Virtual Design & Construction (BIM)
At Govan Brown, our VDC experts all come from the field and understand what it takes to build. They combine that real-world construction knowledge with expertise in a full range of tools and technologies to match the right tools and processes to a project's needs.
Virtual Design & Construction (BIM)
Technology & Innovation
We never stop learning at Govan Brown. We constantly share best practices, encourage new ideas, and leverage technology to find new ways to better serve our clients.
Technology & Innovation
Sustainability & Wellness
Whether the goal is to be certified by a rating system, promote employee health and wellness, or reduce the facility’s carbon footprint, our expert teams tailor their approach to meet our client’s specific goals.
Sustainability & Wellness
Building Repositioning
Competition for space is fierce in cities across the globe. With little room—or time—to build new, creating modern, functional spaces out of existing buildings is critical. That’s where we can help.
Building Repositioning
Commissioning
In the world of design and construction, “commissioning” can be a bit nebulous. Some people confuse it with quality assurance or control—and it is partly that. But commissioning is more about validating the built environment and that it was installed and functions as designed.
Commissioning
Construction Management
From transforming landmarked buildings to building new commercial high-rises, we help clients across Canada realize their vision.
Construction Management
Preconstruction
In addition to labor, materials, equipment, and logistics, there are hundreds of factors to consider before we begin building.
Preconstruction
Building/Site Evaluation
Understanding whether a building can handle our client’s vision is a vital piece of the puzzle when it comes to a new construction project.
Building/Site Evaluation
Design-Build
Owners select the architect and contractor as a team that works in tandem under a single contract with one point of contact for the project.
Design-Build
Construction Management at Risk (CMAR)
The Construction Manager at Risk delivery method fosters collaboration and focuses the entire project team (owner, architect and contractor) on finding the best solutions for the project.