Geotechnical Engineering

by Qualitest Canada Ltd.

Qualitest Canada’s Geotechnical Engineering division provides comprehensive, high-quality services to support safe and efficient construction. Our geotechnical investigations help determine the physical properties of subsurface soils, identify suitable foundation systems, and address risks related to weak or unstable ground conditions.

We support a wide range of projects across Canada, including residential developments, condominiums, high-rise buildings, commercial and industrial facilities, oil & gas infrastructure, and transportation projects.

Our services are available in major cities such as Toronto, Mississauga, Sarnia, Hamilton, Edmonton, Vancouver, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Peace River, Cold Lake, Grande Prairie, Conklin, Surrey, Langley, Richmond, Delta, Burnaby, Victoria, Kitimat, Terrace, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Kelowna, Kamloops, Red Deer, Regina, Saskatoon, and Lloydminster.


Our Geotechnical Services

Site Investigation & Soil Testing

  • Geotechnical site investigations
  • Borehole drilling and sampling
  • Laboratory testing of soil properties

Foundation Engineering

  • Evaluation and recommendation of foundation systems, including:
    • Spread footings
    • Cast-in-place piles
    • End-bearing piles
    • Screw piles
    • Driven pipe piles
    • Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) piles

Construction & Ground Support

  • Excavation and backfilling recommendations
  • Site grading and surface drainage design
  • Subgrade preparation
  • Pavement design

Analysis & Design Support

  • Bearing capacity assessments
  • Settlement analysis
  • Slope stability analysis
  • Seismic considerations and cement type recommendations

Inspection & Monitoring

  • Footing inspections
  • Pile installation monitoring
  • Routine and advanced QA/QC during construction
  • Project management support

Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)

In addition to geotechnical engineering, Qualitest Canada provides Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) services to identify and manage potential contamination risks.

Our ESA services include:

  • Phase I ESA: Review of historical and current site usage
  • Phase II ESA: Soil and groundwater testing
  • Phase III ESA: Remediation and risk management

We also offer:

  • Contamination delineation
  • Environmental testing (soil & groundwater)
  • Site remediation in accordance with municipal, provincial, and federal guidelines

Environmental Site Assessments are often required for:

  • Subdivision applications
  • Land development projects
  • Property transactions
  • Bank financing and due diligence

Service Coverage

We provide geotechnical and environmental services across Canada, with strong coverage in Alberta and British Columbia, including cities such as Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, Richmond, Delta, Burnaby, Victoria, Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Fort McMurray, Regina, and Saskatoon.


Why Choose Qualitest Canada?

  • Experienced geotechnical engineers and field technicians
  • Comprehensive investigation and testing capabilities
  • Reliable data and practical engineering recommendations
  • Support across all project phases—from investigation to construction
  • Nationwide service with strong regional presence

Geotechnical Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Contact Us

Get in touch today to request a quote for geotechnical engineering or environmental services.

Email: admin@qualitests.com

British Columbia Office:
112, 13085 115 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada
(778) 381-7376

Ontario Office:
5, 760 Laurentian Dr, Burlington, ON L7N 3V6, Canada
(647) 464-9480

Alberta Office:
702 – 23rd Ave, Nisku, AB T9E 7Y6, Canada
(780) 851-2020