Arda Yapicioglu, P. Eng., MASc

Project Manager

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.

Services

Mechanical Engineering

arda.yapicioglu@pretiumeng.com

Office Location

Toronto

Education

P.Eng., 2022

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)

Thought Leadership

Arda’s most recent publication was published for Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, titled: A newly developed renewable energy driven multigeneration system with hot silica sand storage for power, hydrogen, freshwater & cooling production. Arda has many publications on renewable energy solutions in the mechanical engineering field.

Branson Hospital Project, North York

2000 Argentia Rd, Mississauga

10 and 20 Avoca Avenue, Toronto

Stephen McEwen, EIT, CPHC

Project Manager

Stephen’s mission statement is to work with honesty, dedication, and integrity; and to never stop learning.

Services

Energy and Carbon Reduction Mechanical Engineering

stephen.mcewen@pretiumeng.com

Office Location

Burlington

Education

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

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.

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New domestic water softening system.

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New domestic water main.

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15 Towering Heights Blvd, St. Catharines

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

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.

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Project Team

Jeff Livingstone

Project Principal, Mechanical Engineering Service Area Leader

June Li

Mechanical Design Consultant

Ranjit Singh

Project Coordinator

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Wilfred Laurier University

Extensive hydronic system upgrades were completed at three University buildings as part of a phased transition into geothermal heating.

Services

Mechanical Engineering

Subservices

Existing Building Systems

Sector

Commercial / Institutional

Duration

2021

Client

Wilfred Laurier University

Partners

ESJ Electrical Engineering

Project Value

$1,000,000

Project size

3 buildings

Pretium was responsible for the complete design, prime consulting, construction review, and construction administration services for hydronic system upgrades at three university buildings.

New piping upgrades were completed, extending through three buildings to complete an ongoing phased central boiler plant expansion project. Hydronic systems were installed and updated to allow for connection into a recently installed central condensing boiler plant. Building upgrades included the removal of individual boiler systems and gas–fired, domestic hot water heaters for replacement with heat exchangers and piping tied into the central boiler plant in one of the three buildings.

Pretium’s involvement began with an application and award to a public tender for this hydronic system upgrade. The RFP included a general concept for the application of a second phase of construction for heating plant consolidation. Pretium performed extensive site reviews and documentation for pipe routing through existing operating buildings.

Pretium acted as the prime consultant on the project and coordinated in-house structural engineering review for new and updated equipment. We worked with an external electrical engineering firm to coordinate the electrical requirements for new and removed mechanical systems. A complete and coordinated set of bid documents were presented to Laurier University’s procurement group for public tendering through the school’s formal channels. We aided in contractor site reviews and the tendering process.

Upon award of construction, Pretium coordinated and organized a pre-construction meeting, outlining the roles and responsibilities of all parties. Ongoing site reviews and coordination took place during project construction. During the final balancing of the system, it was noted that design flows were not achieved at remote building locations. Pretium took the lead and chaired a meeting between the university stakeholders and the Phase One design engineers to coordinate changes to the base building systems. The proposed changes were accepted by base building engineers and the revisions were implemented.