John D. Barton, C.E.T.

Vice President and Senior Draftsperson
jbarton@jgcooke.com

In 1983 John Barton graduated with honours from Algonquin College, obtaining a Diploma in Architectural Technology. During 1989 he continued his studies by completing an AutoCAD course at Algonquin College.

Upon graduation from Algonquin, John joined Garwood Stovicek Leclair Inc. in Ottawa. During the subsequent 7 years he advanced from Junior Draftsman to Senior Project Draftsman. His duties included preparation and co-ordination of structural drawings for commercial and residential projects and administration of the drafting team. In addition to site inspections other duties included detailing and production of shop drawings.

In November, 1989 John Barton joined Anrep Associates Limited as Senior Project Draftsman. He was involved with the production and co-ordination of structural drawings for commercial, residential and institutional projects. His prime responsibilities were related to Computer Aided Drafting operations and management of the drafting staff in each of the disciplines at Anrep.

In September 1992, he became a Partner and Vice President of the newly incorporated company John G. Cooke & Associates Ltd. He is the Chief Draftsman in the firm. His responsibilities include management of the AutoCAD systems and production of drawings. John Barton directs projects and takes professional responsibility on behalf of the firm. He has extensive experience with a wide range of project sizes and complexity and brings invaluable problem solving techniques to each challenge he meets.

John is currently involved with several on-going projects, including Renovation and seismic upgrade of the West Block at Parliament Hill, Retro-fit of the Bank of Montreal on Wellington, and several projects within the Government Conference Centre.

In addition to his technical contributions to the company, John is also involved in many of the administrative functions. He is the main liaison for corporate banking, accounting, IT and the insurance requirements.

John is also the chief security officer for the firm, in charge of applying for and maintaining various security clearances for the company and staff, corresponding with PWGSC, NCC and RCMP officials.


PROJECTS:

Westin Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario (2006-2009):
Lobby & Restaurant Retro-fit: John was the lead draftsperson for the creation of a two storey space, which involved the partial demolition of the existing reinforced concrete second floor slab of the 24 storey hotel, construction of a new steel bridge over the existing enlarged floor opening, demolition of the existing exterior precast panels and providing a two storey curtain wall on the front of hotel. Additionally, a new 3 storey (37’) fire place hung from existing 4th floor structure was constructed.
4th Floor Addition: John was the lead draftsperson on this project, which involved the creation of an 11,000 sq.ft. Conference Centre by construction of a one storey addition with structural steel framing on the existing reinforced concrete 3rd floor terrace slab. The project involved the raising of the existing 4th floor, floor infill of the existing skylight opening, major reinforcement of the existing reinforced concrete structure on 3rd floor, modification of the existing precast façade.

Richardson Hall, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario
(2006-2008):
Complete renovation of a Heritage Building, in the centre of the Queen’s University campus. Removal of existing roof structure beyond existing penthouse and reconstruction with new large mechanical penthouse. Removal of masonry walls down to level of third floor windows, including repair of existing perimeter steel beams. Removal of deteriorated interior floor slabs and replacement, incorporating new floor layout, elevator, and stair shafts. Miscellaneous structural repairs and modifications to existing floor slabs, beams, foundation walls, new steel lintels, etc. Removal and rebuilding of bay window with new steel framing.

Hazeldean Mall Expansion, Ottawa, Ontario
(2005):
Major interior and exterior renovation of the existing one storey building complex, which involved major revision to the roof structure along corridors to allow installation of the skylights, reinforcement of existing columns and footing inside mall, removal of concrete block walls, existing floor etc. The renovation was completed with continuous mall occupancy.

SNC Lavalin Profac Various Projects
(2005-present):
Repairs and restoration to wall envelope, window repairs, stair and sidewalk repair, parking lot re-paving to several Government Facilities including: Tunneys Pasture, RCMP Complex and The OTC Building.

EDUCATION:
Diploma in Architectural Technology, Algonquin College, Ottawa, 1983

ASSOCIATIONS:
Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists


















































Westin Hotel, Ottawa







Richardson Hall, Kingston





Hazeldean Mall, Ottawa