Element5
Kevin Rocchi is a highly experienced engineering professional with a specialization in mass timber structures. Currently serving as the Director of Engineering at Element5 since November 2021, Kevin oversees a team responsible for transforming design concepts into detailed approval drawings for 3D modeling and fabrication of Glulam and CLT products. Previously, Kevin held various roles, including Structural Engineer at Witzel Dyce Engineering Inc., where expertise in designing structural components according to Canadian and US standards was applied. Earlier experiences include technical support work at the Canadian Wood Council, teaching and research assistant roles at the University of Ottawa, and hands-on engineering experience in project management and fieldwork. Kevin holds a Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Structural) and a Bachelor's degree in the same field, both from the University of Ottawa.
Element5
Element5 is a mass timber manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication and assembly of contemporary timber structures. We work with solid wood, the world’s most flexible and only renewable building resource. Our products are: CLT, Glulam, CLIPs and nanoCLT. Element5 is unlike any other mass timber firm in the sector. We are a focused and dedicated team of designers, craftspeople and assembly experts. We serve a community of forward-thinking architects, owners, developers, and general contractors by providing timber construction cost consulting, design consulting, engineering, fabrication and assembly services. Our integrated customer-oriented approach ensures the delivery of high precision timber structures. Founded in 2015, with offices in Toronto and a manufacturing plant in St. Thomas, Element5 are innovators in the mass timber construction revolution. We view timber as the essential building material of the 21st century and strive to make a positive contribution to communities, the environment and future generations. Follow our page for engaging insight to the brave new world of mass timber buildings.