and QEII Lottery Homes. We also are proud to have sponsored events such as the IWK Children’s Miracle Telethon Network, The Prismatic Festival, The Cedar Festival, The Greek Festival, Bedford Days, many minor sports teams and cultural organizations, and have raised over $50,000 for ‘ Bowl For Kid’s Sake’ for Big Brothers Big Sisters.