Articles from Canadian Consulting Engineer

AECOM has appointed Laurel Murphy as the vice-president and director of operations for water in Central and Western Canada, succeeding David Humphreys. With over 20 years of experience in consulting engineering, Murphy has contributed to infrastructure projects in various Canadian cities and is a registered professional engineer in multiple provinces. In her new role, she will lead strategic initiatives and oversee project delivery for water-related infrastructure. Murphy's appointment reflects her extensive background and strategic leadership in the water sector across Canada.

Veronica Vanterpool has been appointed as the new Americas transit lead and senior vice president at AECOM's transportation division. With over 20 years of experience, she will spearhead major transit projects in Canada and the U.S., aiming to promote business growth and strategic priorities. AECOM's president, Lara Polonni, emphasized Vanterpool's role in creating a more connected and resilient transit future in the Americas.

Michael Wrinch and Graham Lovely, leaders in the consulting engineering field, have launched 'Between Two Firms,' a podcast addressing engineering challenges and opportunities. The podcast's debut episode focuses on electric vehicle charging infrastructure and the need for scalable and reliable systems. The show aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical engineering solutions. It takes its name from the talk show 'Between Two Ferns with Zach Galifianakis.'

WSP has partnered with Pro Aqua to develop a new wastewater treatment technology using boron-doped diamond electrodes to eliminate PFAS and other contaminants. This partnership has resulted in the creation of 'PFASER,' a patent-pending wastewater treatment unit that effectively converts PFAS molecules into harmless substances. The PFASER unit also removes perchlorate, meeting international standards for water discharge and drinking water. The technology promises durability and efficiency, suitable for industries and communities facing water contamination issues.

Arup and Autodesk have partnered to develop carbon-assessment tools and frameworks for the architecture, engineering, and construction sector. This collaboration aims to reduce carbon emissions in the built environment, which accounts for 34% of global energy-related emissions. The partnership will focus on initiatives like creating BIM guidelines for carbon assessment, standardizing whole-life carbon data, and integrating AI to decarbonize buildings. The project may expand to include other companies in the future.

CIMA+, a consulting engineering firm, has appointed four leaders to key positions across Canada. Kelly Frensch and Matt Woodbeck have been promoted to executive directors and water business leaders, while Mathieu Lemay has been named VP of energy and resources. Cian Murphy, focused on infrastructure, has been promoted to senior vice-president of major projects. These appointments took effect on June 1st.

Stantec, headquartered in Edmonton, has signed an agreement to acquire Page, a design, architecture, and engineering firm based in Washington, D.C. This acquisition will position Stantec as the largest integrated engineering and architecture firm in North America and expand its U.S. buildings business by 35%. With 1,400 employees from Page joining, Stantec aims to strengthen its expertise in areas like health care and manufacturing. The deal awaits regulatory approval, and terms were not disclosed.

The Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, has won its fourth consecutive federal election and plans to form a minority government. Their platform emphasizes a return to significant infrastructure projects, expansion of housing initiatives, and building Canada's energy sector, including renewable energies. The government aims to invest in sustainable building technologies and prioritize energy efficiency in federal buildings. New measures also focus on enhancing Canada's position in clean technology and energy resources.