Colquitz Engineering
Water Resources and Municipal Infrastructure
About
Our expertise:
- Infrastructure planning and modelling
- Stormwater management and drainage plans
- Hydrology and hydraulic modelling
- Asset management planning
- Capital and life-cycle cost estimating
- Stormwater best management practice design
- Drainage, wastewater and water supply infrastructure design
- Detention and wetland design
- Manhole and pipe rehabilitation
- Erosion protection plans
- Flow monitoring
- Pump station design
- Tank rehabilitation
- Site servicing
- Project tendering and procurement
- Construction inspection
- Contract administration including CCDC2 and MMCD.
- Watercourse restoration design
Projects
Water Resources Projects
Toby Creek
Colquitz modelled, designed and provided construction support for this bank and bridge abutment protection project.
Stikine Micro Hydro
Colquitz completed flow monitoring, design, obtained water licenses, and provided construction support for a micro hydro project for a camp on the banks of the Stikine River.
Selleck Creek Flow Monitoring
Colquitz completed flow monitoring on Selleck Creek and tributaries to support a proposed development.
Langford Lake Creek
Colquitz completed modelling, detailed design, and provided construction support for conveyance capacity upgrades.
Hagan Creek
In support of creek restoration, Colquitz completed a hydrologic study and water level monitoring.
Stoneridge Wetland
Colquitz completed an assessment, detailed design and construction support for the restoration of the Stoneridge Wetland.
Water Resources Projects
Sitlika Creek
Colquitz completed hydrology, hydraulic modelling and design for the restoration of this highly unstable site.
Royal Bay Stormwater Management
Colquitz prepared the stormwater management plan for the 64 ha Royal Bay development.
Kaouk Estuary
Colquitz prepared the design and provided construction support for the breach of the estuary road to improve fish access to additional habitat.
Kaouk River Side Channel Enhancement
Colquitz prepared the design and provided construction support to improve fish access to additional habitat.
Nahmint River Side Channel
Colquitz prepared the design and provided construction support to facilitate fish access to additional habitat.
Malksope River Bank Protection
Colquitz prepared the design and provided construction support for bank stabilization
Municipal Infrastructure Projects
Walfred Watermain
Colquitz prepared the detailed design and provided construction monitoring and support for this 300 mm diameter watermain replacement project.
Thetis Cove Pump Station
Colquitz prepared the detailed design, and provided construction inspection and contract administration services for the replacement of this municipal pump station.
Helmcken Bay Pump Station
Colquitz prepared the detailed design, and provided construction inspection and contract administration services for the replacement of this municipal pump station.
Erskine Water System Assessment
Colquitz completed an assessment of this private water system and estimated the cost of required system upgrades.
Capital Regional District Backflow Study
Colquitz completed a study to assess the likelihood and consequences of backflow to the CRD supply system.
Atkins Low Pressure Sewer System
Colquitz completed an analysis of the low pressure sanitary sewer system and evaluated the capacity of the system, and provided guidance on the possibility for expansion and component sizing criteria.
Municipal Infrastructure Projects
Whiffin Spit Watermain
Colquitz prepared the detailed design and provided construction monitoring and support for this 200 mm diameter watermain replacement project.
Dufour Watermain
Colquitz prepared the detailed design and provided construction monitoring and support for this 200 mm diameter watermain replacement project.
Treanor Storm Drain
Colquitz prepared the detailed design, and provided construction inspection and contract administration services for the replacement of this 1050 mm diameter storm drain.
Luxton Watermain
Colquitz prepared the detailed design and provided construction monitoring and support for this 300 mm diameter watermain replacement project.
Goldstream Watermain
Colquitz completed a study to assess the likelihood and consequences of backflow to the CRD supply system.
East Sooke Watermain
Colquitz prepared the water system model for potential expansion of the water system in East Sooke, BC.
Water Main Upgrade Program 2023-2024
Colquitz prepared the detailed design and provided construction monitoring and support for replacing approximately 4,2000 meters of water main across eight different project locations within the Capital Region District.
Team
JEFF HOWARD, P.ENG.
Jeff Howard has over 25 years of consulting engineering experience primarily in the water resources field. Jeff has been fortunate enough to work on many interesting and complex projects for a wide variety of public and private clients. Jeff founded Colquitz Engineering Ltd. in 2016.
Jeff has a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma from Camosun College (1995) and Bachelors of Engineering (Civil) from Lakehead University (1997). Jeff is registered as a professional engineer in British Columbia (2001).
Jeff’s areas of expertise include:
- Hydrologic analysis, stormwater management and environmental enhancement;
- Municipal infrastructure planning, modelling, design and construction services;
- Linear infrastructure (storm drains, culverts, sanitary sewers, forcemains, watermains), and
- Water and wastewater pump stations
CHRIS LEE, P.ENG.
Chris Lee is a Professional Engineer with over 15 years of experience in municipal and community infrastructure, land development, site servicing, feasibility studies, asset management, and condition assessment projects. He provides project management, preliminary engineering, detailed design, and contract administration & construction services for both municipal and private clients.
Chris has a B.A.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of British Columbia (2004) and a Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from Camosun College (2001).
ANDREA DRAIJER, PROJECT COORDINATOR
Andrea joined Colquitz Engineering in 2024 after completing her graduate certificate in Project Management from Royal Roads University.
With over 15 years of experience spanning information management, public service, and non-profit sectors, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as a project coordinator. Her deep understanding of diverse industries and organizational dynamics allow her to navigate complex project landscapes
Andrea has a Masters in Library and Information Science from Western University and a BA from Calvin University.
SAM HOWARD, CAD TECHNCIAN
Sam primarily provides drafting services using Autodesk Civil 3D on municipal infrastructure and water resources projects. He also assists with site reconnaissance, data collection, and other field work.
Sam is in the process of obtaining his Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from Camosun College.
In addition to the above staff, Colquitz Engineering retains the services of numerous contract employees and subconsultants.
Careers
If you would like to join our team, please reach out to us.
Currently, we are looking for:
- Junior Technologist or Engineer with a focus on water resources and municipal infrastructure
Contact
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Reach out today to start the conversation and allow our dedicated team of professionals to help you navigate every stage of your water resources or municipal infrastructure project, from planning to construction. Our experts are here to provide the support and guidance you need to successfully complete your project.