Engineering & Regulatory Services
PSquare Engineering provides integrated building code, structural, and construction safety services for complex projects across British Columbia.
Building Code & Regulatory
Building Code Consulting
Code compliance review and regulatory navigation for new construction, renovations, and change-of-use projects under the BC Building Code, Vancouver Building By-law, and applicable fire, life safety, and accessibility requirements.
Learn more →Certified Professional Services
Certified Professional services in participating BC municipalities, supporting code review, permit coordination, construction-stage support and occupancy.
Learn more →Alternative Solutions
Development and documentation of alternative solutions to prescriptive BC Building Code requirements, demonstrating equivalent or superior performance to the satisfaction of the AHJ.
Learn more →Authority Having Jurisdiction Services
AHJ services where appropriately appointed, including plan review, field inspection, and compliance determination. Availability depends on formal appointment by the relevant authority.
Learn more →Structural & Forensic
Structural Engineering
Structural design for new construction, additions, renovations, seismic assessment and retrofits, and structural rehabilitation across residential, mixed-use, institutional, industrial, and First Nations sectors.
Learn more →Forensic Engineering
Structural failure and damage investigation, safety assessment, remediation design and repair oversight for legal and insurance matters.
Learn more →Existing Building Assessments & Rehabilitation
Structural condition assessments, rehabilitation recommendations, and engineering support for existing buildings — from renovation feasibility through seismic assessment, damage review, and change-of-use.
Learn more →Construction & Fire Safety
Construction Fire Safety Plans
Preparation of Construction Fire Safety Plans (CFSPs) as required by the BC Fire Code during demolition, construction, and renovation of buildings.
Learn more →Protection of Neighbouring Property
Project-specific fire-exposure assessments and protection reports for neighbouring buildings during construction, coordinated with the Construction Fire Safety Plan.
Learn more →Remote Monitored Fire Watch
Remote monitored fire watch services for active construction, renovation, and restoration projects where a traditional in-person fire watch is required.
Learn more →CAN/ULC-S1001 Integrated Systems Testing
PSquare Engineering acts as Integrated Testing Coordinator for CAN/ULC-S1001 testing of fire protection and life safety systems. Technical resources available at s1001testing.ca.
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