Lunch & Learn - Structural Engineering Considerations in Brownfield Old Mining Facilities

Post-event Update:

The Sudbury PEO Chapter hosted 50 people at an engaging presentation by Brian (Bud) Dzuirban, which included lunch and networking, on Structural Engineering Considerations in Brownfield Old Mining Facilities.

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PEO Sudbury Chapter - Lunch & Learn - Structural Engineering Considerations in Brownfield Old Mining Facilities

Includes presentation and lunch.

Presenter: Brian (Bud) Dzuirban, Specialist Structural Engineer, Level III Welding Inspector, Founder of Makami Engineering Group

Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 12:30pm to 2:30pm. 

Agenda:

12:30-1pm – Buffet lunch and networking

1-2pm – Presentation

2-2:30pm – Q&A and Optional Further Networking

Venue: Timberwolf Golf Club, 1930 Maley Dr, Garson, ON P3L 1M5

Summary of the Topics:

Join us for an engaging session exploring the unique structural engineering challenges and opportunities in redeveloping and maintaining brownfield mining facilities. This presentation will highlight the complex interactions between aging infrastructure, evolving safety codes, and modern design solutions. Whether you’re involved in project planning, design, operations, or engineering management, this talk will provide valuable insight into how old mining structures can be safely assessed, upgraded, and adapted for new purposes

Bud Dzuirban Bio Summary:

Brian "Bud" Dzuirban is the founding partner and specialist structural engineer at Makami Engineering Group. He is a registered professional engineer specializing in heavy industry, including mill building design and hot metal crane runway design, and other welding applications. His career began at Rowswell Engineering (later name changed to RA Engineers and Inspectors). He then worked for almost 10 years at INCO's general engineering department, performing work at all INCO sites, including Thompson and Port Colborne. In his role at INCO, he also worked across two departments in the specialist group in materials and welding. Bud is also a Level 3 visual inspector per CSA W178.2, and a Certified IIW (International Institute of Welding) Engineer.

Parking is free

• WHO: Engineers and their guests

• WHAT: lunch, presentation, networking

• WHEN: Dec 10, from 12:30-2:30 PM

• WHERE: Timberwolf Golf Club