The HIDI Group is a full service Mechanical, Electrical, Lighting, Communications, Security, Commissioning, Energy and Risk & Resilience consultancy. Est. 1975

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Andrew Hidi is the current Chief Executive Officer at [HIDI](/org/hidi). Prior to this, they worked as a Fire Protection System Designer at General Sprinklers Inc from April 2016 to February 2018. In this role, they were responsible for performing equipment selections and system design for Fire Protection Systems, as well as designing fire protection sprinkler systems using AutoCAD with accordance to NFPA13 and OBC. Andrew also supported project managers and design managers by preparing and delivering submittal packages and ensuring that scopes, budgets, and schedules were met. In addition, they redesigned sprinkler systems from existing systems already in place and created and edited CAD drawings of riser schematic diagrams & sprinkler plans. Andrew also performed hydraulic calculations with pressure restraints using software to ensure that the sprinkler systems would not fail. Lastly, they communicated with clients and general contractors to answer technical questions and to coordinate interferences with other trades.

Ahmad Shakil - Managing Principal, Middle East, Chris Saunders - Managing Principal, Western Canada, and Derek Richardson - Associate report to Andrew Hidi.

Andrew Hidi

Shelly Roebuck-Joseph is the Chief Financial Officer at [HIDI](/org/hidi). Shelly has over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance. Shelly began their career as a business manager/controller at HOK in 1997. Shelly was promoted to VP & Director, Accounting & Finance in 2005 and held that position until they left the company in 2010.

Shelly Roebuck-Joseph has a BSc (Hons) from University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus. Shelly is also certified from Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) in CPA, CGA.

They are on a team with David Sinclair - Managing Principal, Toronto, Derek Richardson - Associate, and Dario Di Carlo - Electrical Principal & Chief Strategy Officer. Shelly Roebuck-Joseph reports to Andrew Hidi, Chief Executive Officer.

Shelly Roebuck-Joseph

Chris Saunders is the managing principal of [HIDI](/org/hidi)'s Western Canada division. Chris has over 20 years of experience in the mechanical engineering industry. 

Saunders started their career at MPE Engineering Ltd. in December 1996 as a mechanical project engineer. Chris then moved to Reid Crowther and Partners Limited in June 1998, where they held the same position. In June 2001, Saunders joined Earthtech as the mechanical group lead. Chris remained with Earthtech until February 2007. 

Saunders has been with [HIDI](/org/hidi) since 2007. In their current role, they are responsible for leading [HIDI](/org/hidi)'s team of engineers and technicians in Western Canada.

Chris Saunders completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from the Royal Military College of Canada/Collège militaire royal du Canada.

Their manager is Andrew Hidi, Chief Executive Officer. They are on a team with Ahmad Shakil - Managing Principal, Middle East, Oga Orlic - Corporate Accounting Manager, Associate, and John Ferguson - Design Principal.

Chris Saunders

David Sinclair is the managing principal of [HIDI](/org/hidi) Toronto. David has over 25 years of experience in the construction industry and has been with [HIDI](/org/hidi) since 2006. Prior to joining [HIDI](/org/hidi), David was an associate at Crossey Engineering Ltd.

David Sinclair has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from [Western University](/org/western-university). David is a Building Commissioning Professional Certification (BCxP) from ASHRAE, a Consulting Engineer from Professional Engineers Ontario, and a LEED Accredited Professional from the Canada Green Building Council - CaGBC. David is also a P.Eng from Professional Engineers Ontario.

They work with Frankie Tarascio - Associate, Oga Orlic - Corporate Accounting Manager, Associate, and Jason Prolas - Associate. Their manager is Andrew Hidi, Chief Executive Officer.

David Sinclair

Oga is an Associate and Manager of Corporate Accounting at The HIDI Group. Graduating with a Masters in Merchant Banking and a Bachelor of Economics, with over 15 years of experience in various roles within Finance, Accounting and Financial Services fields: Lead Project Cost Controller (Mining Industry) Senior Manager (Defined Benefits), Financial Analyst (Mergers & Acquisitions). In addition has worked in various national and international markets including Canada, United States and Italy. Oga joined the firm in September of 2014.

Oga Orlic

Karl brings 20 years of experience in the professional audiovisual industry designing, project managing, commissioning, and servicing audio visual systems in eastern Ontario. Joining the Communications & AV team in 2020, he adds extensive and hands on knowledge of audio, video, presentation, communication and information systems that span multiple market sectors including educational, performing arts, houses of worship, and sports arenas.

Fueled by strong project management techniques, Karl has proven success with alternative procurement methods including design build, construction management, gross maximum price, and public private partnerships (P3). A focus on needs analysis, detailed design, budget, and schedule, allow Karl to specify the best technology for your projects, delivering intuitive, cost effective, and future focused systems. He has over 20 years experience in software programming of Control Systems, AV routing devices and audio Digital Signal Processors (DSP’s). Educated at the Harris Institute in audio engineering and recording arts, together with career expertise covering design, sales, and project management, Karl combines the media arts with innovation and technology to create refreshing and fun audiovisual system designs.

Karl Hergert

Derek is an Associate with over 20 years of experience in management, consulting, the design of building infrastructure, and the deployment of IP-based networks. He has extensive knowledge in LAN, structured wiring design, VOIP Unified Communications, IP Security, Wi-Fi, and AV Presentation Technology.

Derek Richardson

Jason is an Associate at The HIDI Group. He graduated from the University of Waterloo’s Bachelor of Applied Science Honors program in 2013. Jason has contributed on a number of diverse projects such as the Atomic Energy of Canada Data Centre upgrade, Pan Am Aquatics Centre and several Rogers’ projects.

Jason Prolas

Effie graduated from the University of Calgary in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. She has accumulated diverse design experience in the areas of life safety, lighting and lighting control, power distribution and management, network communications and security systems. Effie has managed the design and construction of a variety of projects including commercial high rise buildings, commercial offices, data centers, retail, health care facilities and fitness centers. She shows great enthusiasm for the overall design, practicality and aesthetic of a project and adores area of lighting design.

Effie Stamatis

Frankie is an Associate in The HIDI Group’s mechanical base building department. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Engineering from Queen’s University and has since developed a passion for sustainable design and high-performance building design, control, and operation. He has established an aptitude for managing client needs and driving project success. At The HIDI Group, Frankie has worked on the detailed mechanical design of commercial, residential, and mission-critical facilities. In 2020, Frankie received his Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD) designation.

Frankie Tarascio

Jamie Hidi

John Ferguson is a Design Principal at [HIDI](/org/hidi). John has over 20 years of experience in the field of architecture and has taught at the [University of Waterloo](/org/university-of-waterloo) and The ECE Group Limited. John has also been a founding partner at Spider Engineering Limited and [Bell Canada](/org/bell-canada).

John Ferguson has a Master of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the [University of Waterloo](/org/university-of-waterloo), as well as a Bachelor of Applied Science in the same field from the same school.

Their manager is Andrew Hidi, Chief Executive Officer. They work with Shelly Roebuck-Joseph - Chief Financial Officer, Effie Stamatis - Associate, and David Sinclair - Managing Principal, Toronto.

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