About Proterra

Proterra Landworks is a Calgary-based full service land company serving Alberta and Saskatchewan since 2006.

Proterra, it’s all in the name.


Proterra comes from two root words: “pro” and “terra”:

Pro :
An abbreviation for the word “professional”.
A “proponent” of a proposal or project.

Terra :
Earth; land.

Combining “pro” and “terra” has significant meaning.

At Proterra we have an excellent staff with strong backgrounds in land, negotiations, regulations, agriculture, administration, construction practices and energy.

We believe in continuous improvement and are constantly looking at innovative ways to improve our processes, turnaround time, reporting and the end product for our valued clients.

Proterra Management


Kelly Stearns, Principal, Manager

With over 35 years of experience, Kelly’s involvement as a land professional for numerous oil and gas, midstream, and land companies assures that corporate goals are met and Proterra customers are satisfied. Holding a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a concentration in Petroleum Land Management from the University of Calgary, throughout his career Kelly has developed a well-rounded skill set from working various roles in the field, in auditing, in coordinating and management leads.

Proterra strives to deliver exceptional:

Planning, Coordinating and Results


  • Strategize and develop your project plan
  • Efficient project turnaround
  • Adhering to regulatory standards

Accurate Documentation Procedures


  • Highly experienced administrative personnel
  • Effective audit system

Advanced Communication Skills


  • Issue resolution and problem solving
  • Listening, acknowledging and building trust
Knowledge • Experience • Trust

Proterra Landworks management and staff are committed to exceeding expectations across all facets of our business. Knowledge, experience and trust are key elements that have resulted in highly developed standards of response required to achieve excellence in land services.

403-532-4440 | info@proterra.ca