Working With Us

Copperbelt Engineering Ltd. is committed to delivering practical, northern-focused civil engineering and surveying services. We partner with communities, municipalities, Self-Governing First Nations, and private clients to deliver functional, durable infrastructure designed for northern climates and governance environments.

We work closely with our clients to understand local priorities, operational needs, and project constraints. Our size allows us to remain responsive and accessible, while our experience ensures projects are delivered with confidence, clarity, and technical integrity.

Whether supporting municipal infrastructure, community projects, or private development, our focus remains the same: practical engineering solutions that perform in northern conditions

Who We Are

Copperbelt Engineering Ltd. (est. 2021) is a Whitehorse-based civil engineering firm providing planning, design, surveying, contract administration and construction management services for community, municipal, and private-sector infrastructure projects across Yukon and northern British Columbia.

Our work is grounded in a practical understanding of northern environments, community priorities, and regulatory frameworks. We support communities, Self-Governing First Nations, municipalities, and private clients with engineering solutions that are functional, durable, and tailored to local conditions.

Our team brings hands-on experience working in northern environments, coordinating with municipalities, First Nations governments, regulators, and contractors to deliver efficient, buildable infrastructure solutions.

Copperbelt Engineering operates under Engineers Yukon Permit to Practice PP770 and Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia Permit to Practice 1004665

Our Approach

As a locally based firm, we emphasize direct access to senior professionals, clear communication, and responsive service throughout every phase of a project — from early planning through construction close-out.

Our approach is hands-on and collaborative. Senior engineers are directly involved in project delivery, allowing us to respond quickly, manage risk effectively, and deliver solutions that reflect both technical requirements and on-the-ground realities. We apply the same professional standards, quality controls, and technical rigor expected on large public-sector projects, while maintaining the accessibility and flexibility of a small firm.

Leadership

Michael Dartnell | President

Michael is a Limited License Engineer (L.L..Eng.) and a Professional License Engineer (P.L.Eng.) who brings over 26 years of experience in civil engineering and surveying across Alberta, British Columbia, and the Yukon. His experience spans the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, tendering, construction support, and project close-out.

Michael has led and contributed to a wide range of projects, including municipal infrastructure systems, community development projects, roadway and active transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, and institutional and commercial developments. His work emphasizes constructibility, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with clients, contractors, and approving authorities — particularly within northern and remote environments

Limited License Engineer (L.L.Eng.) | Engineers Yukon
Professional License Engineer (P.L.Eng.) | Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia

Kordel Parkkari | Vice President

Kordel Parkkari is an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) registered with Engineers Yukon and has over 10 years of experience in civil engineering and surveying. His experience includes roadway and utility design, land development, surveying, construction layout, and project coordination.

Kordel brings strong technical capability combined with field experience, supporting design development and construction-phase services for municipal, community, and private-sector infrastructure projects. His work reflects a practical understanding of constructibility, site conditions, and coordination between design and construction teams

Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) | Engineers Yukon