SiteNews | September 2024
Mira Saba, BSc, EIT, NFRC Certified Simulator
This month saw construction professionals step into new roles as district managers, vice presidents, region heads and more.
CONSTRUCTION LEADERS FORUM
This month of People Moves is brought to you the Construction Leaders Forum, a gathering of high-level construction leaders set to take place on Sept. 25 at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto. Only a few tickets remain before the venue is at capacity.
Canadian Property Management | September 2024
Nigel Parker, B.Sc, M.Eng, P.Eng., LEED® AP BD+C, MCSCE | Principal
When cracks appear in the concrete foundation walls of your below-grade parking structure, the sight can be disconcerting. But the reality is, it happens in every facility at some point in its lifecycle and there are trusted methods to prevent them from worsening.
Canadian Consulting Engineer | July/August 2024
Sameer Hasham, BASc, P.Eng., CPHD | Group Leader
Sameer Hasham, 39, is an associate and group leader with RJC Engineers, specializing in building science. As a Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) and board member of the British Columbia Building Envelope Council (BCBEC), he focuses on designing enclosures for buildings with consideration for both structural and thermal engineering of the façade.
SiteNews | August 2024
Sameer Hasham, BASc, P.Eng., CPHD | Group Leader
This month saw construction professionals’ step into new roles as CEOs, presidents, vice presidents and more.
CONSTRUCTION LEADERS FORUM
This month of People Moves is brought to you the Construction Leaders Forum. Use promo code PEOPLEMOVES to get 25% off tickets to attend the event on Sept. 25 in Toronto. Act now as this offer expires Sept. 6.
Canadian Property Management | August 2024
Stephen Epp, BSc, RRO, P.Eng. | Project Engineer
Sometimes it's all about the icing on the cake
Roofing systems make up the top covering of a building, providing shelter and protection against rain, snow, sunlight, fluctuating temperatures and other adverse conditions. In other words, the roof is an integral part of the building envelope and shouldn’t be neglected.
Steel Design Magazine | July 2024
Dominic Mattman,BASc, MASc, P.Eng., LEED® AP | Associate
Andrew Voth, BASc., Ph.D., P.Eng. | Associate
What are engineers saying about new XCarb® EPDs?
Today’s architects and engineers are faced with a growing problem. In an economic climate that wants to build, build, build – whether it’s high-rise, high-density housing; public facilities such as recreation centres, schools, and hospitals; or towering offices for real estate developers – those who design these buildings must consider more factors than ever before.
Canadian Architect | July 5, 2024
These awards recognize those working to reduce embodied carbon pollution in B.C.
Members of British Columbia’s zero-carbon buildings community recently came together to recognize six individuals, projects, and organizations for their leadership in reducing embodied carbon pollution in the province.
Canadian Consulting Engineer | June 24, 2024
Grant Newfield, MEng, P.Eng., Struct.Eng. | Principal
With British Columbia’s decarbonization targets in mind, RJC Engineers principal Grant Newfield, P.Eng., is focusing on making buildings more sustainable. In March, updates to the B.C. Building and Fire Codes came into effect that allow for taller mass-timber buildings, up to 18 storeys. We spoke with Newfield about the significance of these changes.
Canadian Property Management | June 20, 2024
Paul Fritze, BASc, P.Eng. | Principal
Top 5 considerations that could make or break your project
In a post-covid world, office vacancies have risen dramatically just as residential vacancies have declined to crisis lows. Naturally, building conversions have emerged as a potential solution for owners and developers seeking to capitalize on their languishing assets. While an attractive option at face value, the adaptive re-use of existing commercial office buildings to residential rental apartments does pose several challenges despite the obvious benefits and isn’t financially viable for every vacant property.
Innovation - Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia | Summer 2024
Mohammad Fakoor, PhD, P.Eng., CEA, CPHD, CEM, LEED® AP BD+C | Associate
Grant Newfield, MEng, P.Eng., Struct.Eng. | Principal
Innovation presents the annual Project Highlights edition showcasing projects by Engineers and Geoscientists BC registrants. This year’s highlights feature projects that exemplify environmental stewardship and collaboration with Indigenous communities.