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WATER RESOURCES

Water resources engineering that supports growth and protects natural systems.

Urbanworks combines technical analysis with practical design to manage runoff, reduce flood risk, and protect water quality. We develop cost-effective solutions that support development potential while respecting the natural systems that communities depend on.

Sound analysis. Practical solutions.

Every project has its own drainage constraints, environmental considerations, and approval requirements. From watershed studies and modelling to detailed stormwater design, we assess options and develop solutions that balance performance, cost, and land use. We carry that work through agency review and construction support.

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Planning & advisory

  • Preliminary engineering and feasibility studies

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  • Watershed and subwatershed studies

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  • Master environmental servicing plans

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  • Functional servicing and stormwater strategies

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  • Drainage constraints and flood risk assessments

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  • Stormwater options and value engineering

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  • Pre-consultation with municipalities and conservation authorities

Functional & detailed engineering design

  • Hydrologic and hydraulic modelling

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  • Floodplain mapping and flood control design

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  • Stormwater management pond and facility design

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  • Low impact development (LID) design

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  • Natural channel design

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  • Erosion control studies and design

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  • Water balance studies and analyses

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  • Conceptual and detailed drainage design

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  • Quantity and construction cost estimates

Permitting, approvals & regulatory support

  • Engineering support for environmental assessments

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  • Stormwater and drainage approval submissions

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  • Coordination with municipalities and conservation authorities

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  • Technical support for permit applications

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  • Responses to agency review comments

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  • Support for approval conditions and engineering clearances

Contract administration

  • Tender preparation and contract administration

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  • Construction inspection

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  • Review of shop drawings and material submissions

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  • Construction progress and payment reviews

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  • Deficiency inspections and follow-up

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  • Record drawings and construction certification

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  • Project close-out and assumption support

Let's find the right water resources solution

Planning a development or addressing a drainage challenge? Talk to our team.

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