.png)
The demand for faster and more efficient housing development in Canada has created a need for innovative systems. Prefabricated precast concrete construction offers a practical solution that can shorten construction timelines by 20–50%. In addition to accelerating project delivery, prefabrication improves quality control, minimizes material waste, enhances site safety, and enables year-round construction independent of weather conditions.This session will present lessons learned from a 16-storey precast concrete building project in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Key topics will include the evolution of the design concept, structural and connection detailing, manufacturing considerations, transportation logistics, and installation sequencing.In addition, the session will highlight the sustainability benefits of precast concrete systems through findings from recently published life cycle assessment (LCA) studies on precast building solutions. Attendees will gain insight into how modern precast concrete systems can support accelerated project delivery while contributing to improved construction efficiency, reduced waste, and lower environmental impacts.
Marco has an honours degree in Building Science and specializes in construction contracts and concrete technology. He has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry, having worked for some of the largest companies in Canada in both consulting and general contracting. His experience includes working at a senior level on major infrastructure projects in Canada including the Site C Dam, the Gordie Howe Bridge, the Surrey Langley Skytrain, QEII Halifax Hospital and the Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital, among others. He is currently the Business Development representative for the Canadian Precast Concrete Institute representing more than 75 companies.
The demand for faster and more efficient housing development in Canada has created a need for innovative systems. Prefabricated precast concrete construction offers a practical solution that can shorten construction timelines by 20–50%. In addition to accelerating project delivery, prefabrication improves quality control, minimizes material waste, enhances site safety, and enables year-round construction independent of weather conditions.This session will present lessons learned from a 16-storey precast concrete building project in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Key topics will include the evolution of the design concept, structural and connection detailing, manufacturing considerations, transportation logistics, and installation sequencing.In addition, the session will highlight the sustainability benefits of precast concrete systems through findings from recently published life cycle assessment (LCA) studies on precast building solutions. Attendees will gain insight into how modern precast concrete systems can support accelerated project delivery while contributing to improved construction efficiency, reduced waste, and lower environmental impacts.
