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GEC Engineering in Morocco 2026

In short

GEC Engineering is a Moroccan structural design office specialized in seismic RPS 2011 compliance. May 2026 fees: reinforced concrete design (12-25 MAD/m² SHOB by complexity), structural audit (3,500-8,000 MAD/expert-day), site supervision (8,000-15,000 MAD/month villa, 25,000-60,000 MAD/month building). Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier.

Overview

GEC Engineering is a Moroccan engineering design office bringing together civil engineers, structural specialists and BTP experts. Activity covers the full project cycle: design of reinforced concrete and steel structures, calculation peer review, audits of existing buildings (pathologies, residual load capacity), site supervision (OPC), client-side assistance (AMO).

Origin
Morocco — Casablanca HQ, Rabat and Tangier branches

Specialties

  • ●RC design for villas, buildings, commercial (Eurocode 2 + RPS 2011)
  • ●Structural audits and pathology assessment (cracks, settlement, corrosion)
  • ●RPS 2011 compliance — mandatory Moroccan seismic code
  • ●OPC site supervision (Sequencing-Steering-Coordination)
  • ●Client-side assistance (AMO) during design and execution phases

Products & price ranges

ProduitCategoryPrice
Étude structure béton armé villa R+1 (200-400 m²)Design study12 - 18 DH/m² SHOB
Étude structure béton armé immeuble R+5 / R+8Design study18 - 25 DH/m² SHOB
Audit structurel d'ouvrage existant (expert sur site)Audit3.500 - 8.000 DH/jour expert
Étude conformité RPS 2011 (vérification parasismique)RPS compliance8.000 - 20.000 DH forfait
Supervision OPC chantier villa (suivi mensuel)Supervision8.000 - 15.000 DH/mois
Supervision OPC chantier immeuble (suivi mensuel)Supervision25.000 - 60.000 DH/mois
Peer review calculs structure (avis indépendant)Peer review6.000 - 18.000 DH forfait

Where to buy

GEC Engineering takes assignments via direct consultation through Casablanca HQ, Rabat and Tangier branches. Quote based on file (architect plans + brief). For villas: mandatory step before permit filing (calculation note + RC drawings signed by approved engineer). Lead time: 2-4 weeks villa, 6-12 weeks building.

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FAQ

Is a design office mandatory to build in Morocco?

Yes for any project requiring a permit: calculation note + RC drawings signed by approved engineer are required in the urban planning file (Law 12-90). Simple villa < R+2: modest office is OK (12-18 MAD/m²). Building or complex structure: established office with decennial insurance mandatory.

What is RPS 2011 and is it mandatory?

RPS 2011 (Seismic Construction Regulations) is the Moroccan mandatory code since 2013 setting seismic calculation and design rules. 4-level zoning: zone 0 (Sahara, negligible) to zone 3 (Al Hoceima, Rif, high risk). Every permit needs RPS 2011 compliance certificate. Study cost: 8,000-20,000 MAD by project size.

When to request a structural audit?

Structural audit recommended in 4 cases: buying older property (> 30 yrs), structural cracks appearing (columns, load walls), upper-floor addition project, suspected design flaw. Cost: 3,500-8,000 MAD/expert-day + report. Villa: 1-2 days visit + 1 week report (12,000-25,000 MAD total).

How to save on design office fees?

Cost-saving tips: provide complete architect file (dimensioned plans, brief) — avoids extra-billed iterations, bundle missions (design + OPC = ~15% discount), pick local office (travel saved), prefer lump-sum over hourly for clear projects. Avoid lowest bidders — risk of calculation errors. Healthy villa range: 12-18 MAD/m². Below 10: dubious quality.

Verified entry · Updated 2026-06-15 · Data sourced from manufacturer catalogs + Morocco distributors