Hayley brings precision and a strong sense of collaboration to every project, consistently delivering forward-thinking solutions that reflect both client priorities and overarching goals. Her team-oriented mindset and steadfast dedication empower her to craft innovative, site-specific design strategies. With experience spanning diverse building sectors and project roles, Hayley enthusiastically applies her expertise in HVAC, Plumbing & Drainage, and Fire Protection systems to each new challenge. Beyond her professional pursuits, she maintains a balanced lifestyle—devoting time to family, exploring the outdoors, and embracing nature through hiking and camping.
Francesco Agueci, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
Project Principal, Electrical Service Area Leader
Electrical Engineering offers the opportunity to drive sustainable innovation and enhance energy performance across diverse building and infrastructure projects.
My mission is to deliver exceptional design solutions that prioritize energy efficiency, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship. I strive to lead projects that push the boundaries of sustainable technology while maintaining a focus on client objectives and long-term strategies.
With over 15 years of experience spanning diverse building sectors, energy infrastructure, and advanced systems like Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), I have honed my expertise in electrical design, power distribution, renewable energy integration, and controls engineering. Every project is a chance to collaborate with stakeholders to achieve meaningful energy reductions, improve system resiliency, and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Engineers Help Building Owners Determine if their Property is Suited for EV Charging Port Installation
As of 2021, the transportation sector was found to emit about 20 per cent of Canada’s total emissions and lowering them will require a rapid adaptation to ZEVs over internal combustion engine vehicles.
In a recent report prepared for Natural Resources Canada, a key finding identified multifamily building as an area of interest to support ZEV adoption. For Canada to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the transportation sector, while meeting its climate targets, multifamily buildings need to be fitted with charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) and other zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).
Canada’s targets are ambitious. In the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan, the federal government committed to achieving 100 per cent ZEV sales by 2035 for all new light-duty vehicles.
Achieving these targets will require multiple levels of government to not only incentivize the purchase of ZEVs, but to increase access to both public and privately-owned charging stations through a combination of regulations and financial incentives.
Clearing the way for easy ZEV and EV uptake
The federal government has committed $400 million in funding for ZEV charging stations to supply an additional 50,000 public ZEV chargers to Canada’s existing network. Additionally, the Canada Infrastructure Bank is set to invest $500 million in large-scale ZEV charging and refuelling infrastructure.
The Natural Resources Canada report estimates that 679,000 public charging ports will be needed to meet demand by 2040 – that’s a rate of about 40,000 public ports going online per year.
It’s one thing to provide public charging stations, but the same report found the majority of EV owners end up charge at home – and many prefer it that way.
This was no surprise to the Pretium Engineering team. Our mechanical service area lead Jeff Livingstone recently purchased his first EV, and documented his experiences to help inform others exploring EV ownership.
In speaking with some of our team members who own EVs, the feedback was consistent that public charging felt unfamiliar and overwhelming at first. With variations in chargers, charging time, and availability, using public infrastructure was inconsistent at best and frustrating at worst. Not to mention that charging at a home station tends to be cheaper than using a public port.
The latest reports estimate that in order to keep up with Canadian ZEV sales targets,1.6 million parking spaces in multifamily buildings must be retrofitted with charging ports by 2030, and nearly 3.2 million by 2035.
Determining EV charger adaptability for multifamily buildings
At Pretium Engineering, we’ve been working with condo boards, owners, and property management groups to streamline and standardize the process of retrofitting buildings to install EV charging stations.
For existing buildings, the process starts with a site visit and investigation report to document whether the current electrical system and infrastructure can support the installation of EV chargers. This process is informed by a mix of quantitative and qualitative data. Consultants typically include figures from engineering calculations, reports, and gather additional information from stakeholder meetings.
If it is determined that the building is set up to support new EV charging ports, the report will include details on maximum system capacities. The voltage capacity is important, as it determines whether a tenant may propose and install a charger on their own, or if the property owner or manager is required to step in.
If the report determines the building does not have the infrastructure to support new EV chargers, it will include information on possible upgrades that may be implemented in order to move forward with any installations.
Incentivizing the transition from combustion vehicles to ZEVs and EVs
Transitioning Canadians from internal combustion engine vehicles to EVs and ZEVs is integral to Canada meeting its GHG emissions reduction targets where increasing the number of charging ports in multifamily buildings will be an important incentive. In fact, it may make or break their decision.
Building owners and managers have an important role to play in this adoption process, which means they also need incentives to fund and coordinate the installation of EV chargers.
Engineering firms can contribute by adopting standardized evaluation processes, making it easier for multifamily building owners and managers to buy into retrofits that provide charging ports to their tenants.
Arda ensures that every client receives the highest standard of care, taking the necessary time to understand the project requirement while conforming to project budget in a timely manner.
PhD in Mechanical Engineering, 2021-Ongoing, Ontario Tech University
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Ontario Tech University, 2018
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Izmir Institute of Technology, 2016
Association
Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), Member
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Representative Projects
278 Bloor St. E, Toronto
Window and Door Replacement
The primary focus of this project was a window and door replacement. The project included the replacement of all punched windows, window walls, and sliding doors on each elevation of each tower.
Project role
Project Manager (Mechanical)
Services
Building and Structural Restoration
Windows and Doors
2000 Argentia Rd, Mississauga
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical design and project management in HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and fire protection systems according to new tenant office fit-out projects and provide as-built’s at the end of every year for 6 plazas.
Project role
Project Manager (Mechanical)
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Existing Building Systems
Branson Hospital Project, North York
Mechanical Engineering
Renovation of hospital rooms including HVAC, plumbing & drainage, and fire protection system upgrades.
B. Eng, Mechanical Engineering, University of Guelph, 2020
Certified Passive House Consultant (Phius)
Phius Certified Verifier
Association
ASHRAE member
Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) - Engineer in Training (EIT)
Passive House Alliance US
Representative Projects
Royal Oak Dairy and Stables, Hamilton
PHIUS Consulting
New construction of 95 units of affordable housing across two buildings, including parking garage at grade. Addition of 13 units of affordable housing to an existing brick building, including ground floor office space. Funded under CMHC Co-Investment and Green Municipal Fund. Project was designed according to the PHIUS+ 2018 standard. Provided energy modelling, envelope review for air tightness and continuity of insulation, construction site review and testing.
Project role
Project Manager – Energy Modelling and Construction Review
Services
Energy and Carbon Reduction
Energy Modelling
The Wellington, Saint John, NB
PHIUS Consulting
New construction of 47 units of market and affordable housing, including two commercial spaces on the ground floor. Project is built and is PHIUS+ 2018 certified. Provided energy modelling and envelope drawing review.
Project role
Project Manager – Energy Modelling
Services
Energy and Carbon Reduction
Energy Modelling
Trinity Housing, Cobourg
Net-Zero Site Energy Residential Building
New construction of 27 units of affordable seniors housing, project designed to achieve net zero site energy via roof mounted solar PV array. Project is currently in design.
Project role
Project Manager – Energy Modelling and Mechanical Designer (HVAC)
Services
Energy and Carbon Reduction
Energy Modelling
15 Bradford Street, Barrie
A complete building renovation was completed to provide fire safety and a new, efficient HVAC system for a healthcare facility.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Subservices
Existing Building Systems
Sector
Commercial / Institutional
Duration
2022-2024
Client
Salter Pilon Architects
Project Value
$675,000
Project size
1 building
Pretium was involved in a complete building renovation for the existing office and patient care area at this location.
The building upgrades required the relocation of existing mechanical services, and the addition of a sprinkler system, where no system was previously installed.
Pretium coordinated with the architect, contractor and the City, to provide separate incoming domestic water and fire suppression service lines in separate rooms, to optimize useable space in the existing building.
Additionally, existing gas-fired HVAC equipment was removed and replaced with variable refrigerant flow (VRF) heat pump systems which allowed for precise temperature control in multiple office and treatment spaces.
To deliver this project, Pretium completed the following measures:
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical engineering team delivers technically sound, practical, energy, and cost-saving solutions while ensuring our clients’ satisfaction. Our team of highly skilled professionals can provide solutions for any retrofit or new construction project
Contract Administration and Construction Review
Once a contractor is selected, our team periodically visits the site to confirm that the work is being completed in accordance with the project specifications and provides contract administration from start to completion.
Client Benefits
Pretium worked with the design team to provide optimal HVAC system design for maximum flexibility, energy efficiency, and greenhouse gas reduction.
From the initial project planning stages, our team was involved with coordinating space planning and site service requirements during the renovations.
This allowed for smooth project progression with coordination between multiple parties, ensuring the safety of building occupants through the installation of fire suppression systems.
New ductwork and plumbing installed in the ceiling space.
A water service relocation was completed at a fully occupied apartment building where additional issues beyond the original scope of work were identified and resolved throughout the project.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Subservices
Existing Building Systems
Sector
Residential
Duration
2022-2023
Client
Shabri Properties
Project Value
$350,000
Project size
13 stories
Pretium was engaged to provide an assessment and design for the replacement of existing incoming domestic water piping.
Other deficiencies were noted on-site during our review and building domestic water systems were upgraded to meet current municipal and code requirements. Pretium provided coordination and provision of new incoming domestic water for fire suppression and domestic water use, including a new incoming water room.
Backflow prevention was installed to meet cross-connection survey results, and incoming water services were relocated to avoid the use of a failing buried incoming line installed below the building.
To deliver this project, Pretium completed the following measures:
Condition Assessment
A detailed assessment of existing conditions, including drawings, permitted use, failure mechanisms, and remedial options, allows for clients to choose the building restoration and renewal program that best suits their objectives.
Design and Specifications
Design documents describe the project scope, materials, and procedures based on information collected during the assessment/feasibility phase with the Owner’s agreement on approach and budget. They communicate to the contractor in a way that promotes refined pricing and increases the potential for success through improved workmanship, fewer changes and disruptions to occupants, a shorter schedule, and cost within budget.
Tendering
A fair and competitive tender process is followed for both public and private projects. During the tender process, we respond to queries, prepare addenda, and walk the work area with the bidders. On closing of tenders, we prepare a written summary and analysis of the bids received.
Contract Administration and Construction Review
Once a contractor is selected, our team periodically visits the site to confirm that the work is being completed in accordance with the project specifications and provides contract administration from start to completion.
Client Benefits
Pretium was able to work with the project team to complete the work while the building was fully occupied. This included assisting with managing occupant expectations and working with the contractor to schedule and phase the work to minimize impact.
During construction, it was discovered that an existing incoming domestic water line serving the building had been relocated and abandoned without any public record. There was a planned eight-hour water shutdown for final connections to be made, and this issue was discovered once the final connection was made.
Pretium worked immediately with the contractor and client to provide temporary water service and ultimately locate and connect to the unmarked piping. Pretium was in constant communication with the contractor and property manager during the unplanned additional work to maintain coordination and ensure the property was aware of challenges and solutions on site.
An exterior excavation and new pipes required for the new domestic water supply.
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New incoming domestic water supply with backflow preventer.
