ABOUT US

CELEBRATING OUR CORE VALUES

At co‑elevate, our core values are the essence of our weird, wonderful, and wildly effective team.

We believe people do their best work when they’re celebrated for being their true selves. Walk into any of our spaces and you're bound to hear laughter, witness a passionate nerd-out, or catch someone untangling a tricky problem with tremendous excitement.

We’re a group of authentic and personable professionals who not only bring engineering mojo to every project, but we bring curiosity, personality, and the kind of collaboration that makes the journey as rewarding as the outcome.

These core values capture our best stories, our daily rituals, and the culture we’re proud to build every day.

OUR PEOPLE

Adam Palmer, P.Eng.
Principal

Bill Fick, P.Eng.
Principal Emeritus

Travis Parker, P.Eng.
Principal

Steve Desjardine, C.E.T.
Partner

Rachel Hawkins, P.Eng.
Partner

Dylan Dowling, P.Eng., MASc
Partner

Andrew Fisher, P.Eng., MASc
Partner

Kathi Lamprecht
Partner

Fred Gray, P.Eng.
Principal Emeritus (In Memoriam)

Guillaume Courtois, C.E.T.
Civil Lead

Trevor Williamson
Structural Technologist

Neda Kaddoura, BCIN
Structural Technologist

Cassidy White, P.Eng.
Structural Engineer

Martin Mihov, P.Eng.
Senior Structural Engineer

Ryan Saunders, C.Tech.
Structural Technologist

Sahar Bader
Structural Designer

Peter Tomaszewski
Structural Designer

Rana Karimi, MEng
Structural Designer

Natasha Jackson
Agile Delivery Lead

Bradley Hawkins
Structural Technologist

Lyndon Murray
Structural Technologist

Julio Rodriguez, MEng
Structural Designer

Benjamin MacSween, MASc
Structural Designer

Adam Fyfe, C.E.T.
Structural Technologist

Adam Sanderson, PMP
Construction Technical Lead

Mike Bucci
Senior Civil Technologist

David Fendler
Civil Technologist

Ava Shrestha
Business Operations Specialist

Mariana Rodriguez Chiquiza
Jr Structural Designer

Jonathon Auckland, P. Eng.
Senior Civil Engineer

Kepler, K9
Office Patrol

[ our approach - your success ]

Our systems are founded on empiricism and lean thinking. Empiricism asserts that knowledge comes from experience and making decisions based on what is observed. Lean thinking reduces waste and focuses on the essentials.

PRE-PROJECT METHODOLOGY

Our pre-project methodology is where we get to know you and your vision for your project. We will work with you to define the scope of work, outline our fee proposal, and discuss how we can best meet your goals.

PROJECT STAGING PROCESS

We take a "big picture" approach to project planning. We'll connect with you to gather all the relevant information, then propose an appropriate construction method to minimize project costs and timelines. Our senior staff are there every step of the way, helping develop concepts and answering high level questions prior to detailed analysis.

AGILE PROJECT DELIVERY SYSTEM

We use a proven and repeatable proprietary agile project delivery system that ensures projects are on time, on budget, and to the highest quality. The system is based on lean concepts of continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and team empowerment.

OUR HISTORY

Our humble story begins in 1973 when, under the banner of Fred Gray & Associates, Fred Gray founded what was to become co‑elevate. Fred promised to always design his buildings in the most cost-effective and efficient manner. In keeping with Fred's vision co‑elevate still pledges to deliver economical and practical design solutions.

Bill Fick joined Fred in 1985 and became a partner of the firm six years later. At that point, the firm changed its name to Gray & Fick. Bill's priority turned to developing a team of close-knit collaborative industry experts. While continuing to promote excellence in engineering, Bill also made sure the team had ample opportunities to bond and give back to the community. Our strong and vibrant culture is still influenced by these traditions.

Steve Desjardine joined Gray & Fick in 1999 and became partner one year later. Steve made it possible for Bill to focus on the craft of engineering while he oversaw the drawing development department. Steve and Bill made a formidable one-two punch that continued our already strong tradition of excellence.

Now as co‑elevate, our company has matured beyond the leadership of any one or two individuals. The company has grown into a medium-sized firm that benefits from the expertise of its practical, hands-on industry experts.