MTE Consultants, a multidisciplinary engineering firm that has proudly served communities in Southwestern Ontario for 40 years, is pleased to announce the acquisition of B.I.G. Consulting Inc. (B.I.G). This strategic move strengthens MTE’s environmental and geotechnical engineering capabilities and expands its presence in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond.
Founded by industry-recognized professionals in 2016, B.I.G. has built a strong reputation for integrated services in environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeology, and construction materials testing. Their experienced team of professional engineers and geoscientists excels at guiding clients through regulatory processes, representing them in public forums, and supporting legal counsel to drive development projects forward.
“With an expanded presence in the Greater Toronto Area and the integration of our combined resources, we will broaden our service offerings, create new opportunities for our employees, and deliver an enhanced level of service to our clients,” said Ted Rowe, CEO of MTE Consultants. “This strategic acquisition positions MTE as a leading environmental and geotechnical engineering firm in the GTA, allowing us to better serve both existing and prospective clients.”
“By integrating our environmental and geotechnical expertise with MTE’s multidisciplinary approach, we can offer a more comprehensive suite of services, addressing our clients’ evolving project needs” said Darko Strajin, Managing Partner, of B.I.G. Consulting “By joining forces, we unite teams with complementary skills, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing, ultimately creating a stronger, more versatile organization.”
This acquisition marks a significant milestone in MTE’s ongoing mission to deliver responsive service and value-added engineering solutions, further solidifying its leadership in Ontario’s engineering landscape.
B.I.G.’s managing partners Darko Strajin and Prem Manicks will continue to lead the team, with staff excited to contribute to MTE’s growth and success.
About MTE Consultants
MTE Consultants has been a trusted engineering and consulting partner in southwestern Ontario for nearly four decades. As a multidisciplinary firm, MTE provides civil, structural, environmental, and geotechnical engineering, as well as building science and surveying services. The company’s dedication to quality, collaboration, and community advancement has earned it a reputation for excellence, enabling MTE to support projects that shape and strengthen the regions in which it operates.
About B.I.G. Consulting
B.I.G. Consulting Inc. is a consulting engineering firm specializing in environmental, geotechnical, hydrogeology, and construction materials testing services. With a focus on facilitating various development projects, BIG’s professionals are skilled in regulatory negotiations, public presentations, and supporting legal counsel to advance client objectives.
For more information about this acquisition or to learn how MTE can support your next project, please contact:
Charles Finley
Chief Growth Officer | MTE Consultants