Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Quantity Surveying & Project Management Services in Ottawa
Founded in 2001, I C P M is a multi-disciplined consultancy specializing in Quantity Surveying, Payment Certification, Project Monitoring, and Project Management. As a member of the Canadian Association of Consulting Quantity Surveyors (CACQS) and a recognized firm by the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, we prioritize client-centric solutions while adhering to rigorous professional standards. Our team of certified experts brings decades of combined experience in construction cost management, budget development, and risk mitigation across diverse sectors including residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. We are committed to sustainability, actively integrating environmental responsibility into project planning and delivery. With a proven track record of serving public and private sector clients such as the Business Development Bank of Canada and Public Services and Procurement Canada, we bridge the knowledge gap between financiers and constructors to ensure project success.Our strategic approach combines technical expertise with transparent communication, delivering value through cost control, schedule audits, and technical analysis. Headquartered in Ottawa, we maintain a dynamic network of industry partnerships to provide tailored solutions for complex construction challenges. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our team's advanced qualifications, including Master of Engineering degrees and certifications in project management and green building practices. By focusing on long-term client relationships and continuous professional development, we ensure our services remain aligned with evolving industry demands.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Payment Certification
Project Monitoring
Project Management
Cost Planning
Construction Risk Management
Schedule Audits
Value Engineering
Technical Analysis
Cost Control
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Certified professionals with 15+ years of construction expertise
- Proven track record with major Canadian financial institutions
- Specialized in lender risk mitigation through loan monitoring
- Comprehensive cost management from budget development to control
- Commitment to sustainable development in project delivery
Associations and certifications
- CACQS
- Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our Quantity Surveying services focus on understanding client business cases through budget development, cost estimating, and control. We provide contract documentation, payment method selection, and analytical expertise to solve project-specific challenges across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
Payment Certification
Specializing in lender risk mitigation, we conduct pre-construction budget due diligence, document review, and site visits to assess work value. Our services protect financiers through early cost overrun detection and transparent communication between lenders and borrowers during construction projects.
Project Management
We deliver construction projects with strategic analysis, procurement expertise, and risk management. Our services include schedule audits, value engineering, and technical analysis to ensure client mandates are met while maintaining objectivity and industry-specific knowledge.
Cost Planning
Our cost planning services cover cash flow forecasting, budget allocation, and cost control across all project phases. We leverage decades of experience in residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments to provide realistic financial frameworks for project success.
Construction Risk Management
We identify and manage construction risks through technical analysis, schedule audits, and value engineering. Our team develops mitigation strategies to address financial, scheduling, and implementation challenges while maintaining alignment with client objectives and industry standards.
People
Saeed Fakharian
Quantity Surveyor
MEng, PQS, CEC with 15+ years in construction. Specializes in budget development and project monitoring after working on mid-rise residential and infrastructure projects in Canada since 2007.
Dan Sparling
Project Manager
BEng, GSC, CEC, PQS with 19 years in hydroelectric, nuclear, and civil construction. Expertise in procurement, cost control, and progress monitoring for complex infrastructure developments.
Francis Lo
Senior Consultant
MSc, MRICS, PQS, PMP with 26 years in quantity surveying and project management. Former Canadian Armed Forces engineer officer and Algonquin College lecturer specializing in cost estimating and contract documentation.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialize in?
We work across residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors including condominiums, hotels, warehouses, and public utility facilities.
How do you protect lender interests during projects?
Through loan monitoring services that include budget verification, site inspections, and early risk detection to prevent over-advancement of funds during construction.
Are your professionals certified?
Yes, our team holds PQS, PMP, MRICS, and LEED certifications with memberships in CACQS and the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
Do you work with public sector clients?
Yes, we serve government agencies including Public Services and Procurement Canada and have partnered with major Canadian financial institutions.
How do you ensure project sustainability?
We integrate environmental considerations into project planning and delivery, promoting sustainable development practices across all construction phases.
