Business Details
29 Years
experience
Building Science & Engineering Consultants
Founded in 1997, our company was established with a clear mission: to revolutionize building performance through innovative engineering and consulting services. Our expertise spans building enclosure design, structural engineering, and asset management, delivering solutions that enhance durability, energy efficiency, and sustainability. With a team of building scientists, engineers, and architects, we specialize in addressing complex challenges across residential, commercial, healthcare, and civic sectors. Our integrated approach combines technical excellence with a commitment to advancing industry standards through research, education, and collaboration. Over decades, weve built a reputation for delivering high-performance building solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients across North America.Our culture prioritizes sustainability, diversity, and continuous learning, ensuring our professionals remain at the forefront of industry advancements. Guided by a passion for innovation, we work closely with clients to transform both new and historic structures into resilient, adaptable spaces. Our work reflects a dedication to improving the built environment, supported by a growing network of 13 locations and over 350 technical experts. Through thought leadership and practical application, we strive to shape a future where buildings perform better for generations to come.
Services
Building Enclosure Consulting
Facade Engineering
Structural Engineering
Construction Asset Management
Forensics
Historic Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of expertise in building enclosure consulting and structural engineering.
- Our team includes certified building scientists and engineers with cross-disciplinary technical knowledge.
- We deliver integrated solutions across 10+ project sectors, including residential, healthcare, and civic.
- Our commitment to sustainability drives innovation in energy efficiency and climate resilience.
- We operate through 13 North American locations with a network of 350+ technical professionals.
Services
Building Enclosure Consulting
Our building enclosure consulting optimizes building performance through moisture control, thermal efficiency, and durability assessments. We address design, construction, and renewal challenges for new and existing structures. Our engineers collaborate with architects to ensure long-term resilience in diverse climates.
Facade Engineering
Facade engineering focuses on exterior building systems, including waterproofing, thermal performance, and structural integrity. We analyze and design cladding solutions for high-rise and complex architectural projects. Our expertise ensures energy-efficient, code-compliant facades that withstand environmental stressors.
Structural Engineering
Structural engineering services evaluate building frameworks for safety, adaptability, and code compliance. We specialize in retrofitting historic structures and designing seismic-resistant systems. Our team addresses foundation, framing, and load-bearing component challenges for commercial and residential projects.
Construction Asset Management
Construction asset management provides lifecycle planning for building systems, including maintenance scheduling and cost forecasting. We audit existing conditions to prioritize repairs and upgrades. Our consultants ensure asset longevity through proactive performance monitoring and data-driven recommendations.
Forensic Investigations
Forensic investigations identify root causes of building failures through material testing and system analysis. We conduct moisture intrusion assessments and durability evaluations. Our consultants develop remediation strategies to restore structural integrity and prevent recurrence in both modern and heritage buildings.
People
Catherine Liu
T&C Business Partner
Catherine Liu leads talent development initiatives at RDH, focusing on fostering professional growth and maintaining a culture of innovation. With extensive experience in organizational development, she plays a key role in aligning human resources strategies with the companys technical and business objectives. Catherines work emphasizes continuous learning as a core value within RDHs engineering teams.
Questions
What types of projects does RDH specialize in?
We work on residential, commercial, healthcare, civic, and historic buildings, offering expertise in enclosure systems, structural engineering, and asset management across North America.
Does RDH handle international projects?
While our primary focus is North America, our team’s expertise in climate adaptation and building codes allows us to consult on projects in varied regulatory environments globally.
How does RDH approach sustainability?
Our solutions integrate energy efficiency, climate resilience, and circular design principles. We help clients meet green building certifications through material selection and performance optimization.
What is RDH’s experience with historic buildings?
We provide forensic analysis and restoration strategies for heritage structures, balancing preservation requirements with modern performance standards for durability and energy efficiency.
Does RDH offer career development programs?
We prioritize continuous learning through technical workshops, research collaboration, and mentorship programs to support professional growth in building science disciplines.
Reviews (1)
Ross G.
Feb 17, 2015
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Since they proudly got the project we hired them for done "on time and on budget they get 2 stars. But their near complete lack of responsibility to the damage to our strata site caused by their contractors ("not our guys") gives them only 2 stars. Never again.
