Business Details
31 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Civil and Structural Engineering Services in Prince George
Scouten Engineering has been delivering innovative civil and structural engineering solutions since 1995. Our team of dedicated professionals specializes in value-engineering, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising functionality or long-term performance. With offices in Prince George and Genelle, BC, we serve clients across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories. Our approach combines regional expertise with a commitment to quality, efficiency, and creativity tailored to each client's unique needs. We pride ourselves on rapid response times for urgent projects and maintaining long-term relationships built on trust and reliability.Our small-firm agility allows us to tackle projects of all sizes while collaborating with larger firms when necessary. We focus on understanding our clients' operational contexts, delivering engineering products on time and within budget. Our services span industrial, transportation, commercial, municipal, and mining sectors, addressing challenges from structural design to forensic investigations. Our regional knowledge and technical proficiency ensure clients receive practical solutions for complex engineering problems. We maintain a collaborative work environment that fosters innovation while adhering to the highest professional standards.
Services
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Bridge Design
Industrial Structures
Construction Management
Seismic Restraint Systems
Resource Road Design
Water Storage Facilities
Composite Material Repairs
Municipal Infrastructure
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have 28 years of regional engineering experience since 1995
- Our value-engineering approach reduces costs without compromising quality
- We serve remote regions across western Canada with local expertise
- Our team-oriented approach delivers collective expertise to every project
- We provide rapid response for urgent engineering challenges
Services
Structural Engineering
We design industrial buildings, bridges, and resource sector structures using advanced materials and seismic restraint systems. Our expertise includes new construction and structural rehabilitation for mining, energy, and pulp & paper industries. We deliver code-compliant solutions that balance functionality with long-term durability.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services cover highways, municipal utilities, and industrial site development. We provide complete design packages including water storage facilities, storm drainage systems, and resource road networks. Our team handles projects from concept through construction supervision with a focus on northern BC's unique environmental conditions.
Bridge Design
We offer comprehensive bridge solutions from initial design to construction management. Our engineers create structures that withstand heavy loads and extreme weather conditions in remote locations. Services include tender documentation, foundation design, and superstructure configuration using multiple construction material options.
Construction Management
Our team provides on-site supervision and quality control for engineering projects. We ensure compliance with design specifications while managing timelines and budgets. This includes site servicing coordination, material testing, and progress reporting for industrial and municipal infrastructure developments.
Seismic Restraint Systems
We design and certify seismic restraint systems for mechanical and electrical equipment in northern BC. Our solutions protect HVAC systems and critical infrastructure from seismic activity while maintaining code compliance. This includes detailed engineering calculations and installation specifications for commercial and industrial facilities.
People
Ben Crimp
Principal, CEO
As Principal and CEO, Ben Crimp leads Scouten Engineering's strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in complex engineering reviews. With extensive structural engineering experience, he ensures technical excellence across all projects.
Craig Hadley
Principal, COO
Craig Hadley oversees daily operations as Chief Operating Officer. His expertise in design technology ensures efficient project delivery while maintaining Scouten's commitment to quality and innovation in engineering solutions.
Kyle Nelson
Principal, CBDO
As Chief Business Development Officer, Kyle Nelson focuses on expanding Scouten's service offerings while maintaining strong client relationships. He combines technical knowledge with business strategy to grow the firm's regional presence.
Mahtab Gheisari
Senior Structural Engineer
Mahtab Gheisari contributes specialized structural engineering expertise to Scouten's projects. Her technical proficiency ensures high-quality design solutions for complex industrial structures while mentoring junior engineering staff.
David Scouten
Founder
David Scouten founded the firm and continues as Technical Advisor. His engineering philosophy emphasizing practical solutions and regional expertise continues to shape Scouten's approach to client service.
Questions
What engineering services does Scouten offer?
We provide structural and civil engineering services including industrial buildings, bridge design, municipal infrastructure, seismic restraint systems, and construction management across western Canada.
Which regions does Scouten Engineering serve?
We operate throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories with offices in Prince George and Genelle, BC.
Can Scouten handle emergency engineering projects?
Yes, we respond quickly to urgent requests and have experience providing rapid engineering solutions for time-sensitive challenges in remote locations.
What industries does Scouten specialize in?
We focus on mining, energy, pulp & paper, and other resource sectors with expertise in industrial structures, transportation infrastructure, and municipal projects.
Does Scouten work on large-scale projects?
Yes, while maintaining small-firm agility, we've successfully completed major projects exceeding expectations for clients across various industries and project sizes.
