Mr. Connor S. Chow

AIA, SAA, P.GSC, P.TECH, PMP, LEED AP BD+C, MRAIC, NCARB

Registered Architect - Province of SK, States of NC & MA

About Chow Architecture

Rooted in the Prairies

Connor Chow is a Saskatchewan-born Architect with a career rooted in both design and construction risk. As the Principal Architect of Chow Architecture, he holds a rare blend of technical design expertise, hands-on project delivery experience, and deep knowledge of construction failure and recovery.

His work spans architecture, forensic consulting, and complex construction claims across Canada and the U.S., with a particular focus on restoring distressed projects and advising on construction project dispute and completion resolutions and action plans. With a combined comprehensive background in architecture, engineering, insurance, construction law, and disputes, Connor offers clients a pragmatic, execution based approach grounded in construction reality and timeline clarity.

Awards

  • National 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction - On-Site Magazine

  • National Top 50 Insurance Professionals - Insurance Business Magazine

  • National Emerging Leader in Canadian Business - The Peak

  • Presidents Award - Technology Professionals Saskatchewan

  • Governor General of Saskatchewan - General Proficiency Award

News Articles

  • WeBuild Magazine - Personal Feature Story on Achievements to Date

  • Piling Canada Magazine - Personal Feature Story on Achievements to Date

  • Man Receives Pair of National Recognitions - Discover Moose Jaw

  • Young Professional Wins National Awards - Moose Jaw Today

  • University of Calgary - Alumni Article Feature

  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Alumni Article Feature

Licenses & Credentials

  • Registered Architect - Saskatchewan Association of Architects

  • Registered Architect - North Carolina Board of Architecture

  • Registered Architect - Commonwealth of Massachusetts

  • Licensed Professional Technologist - Technology Professionals Saskatchewan

  • Member of the American Institute of Architects

  • Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada

  • National Certificate Holder - National Counsel of Architectural Registration Boards

  • Professional, Gold Seal Certified Owner’s Construction Manager - Canadian Construction Association

  • Project Management Professional - Project Management Institute

  • LEED Accredited Professional in Building Design and Construction - Canadian Green Building Counsel

  • 24 Hour - EM 385-1-1 US Safety Designation

  • OSHA 30 US Safety Designation

Education

  • Masters Degree in Architecture - University of Calgary

  • Bachelors Degree in Construction Management - Saskatchewan Polytechnic

  • Associates Degrees in Architectural Technologies - Saskatchewan Polytechnic

  • Minor Equivalent in Architecture - Montana State University

  • Certificate in Construction Law - Osgoode Hall Law School at York University

  • Certificate in Applied Project Management - Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Boards & Volunteering

  • National Lead Auditor and Subject Matter Expert - Technology Accreditation Canada

  • Technical Executive Committee (Construction) - Government of Saskatchewan

  • Legislation Representative - Technology Professionals Saskatchewan

  • Program Advisory Committee - Architectural Technologies Program - Saskatchewan Polytechnic

  • Continuing Education Committee - American Institute of Architects - North Carolina Chapter

  • Past Board of Directors - Canadian Federal Government - Moose Jaw Lake Centre Lanigan

  • Past Director at Large - Saskatchewan Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs

  • Past Creative Mentor - Chow Design Studio

Presentations

  • Failure by Design - Issues with Plans, Specifications, and Submittals - Florida Surety Claims Association - In-Person Presentation

  • Surety Obligations in the Era of Sustainable Construction - American National Association of Surety Bond Producers - Live Webinar

  • Comprehensive Construction Cost to Complete Analysis - Canadian Surety Claims Conference - In-Person Presentation

  • Adherence to the Surety General Indemnity Agreement - American Midwest Surety & Construction Claims Conference - In-Person Presentation

  • The Complexities of Performance Bond Claims in Green Building - Surety Today Podcast - Live Webinar

Publications