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AEC offers clients various engineering, building & interior design services across multiple industries. Our services include building designs, structural engineering, project management, municipal engineering, inspection services, expert witness, research and development, and peer review services. Our experienced professionals provide innovative and evocative designs that capture a sense of place while providing economically feasible and sustainable solutions. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and ability to navigate changes in environmental, technological, and social forces with boldness, invention, and beauty. As project managers, we ensure all disciplines follow applicable design drawings and regulations while meeting all environmental, municipal, provincial, and federal regulations.
We also offer expert witness services related to municipal and structural issues to assist with legal disputes. Our peer review services provide thorough and accurate assessments of engineering reports, calculations, and specifications to ensure they meet applicable codes and standards while meeting industry best practices and the best economically feasible approach to an engineering problem. At AEC, we are committed to providing reliable and professional services to help our clients achieve their goals.
Building & Interior Designs :
Passionate, innovative design capturing detail and longevity.
At AEC, we embody the company’s passion for innovative and evocative design that captures a sense of place and the importance of detail and attention to how things are put together. Our fundamental goal of architecture is to shelter human activity, inspiring new and better ways of living. Environmental, technological, and social forces are changing everything from art to institutional, commerce to healing, and beyond.
Based on our vast experience in the design and delivery of projects, our designs can navigate this change with boldness, invention, and beauty, addressing each task meticulously and the unique approach it deserves.
Structural Engineering :
Unique solutions for durable, safe structures.
Regarding Structural Engineering, each project brings unique challenges requiring unique solutions. At AEC, we design for economic feasibility and sustainability, providing durable systems and flexible layouts for upgrading and future changes while maintaining all applicable safety standards and regulations. Our team has experience working for a variety of clients, designing various structural systems, including railing and ladder systems, concrete, steel, wood frame and masonry design.
Project Management :
Systematic leadership ensuring sustainable, compliant projects.
Project Management, often considered the most critical aspect of a project, requires leadership and due diligence to ensure all disciplines are on track, following applicable design drawings, and utilizing all applicable regulations and guidelines.
AEC has experience managing several projects for various clients in both the private and public sectors. As Project Managers, we approach each project systematically, striving to achieve the most sustainable, economically feasible solutions while meeting all environmental, municipal, provincial and federal regulations.
Municipal Engineering :
Expertise in site plans, subdivisions, and road design.
With extensive experience in the Municipal Engineering Consulting industry, AEC has worked with various municipalities on rural and urban projects in both the private and public sectors. Our team specializes in the completion of Site Plans, Subdivisions and Road design, which includes but is not limited to; feasibility studies, conceptual, preliminary and detailed plans, design drawings, Stormwater Management Plans, RFP and Tender preparation, quantities, estimation, scheduling, costing, and inspection as well as contract documents and contract administration during the construction period.
Inspection Services :
Experienced inspections for reliable, quality outcomes.
At AEC, we understand how crucial it can be to do things right the first time. By maintaining an experienced inspection crew with approximately 40+ years of combined experience in the public and private sectors, AEC provides inspection services for all design drawings produced by AEC and others. Our team has extensive experience executing various structural and municipal inspections, including concrete, steel, wood frame and masonry, storm and sanitary sewer systems, water networks, roadways, curb and curb and sanitary sewer systems, water networks, roads, curb and curb and gutter placement, site drainage and retention systems.
Expert Witnesses :
Trusted experts for legal matters in engineering disputes.
AEC’s experienced engineers provide expert witness services for legal disputes in municipal and structural matters. Our team specializes in Stormwater Management, testifying on drainage, flooding, erosion, and sediment control. In Building Pathologies, we analyze building defects, damage, and failures, including foundation issues and water infiltration. We also provide expert opinions on Construction Defects, identifying design errors, material defects, and installation issues. For Structural Engineering, we offer witness services for problems like foundation failures, roof collapse, and building code violations. Additionally, our experts provide testimony on Municipal Engineering matters, including land development, zoning, and public works projects. With our reliable and professional services, trust us to assist in resolving your legal disputes effectively.
Research :
Cutting-edge research for sustainable, impactful solutions.
With a commitment to excellence, innovation, sustainability, teamwork, client focus, and community impact, AEC offers research services that blend technical expertise and innovative thinking, intricately involving various research and development projects, monitoring existing technology and new state-of-the-art engineered products, unlocking the full potential of the client’s project with cutting-edge research services, and developing sustainable solutions that exceed expectations.
Peer Review :
Thorough assessments ensuring accurate, compliant engineering projects.
AEC offers comprehensive peer review services to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of engineering reports and designs while meeting the owner’s requirements. Our services include structural, environmental, geotechnical, construction, and forensic peer reviews. In structural peer review, we assess design plans, calculations, and specifications to ensure compliance with codes and standards. We thoroughly examine impact assessments and remediation plans for environmental peer review for accuracy and comprehensiveness. Geotechnical peer review involves evaluating soil analysis and foundation design for reliability. Construction peer review focuses on assessing feasibility and adherence to industry best practices in construction plans, schedules, and specifications. Lastly, our forensic peer review involves a comprehensive assessment of engineering reports, failure analysis, and accident investigations for thoroughness and accuracy. With our peer review services, clients can have confidence that their engineering projects meet the highest standards and deliver optimal results.