On the LNGC Non-Process Buildings project in Kitimat, BC, I worked as a structural design engineer on foundations for a new Pre-Engineered Steel Building (PESB) materials warehouse, a central workshop, and artic corridor walkways connecting all site buildings. The structural scope included large-scale reinforced concrete foundations and retaining walls for challenging site conditions.

What I did

I was involved across the full project lifecycle - concept through construction.

  • Concept and feasibility:

    • Evaluated different structural systems to find the best fit for the project’s requirements.
    • Obtained and analyzed quotes from Pre-Engineered Steel Building suppliers.
    • Participated in Value Engineering sessions with the project team, identifying cost savings without compromising structural integrity.

  • Detailed design:

    • Led the structural design of multiple large-scale reinforced concrete foundations for the materials warehouse, central workshop, and artic corridor walkways.
    • Participated in weekly multi-disciplinary meetings, raising structural interface issues and working out solutions with other disciplines.
    • Prepared tender drawings and detailed specifications.
    • Automated the process for structural model creation, analysis, and results parsing - a significant efficiency gain.

  • Tendering:

    • Served as a technical point of contact, responding to tender inquiries from bidders.

  • Construction:

    • Issued IFC drawings upon contract award.
    • Reviewed contractor shop drawings and responded to RFIs.
    • Issued site instructions to clarify design intent or address unforeseen site conditions.
    • Reviewed work progress on-site and joined teleconference calls with the contractor to resolve issues quickly.
    • Provided technical interpretation of structural specifications.
    • Managed contract administration tasks - progress claims, material testing results.
    • Compiled deficiency items ahead of substantial completion.

Deliverables

  • Structural designs for multiple large-scale foundations and associated structures.
  • Automated model creation, analysis, and results parsing that improved design workflow efficiency.
  • Tender and construction documentation.
  • Construction phase support through RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, and site inspections.
  • Scheduled completion: 2023.