Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Services in Toronto
Schaeffer & Associates has been a trusted provider of civil engineering services for over six decades, serving land developers and government agencies across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. Our hands-on approach combines innovative design, construction expertise, and environmental stewardship to deliver tailored infrastructure solutions. With specialized departments in water resources, land development, and municipal infrastructure, we prioritize client collaboration and technical excellence. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of collective experience to every project, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while maximizing development potential. From preliminary planning to final construction oversight, we focus on sustainable, cost-effective outcomes that build resilient communities.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our long-standing reputation for meeting project deadlines and exceeding client expectations. As a 100% Canadian employee-owned company, we maintain a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Our services span project management, environmental servicing, stormwater management, and infrastructure design, addressing both private and public sector needs. Through strategic partnerships and in-house surveying capabilities, we streamline project delivery while maintaining rigorous quality control. This enduring dedication to engineering excellence positions us as a leader in municipal infrastructure development.
Services
Water Resources
Land Development
Construction Administration
Stormwater Management
Municipal Infrastructure
Environmental Servicing
Cost Sharing Agreements
Site Plan Engineering
Infrastructure Inspection
Development Charge Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1965
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized civil engineering experience in municipal infrastructure
- Our in-house surveying department accelerates project timelines through rapid data acquisition
- We implement innovative Low Impact Development (LID) solutions for stormwater management
- Our employee-owned structure ensures direct accountability to project stakeholders
- We maintain direct technical oversight from licensed professionals on all projects
Services
Water Resources
Our Water Resources Department specializes in comprehensive water systems planning and design. We provide stormwater management solutions, sanitary sewer analysis, and water supply infrastructure services. With advanced modeling tools and regulatory expertise, we create sustainable systems that comply with environmental standards while optimizing development potential. Our engineers deliver solutions from initial concept through construction oversight.
Land Development
We offer end-to-end land development engineering for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our services include subdivision design, infrastructure planning, and environmental servicing. We coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance with municipal requirements while maintaining project economic viability. Our expertise spans from small site plans to large-scale master developments.
Construction Administration
Our Construction Administration team provides contract management, quality control, and regulatory compliance services. We coordinate between clients, contractors, and government agencies throughout the construction process. Our services include site inspections, payment certification, and technical problem-solving to ensure projects meet design specifications and regulatory standards.
Stormwater Management
We design comprehensive stormwater management systems that address both minor and major storm events. Our services include pond design, floodplain analysis, and Low Impact Development (LID) solutions. We utilize advanced hydraulic modeling to create systems that protect developments while meeting environmental regulations and enhancing community resilience.
Cost Sharing Agreements
We develop equitable cost-sharing frameworks for infrastructure projects. Our services include financial modeling, development charge analysis, and agreement preparation. We help clients navigate complex regulatory requirements while ensuring fair cost distribution among stakeholders. Our expertise supports both private developers and municipal partners in infrastructure financing.
People
Peter Stefanovic
President
With over 40 years of civil engineering experience, Peter leads our design team and ensures technical excellence across all projects. He specializes in municipal infrastructure and has directed hundreds of residential and industrial developments.
Hacik Tozcu
Principal
A licensed professional engineer with 40+ years of experience, Hacik oversees project approvals and technical coordination. He specializes in sanitary sewer systems and water distribution networks, ensuring compliance with provincial regulations.
Vijay Gupta
Principal Director
With 45 years of global engineering experience, Vijay manages construction administration and surveying operations. He ensures field work aligns with design specifications and maintains quality control throughout project execution.
Koryun Shahbikian
Partner
As Water Resources Department Manager, Koryun combines engineering and legal expertise to solve complex water management challenges. He has over 20 years of experience in stormwater systems and environmental compliance.
Plamen Blagoev
Partner
With 30 years of construction management experience, Plamen leads our contract administration team. He specializes in coordinating large-scale infrastructure projects and ensuring regulatory compliance during construction phases.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Greater Toronto Area, Barrie, Peterborough, and Niagara-on-the-Lake regions, with project experience across Ontario.
What engineering disciplines do you specialize in?
Our core expertise includes civil engineering, water resources management, land development, municipal infrastructure design, and construction administration services.
How does your cost-sharing service benefit developers?
We create equitable cost distribution frameworks that ensure fair infrastructure financing while navigating complex regulatory requirements for both private and public stakeholders.
What makes your stormwater management approach unique?
We combine advanced hydraulic modeling with Low Impact Development (LID) solutions to create sustainable systems that protect developments and meet environmental regulations.
Can you handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience managing complex projects from preliminary design through construction, including multi-phase developments and municipal infrastructure upgrades.
How do you ensure project compliance with regulations?
Our licensed professionals maintain direct oversight of all projects, working closely with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal requirements.
