James McRae is the President and Founding Partner of verTerra Corp, a dedicated construction, design, and project management firm serving Conqora Capital Partners. With over 35 years of experience delivering complex real estate and infrastructure projects across Canada, James leads with deep technical insight, disciplined execution, and a builder’s mindset.

Prior to launching verTerra in 2009, James held senior roles at leading firms including PCL Construction, Kiewit, HOK, and BLJC, where he led large-scale institutional and commercial developments. His expertise spans all phases of project delivery, from strategic planning and stakeholder alignment to procurement, construction, and operational readiness.

At Conqora, James plays a critical role in translating investment strategy into built outcomes, overseeing the development and delivery of key portfolio assets such as mixed-use real estate and health infrastructure.

He is a committed community leader, currently serving on the boards of the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, Vancouver Island University Foundation, and previously as Chair of the Royal Ottawa Volunteer Association and Trustee at the Royal Ottawa Hospital. With a reputation for integrity, resilience, and mission-driven leadership, James brings both vision and precision to every project he touches.

James studied Architectural Technology at Algonquin College and has spent his career at the intersection of design, construction, and operational impact.