Business Details
43 Years
experience
Structural Engineering Solutions in Dieppe
Founded in 1983, Giffin J M Engineering has established itself as a trusted leader in structural engineering solutions. Our team of licensed professionals combines decades of experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver precise, efficient designs for complex projects across multiple jurisdictions. Specializing in industrial, commercial, and institutional structures, we leverage deep expertise in steel, concrete, and wood construction to meet diverse client needs. With a proven track record in cold storage facilities, food processing plants, and large-scale retail developments, we prioritize practical, constructible solutions that align with client objectives.Our engineers bring specialized knowledge from prior roles in fabrication and concrete industries, ensuring designs balance innovation with real-world application. Through long-term partnerships with architects, contractors, and industry stakeholders, we maintain a client-centric approach that emphasizes clear communication and quality execution. From feasibility studies to final inspections, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering across every project phase.
Services
Structural steel framing
Concrete structures
Wood framing
ICF construction
Building evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of structural engineering experience since 1983
- Our team includes licensed engineers with fabrication industry expertise
- Specialized in complex industrial and commercial building systems
- Licensed to practice in multiple Canadian jurisdictions
- Proven track record with large-scale concrete and steel projects
Services
Structural steel framing
Our structural steel framing solutions combine advanced engineering with practical construction knowledge. We design efficient steel systems for industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and specialized structures requiring high-load capacity. Our engineers optimize material usage while ensuring compliance with safety standards. With team members having fabrication industry experience, we deliver constructible designs that minimize waste and construction time.
Concrete structures
We provide comprehensive concrete structure design for foundations, retaining walls, and complete building systems. Our expertise includes tilt-up construction and insulated concrete formwork solutions. With senior engineers having 20+ years in concrete industries, we ensure durable, cost-effective designs. Our team specializes in complex concrete applications for industrial and commercial facilities requiring high structural integrity.
Wood framing
Our wood framing services cover light-frame and heavy timber systems for residential, commercial, and agricultural buildings. We utilize modern engineering software to optimize structural performance while maintaining material efficiency. The team has extensive experience with wood construction for multi-unit residential buildings and commercial developments, ensuring code compliance and structural longevity.
ICF construction
We specialize in Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) systems for energy-efficient building envelopes. Our designs integrate structural integrity with thermal performance for residential and commercial applications. The system provides superior insulation values while maintaining fire resistance and durability. Our engineers optimize ICF configurations for various climate conditions in Atlantic Canada.
Building evaluations
Our evaluation services include condition assessments, snow load analysis, and failure investigations for existing structures. We conduct thorough inspections to identify structural deficiencies and provide remediation recommendations. The team performs feasibility studies for renovation projects and forensic analysis following structural incidents. Our assessments help property owners make informed maintenance decisions.
People
Jack VandenBroek
President - Design Engineer
Licensed engineer with 20+ years in structural design, specializing in industrial facilities. Graduated from University of New Brunswick in 2003, became Vice-President in 2020. Focuses on practical solutions for cold storage and food processing plants while managing daily operations.
Malcolm Nemis
Senior Engineer
Structural engineer with 20+ years experience in steel and concrete structures. Joined in 2022 after working on major industrial projects. Specializes in lead engineering roles for large-scale developments and stakeholder coordination across construction phases.
Paul Diamond
Junior Engineer-in-Training
Recent Dalhousie University graduate (2020) specializing in wood-framed structures. Supports senior engineers with design analysis and field inspections. Proficient in engineering software and responsible for preparing technical reports and structural evaluations.
John Green
SubConsultant
Civil engineer with 20+ years in concrete industry. Former plant manager at major suppliers before joining Giffin Engineering 15 years ago. Applies practical concrete expertise to structural designs and maintains key industry partnerships.
Jacob Myler
Intermediate Design Engineer
Experienced structural engineer joining in 2024 with decade-long background at Strescon. Specializes in computer-aided design and complex problem-solving. Combines independent work ethic with team collaboration to deliver quality engineering solutions on schedule.
Questions
What types of engineering services do you offer?
We specialize in structural steel, concrete, and wood framing design for industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings including cold storage facilities, food processing plants, and large retail developments.
Do you handle projects outside New Brunswick?
Yes, our engineers are licensed to practice in multiple Canadian jurisdictions and have experience with projects across Atlantic Canada.
What makes your engineering firm unique?
Our team combines 40+ years of structural engineering experience with prior industry roles in steel fabrication and concrete production, ensuring practical, constructible designs.
Can you evaluate existing structures?
Yes, we provide comprehensive building condition assessments, snow loading studies, and failure investigations as part of our structural evaluation services.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects of all scales from large industrial complexes to smaller commercial developments, though we currently don't accept single-unit residential projects.
