Lawrence Chan
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Lawrence has over 18 years of Structural Design and Project Management experience. He has extensive experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Institutional and Highrise Residential design. He is also involved with our company software development.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (2005)
Lakehead University, Ontario
Diploma of Technology (2003)
British Columbia Institute of Technology, BC
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Institution of Structural Engineers, MIStructE. (2016)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng. (2016)
Washington State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Professional Engineer (2010)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (2009)
MEMBERSHIPS
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
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Lawrence has over 18 years of Structural Design and Project Management experience. He has extensive experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Institutional and Highrise Residential design. He is also involved with our company software development.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (2005)
Lakehead University, Ontario
Diploma of Technology (2003)
British Columbia Institute of Technology, BC
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Institution of Structural Engineers, MIStructE. (2016)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng. (2016)
Washington State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors Professional Engineer (2010)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (2009)
MEMBERSHIPS
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
Careers
Work With the Best
At Weiler Smith Bowers, our people are our biggest asset. The firm’s success is due to our strong work ethic, exceptionally talented and qualified staff, and our ability to provide our clients with cutting-edge technical excellence and innovation and practical structural engineering solutions. If you are conscientious, a team player, and looking to broaden your experience in a challenging technical environment, we would like to hear from you. Please send a cover letter and your resume to careers@wsb-eng.com. We understand how important benefits are to our employees. Our goal at WSB is to provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to protect the health of our professionals and their families.
Positions Available:
We are currently looking for a Junior/Intermediate Structural Design Engineer who is energetic, positive and who thrives in a fast paced, challenging, technical environment, who has the following qualifications and abilities:
Qualifications and Skills
ASc. or B.Eng. in Civil Engineering with a Structural major;
Registration as a Professional Engineer or EIT with EGBC;
Structural design experience in concrete and wood;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
A working knowledge of the BC Building Code;
Ability to accurately read and interpret drawing plans.
Must be:
Positive, team-oriented and a creative thinker who likes a challenge;
Someone who communicates clearly and concisely;
A multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment;
Organized, efficient and confident.
Duties:
Create plans, designs, computer analysis, checking drawing reviews and calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings, or other specifications;
Analyze reports, drawings, and related construction documentation to plan and design projects;
Use computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents and calculations;
Conduct field reviews and structural observations;
Review shop drawings, contractor requests and RFI’s.
Please no telephone calls.
ASc. or B.Eng. in Civil Engineering with a Structural major;
Registration as a Professional Engineer or EIT with EGBC;
Structural design experience in concrete and wood;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
A working knowledge of the BC Building Code;
Ability to accurately read and interpret drawing plans.
Positive, team-oriented and a creative thinker who likes a challenge;
Someone who communicates clearly and concisely;
A multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment;
Organized, efficient and confident.
Create plans, designs, computer analysis, checking drawing reviews and calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings, or other specifications;
Analyze reports, drawings, and related construction documentation to plan and design projects;
Use computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents and calculations;
Conduct field reviews and structural observations;
Review shop drawings, contractor requests and RFI’s.
Kevin L. Lemieux
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Kevin’s varied experience with developer and design-build projects enables him to provide economical, practical and efficient structural designs, while maintaining the goals of the client. Kevin has strong knowledge in concrete, steel, masonry construction with special emphasis on tilt-up construction and large steel structures.
Education
Master of Engineering, Structural Engineering (1996)
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), Civil Engineering (1994)
University of British Columbia (UBC)
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (2007)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, Struct. Eng. (2006)
Washington State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, P.Eng. (2001)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1999)
MEMBERSHIPS
American Concrete Institute
American Institute of Steel Construction
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
Tilt-Up Concrete Association
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
Member, BC Steel Deck Diaphragm Committee
Member, CSA A23.3 – Technical Committee
Member, SCED Task Group on Buildings with Flexible Diaphragms
Member, SEABC Masonry Design Committee
Member, SEABC Standard Tilt-up Connection
PUBLICATIONS
“Behaviour of Embedded Steel Connectors in Concrete Tilt-up Panels”, ACI Structural Journal, July-August 1998.
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Kevin’s varied experience with developer and design-build projects enables him to provide economical, practical and efficient structural designs, while maintaining the goals of the client. Kevin has strong knowledge in concrete, steel, masonry construction with special emphasis on tilt-up construction and large steel structures.
Education
Master of Engineering, Structural Engineering (1996)
University of British Columbia (UBC)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), Civil Engineering (1994)
University of British Columbia (UBC)
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (2007)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, Struct. Eng. (2006)
Washington State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, P.Eng. (2001)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1999)
MEMBERSHIPS
American Concrete Institute
American Institute of Steel Construction
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
Tilt-Up Concrete Association
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
Member, BC Steel Deck Diaphragm Committee
Member, CSA A23.3 – Technical Committee
Member, SCED Task Group on Buildings with Flexible Diaphragms
Member, SEABC Masonry Design Committee
Member, SEABC Standard Tilt-up Connection
PUBLICATIONS
“Behaviour of Embedded Steel Connectors in Concrete Tilt-up Panels”, ACI Structural Journal, July-August 1998.
Darryl J. Bowers
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Darryl has over 44 years of local structural design experience, including design in reinforced concrete, structural steel, wood-frame and masonry. His expertise in multi-family, residential, commercial, shopping centres, seniors housing and institutional care projects have contributed to WSB’s emergence as a leader in the structural design of these types of projects.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (1979) – University of British Columbia
Urban Land Economics Degree – University of British Columbia
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng. (2006)
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan, P.Eng. (2001)
Association of Professional Engineers of Yukon (2000)
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta, P.Eng. (1996)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1982)
MEMBERSHIPS
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
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Darryl has over 44 years of local structural design experience, including design in reinforced concrete, structural steel, wood-frame and masonry. His expertise in multi-family, residential, commercial, shopping centres, seniors housing and institutional care projects have contributed to WSB’s emergence as a leader in the structural design of these types of projects.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (1979) – University of British Columbia
Urban Land Economics Degree – University of British Columbia
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng. (2006)
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Saskatchewan, P.Eng. (2001)
Association of Professional Engineers of Yukon (2000)
Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta, P.Eng. (1996)
Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1982)
MEMBERSHIPS
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
Gregory I. Smith - Partner Emeritus
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Greg’s diverse experience and exposure to many different construction techniques enables him to develop structural systems, which are economical and integrate with the architectural concept and building operation systems. His expertise in design-build, institutional, auto-dealership, commercial, healthcare, and post-secondary campus projects has contributed to WSB’s emergence as a leader in the structural design of these types of projects.
Greg has also been very active in the development of design codes as a former member of the Sub-Committee for Seismic Design of Concrete Structures (Chapter 21) of CAN3-A23.3, Greg is also involved with Engineers & Geoscientists of the Province of BC and presently is a member of the investigation committee. Previously Greg acted as a technical reviewer for EGBC and helped develop the BC codes and practice exam for structural engineers.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (1979) – University of British Columbia
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
LEED Accredited Professional, Canada Green Building Council (2009)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (2009)
Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia (2007)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng (2006)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Manitoba (2001)
retired – State of Arizona Board of Technical Registration Professional Engineers (2001)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (1982)
Institution of Structural Engineers, MIStructE
MEMBERSHIPS
Post Tensioning Institute
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
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Greg’s diverse experience and exposure too many different construction techniques enables him to develop structural systems, which are economical and integrate with the Architectural concept and building operation systems. His expertise in design-build, institutional, auto-dealership, commercial, healthcare, and post-secondary campus projects has contributed to WSB’s emergence as a leader in the structural design of these types of projects. Greg is also very active in the development of design codes. He is a member of the Sub-Committee (Chapter 21) of CAN3-A23.3, Seismic Design of Concrete Structures. Greg is also involved in the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of the Province of BC and presently acts as a technical reviewer for APEGBC peer review and the City of Vancouver third party concept review programs.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (1979) – University of British Columbia
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
LEED Accredited Professional, Canada Green Building Council (2009)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (2009)
Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia (2007)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, Struct.Eng (2006)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Manitoba (2001)
retired – State of Arizona Board of Technical Registration Professional Engineers (2001)
Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (1982)
Institution of Structural Engineers, MIStructE
MEMBERSHIPS
Post Tensioning Institute
Structural Engineers Association of BC (SEABC)
Gerry Weiler - Partner Emeritus
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Education
MASc Structural Engineering, 1980
UBC, Vancouver, BC Canada
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), 1970
Queens University, Kingston, Ontario
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Fellow – Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (2000)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta, P.Eng. (2000)
retired – Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1974)
MEMBERSHIPS
retired – Member, American Concrete Institute
retired – Member, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
retired – Member, Tilt-Up Construction Association
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
Past Chair, ACI Committee 551, Tilt-up Construction
Past Chair, APEGBC Investigations Committee
Past Chair, Committee for Reviewing WCB Safety Requirements for Tilt-up Construction
Past Chair, SECBC Committee, In-Plane Seismic Testing of Portal Frame Tilt-Up Panels
Past Chair, SECBC Committee for Standard Tilt-up Connections
retired – Member, Task Force for Seismic Requirements in Fraser Valley
Past Chair, Vancouver Steel Deck Diaphragm Committee
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Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), 1970
Queens University, Kingston, Ontario
MASc Structural Engineering, 1980
UBC, Vancouver, BC Canada
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Fellow – Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (2000)
retired – Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta, P.Eng. (2000)
retired – Engineers & Geoscientists of BC, P.Eng. (1974)
MEMBERSHIPS
retired – Member, American Concrete Institute
retired – Member, Canadian Institute of Steel Construction
retired – Member, Tilt-Up Construction Association
COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT
Past Chair, ACI Committee 551, Tilt-up Construction
Past Chair, APEGBC Investigations Committee
Past Chair, Committee for Reviewing WCB Safety Requirements for Tilt-up Construction
Past Chair, SECBC Committee, In-Plane Seismic Testing of Portal Frame Tilt-Up Panels
Past Chair, SECBC Committee for Standard Tilt-up Connections
retired – Member, Task Force for Seismic Requirements in Fraser Valley
Past Chair, Vancouver Steel Deck Diaphragm Committee
Our Team
Our Experienced Staff
Our dedicated and experienced staff of over 30 includes Designated Structural Engineers, Professional Engineers, CAD and REVIT Technicians, Field Inspectors, and Administrative Staff. We maintain professional registrations in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Yukon, the States of Washington, and Arizona.
WSB professionals are continually expanding their knowledge on the latest industry trends, building codes, material standards, and construction products by attending conferences or completing seminars and courses to remain current.
WSB is also actively involved in the development of national building codes and standards through various committee involvements.
Our Principals
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We tailor every project team based on each principal’s area of technical expertise and related experience. It is our policy to have a Principal involved with each project from commencement to completion. A Senior Design Engineer is also assigned as the Project Engineer, and both the Principal and project engineer follow the project from conception to completion, to provide our clients with continuity and quality service during all phases of the project.
About Us
Consulting structural engineers EST. 1992
Weiler Smith Bowers (WSB) Consulting Structural Engineers was founded in 1992 and has provided a wide variety of services to Building Owners, Architects, Federal Agencies, Local Governments and Contractors while maintaining a high level of quality customer service. While we continue to grow our client base, most of our work comes from existing relationships with our clients. WSB has a wide range of experience that includes residential, light industrial, retail, commercial, and institutional building structures.
More than Just Structure
OUR firm’s success is due to our strong work ethic, exceptionally talented and qualified staff, and our ability to provide client responsiveness, cutting-edge technical excellence, economical, innovative, and practical structural engineering solutions.
We understand that any given project is more than just a structure. The structural components must integrate with the building as a whole and function efficiently for the user. Construction cost, life cycle cost, constructability, and flexibility for the users are all things that should be taken into consideration when choosing a structural system. Our aim is to provide an economical structure that complements the architect’s design and meets the requirements of the client and end users.
We Know Our Trade
At WSB, we are committed to BIM (Building Information Modeling) and are able to provide design services using Autodesk Revit Structure as well as AutoCAD. We strive to constantly improve the service we deliver to our clients by using Revit Structure to streamline the design process, as well as the coordination between disciplines and contractors, to deliver better coordinated construction documents to our clients.
Contact Us
We are located in Burnaby, BC.
118 – 3855 Henning Drive, Burnaby, BC V5C 6N3
Contact Weiler Smith Bowers today for an assessment of your residential, commercial, retail or light industrial engineering needs. We are consulting structural engineers in the Greater Vancouver area, with our office conveniently located near Boundary Road.
Phone Numbers
Phone: (604) 294-3753
Fax: (604) 294-3754
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Who We Are.
We are a Vancouver BC area based consulting structural engineering firm. We provide consulting services for residential, light industrial, retail, and institutional buildings. We design in wood, steel, masonry and reinforced concrete, both cast in place and tilt-up, to suit the needs of the architect and/or owner.
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We tailor every project team based on each professional’s area of technical expertise and related experience.
Darryl J. Bowers
Kevin L. Lemieux
Lawrence Chan
Gregory I. Smith
Gerry Weiler
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Principals
We tailor every project team based on each professional’s area of technical expertise and related experience.
Darryl J. Bowers
Kevin L. Lemieux
Lawrence Chan
Gregory I. Smith