Calgary, AB

Engineering for Calgary's built environment.

Design Works Engineering's Calgary office delivers integrated structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering for clients building across the Calgary Metropolitan Region. We're licensed with APEGA, fluent in the Alberta Building Code and the City of Calgary's permitting process, and embedded in the local construction community — so your project is engineered by people who know the ground it sits on.

What We Do in Calgary

From early concept through occupancy, our Calgary team integrates every discipline your project needs — coordinated under one roof, signed and sealed by Alberta-licensed engineers.

01

Structural Engineering

From wood-frame infill to high-rise concrete, our structural team designs efficient, code-compliant frames for Calgary's full range of building types. We work directly with architects and contractors from massing through shop drawings, sealed under APEGA.

02

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC, plumbing, and process system design tuned to Alberta's climate and the NECB. Our Calgary mechanical engineers size heating, ventilation, and domestic water systems for chinook swings, cold snaps, and the energy-code requirements that come with them.

03

Electrical Engineering

Power distribution, life safety, and low-voltage systems for commercial, multi-family, and institutional projects across the Calgary region. CEC- and Alberta-amendment-fluent.

04

Civil Engineering

Site grading, servicing, stormwater management, and onsite utility design for Calgary developments. We coordinate with City of Calgary servicing standards and ENMAX / ATCO utility requirements so site approvals don't stall the project.

05

Energy Modelling

NECB-compliant whole-building energy modelling handled in-house. We use industry-standard tools to demonstrate code compliance, optimize envelope performance, and support LEED and Built Green submittals for Calgary projects.

06

Building Assessment Reports

Reserve fund studies, due-diligence inspections, and condition assessments for Calgary buildings. Backed by our purpose-built BAR platform for consistent, defensible reporting that lenders, insurers, and condominium boards accept.

07

Fire Protection

Sprinkler, standpipe, and special-hazard system design coordinated with our mechanical drawings. We engage Calgary Fire Department early to keep code interpretations clean and inspections on schedule.

08

Lighting Design

Architectural and exterior lighting that meets ASHRAE 90.1 and NECB power-density limits while supporting the architect's intent. Photometrics, control sequences, and emergency lighting coordinated directly with the electrical set.

09

Sustainable Design

LEED, Built Green, BOMA BEST, and Zero Carbon Building strategy integrated from concept. Our sustainability advisors help Calgary owners hit certification targets without expensive late-stage redesigns.

10

Modular Design

Engineering for off-site and modular construction. We coordinate structural connections, MEP rough-ins, and transport loading so modules fabricated in Alberta arrive ready to set on the Calgary site without surprises.

11

Land Development

From rezoning and subdivision support through detailed servicing design — our land development team navigates City of Calgary planning, environmental, and engineering review so your site moves through the approvals queue.

12

Inspections

Construction-phase site inspections, field reviews, and commissioning observations. Our Calgary-based engineers and technologists are on site through key milestones — not just at substantial performance.

13

Surveying & Geomatics

Legal, topographic, and construction surveying through our affiliated geomatics group. Calgary projects get accurate site data tied to the City of Calgary geodetic network — no surprises at servicing connection.

14

Rendering & Drafting

In-house 3D visualization and BIM drafting support. From early massing renderings used in DP applications to fully coordinated Revit models, we keep visualization and documentation under one roof.

Get in touch

Talk to our Calgary team.

Whether you're scoping early concept, mid-permit, or need a second set of eyes on an existing design — we'd like to hear about it.

Calgary office
Suite 420, 1331 Macleod Trail SE,
Calgary, AB T2G 0K3
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Office manager
Tania Kiryakos