About Us
A longstanding record of ICF excellence
A bit about us! J.T. Donald’s presence in Canada can be traced back over 140 years to J.T. Donald and Company Limited. Originally founded as geological assayists, we have been practicing as a civil consulting, inspection and testing firm since 1949. Wholly owned by it’s senior professional staff, J.T. Donald Consultants Ltd. has a reputation of providing quality service.
One of our exciting fields of practice is ICF Engineering! Our experience in this field tracks back to when ICF was first introduced in Canada, which makes us one of the premier companies to tackle your ICF project. This deep-rooted involvement has equipped us with unparalleled expertise, allowing us to refine our techniques and stay at the forefront of ICF advancements. Today, we leverage this extensive experience to deliver an efficient, resilient, and cost competitive design of ICF structures, solidifying our reputation as a premier choice for ICF projects.
Design Philosophy
We recognize that a well-designed structure harmonizes with all aspects of a project. By working collaboratively with the entire project team from inception to completion, we enhance efficiency, minimize oversights, and ensure successful project outcomes.
Our holistic design philosophy emphasizes that excellence lies in the details. By providing meticulously detailed, site-specific contract documents, we effectively communicate our design intent, resulting in fewer construction issues and more accurate pricing.
In an ever-evolving construction industry, we stay abreast of new materials and technologies that revolutionize design, building, and occupancy. Our commitment to ongoing personal and professional development, combined with our experience and passion, allows us to add value to each project. By expanding our technical expertise, striving for continuous improvement, and focusing on team-based collaboration, we consistently deliver cutting-edge, sustainable, and economical structural solutions.
Design Lead: Alexandre Amend, P.Eng, M.Eng.
Alexandre started his involvement in the ICF industry shortly after finishing his Master of Engineering degree from the University of Toronto, and becoming enthralled in the benefits of ICF construction. Recognized for ability to effectively drive tasks to completion and design with careful precision. In the past he has provided a leading role on large scale industrial and commercial projects, as well as unique custom home designs, and continues to deliver engineering excellence to clients through his deep knowledge and understanding of engineering fundamentals and practices.