For all your Land surveying needs in Calgary, Airdrie, Okotoks and the surrounding areas
Our Service
We specialize in complete surveying services for the residential, commercial and land development sectors. The capable and hard working team at Lovse Surveys Ltd has the skill and experience to meet all of your surveying needs.
Full Builder Services
We at Lovse Surveys are constantly assessing and improving our systems and procedures in order to provide our clients with the cost-effective, accurate, and timely solutions expected by home builders large and small. We are able to provide you everything from Plot Plan, Stakeout, Real Property Report, pre-grade, rough grade, Final grade Certificate and even Compliance service.
Land Development
We have the experience and expertise to handle all land development surveys, from a single lot subdivision to full multi phase subdivisions.
Condominium Plans
We have produced plans for many condominiums, from single units to multistory towers such as The Guardian, the tallest residential development in Calgary.
Real Property Report Compliance RPR
Are you a busy real estate agent or home-owner? We can help you make the most of your valuable time by delivering your Real Property Report to the City of Calgary for the required stamp of compliance.
Quick Turn Around Time
We strive to provide all of our clients with fast, efficient service. If your project has a tight deadline, we will do the utmost to meet your needs.
Knowledgeable and Creative Ideas
Are you beginning a project such as a subdivision, a new home construction, or even the sale of your existing home? Our team would be happy to provide any professional advice or guidance that you might require.
Excellent Customer Service
We are committed to providing all of our customers with fast, friendly, and knowledgeable customer service.
Professional and Licensed Team
We have two Licensed Alberta Land surveyors, Professional Engineers, and many surveying/engineering technologists on staff.
Safety
Our safety program maintains a Certificate of Recognition from the Alberta Construction Safety Association. All staff members are trained in WHMIS and/or First Aid.
Our Portfolio
Below are just a few of the types of Jobs we can do for you or your company.
The Management Team
We have a great team at Lovse Surveys with many different skill sets. You can be assured that we have the right people to match with your job requirements. Below you will find our management
Desmond R Shaw, P.ENG (NP).,A.L.S. B.Sc. Geomatics Engineering
Land Surveys Manager
Des is our Land Surveys Manager,
He is an Alberta Land Surveyor and a Professional Engineer with his B.Sc. in Geomatics Engineering.
PERSONAL HISTORY
Mr. Shaw began his survey career in the early 90‘s while working in photogrammetry at Aero Geometrics Ltd.. This inspired him to pursue a Geomatics Engineering degree at the University of Calgary, graduating in 1997. Upon graduation, he spent 5 years working at Loeppky & Associates and then subsequent purchaser Stantec Geomatics. During this time, his work focus was on residential survey projects within City of Calgary and surrounding jurisdictions. Throughout his tenure with Stantec, Mr. Shaw obtained his ALS commission as well as Professional Designation with APEGA in 2001. In 2002, Mr. Shaw joined Caltech Surveys Ltd. and gained valuable experience in oilfield surveying. Mr. Shaw was a senior Project Manager, Owner, Director and Alberta Operations Manager during his 12 years with Caltech. Mr. Shaw spent 2015-2017 with Kellam Berg Engineering and Surveys Ltd. focusing on residential projects before joining Lovse in 2017.
EXPERIENCE
Mr. Shaw has managed thousands of land surveying projects affecting land development in and around The City of Calgary and oilfield surveying projects across Alberta. Responsibilities have included technical and project management relating to Subdivisions, Real Property Reports, Wellsites and Pipelines. Mr. Shaw has gained vast business experience as a past owner and director.
Thomas To, P.ENG.,A.L.S., C.L.S.
Principal
Thomas is an Alberta Land Surveyor and a Professional Engineer. He leads our team and has helped to make the company into a leading-edge survey and engineering firm. Thomas has over 35 years of experience in land surveying & engineering, mainly in the context of land development and the housing industry.
David Hill, C.S.T.
Partner - General Manager
Dave is the General Manager responsible for the day to day operations of the company. He also manages other areas such as safety, field technology, and the front office. He has been with Lovse for close to 15 years.
Jay Turnquist, C.S.T.
Partner - Field Operations
Jay is in charge of our field operations, and heads the survey division of the company. Jay has been with Lovse for almost 30 years.
Kieran McMillan, Commissioner of Oaths
Partner - Drafting & I.T. Manager
Kieran manages the drafting and I.T. departments. He heads up most of our condominium projects, and all of the company’s work in the Okotoks development of Cimmaron. Kieran has been with Lovse for over20 years.
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Lovse Surveys Ltd
Address: #2, 4750 106 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2C 3G5
Phone: 1.403.254.2010
Fax: 1.403.254.1723
Website: https://www.lovsesurveys.com
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-noon, 1pm-5pm
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