Stephen Pichette, P. Eng.
Ottawa Manager
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David Schaeffer, P.Eng.
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Project Manager
Milton Team
A Sample Of Our Projects
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It is exciting to be on the leading edge of our fast-paced industry. The 426-unit job was paved to base asphalt less than 12-weeks after receiving the storm ECA’s, despite having challenging features including deep servicing, two SWM Ponds, and a sensitive wetland to protect. The project met an unprecedented schedule and delivered a fully permit-serviced site to our client, less than 12-months after the first submission drawings.
Matt W.
Manager of Project Administration,
Ottawa Region Team
Using DSEL’s systematic approach to land development design, we were able to advance the 570 acre Cardinal Creek Village study area through a master servicing study and Stage 1 draft plan approval process to delivery of a complete detailed design package to service more than 1,000 homes, all in a period of just over one year.
Our team has played an important role in the realignment of existing channels, creation of new wildlife habitats, installation of deep sewers within shale, installation of open-span culverts, completion of thousands of cubic metres of earth moving, as well as installation of services within existing rights-of-way and environmentally sensitive areas using trenchless construction methods. Through DSEL’s dynamic work environment, as well as a highly-motivated and communicative team, we have been able to consistently deliver these projects at an impressive pace
I have known David Schaeffer for more than 25 years, and my company Mattamy Homes has worked with DSEL across Canada, as Mattamy’s most significant civil engineering and land development provider. There are many reasons we go back to them time and time again. David and his team have made it a priority over the years to get to know Mattamy, our business, our processes and our product extremely well. As such, we’ve built a particularly effective partnership – they have grown and worked in lockstep with our teams, are responsive to and anticipate our needs, and are always willing to go the extra mile. I have known DSEL to be innovative, creative thinkers when it comes to problem-solving – but frankly, they usually anticipate and address problems before they present! They also have great relationships with the other stakeholders we need to engage with in our business, such as conservation authorities and municipalities, making the process smoother and end result a collaborative effort. I couldn’t recommend a more valued partner.
Peter Gilgan, O.C., O.Ont., LL. D. FCA, CPA
Chairman & CEO of Mattamy Asset Management and Founder of Mattamy Homes
Dylan
Project Manager
Oakville Team
Our builder-oriented civil engineering consulting firm provides innovative engineering solutions with unparalleled attention to detail so you can maximize your profits
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Tamarack Homes has been trusting DSEL with our civil engineering for almost two decades. Throughout this time we have developed a strong partnership with the leadership and staff at DSEL. They are there when we need them, providing measured high level advice, as well as competent and detailed solutions. Their innovative and forward-thinking staff are supported by advanced subdivision design technology. But what truly sets DSEL apart is their dedication to their work. The people at DSEL care about our projects and communities as much as we do. I can always trust the DSEL team to deliver cost-effective engineering design and to support our project through construction to ensure our goals and milestones are achieved.
Michelle Taggart | VP Land Development
Tamarack Developments & Taggart Investments
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DSEL’s subdivision engineers can accelerate your subdivision using proprietary technology and decades of hands-on experience specializing in large residential communities.
