Our Team
Dieudonne Shimirwa
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James Blackman
As CFO and Cofounder at Turiforma, James brings extensive experience in project management, engineering, and sustainable construction. His background includes residential and commercial construction in Canada where he specialized in rammed earth construction, demonstrating his commitment to green building. James was also Sr. Construction Manager at MASS Build and Project Manager at Remote Partners in Kigali, Rwanda where he oversaw major institutional construction projects. As a Product Engineer at Honda of Canada Mfg, he honed his skills in process improvement, lean manufacturing, and team leadership. His experience demonstrates a commitment to holistic value creation, continuous improvement, and collaborative problem-solving, making him a valuable asset to the Turiforma team.
Adam McDonald
Adam is an architect, construction manager, and technology innovator with 20+ years of experience delivering complex projects worldwide. He has led the technical execution of custom façade systems for Google, Amazon, and Stanford University Hospital, overseeing design detailing, fabrication, and installation. As Site Superintendent in Rwanda, he managed large-scale projects, overseeing all on-site activities, team coordination, sequencing, and logistics. Previously at a non-profit, he developed digital automation tools to streamline construction workflows in Nepal, Colombia, and the Philippines, which led to national subsidy programs supporting housing retrofits in collaboration with their governments. With expertise in building technology, digital fabrication, and Lean methodologies, Adam continues to pursue innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions in the built environment.
Projects our team has previously worked on
