Looking for a structural engineer in Montreal for a renovation, structural modification, inspection, or construction project? Metra Consultation provides structural engineering services for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings throughout Greater Montreal.
Steel structural design in Montreal
Steel framing, beams and columns, mezzanines, equipment supports, connections and reinforcement of existing structures. Our dedicated service page explains the engineering scope, drawings and information needed for a quote.
Structural engineering services in Montreal
Our engineers develop practical solutions based on the building’s existing conditions, the proposed work, constructability, applicable codes, and municipal requirements. A mandate may include a site visit, field measurements, structural analysis, calculations, signed and sealed drawings, and construction support.
- Wood, steel, and concrete structural design
- Load-bearing wall removal and new openings
- Building additions and second-storey additions
- Foundation, crack, settlement, and deformation assessments
- Beam, column, slab, wall, and roof reinforcement
- Structural drawings for permit applications
- Technical reports and engineering opinions
- Construction review when included in the scope
Residential structural engineer in Montreal
For an existing house, duplex or triplex, the proposed changes must be assessed together with the load path to the foundations. Wall openings, storey additions and open-concept conversions can affect framing and supports beyond the room being renovated.
Examples from our structural portfolio
- Removal of two load-bearing walls: structural design of an engineered beam-and-column replacement system supported by permit drawings. See our load-bearing wall engineering service.
- Open-concept conversion on Bishop Street, Montreal: structural evaluation and steel framing design, including load-path analysis, connections, columns and footing verification.
View the structural project photos and descriptions. Provide available drawings, photographs of the affected levels and a description of the proposed work so we can define the investigation, calculations and documents needed.
Houses and multi-unit buildings
We assist owners, architects, and contractors with houses, duplexes, triplexes, multi-unit buildings, and condominiums. Common projects include wall openings, stair modifications, additions, foundation repairs, structural assessments, and renovations affecting existing framing.
Commercial and industrial projects
Our services include tenant improvements, equipment loads, mezzanines, platforms, structural openings, reinforcement, warehouse modifications, and assessments of existing commercial and industrial buildings.
Structural drawings for permits
When a municipal permit requires engineering documents, we prepare drawings that clearly identify existing elements, proposed modifications, structural members, connections, materials, and construction details within our scope. We can also address technical review comments when included in the mandate.
Why work with Metra Consultation?
- Engineers licensed with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec
- Solutions tailored to actual site conditions
- Clear coordination with clients and contractors
- Collaboration with architects and other consultants
- English and French services across Greater Montreal
Frequently asked questions
When do I need a structural engineer?
Consult an engineer before modifying a load-bearing element, when cracks or movement are observed, for additions and major renovations, or when the municipality requests structural drawings or an engineering report.
Is a site visit required?
A visit is generally required for an existing building to confirm dimensions, materials, supports, load paths, and conditions that may not appear on available drawings.
Can you provide signed and sealed drawings?
Yes. When required by the mandate, engineering drawings and reports are prepared and authenticated in accordance with applicable professional requirements.
Discuss your project with an engineer
Send us the project address, photos, available drawings, and a short description. We will identify the appropriate engineering scope.
Choose the right structural engineering service
This page presents our general structural engineer service in Montreal. For focused needs, the specialized pages below explain the scope, documents and typical mandate in greater detail.
Load-bearing wall opening or removal
Assessment of the existing system, design of the beam, posts and supports, structural details and construction coordination.
Structural plans for a permit
Plans, details and structural notes prepared for the project scope and the documents requested by the municipality.
Foundations, cracks and movement
Review of existing conditions, assessment of possible structural causes, and repair or reinforcement recommendations within the mandate.
Structural inspection and report
A focused assessment of an element, deficiency or existing building with observations, conclusions and practical recommendations.
From feasibility to construction support
- Define the need: understand the project, address, constraints and required deliverable.
- Review and site visit: examine available drawings, photographs, measurements and existing conditions.
- Analysis and design: verify loads, supports, load paths and required reinforcement.
- Delivery and coordination: issue the report or drawings, address technical questions and perform field reviews when included.
Possible engineering deliverables
- Preliminary structural opinion or feasibility assessment
- Assessment report and recommendations
- Structural calculations and reinforcement options
- Authenticated structural drawings and details
- Responses to municipal technical comments
- Construction visits and field review included in the mandate
Define the right scope for your project
Send the property address, photographs, available drawings and a short description of the proposed work.
Request a structural engineering proposal