Design-Build Services — Ontario-Wide
Complete
Design-Build
Across Ontario
One team. One process. From the first concept drawing to the final construction — MAY Engineering is Ontario's complete design-build partner.
Understanding the Model
What Is Design-Build and Why Is It
Better in Ontario?
Design-build is a project delivery method where a single company is responsible for both the design and the construction of a project — eliminating the traditional separation between the design team and the construction team. Instead of hiring an architect, then an engineer, then a contractor and hoping they all communicate effectively — you have one accountable team managing everything.
For Ontario clients, the design-build approach means faster delivery, lower risk, fewer conflicts, and a single point of contact throughout the entire project. MAY Engineering's design-build model is unique because it combines technically trained engineers providing structural engineering with an affiliated construction company — Tomas Construction Services — creating a genuinely seamless concept-to-completion delivery.
Traditional Method
Hire an architect. Hire an engineer. Tender to contractors. Manage the conflicts between them. Hope nothing falls through the gaps.
The Design-Build Method
One team handles everything — engineering, drafting, permitting, project management, and construction coordination. One contract. One accountable partner. No gaps.
The Result
Faster project delivery. Fewer change orders. Lower total cost. Less stress. And one team to call when you have a question — from concept to completion.
Our Process
Concept-to-Completion
Design-Build Process
Ten steps. One team. No handoffs. Every phase managed by engineering-educated professionals.
Planning
We begin with a thorough review of your project goals, site conditions, budget, and timeline. This phase defines the scope and sets the foundation for every decision that follows.
Design
Our team develops the design concept — from initial sketches through design development. We coordinate architectural, structural, and civil requirements from the start.
Drafting
Complete drawing packages are prepared by our experienced drafters — including architectural plans, elevations, sections, and all coordination drawings needed for the project.
Engineering
Structural, civil, and specialty engineering is completed by our technically trained team. All engineering is reviewed for Ontario Building Code compliance.
Permit Applications
We prepare and submit the full permit application package to your municipality — managing the review process and responding to any comments from the building department.
Project Management
Once permits are in hand, our project management team takes over — establishing the construction schedule, managing the budget, and coordinating all consultants and contractors.
Construction Coordination
We manage the relationship between all parties on site — ensuring trades are coordinated, conflicts are resolved quickly, and the project stays on schedule.
Site Inspections
Our engineers perform regular site inspections throughout construction — verifying that work is being completed to the approved drawings and specifications.
Construction
Through our affiliated company, Tomas Construction Services, we can manage or self-perform the physical construction — from foundations through finishes.
Project Closeout
We manage the closeout process — deficiency review, occupancy coordination, as-built drawings, and all final documentation needed to close out the project.
The Advantage
Why Ontario Clients Choose
Design-Build with MAY Engineering
One Team.
One Contract.
No Gaps.
The traditional method splits design and construction between separate companies — creating communication gaps, finger-pointing, and costly delays. Design-build puts everything under one roof, one contract, and one accountable partner.
Timeline
Risk
Outcome
Single Point of Contact
One phone number. One team. One person to call when you have a question — from concept through completion.
Faster Delivery
Design and construction phases overlap instead of running sequentially — projects reach completion in less time without sacrificing quality.
Lower Risk
Single-point accountability eliminates the blame game. When the designer and builder are the same team, problems get solved, not passed around.
Better Outcomes
Engineering-educated professionals oversee every phase, catching issues early and ensuring the finished project matches the original vision.
Design-Build for Every Sector in Ontario
Residential
Custom homes · Additions · Renovations · Homeowner projects
Commercial
Restaurants · Retail · Offices · Medical · Property managers
Institutional
Schools · Government · Public buildings · Community facilities
Industrial
Warehouses · Manufacturing · Industrial renovations · Steel structures
Tomas Construction Services
Tomas Construction Services is the construction arm that completes the MAY Engineering design-build loop. When the engineering drawings are done and the permits are approved, Tomas picks it up and builds it — residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Ontario. This is what makes our design-build model genuinely complete: engineering and construction, fully aligned under one coordinated delivery.
Tomas Construction Services Inc. — based in Oakville, ON. Full construction services from foundations to finishes.
Visit Tomas ConstructionDesign-Build Services Across Ontario
MAY Engineering provides complete design-build services to clients across Ontario — including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Kitchener, London, Ottawa, Barrie, Oshawa, Windsor, and all surrounding areas. From residential additions to full commercial build-outs, our concept-to-completion design-build model delivers projects faster with less risk and better outcomes.
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Start Your Design-Build Project Today
One conversation starts everything. Tell us about your project and we'll outline how design-build can deliver it faster, with less risk.