Ecometrix has joined Egis, a global leader in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations, and mobility services. It marks the next stage of meaningful growth for Ecometrix, providing the business with financial, operational, and management resources to grow, as well as more opportunities around the globe.
To mark the occasion, we sat down with Bruce Rodgers, Senior Consultant and former CEO, and Elizabeth Haack, Director of Environment, to discuss the story behind Ecometrix, its growing team of experts, and why the future with Egis looks so bright.
Elizabeth Haack, Director of Environment
Bruce Rodgers, Senior Consultant and former CEO
What’s the story behind the founding of Ecometrix? Why was it started and what was the driving force behind it?
BRUCE: Ecometrix started in 2004 with 14 professionals who shared a common purpose; to help our clients, solve their greatest challenges, and make a difference in the environmental field. Together, we brought deep technical expertise in a range of disciplines relevant to our client needs. Our greatest strength came through combining this depth of knowledge to achieve the desired outcomes.
Environmental Intelligence is a vital part of how Ecometrix helps its clients solve their environmental challenges. How has this approach impacted the company’s growth?
BRUCE: Environmental Intelligence is our way of describing our purpose. It involves four main components – Thought, Application, Solution, and Communication.
Where most consultants focus on Application and Solution, we realize Thought and Communication are the critical factors required for success. A project’s success depends on how we apply all of those principles, not just one. The perfect “Application” is meaningless if the project was not fully “Thought” through, and most projects get derailed because of poor “Communication” even if they have the perfect “Solution”.
A successful outcome leads to strong client relationships, which leads to new opportunities, which leads to further growth.
Ecometrix has built an impressive team of experts spanning a range of specializations. How would you describe that team?
BRUCE: One of our core principles is to hire the most talented and passionate individuals we can find—and that’s exactly the team we’ve built. They’re highly qualified, deeply experienced professionals who genuinely care about their work.
Even a casual lunchroom conversation is engaging, with topics ranging from emerging technologies and intriguing technical challenges to recent publications or weekend adventures. No matter the subject, the discussions are always insightful and inspiring.
When asked why they continue to work with us, our clients consistently highlight three things: we understand their needs, we listen to their concerns, and we deliver solutions that help them succeed.
What attracts employees to Ecometrix?
BRUCE: People seek opportunities to grow and thrive as professionals in their career. We provide those opportunities. With exceptional clients offering engaging assignments and a team of passionate professionals to collaborate with, we create an environment where growth is inevitable. What more does a passionate professional need?
Why is Egis the right choice as a partner to continue the company’s growth?
BRUCE: Egis is an ambitious company with a strong commitment to growth in Canada and within the environmental sector. Their strategy emphasizes technical expertise and excellence in engineering and science as essential to their growth strategy—values that align perfectly with ours.
Egis also places people first and fosters creativity. On these points, we are equally aligned. We champion professional growth and development, and cultivate a culture rooted in innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
What are the similarities between the way Egis and Ecometrix work?
ELIZABETH: There are several, and that’s what makes the fit so seamless. We’re both committed to delivering exceptional quality and innovative work for clients. We take time to truly understand their challenges and lean on the strength of our experts and our people-centric cultures to find the right solution.
Joining Egis means integration with their diverse team of environmental scientists and engineers in Canada. This allows us to expand on the services we can provide.
Joining Egis gives us access to the existing Egis environmental team in Canada, which is only going to allow us to expand on the services we can provide.
Why do clients choose to work with Ecometrix?
BRUCE: We build strong, lasting relationships with our clients—many of which span decades. Every relationship is grounded in mutual trust and respect.
When asked why they continue to work with us, our clients consistently highlight three things: we understand their needs, we listen to their concerns, and we deliver solutions that help them succeed.
What can clients expect in the future?
ELIZABETH: The same use of our Environmental Intelligence methodology and the TASC process, as Bruce mentioned earlier.
We’ll also provide ongoing updates and information on how we can expand our relationships with them and continue to work to attract top talent that will enable us to provide unique solutions to their most complex environmental challenges.
Will clients notice a difference in how Ecometrix works with them?
ELIZABETH: Clients will continue working with the same people they have been working with in the past. Joining Egis gives us access to the existing Egis environmental team in Canada, which is only going to allow us to expand on the services we can provide.
What is it about joining forces with Egis that excites you most?
ELIZABETH: Egis is a top player in the market. The team there is highly professional in the work they do and the fact they are involved in significant environmental activities around the globe is really exciting. It’s a great fit for Ecometrix and we can’t wait for what’s next.
Read the full announcement
For more on our joining forces with Egis, you can read the full announcement here.
