Municipal

FOCUS: Respect for end-user, citizens and the natural world are at the heart of our solutions for buildings, mobility, utilities and mixed-use neighbourhoods. Our services aim to create peaceful, socially and economically resilient municipal spaces, low in pollution and rich in biodiversity.  Following aspects form the core.

• Consultancy

• Design and engineering

• Project and construction management

• Sustainable municipal design

• Urban regeneration

• Mobility services

• Parks, waterways, landscaping and biodiversity

• Integrations with mobility, buildings, water and other municipal infrastructure

• Tourism, leisure, sport and heritage sites

• Development of economic zones

• Residential and mixed-use developments

Areas of Expertise

Water and Wastewater Management:

• Water Supply & Distribution: Design of water treatment plants, pumping stations, reservoirs, water mains, and distribution networks. Expertise in hydraulic modeling, water quality, and pressure management.

• Wastewater Collection & Treatment: Design of sanitary sewer systems, force mains, lift stations, and wastewater treatment plants. Includes knowledge of wastewater characteristics, treatment processes (primary, secondary, tertiary), and biosolids management.

• Stormwater Management: Design of comprehensive stormwater management plans, including conventional drainage systems, green infrastructure (bioswales, permeable pavements), detention/retention ponds, and flood plain mapping to mitigate flooding and protect water quality.

• Regulatory Compliance: Deep understanding of provincial regulations like the Ontario Water Resources Act (OWRA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Environmental Protection Act (EPA), and Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) guidelines for water and wastewater.

Transportation & Infrastructure:

• Roadways & Bridges: Design of municipal roads (arterial, collector, local), intersections, sidewalks, pathways, and active transportation networks. Includes pavement design, traffic engineering (traffic impact studies, signalization), and bridge rehabilitation or replacement.

• Structural Assessments: Evaluating the condition of existing bridges, culverts, and other municipal structures, recommending repairs or upgrades.

• Traffic Management: Expertise in traffic flow analysis, transportation planning, parking strategies, and public transit integration.

Urban & Land Development:

• Site Servicing: Design of municipal services (water, sanitary, storm, hydro, gas, telecom) for new subdivisions, commercial, and industrial developments.

• Grading & Drainage: Preparing site grading plans to ensure proper drainage, prevent erosion, and integrate with existing municipal infrastructure.

• Development Approvals: Navigating the complex municipal planning and approval processes, including site plan approvals, subdivision agreements, and liaising with various municipal departments and conservation authorities.

• Utility Coordination: Managing the integration and relocation of existing and proposed utilities within development projects.

Asset Management & Capital Planning:

• Infrastructure Condition Assessment: Conducting assessments of existing municipal assets (pipes, roads, bridges, facilities) to determine their condition and remaining service life.

• Capital Works Planning: Assisting municipalities in developing long-term capital improvement plans, prioritizing projects, and budgeting for infrastructure investments.

• Lifecycle Costing: Evaluating the long-term costs of infrastructure projects, including construction, operation, maintenance, and eventual decommissioning.

Environmental Engineering:

• Environmental Assessments (EA): Conducting municipal class EAs for infrastructure projects, adhering to the Environmental Assessment Act in Ontario.

• Waste Management: Consulting on solid waste management strategies, including landfills, transfer stations, and recycling facilities.

• Source Water Protection: Contributing to plans and designs that protect municipal drinking water sources.

Project Management & Consulting:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitating public consultation meetings and managing communication with residents, businesses, and regulatory bodies.

• Procurement & Contract Administration: Assisting municipalities with tendering processes, contractor selection, and construction oversight.

• Funding Applications: Supporting municipalities in preparing applications for provincial and federal infrastructure funding programs.

• Regulatory Liaison: Acting as a liaison between the municipality and various provincial ministries (e.g., MECP, MTO, MMAH) and conservation authorities.