Providing Construction Services An owner wishing to construct a building hopes to achieve a finished project that meets its functional requirements and its expectations for design and quality, at the lowest possible cost, and on a predictable schedule. A contractor offering its construction services hopes to produce quality work, earn a profit, and complete … Read more
The tasks of the architect and the engineer would be impossible to carr y out without the support of dozens of standards-setting agencies, trade associations, professional organizations, and other groups that produce and disseminate information on materials and methods of construction, some of the most important of which are discussed in the sections that follow. … Read more
Throughout this book many alternative ways of building are described: different structural systems, different systems of enclosure, and different systems of interior finish. Each system has characteristics that distinguish it from the alternatives. Sometimes a system is distinguished chiefly by its visual qualities, as one might acknowledge in choosing one type of granite over another, … Read more
+ The Calgary Police Service soon will have a centralized campus with easy parking and centralized operations. By Kelly McCabe “It’s like buying a new home and living in a new community.” > Michael Serediuk, project manager > Today, the Calgary Police Service has a 180,000-square-foot headquarters in the heart of the city, as … Read more
+ The expanding Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics wanted an advanced, functional and comfortable space that would encourage discovery. By Staci Davidson “It’s been gratifying to see it all come together, and it will be even more exciting to see people use it the way we have planned.” > Brian Lasher, project manager Perimeter Institute … Read more
+Hungerford Properties follows a core set of values as it develops and manages properties in numerous markets throughout Western Canada. “We are very cognizant of risk and are continuously focused on minimizing risk and maximizing investor returns.” > Andrew Hungerford, partner Hungerford Properties Headquarters: Vancouver Specialty: Real estate investment, development and management Hungerford Properties is … Read more
Oris Consulting Ltd. has a huge hand in setting precedent for six-storey, wood-framed structures in Richmond. By Brian Salgado “The advantage is that the experi ence learned from this initial devel opment will make those associated with the work more able to consider future changes to the industry.” > Mike Cooper, project manager Penta Building … Read more
+ Lockerbie & Hole says it earned its reputation as a leading mechanical contractor through its diverse portfolio of projects completed throughout Canada. “Lockerbie & Hole Contracting uses the latest green building practices to complete projects that are environmentally sensitive.” > Lockerbie & Hole Lockerbie & Hole Contracting Ltd Headquarters: Edmonton Services: Plumbing, heating and … Read more
The Peter Ross Group of Companies is expanding beyond its Western Canada base by going after government and other high-profile projects. By Jim Harris Peter Ross Group of Companies Revenues: $38 million HQ: Burnaby, B.C. Employees: 110 Specialty: Roofing, waterproofing and flooring The Peter Ross Group of Companies’ relationship with its customers does not end … Read more
Pomerleau is rehabilitating the Alexandra Bridge, which crosses the Ottawa River to connect popular tourist destinations in Ottawa and Quebec. By Staci Davidson Crossing the Ottawa River and Canada’s National Capital Area (NCA), the Alexandra Bridge carries 10 percent of the river’s vehicle crossings each day, which averages more than 15,000 vehicles per day. However, … Read more