Mercedes Byers
B.Sc., LEED AP BD+C & ID+C, Fitwel Ambassador, RHFAC Professional
Executive Vice President
Mercedes is a founding principal of Pratus Group and a recognized leader in high-performance and sustainable building design, with 17 years of experience across green building design, construction, and project delivery. She provides strategic leadership and expert advisory services for complex, high-performance building projects, guiding clients and project teams in the integration of sustainable design best practices and innovative performance-driven solutions.
Mercedes supports clients in achieving a broad range of sustainability and performance outcomes, including industry leading green building certifications, net zero carbon, and embodied carbon objectives. She also leads and contributes to climate resilience studies and risk assessments, helping clients understand climate-related vulnerabilities and integrate adaptation strategies that enhance long-term asset performance and durability.
Known for her collaborative and people-centred leadership style, Mercedes excels at facilitating meaningful dialogue, alignment, and consensus across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring project goals are delivered with technical rigor, clarity, and a high standard of service excellence.
In addition, Mercedes is a Rick Hansen Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) Professional, with verified competency to conduct RHFAC ratings within the built environment. She brings deep expertise in Universal Design principles and accessibility standards, enabling inclusive, resilient, and high-performing environments that prioritize both occupant experience and long-term value.
