“Strive for excellence to the glory of God”
WHO WE ARE
Trustworthy
Industrious
Professional
Purposeful
Respectful
OUR COMMITTMENT
We provide exceptional service to our clients, adhering steadfastly to the excellent standards we have in place. We strive for continual growth and learning, to mentor our staff and collaborate to work together to strengthen the core principles of teamwork, dedication and innovation which have underpinned our successful 35-year legacy.
Good communication is paramount in strengthening our team
Prioritize respect for our partners; we lose effectiveness if we don’t listen to each other
Development of our staff is extremely important for optimum creativity and productivity
Training and mentoring the next leaders is important for the future of our company
Positioning our staff to be the best they can be with their individual skillsets
Humility is crucial; it creates a safe, teachable environment where we can all thrive
WHAT WE DO
WHERE IT STARTED
The culture of our company has been fostered by Rick’s leadership over the years, of guided independence and accountability within his team. He empowers staff to take ownership of their work while providing mentorship, technical guidance and oversight to ensure project quality and professional growth. This leadership style promotes a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to develop solutions, take initiatives and uphold the firm’s standard of excellence.
Richard C. Spencer, M.A.Sc., P.Eng., P.E.
Consulting Engineer
President
(519) 946-1122 ext. 1133, rcspencer@rcspencer.ca
Richard is President of RC Spencer Associates Inc. He graduated in 1977 from the University of Windsor with a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering, is a Consulting Engineer and licensed in the Province of Ontario and the States of Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Texas. He brings with him over 40 years of experience in engineering design and project management to provide leadership to the Company. RC Spencer Associates Inc. resulted from the 2009 reorganization of the Civil Division of HGS Limited, of which Mr. Spencer was Principal.
Stephen E. Jahns, B.A.Sc., P.Eng., CET
Consulting Engineer
Associate / Chatham-Kent Office Manager
(519) 365-9212 ext. 1151, sjahns@rcspencer.ca
Stephen joined RC Spencer Associates in 2016. As a graduate of the University of Windsor's Faculty of Engineering, Stephen possesses a Bachelor of Applied Science - Honours Civil Engineering and over twenty-five years of progressive experience in both private sector consulting and public sector government infrastructure and engineering administration. From 2003 to 2014, Stephen was a member of the Senior Management Team at the Corporation of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, acting as Manager of Infrastructure and Transportation.
Aaron D. Blata, M.Eng., P.Eng., PTOE, RSP1
Consulting Engineer
Associate / Professional Traffic Operations Engineer / Leamington Office Manager
(519) 324-0606 ext. 1141, ablata@rcspencer.ca
Aaron joined RC Spencer Associates Inc. in 2013 and became an Associate in 2020. He graduated in 2017 from the University of Windsor with a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering, is a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer, and is licensed to practice in the Province of Ontario. He is also certified as a Road Safety Professional (Level 1). He is principally relied upon for his technical traffic engineering skillset.
Ahmed A. Hef, C.E.T.
Associate / Project Manager / Supervisor of Inspection Services
(519) 946-1122 ext. 1132, ahef@rcspencer.ca
Ahmed joined RC Spencer Associates Inc. in 2006 and became an Associate in 2020. He graduated from St. Clair College with a Civil Engineering Technology degree. Ahmed is responsible for all topographic survey and inspection services. He has been involved in several major infrastructure improvement projects, in planning, design and construction inspection capacities.
Marvel M. Hormiz, B.A.Sc., P.Eng.
Associate / Greenhouse Development and Drainage Specialist
(519) 946-1122 ext. 1128, mhormiz@rcspencer.ca
Marvel joined RC Spencer Associates Inc. in 2014 as a student from the University of Windsor, and after graduating in 2015, joined the firm full time. Mr. Hormiz has been involved in numerous projects including land development, storm water management, greenhouse development, bridge design, and a heavy emphasis on municipal drainage. Mr. Hormiz’s responsibilities to date have involved design, tender preparation, project management and drainage engineering report preparation.
Shane M. Lafontaine, B.A. Sc., M.Eng., P.Eng
Associate / Project Manager
(519) 946-1122 ext. 1133, slafontaine@rcspencer.ca
Shane joined RC Spencer Associates Inc. in 2010 as a student from the University of Windsor, and after graduating in 2013, joined the firm full time. Mr. Lafontaine has been involved in many major infrastructure improvement and stormwater management projects; his responsibilities to date have involved design, public consultation, project management, contract preparation, and payment certification.
Richard C. Spencer, M.A.Sc., P.Eng., P.E.
Consulting Engineer, President
rcspencer@rcspencer.ca
(519) 946-1122 ext. 1133
Aaron Blata, M.Eng., P.Eng., PTOE, RSP1
Consulting Engineer/ Manager, Leamington Office / Associate
ablata@rcspencer.ca
(519) 324-0606
Stephen Jahns, B.A.Sc., P.Eng., CET
Consulting Engineer / Manager, Chatham-Kent Office / Associate
sjahns@rcspencer.ca
(519) 365-9212