Business Details
14 Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions in Winnipeg
HDK Consulting was founded in 2012 with a vision to deliver professional engineering services that combine the expertise of large firms with the accessibility of specialized consultants. Our approach centers on assigning Principal-Project Managers to every project, ensuring integrated multidisciplinary design solutions tailored to clients' unique challenges. With a team of senior engineers and technologists, we specialize in mechanical, electrical, communications, and security engineering for commercial and institutional buildings across Canada. Our principals actively manage projects from planning to construction, leveraging 10 years of operational experience and 350+ completed projects to provide innovative, sustainable solutions. We serve diverse sectors including government, healthcare, defense, and technology, operating in urban, rural, and security-sensitive locations nationwide.Our LEED-accredited professionals and RCDD-certified engineers deliver HVAC, fire protection, emergency power systems, and mission-critical AV infrastructure. Through condition assessments, feasibility studies, and construction phase services, we maintain compliance with safety and energy standards while prioritizing client responsiveness. Our growth from three principals to a multidisciplinary team reflects our commitment to technical excellence and client trust. With operations in nine professional jurisdictions, we combine national reach with localized expertise to optimize building systems performance and security integration.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Systems
Security Consulting
Project Management
Building Commissioning
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Principal-Project Managers oversee every engagement
- Integrated multidisciplinary design approach
- Nationwide service across nine jurisdictions
- LEED and RCDD accredited professionals
- 10 years of specialized engineering experience
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- RCDD
- BISCI
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering team specializes in HVAC systems, fire protection, and plumbing design for commercial and institutional buildings. We deliver energy-efficient solutions that meet LEED standards while ensuring occupant comfort and safety. Our engineers optimize system performance through computational modeling and field verification during construction phases.
Electrical Systems
We design medium and low voltage electrical systems including emergency power, lighting, and fire alarm infrastructure. Our services cover power distribution, uninterruptible power supplies, and code-compliant electrical safety systems for both new construction and facility upgrades across multiple sectors.
Security Consulting
Our security engineering integrates access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems with building management platforms. We provide threat assessments and implement NFC-enabled security solutions for defense installations, government facilities, and commercial properties requiring compliance with strict safety protocols.
Project Management
Principal-led project management covers all phases from feasibility studies to construction completion. We coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining transparent client communication throughout each project lifecycle.
Building Commissioning
We validate building systems performance through comprehensive commissioning processes. Our team ensures mechanical, electrical, and security systems operate as designed, conducting site inspections, reviewing contractor work, and certifying final construction compliance with original specifications.
People
David Ho
Mechanical Engineer, Partner
David Ho is a licensed mechanical engineer with 20+ years of consulting experience. As LEED Accredited Professional and Project Management Professional, he specializes in mechanical system design and project management for diverse public and private sector clients across Canada.
Kellie Orr
President
Kellie Orr brings 30+ years of electrical and security engineering expertise from defense and private sectors. Holding multiple certifications including RCDD and Certified Telecommunications Project Manager, Kellie leads engineering operations and technical strategy for complex communications infrastructure projects nationwide.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does HDK Consulting offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, communications, and security engineering services with specialized expertise in HVAC, power systems, AV integration, and physical security solutions for commercial and institutional buildings.
Do you work on government and defense projects?
Yes, we serve government agencies and defense institutions with secure facility upgrades, including intrusion alarm systems, command center infrastructure, and compliance with federal building standards.
How does your project management approach work?
Each project is managed by a Principal-Project Manager who coordinates multidisciplinary teams, maintains budget control, and ensures compliance through all phases from concept design to construction completion.
Can you handle projects in remote locations?
Our team has experience executing projects in Canada's remote regions, including Arctic research stations and northern military facilities, with logistics planning and local regulatory compliance expertise.
What sustainability certifications do your engineers hold?
We have LEED Accredited Professionals and Project Management Institute-certified engineers who implement energy-efficient solutions meeting current environmental standards for new and retrofit projects.
