Services

• Analysis of applicable municipal regulations
• Exploratory site visit, measurements, and layout drafting
• Assessment of existing conditions and related recommendations
• Development of the functional and technical program
• Space planning and optimization
• Coordination of client-provided data
• Preliminary project schedule development
• Validation with authorities (consultation, review, approval)
• Specific room-by-room requirements validation (e.g., medical gas supply, drainage, water, electricity, etc.)
• Preliminary analysis of the Building Code, including energy efficiency, fire safety, and universal accessibility codes

• Development of a layout sketch using functional block diagrams
• Design of landscaping work
• Preparation and printing of documents for sketch presentation
• Presentation, discussion, and revision of the sketch based on client feedback
• Budget forecasting based on current market price per square foot, supported by similar projects through the contractor’s team
• If requested by the client, additional major revisions will be billed at an hourly rate

• Preparation and coordination of all preliminary architectural project documents
• Layout plans including movable/fixed furniture and specialized veterinary equipment
• Creation of a basic 3D massing model to visualize spatial organization
• Illustrative sketches or computer-generated visuals to convey conceptual ideas
• Typical compositions for partitions and ceilings
• Management of the bidding process for required engineers (mechanical, electrical, etc.) and coordination of their documents
• Preparation and coordination of permit application documents and any other required permits
• Preparation of documentation for submission to the city’s CCU or PIIA (as applicable)
• Review of permit application feedback and revisions as needed
• Drafting of a specifications document on plans, covering at minimum elements affecting the building’s performance, watertightness, functionality, and long-term durability (common to steps 3 and 4)
• In-depth review of the Quebec Construction Code, fire safety regulations, and universal accessibility standards
• Preliminary construction cost estimate
• Updated project timeline with current data

• Completion of execution drawings based on previous steps
• Development of more complex and detailed components
• Coordination with mechanical and electrical engineers and integration of their work into the construction plans
• Tables providing detailed information on building systems and code compliance
• All required construction execution schedules (doors, frames, partitions, etc.)
• Validation of the final construction cost estimate

• Monitoring and responding to subcontractor and supplier inquiries and / or preparation and issuance of addenda, as needed
• Review of final bid and presentation meeting with the client

• General site supervision
• Facilitation of site meetings (frequency to be agreed upon with the client and general contractor)
• Review and follow-up on shop drawings
• Resolution of issues related to construction documents and coordination
• Issuance of documentation for change orders*

The following items may be included in the service offering:

• Delivery of photorealistic 3D renderings
• Preliminary modeling and simulations, such as energy analysis and natural light simulation