Structural Systems Code Changes & Mid-Rise Challenges; An In-depth conversation with Raymond Van Groll
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Raymond van Groll, M.Sc (Eng.), P.Eng.
is an experienced structural engineer, overseeing 16,000+ projects across North America. With expertise in structural design, he has made significant contributions to projects in the GTA. Currently serving as Director of Building Structures at MTE Consultants, Toronto, he remains at the forefront of engineering innovation.
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In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast I interview Raymond Van Groll, Director of Building Structures at M.T.E., who discusses the complexities and considerations of structural engineering in real estate development, Structural Systems Code Changes & Mid-Rise Challenges. Covering his extensive experience—from high-rise projects to mid-rise buildings—Raymond elaborates on various construction materials and systems, including concrete, wood, and hybrid systems. He highlights the implications of new building codes, the importance of watertight designs, and the evolving landscape of urban development in Toronto. The conversation also explores industry challenges, the need for streamlined site plan approvals, and the potential of future technologies like AI to revolutionize building design and construction processes.
Here are some of the highlights from our conversation:
- Structural Systems in Real Estate Development
- Concrete and Wood Structural Systems
- Hybrid Structural Systems
- Challenges in Mid-Rise Construction
- Upcoming Building Code Changes
- Water Tightness in Toronto Buildings
- The Cost of Building Regulations
- Infrastructure and Urban Planning
- Streamlining the Building Process
- The Need for Standardization in Construction
- The Future of Construction and AI
MTE Consultants is a multidisciplinary engineering firm offering expertise in civil and structural engineering, building science, environmental services, toxicology, and land surveying. Since its founding in 1985 in Southern Ontario, MTE has contributed to the growth and well-being of the communities it serves.
As an employee-owned company, MTE approaches each project with a personal commitment to success, delivering thoughtful, timely, and practical solutions.
