LAND. WATER. People.VANCOUvER ISLAND’S Civil Engineering PARTNER.
Islander Engineering is a Vancouver Island–based civil engineering firm offering services in civil engineering, missing middle housing, survey services, municipal infrastructure, project management, and land development. We emphasize sustainable design and a turnkey approach, guiding projects from initial feasibility through to construction with a focus on environmental responsibility.
our partners
Project Spotlights
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Central Block | Abstract Developments
Services: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Services, Hydrovac and Geoscan, Sewer impact Assessment, New Storm and Sanitary Path and Uganda Pump Station Analysis
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Highstreet Ventures | City Gate
Services: Construction Drawings, Development of Site Servicing Plan, Preliminary and Conceptual Design, Land due diligence, Site Reviews and Quality Control
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Formwell Homes, Woodrow
Services: Design Development, Schematic Design, Construction Services, Construction Documentation
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Patriot Homes | 871 and 851 Jasmine
Services: Site Servicing Design for Subdivsion.
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Missing Middle: Contempo Developments | 3820 Epsom
Services: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Services, Survey Services
collaborative Civil Engineering services
Whether you are planning a residential subdivision, cultural institution, commercial development, municipal infrastructure upgrade, or mixed-use project, our civil engineers work closely with property owners, developers, municipalities, architects, planners, and contractors to move projects efficiently from concept to completion.
CIVIL engineering
We respond quickly and accurately to help clients maximize development opportunities while identifying risks through careful analysis, planning, and technical expertise.
Missing Middle Housing
We help clients navigate BC’s evolving Missing Middle Housing regulations, creating opportunities for houseplexes, corner townhouses, and heritage-conserving infill housing in Traditional Residential areas..
Engineering Survey Services
We provide accurate, reliable survey solutions to support land development and infrastructure projects, helping clients understand their site and make informed decisions throughout the project.
municipal infrastructure
Our team provides engineering design, project management, and contract administration for water, sewer, and storm drain infrastructure projects serving municipalities and large developments across Southern Vancouver Island.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Our certified Project Management Professionals provide experienced oversight for planning, municipal infrastructure, and land development projects throughout Vancouver Island, neighbouring islands, and the mainland.
LAND DEVELOPMENT
We guide projects through rezoning, development permits, preliminary layout approvals, design, and construction, creating strategic lot layouts that maximize yields while respecting environmental and sustainability goals.
client perspectives
"Responsive, practical, and collaborative — Islander brings a hands-on approach and understands the realities of land development, helping move projects forward from design through construction." > MORE
Eric Delorme, Senior Development Manager, Highstreet Ventures Inc.
"Working with Josh and the team at Islander has been a really positive experience. They are creative thinkers, strong problem solvers, and they genuinely want to help. When something comes up, they do not just identify the issue and hand it back. They get involved, think it through, and work with the team to find a practical way forward." > MORE
Daniel Serpa, Abstract, Construction Manager, Construction Science 
"Josh and his entire team have been fantastic to work with — extremely responsive, fair, and they've always met the timelines they promised." > MORE
Greg Burke, Pemberton Homes
"Islander combines strong technical expertise with a genuine, people-oriented approach — responsive, easy to work with, and great at explaining complex issues clearly." > MORE
Melanie Wilson, Architect AIBC, Fold Architects
"Professional, capable, and solutions-oriented. Islander communicates well, responds quickly, and works alongside our team to navigate challenges as they arise." > MORE
Chris Lynn, GM, Salish Soils, Sechelt, BCOUR TEAM PROVIDES technical expertise, practical experience & local knowledge.
we deliver engineering solutions that meet regulatory requirements while supporting sustainable, cost-effective development. “Learning with humility, creating spaces of belonging, and practicing care for land, water, and people.”
learning. belonging. Care.
what You can expect with
Every Service
These values are not static. The ways we practice and hold ourselves accountable to them evolve as we continue to receive teachings — from colleagues, from communities, and from the First Peoples whose knowledge has sustained these lands across generations and Nations.
01 - learning
Learning reminds us to stay curious and open, guided by the wisdom of those who came before us and by the innovations we create together.
02 - belonging
Belonging calls us to foster relationships rooted in respect, where every person and every community feels connected and valued.
03 - care
Care anchors us in responsibility — to our professional rigor, to our clients, to each other, to the lands and waters we serve, and to future generations.