Son Tran Consulting
Civil Engineering · Land Development

Hi, I’m Son Tran.
A civil engineer helping land development teams deliver future‑ready sites.

I support developers, architects, and planners who want projects that work for people today and still make sense for infrastructure, water, and the environment in the long term.

My focus is on practical, buildable solutions—stormwater, servicing, and grading strategies that satisfy municipal criteria while respecting each site’s context and budget.

Professional Engineering Services

Civil engineering support for land development projects that need clear, buildable solutions for stormwater, servicing, and earthworks—from early planning through detailed design and approvals.

Stormwater Management & Drainage

Design and reporting to manage runoff, reduce flooding risk, and protect downstream systems and receiving waters.

  • Stormwater management reports for planning and site plan approvals
  • Minor/major drainage system layouts and facility sizing
  • Hydrologic and hydraulic checks to support submissions

Functional Servicing & Site Servicing

Concept‑level servicing input that shows how your project connects to existing and planned municipal infrastructure.

  • Functional servicing summaries for water, sanitary, and storm
  • Servicing concepts for official plan, zoning, and site plan stages
  • Coordination of assumptions with planners and approval agencies

Grading & Site Design

Practical grading and road design that supports accessibility, drainage, and constructability across the site.

  • Concept grading for feasibility and early planning submissions
  • Road and lot grading tied to servicing and stormwater strategies
  • Refinements to respond to design changes and review comments

Cut‑and‑Fill & Earthworks Analysis

Volume checks and strategies that balance cut and fill so earthworks quantities stay realistic and manageable.

  • Preliminary cut‑and‑fill estimates from grading concepts
  • Balancing options to reduce import/export of material
  • Scenario testing to understand cost and phasing impacts

Regulatory Compliance & Negotiations

Support in navigating municipal and agency requirements so your project can move through technical review with fewer surprises.

  • Review of applicable guidelines, standards, and conditions
  • Preparation of clear, concise responses to technical comments
  • Meetings and coordination with review staff to resolve issues

Computations & Modelling

Analytical support and computer modelling for infrastructure design, capacity checks, and sensitivity testing.

  • Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations for stormwater systems
  • Pipe network and pond modelling for sizing and optimization
  • Scenario analysis to assess performance, risk, and phasing

Selected Projects

A sample of the types of land development projects I support, from early‑stage concepts to detailed design and approvals.

Residential subdivision around a central green and water feature

Residential Subdivision

Master‑planned low‑rise neighbourhood

A planned residential community organized around a shared open space and stormwater feature, with local streets, pedestrian connections, and development blocks that can be phased over time.

Mixed‑use site with residential and commercial blocks

Mixed‑Use Site

Commercial–residential mixed‑use area

A mixed‑use precinct combining residential buildings with commercial and community uses, supported by shared servicing, accessible streets, and connected public spaces.

Industrial campus with internal roads and ponds

Industrial Campus

Multi‑building employment area

An industrial employment area with multiple buildings, loading courts, internal roads, and stormwater facilities designed to support operations and future expansion.

Conceptual master plan for a new community

Master Plan

Long‑range community and servicing framework

High‑level planning support for new communities, aligning land use, transportation, grading, and servicing concepts into a coordinated master plan that can guide later phases.

Detailed site plan with grading and servicing

Site Plan

Detailed development site servicing

Site‑level design and reporting for individual developments, coordinating grading, servicing, access, and drainage to support site plan approval and construction.

Recreational park and trail with water features

Recreational Projects

Parks, trails, and waterfront amenities

Support for recreational infrastructure such as parks, trails, and waterfront spaces, with drainage and low‑impact design features that fit the landscape and user experience.

How I Work

A straightforward, three‑step approach from first conversation to issued drawings and responses to comments.

01

Initial Call

We review your site, goals, timelines, available information, and where you are in the planning and design process.

02

Scope & Fee

You receive a clear scope of work, deliverables, schedule, and fee that matches your project’s stage and priorities.

03

Design Support

I prepare drawings and supporting documents, coordinate with your team, and respond to comments from authorities as the design evolves.

About Me

A civil engineer dedicated to helping project teams create places that are livable, resilient, and well‑integrated with their surroundings.

A civil engineer working at the intersection of land, community, and the built environment. I support land development teams as they move from early concepts to practical, buildable plans.

I’m drawn to projects that balance ambition with respect for context: neighbourhoods designed for comfort, mixed‑use areas that bring daily life closer together, and employment lands that fit into their setting.

Day to day, I listen closely to client goals, translate them into clear drawings and documents, and stay responsive as designs change. My aim is to communicate simply, focus on what matters for each decision, and keep projects moving forward with confidence.

Request a Consultation

Share a quick overview of your site and where you are in the planning or design process. I will reply by email with suggested next steps and timing.

Prefer email? Contact me directly at quangsontran13@gmail.com.

What to include

A short paragraph is enough. It helps if you can mention:

  • Site location and approximate size.
  • Planning stage (concept, rezoning, site plan, detailed design, etc.).
  • Key dates or constraints (approvals, funding, phasing).
  • The main decisions or issues you want engineering input on.

I aim to respond within 1–2 business days with a suggested call time or a short follow‑up email.