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A keen focus on project management

Professional Engineers specializing in MEP, Fire Protection, and Commissioning

While many firms in the industry use the standard "MEP" acronym, which stands for Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing engineers, at CES we often refer to ourselves as PMEs, Project Management Engineers, because our technical engineering is inseparable from the management and coordination of the project lifecycle.

Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing

MEP is a focused engineering discipline specializing in Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical (Power/Lighting), Plumbing (water, gas, waste systems), with an emphasis on integrating energy conservation and practical maintenance into complex institutional and commercial infrastructure.

Fire Protection

Fire Protection Engineering is the specialized discipline of engineering focused on protecting people, property, and the environment from the destructive effects of fire and smoke.

Commissioning

Commissioning is the systematic process of verifying that a building’s complex systems are designed, installed, and calibrated to perform according to the owner’s operational requirements.

Conservation

Energy conservation and sustainability is the heartbeat of our firm.

Cost Control

Efficiency is a financial imperative.

Quality Assurance

Minimal to zero change orders.

Customer Service

Built on referrals, not promotion.

What does an MEP engineering firm do?

An MEP engineering firm provides integrated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) design services. This includes HVAC systems, power distribution, lighting design, and domestic water systems.

Why should I hire local for MEP, Commissioning, or Fire Protection Engineering for my next project?

Local MEP or fire protection engineers not only understand the specific regulatory environment of state they operate in, but they also have the requisite licensure. They often have established relationships with local code officials and deep knowledge of State Building Codes, which help streamline the permitting process and ensure regional climate-specific design efficiency.

Does CES offer LEED and sustainable design consulting?

Absolutely. We specialize in high-performance building systems, including geothermal, VRF systems, and energy recovery.

In fact, CES served as the MEP engineer for the very first LEED Gold Certified school in the country, Third Creek Elementary in Statesville, North Carolina!

Since then, we've helped dozens of clients achieve LEED certification and meet North Carolina's evolving energy efficiency standards.

Is CES experienced with North Carolina State Construction Office (SCO) requirements?

Yes. Projects funded by the State of North Carolina (such as UNC System universities or state government buildings) must adhere to the SCO Manual. This involves specific submission phases (30%, 60%, 100%), rigorous Interdisciplinary Documents Coordination (IDC), and specific commissioning checklists that differ from private-sector projects.

What is Commissioning (Cx)?

Commissioning (Cx) is a quality-driven process where new building systems are systematically ensured to operate per the owner's functional requirements. Building systems include HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and security. Commissioning is the process of systematically ensuring that building systems are designed, installed, tested and operated to meet the owner's requirements.

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