Cartoon of the team at co-elevate engineering

ABOUT US

CORE VALUES

Our core values are the guiding principles that help us achieve our purpose. With each new employee and every change in our processes, we have remained true to the core values that have guided us from the beginning.

People are happiest when their work, family and personal interests all aligned. As a result we encourage our employees to engage in community events, take classes outside of the workplace and balance their careers with other aspects of life.

OUR PEOPLE

Adam Palmer, P.Eng.
Principal

Bill Fick, P.Eng.
Principal

Travis Parker, P.Eng.
Principal

Taylor Keck, C.Tech.
Partner

Steve Desjardine, C.E.T.
Partner

Dylan Dowling, P.Eng., MASc
Partner

Rachel Hawkins, P.Eng.
Partner

Andrew Fisher, P.Eng., MASc
Partner

Kathi Lamprecht
Corporate Director

Rob Johnston, P.Eng.
Senior Civil Engineer

Trevor Williamson
Structural Technologist

Jason Kramer
Drafting Lead

Kayla Arscott
Structural Technologist

Dalton Crowe
Structural Technologist

Zak Louwahi, P.Eng.
Structural Engineer

Neda Kaddoura
Structural Technologist

Cassidy White, P.Eng.
Structural Engineer

Leo Rodhe
Civil Technologist

Ryan Saunders
Structural Technologist

Said Ali Said, MASc
Structural Designer

Sahar Bader
Structural Designer

Alireza Sarrafan, MEng
Structural Designer

Rana Karimi, MEng
Structural Designer

Keyvan Ghaderi, MEng, MScE
Structural Designer

Jill Martin
Structural Designer

Sydney Zambon
Corporate Service Assistant

Ben Gibson
Civil Technologist

Natasha Jackson
Agile Delivery Lead

Bradley Hawkins
Structural Technologist

Lyndon Murray
Structural Technologist

Martin Mihov, P.Eng.
Senior Structural Engineer

Julio Rodriguez, MEng
Structural Designer

Ashten Fairhall
Structural Engineering Student

Sommer Zebregts
Finance and Office Administrator

Sacha Adkins
Talent Specialist

Luc Mondor
Structural Designer

Benjamin O'Callaghan, MASc
Structural Designer

Kepler, K9
Office Patrol

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.