Forge Contracting Group team on site

About Forge

Built on Reputation

Years of delivering complex projects on time and on budget has earned us a reputation that no marketing campaign could buy.

Forge Contracting Group founder on site

Our Story

Started on the Tools. Still Accountable to Every One.

At Forge Contracting Group, we provide comprehensive construction, development, and project management services, helping bring projects from concept to completion. Whether it's a residential build, renovation, property redevelopment, or commercial project, we offer the experience, resources, and expertise to manage every stage of the process. Our services extend beyond traditional construction to include site planning, building permits, zoning applications, rezoning, demolition, excavation, landscaping, architectural and project design coordination, and complete project oversight. We understand that every project is unique, with its own challenges, opportunities, and objectives. Our approach is built around providing practical solutions, coordinating the right professionals, and navigating the complexities of municipal approvals, design, budgeting, and construction. From initial feasibility assessments and development planning to final construction and finishing touches, Forge Contracting Group is committed to delivering efficient, well-managed projects with quality workmanship, clear communication, and attention to detail.

Today, Forge operates across the Greater Toronto Area with a team of 80+ tradespeople, project managers, and site supervisors. We've grown from residential renovations to multi-million dollar commercial builds — but the standard hasn't changed.

We don't chase volume. We take on projects we can deliver properly, staff them with people who know what they're doing, and hold ourselves accountable to the same standard on day one as on day 300.

What We Stand For

No Shortcuts. No Excuses.

Accountability

Every project has a named lead who owns the outcome. Not a team. Not a department. A person.

Precision

We measure twice, build once. Rework is waste — and waste is a sign of poor planning, not bad luck.

Transparency

You'll always know where your project stands. No surprises on budget. No surprises on schedule.

Craft

We take pride in the work itself. The details that no one notices are the ones that make everything else hold together.

Leadership

The People Behind the Work

Marcus Reilly

Marcus Reilly

Founder & President

20 years in the trades. Founded Forge in 2009 with one crew and a reputation for finishing what he started.

Diana Osei

Diana Osei

VP, Project Management

A licensed P.Eng. with 14 years of commercial construction experience. She runs the schedule and holds the line on budget.

Rob Szymanski

Rob Szymanski

Director of Site Operations

30 years on the tools and in the field. Rob knows every trade and every trick — and he doesn't tolerate either being misused.

Credentials & Affiliations

Licensed, Insured, and Accountable

Forge Contracting Group credentials and certifications

Ontario General Contractor Licence

Fully licensed under the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act and the Building Code Act.

WSIB Clearance Certificate

Current WSIB clearance maintained at all times. Every worker on every site is covered.

$10M Commercial Liability Insurance

Comprehensive commercial general liability coverage on all active projects.

OGCA Member

Active member of the Ontario General Contractors Association since 2011.

COR Certified

Certificate of Recognition in workplace health and safety — independently audited.

LEED Project Experience

Delivered multiple LEED Silver and Gold certified commercial projects across the GTA.

Ready to Work Together?

Tell us about your project. We'll give you a straight answer.