Faces of GWAL Series: Part 2

Meet James Moffat, P.Eng.

James is an Electrical Systems Designer with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ottawa (2002). He came to GWAL following graduation.

GET TO KNOW JAMES

With 22 years of professional experience in Electrical Design Engineering, you can rest assured that your project is in great hands with James. Leading a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technologists in both design and construction, he is a a knowledgeable and trusted mentor with unparalleled attention to detail.

His expertise in energy conservation and sustainable design allow him to assist our clients in reducing both energy and water consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, while exceeding targets set by clients for annual energy savings.

James leaves our clients feeling confident and informed with their projects, and is always one step ahead of things. He brings a positive energy to the workplace, offering guidance and support to junior staff. We are fortunate to have him on the GWAL team, and proud to introduce you to him and his talents.

Project Accomplishments

  • Project Description

    Ongoing consulting advocacy on behalf of BGIS

    Client advocate on behalf of BGIS since November 2020. Initially hired to review deficiencies in electrical distribution system throughout the building and recommend solutions. With the services of a licensed electrical contractor, a detailed list of discoveries was developed with an associated code and safety analysis. The project is ongoing, assisting BGIS in moving forward with implementing corrective action and reviewing design proposals to repair deficiencies discovered in the emergency life safety system.

  • Project Description

    Elite BMW Automobile Dealership
    Demolition, Design & Construction

    Lead electrical engineer for the demolition of existing building and design and construction of a new 2-storey, 4,250 m² car dealership consisting of state-of-the-art showroom, sales and administration offices, client lounge, parts sales and storage, service drive thru, 19 bay service garage, wash bay and new car delivery bay. Design of the mechanical and electrical systems followed the BMW design guides. Challenges included designing to meet strict corporate guidelines on lighting systems and especially in the car drive in and service area while maintaining a tight project budget.

  • Project Description

    James Michael Flaherty Building
    Design Build Redevelopment

    Lead electrical engineer for the site redevelopment, including demolition of existing building and construction of new 17 storey, 65,000 m² office tower including three (3) levels of below grade parking and one (1) level of penthouse service space. The building is located in downtown Ottawa. The total floor area is 12,000 m². Key sustainability and energy efficiency design measures include automatic lighting controls, daylight harvesting, occupancy sensor lighting controls, digital and remotely monitored systems metering and the use of variable speed drives on large motor loads such as pumps and ventilation fans. Challenges included coordination with Hydro Ottawa to accommodate the design of a new shared use vault to allow Hydro Ottawa to service multiple properties downtown.

  • Project Description

    Ottawa Convention Centre/Shaw Centre
    Redevelopment

    Lead electrical engineer for the 35,000 m² site redevelopment, including an 8,000 m² exhibit hall, 4,000 m² meeting rooms, 2,400 m² ballroom, pre-function space, commercial kitchen, administrative office, commercial retail, storage, workshop, truck loading area. The building achieved LEED gold certification. Sustainable features included exhaust energy heat recovery, high level of controllability, variable air/water flow distribution, demand control ventilation, enhanced indoor air comfort, rain water harvesting and reclaim for non-potable fixtures, ultra-low flow plumbing fixtures, high efficiency lighting c/w multi-level illumination controls. Challenges included coordination a new high voltage main electrical service from the existing neighbouring Rideau Centre switch and design of customer owned 13.2kV main service transformers.