Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mechanical Engineering Consultants in Surrey
Established in 1991, Jade West Engineering has built a reputation as a trusted mechanical engineering consulting firm serving British Columbia. Our expertise spans building mechanical and plumbing systems, sustainable design, and energy-efficient solutions tailored to commercial, residential, civic, industrial, and institutional projects. We prioritize dependability, responsiveness, and unwavering commitment to client needs, ensuring engineering excellence across diverse sectors. With decades of collective experience, our team delivers innovative designs and feasibility studies grounded in sustainability. Recognized for our work on LEED-certified and geothermal projects, we maintain strong ties to local communities, including advisory roles on Surreys Sustainability Panel.Our professionals hold memberships in prestigious organizations like Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia, ASHRAE, and ASPE, reinforcing our technical authority. From high-rise residential towers to industrial facilities and heritage building upgrades, we combine technical precision with environmental stewardship. Our client-centric approach ensures seamless project execution, from initial concept to completion, while adhering to the highest industry standards. With offices in Surrey, we continue to shape British Columbias built environment through forward-thinking engineering solutions.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Sustainable Building Design
Plumbing Systems
Feasibility Studies
Energy Efficient Buildings
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of mechanical engineering expertise in BC
- Our team specializes in LEED-certified sustainable building design
- We provide tailored solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial sectors
- Our engineers hold professional certifications with EGBC, ASHRAE, and ASPE
- We maintain direct client communication throughout project lifecycles
Services
Mechanical Engineering
We provide comprehensive mechanical engineering solutions for commercial, residential, and industrial projects. Our expertise includes HVAC systems, plumbing design, and building automation tailored to client needs. With over 30 years of experience, we ensure technical precision while prioritizing energy efficiency and sustainability across British Columbia.
Sustainable Building Design
Our sustainable design services focus on LEED certification, geothermal systems, and energy-efficient building solutions. We integrate environmentally friendly technologies into projects ranging from high-rise apartments to industrial facilities. Our team has completed multiple green building projects that reduce environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.
Plumbing Systems
We design advanced plumbing systems for new constructions and renovations, including commercial buildings and multi-family residential complexes. Our solutions emphasize water conservation, system reliability, and compliance with local codes. Recent projects include major upgrades to institutional facilities and high-density housing developments.
Feasibility Studies
We conduct detailed feasibility assessments for mechanical systems, evaluating technical viability and cost-effectiveness. Our studies support informed decision-making for projects ranging from boiler upgrades to large-scale industrial facilities. This service helps clients optimize investments while ensuring long-term system performance.
Energy Efficient Buildings
We specialize in creating energy-efficient building systems that reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Our solutions include geothermal heating, advanced insulation techniques, and smart energy management systems. These designs have been implemented in projects like the Donovan high-rise and various LEED-certified commercial buildings.
People
John Makepeace
President and General Manager
A licensed engineer with over 30 years of experience, John leads our team while serving on Surreys Advisory Design Panel. He holds degrees from UBC and memberships in ASHRAE and ASPE.
Leila Vaive
Project Manager
Leila specializes in mechanical engineering projects, bringing expertise from Shanghai Jiao-Tong University and UBC. She actively supports gender diversity in engineering through DAWEG initiatives.
David Iwabu
Project Manager
A licensed engineer with UBC credentials, David contributes technical expertise to complex projects. His work focuses on mechanical systems integration and sustainable design solutions.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical engineering, sustainable building design, plumbing systems, energy-efficient solutions, and feasibility studies for commercial, residential, and industrial projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve British Columbia, including Surrey, Vancouver, Burnaby, Langley, and White Rock, with projects across diverse regional locations.
Do you handle sustainable design projects?
Yes, we focus on LEED-certified and geothermal projects, including energy-efficient systems for residential, civic, and industrial buildings.
How long has your company been in business?
We have provided mechanical engineering consulting services since 1991, with our team members holding decades of combined industry experience.
Can you work on heritage building upgrades?
Yes, we have experience upgrading HVAC systems in heritage buildings like New Westminster’s Irving House and Williams Lake City Hall.
What project types do you handle?
We work on high-rise residential towers, industrial facilities, civic buildings, commercial tenant improvements, and institutional projects like seniors' complexes.
