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At Associated, we are passionate about building communities that are vibrant, healthy and resilient and support economic growth. Sustainability is part of every project we undertake, and how we operate our business. That is why we have been a carbon neutral company since 2009.

We take pride in being a uniquely Canadian company that brings global perspectives to our clients from our international experience and technical involvement. Focused locally, we offer uncompromising service to public and private sector clients across Canada and abroad. Recognizing our service, excellence, dedication to staff, and contribution to communities, we have been one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008.

The Associated group of companies includes Associated Engineering, Associated Environmental Consultants, Nor•Ex Engineering, ATAP Infrastructure Management, and Brybil Projects. Our approach is to work with our clients to develop creative solutions that solve their problems and anticipate and address future challenges. Together, we can shape a better world.

 
  • Derrick Tannahill

    Derrick Tannahill P.Eng.

    Civil Engineer & Alternative Delivery Project Lead

    • For me, engineering is all about people - it's about developing a solution for someone. My passion is project delivery, especially alternative project delivery, as they are of strategic importance in Saskatchewan. 
    • I enjoy travelling to new places and learning about different cultures. Over the past 15 years, I've travelled extensively throughout many parts of Europe.
Nov 12 2019
Ice safety considerations support responsible operation of Lake Chaparral outdoor skating rinks in southeast Calgary
The Lake Chaparral Residents’ Association in Calgary engaged Associated Engineering subsidiary, NOR•EX Engineering to help them better understand ice safety and mitigate risks associated with the operation of skating areas on the frozen lake ice.
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Nov 10 2019
Eden Valley Water Treatment Plant upgrades help to meet current drinking water guidelines and increase capacity
A feasibility study of the Eden Valley water system recommended expansion of the existing system to include a new raw water reservoir and a new treatment train at the existing water treatment plant to provide redundancy and to meet the future needs of the community for a 20-year horizon.
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Nov 08 2019
Cost-effective deck rehabilitation and seismic retrofit extends the lifespan of the Alexandra Bridge in BC’s Fraser Canyon
The BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure retained Associated Engineering to carry out a detailed assessment of the bridge’s condition and provide renewal options.
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Schreyer Award (the highest award for Canadian consulting engineers) / Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards

2006 Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant Water Reuse Facility

2013 West Edmonton Sanitary Sewer Stage W12 Syphon

Recent Corporate Awards

2019 City of Vancouver
Heritage Award of Honour
Burrard Bridge Rehabilitation and Retrofit

2019 Heritage BC 
Heritage Award for Outstanding Achievement in Heritage Conservation
Burrard Bridge Rehabilitation and Retrofit

2019 Canada's Best Managed Companies - Platinum Club member (re-qualified)
Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program

2019 Consulting Engineers of Alberta 
Award of Excellence
Calgary Zoo Flood Mitigation

2019 Consulting Engineers of Alberta 
Award of Merit
Calgary Zoo Flood Mitigation

2019 Consulting Engineers of Alberta 
Award of Merit
NU Girder Bridge Design and Detailing Manual

2019 BC MOTI Deputy Minister's Consulting Engineering Awards 
Award of Excellence
Alexandra Bridge Deck Rehabilitation and Seismic Retrofit

2018 Consulting Engineers of Saskatchewan
Award of Excellence
Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence

2018 Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia
Employer Award

2018 Consulting Engineers of Alberta 
Award of Excellence
Southwest Water Supply Line in Fort McMurray
City of Calgary Northwest Inner-City Drainage Study

2017 Ontario Public Works Association
Project of the Year, Environmental ($2-$10 million)
Keswick Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

2017 Consulting Engineers of Alberta
Award of Excellence
Fort McMurray Wildfire Emergency Response and Water System Recovery Project

2017 Consulting Engineers of Alberta
Award of Excellence
Town of Rocky Mountain House Main Street Rehabilitation

2017 ACEC-BC 
Award of Merit
South Fork Water Treatment Plant

2016 ACEC-SK 
Award of Excellence
Saskatoon Reservoir and Pump Stations Upgrades, Saskatoon, SK

2016 Consulting Engineers of Ontario
Award of Excellence
West Main Street Bridge Rehabilitation

2016 Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
National Urban Design Award - Structural Engineer
Kinsmen Park 

2016 Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and Canada Council for Arts 
Governor General’s Medal in Architecture
Wood Innovation & Design Centre

2016 Illuminating Engineering Society
Award of Merit
Saline Creek Pedestrian Bridge

2016 ACEC-BC 
Award of Merit
Barnston/Maple Ridge Pump Station

Recent Staff Awards

2019 Engineers & Geoscientists BC
R.A. McLachlan Memorial Award
Don Kennedy

2018 American Water Works Association
George Warren Fuller Award
Garry Drachenberg

2017 Engineers & Geoscientists BC
C.J. Westerman Memorial Award
Brian Guy

2017 American Society of Civil Engineering
Samuel Arnold Greely Award (post humously)
Jan Fiala

2017 Regina Engineering Society 
Award for Engineering Excellence
Stella Madsen

2017 American Water Works Association
George Warren Fuller Award
Garry Drachenberg

2016 ACEC-BC
Meritorious Achievement Award
Kerry Rudd

2016 Engineers Canada
Award for the Support of Women in the Engineering Profession
Lianna Mah

2016 Consulting Engineers of Alberta
Harold L. Morrison Rising Young Professional Award
Owen Mierke

2015 Volunteer Service Recognition Award
Regina Engineering Society
Debra Anderson

2015 Consulting Engineers of Saskatchewan
Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Meritorious Achievement Award
Don George