Peter Basso is Chairman of Peter Basso Associates.  With over 58 years of experience in the construction industry, Pete has a diverse background in mechanical engineering and project management.  His extensive work portfolio includes projects in all of the basic building types, with construction budgets of up to $1 billion.

Pete believes in a “hands on” approach to project leadership and is actively involved in brainstorming, mentoring and quality assurance on a day-to-day basis.  He is deeply committed to excellence and quality in all projects the firm undertakes, and he continually strives to improve the firm’s quality processes.  Pete has an extensive background in various aspects of quality improvement and is a graduate of the Chrysler Quality Institute.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Co-Authors: Basso, Peter J. and Wisniewski, R. M. "PBA Chairman, Peter J. Basso, PE, FASHRAE, and Principal Randy M. Wisniewski share Experience/Thoughts on Peer Review – A Commissioning Fringe Benefit or More." Consulting Specifying Engineer (CSE). April 10, 2019.

Dan serves as the firm’s president and COO, setting the firm’s strategic direction and coordinating the day-to-day project activities of a large staff of mechanical and electrical engineers, designers, and CAD specialists.  Dan is an active member of the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), and has received several awards of recognition for excellence in engineering design from the ASHRAE Society and the Engineering Society of Detroit.

With a diverse background of over 35 years’ design and project management experience, Dan is well-versed in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, energy management and control systems design for a variety of project types, with special emphasis on higher education facilities.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Englehart, Dan. "10 Reasons Why You Need an MEP Engineering Firm for Your Project,"  PBA Blog, March 4, 2016.      

Contributor: Englehart, Dan. “Better design with AutoCAD MEP,”  Autodesk, 2005.

Dennis Sczomak is a senior vice president and market leader of PBA’s Higher Education Group.  He directs the activities of the various team members, including PBA’s in-house engineers, designers and CAD specialists, outside subconsultants. 

Dennis’s areas of expertise include underfloor heating and cooling system design, HVAC, plumbing and fire protection design; heating and cooling plant evaluation and design; cogeneration system feasibility investigations and studies; and detailed energy conservation studies utilizing computerized energy analysis.  Dennis has particular expertise and experience in the design of complex data centers.  

An active member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), Dennis has won numerous awards for energy efficient mechanical design, and is Past President of the Detroit Chapter, and past member of the Standing Standard Project Committee 90.1-Energy Efficient Design of New Buildings.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Sczomak, Dennis. "MEP Design Services for Dining Facilities." PBA Blog, July 12, 2016.

Author: Sczomak, Dennis. "How to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Your Building." PBA Blog, September 28, 2015.

Author: Sczomak, Dennis. “Inadequate Data Center Cooling Systems Are Heating Up the Risk of Equipment Damage.” Business Update, April, 2006.

Co-Author: Sczomak, Dennis. “Underfloor for Technology Firm.” ASHRAE Journal, 2006. 

Author: Sczomak, Dennis. “Underfloor air distribution.” Today’s Facility Manager, September, 2005.

Scott Garrison has been an Electrical Engineer in the A/E/C industry for over 30 years and heads up the Commercial and Government Buildings market sector group at Peter Basso Associates.

Scott has served in a leadership role on projects from single office upgrades to large and complex tenant infrastructure upgrades and everything in between. Recently, he led the PBA engineering team in designing and implementing a modern mechanical and electrical infrastructure for an historic high-rise office building in downtown Detroit that was in near disrepair, all while the building remained occupied. Partnering with the owner, the contractors and the construction manager was key to the success of this ambitious, difficult and fast-paced project.

Scott’s engineering and project experience is diverse and focuses on providing the right design that meets the client’s technical requirements, budget and operational needs. Scott has worked on a range of projects including large corporate headquarters, data centers, casinos, sports and entertainment venues, municipal and educational facilities. His technical experience includes complex power distribution systems, lighting and lighting controls, technology cabling infrastructure and renewable energy. His keen understanding of the client’s needs has led PBA to many successful and lasting client relationships.

George Isherwood is a vice president with PBA and is the leader of its Healthcare and Laboratory Group. Over his 35 year career, George has led many engineering projects for the Healthcare and Laboratory market sectors and is experienced in both new construction and renovation of facilities including patient towers, ambulatory care facilities, operating rooms, cardiac catheterization labs, biomedical research areas, clean rooms, humidity controlled areas, hazardous gas areas and teaching/research laboratories.

George has also led several industrial projects including metal laboratories, temperature/humidity controlled laboratories, Urethane production laboratories, Aluminum production facilities that all support the automotive industry.

As a lecturer, he has discussed laboratory design at American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (ASHRAE) conferences and has delivered presentations on the US Pharmacopoeia 797 standard regulating sterile compounding.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Contributor: Isherwood, George. "Lab, Research Facility Design." MEP Roundtable, Consulting Specifying Engineer, 2019.

Contributor: Isherwood, George. “Turning Green Designs into Reality.” PME, 2013.

Contributor: Isherwood, George. “Prescription for Hospital, Healthcare Success.” MEP Roundtable, Consulting Specifying Engineer, 2013.

Author: Isherwood, George. ASHRAE Applications Handbook, Chapter 14, 2007.

Phil Saoud, a 39-year industry veteran, is a Vice President and the Director of the firm’s Contract Administration/Commissioning Department, with a focus on new building and LEED ™ commissioning. He is a Certified Commissioning Professional through the Building Commissioning Association.

Phil’s commissioning expertise includes development of project commissioning specifications and manuals, witnessing functional testing, and the development of building owner Operation and Maintenance manuals. He serves as the liaison between the owner’s representatives and the various team members, including contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers’ representatives and any required specialty consultants, and he works to assure clear lines of communication are maintained at all times.

Phil has commissioned a variety of building types including multi-story hospital patient towers, K-12 school buildings, automotive proving ground facilities, higher education facilities, labs, office buildings and data centers.

From his early days as an Industrial Design graduate at Detroit’s College for Creative Studies to the present as design principal at Illuminart, Robert has been creating innovative lighting design solutions for over 25 years. His extraordinary range of experience informs his creative design flare, technical expertise and a collaborative spirit.

Robert has received several Edwin F. Guth Memorial Awards of Excellence for the Qatar National Convention Centre interior lighting and the Detroit McNamara airport terminal. He also received the Control Innovation Award for the Qatar National Convention Centre. He has received over 45 other individual awards of recognition, his work has been featured in a variety of industry publications including; Lighting Dimensions, Mondo, LD&A, Architectural Lighting, Metropolis, Illuminator (Russia), Interior Design, and he has recently been featured in Illumni online magazine.

Professional memberships and affiliations: Professional Member of the International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD), Lighting Certified though the National Committee for the Qualification of Lighting Professionals (NCQLP), lighting design instructor for the College for Creative Studies, Eastern Michigan University and University of Detroit Mercy. He also serves as guest lecturer for Lawrence Technological University, and the Illuminating Engineering Society for which he is also Treasurer.

Terry Cleis is a principal with Peter Basso Associates and a member of its Higher Education Group. He brings a diversity of experience to projects, including electrical system design for student housing, classroom / lecture halls, student centers and fine arts facilities such as museums and auditoriums. Terry also has specialized knowledge in the design of electrical systems for data centers.

Additionally, Terry has designed primary and secondary power distribution systems for high-, medium- and low-voltage systems; lighting design; fire alarm systems; security systems; telecommunication systems; emergency power systems; and hazardous area systems. He has also developed short circuit analysis and coordination studies for institutional, commercial and industrial facilities.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Cleis, Terry. "Selecting the proper wiring solutions. Learn about the essential properties and applications of different electrical wiring pathway systems." Consulting Specifying Engineer (CSE), October 29, 2019.

Contributor: Cleis, Terry. "Top design trends in data centers: HVAC, plumbing." Consulting Specifying Engineer, MEP Roundtable, April 29, 2019.

Co-Authors: Cleis, T. and Gibbs, S. "Understanding Three Essential Elements of Electrical Distribution Systems." Electrical Construction & Maintenance magazine, February, 2019.

Contributor: Cleis, Terry. "Designing Efficient Data Centers." Consulting Specifying Engineer magazine, MEP Roundtable, April 18, 2018.

Author: Cleis, Terry.  “Enforcing Arc Flash Standards.”  McMorrow Report, August, 2005.

Greg Ziegler is a Principal with Peter Basso Associates and a member of the firm’s K-12 Schools group.  His more than 30 years’ experience includes electrical systems design for new construction and renovation of all K-12 facility spaces including media centers, gymnasiums, classrooms, auditoriums, transportation centers, and administrative offices.

Greg manages projects on a day-to-day basis, overseeing our in-house engineers and designers in the technical production of the work and communicating with the various team members on a project.  His technical expertise includes design of complex underground electrical utility systems, fire alarm systems, medium- and low-voltage distribution systems; short circuit analysis, coordination studies, emergency power systems (rotary and static), and hazardous area designs.

Jose Meijer is a principal with Peter Basso Associates and a member of the firm's Higher Education Group. He brings a diversity of experience to projects, including electrical system design for student housing, classroom / lecture halls, student centers and athletic facilities.

Jose has designed primary and secondary power distribution systems for high-, medium- and low-voltage systems; lighting design; fire alarm systems; security systems; telecommunication systems; emergency power systems; and hazardous area systems.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Co-Author: Meijer, J. "Lightening Up on Lighting Loads." Electrical Construction & Maintenance (EC & M), 2014.

Eric Graettinger, PE, LEED AP BD+C, IES is a Vice President with Peter Basso Associates and a member of the Corporate/Government group. Eric has been responsible for all aspects of electrical system design for both new construction and renovation of commercial, corporate, high rise, government, and park/public space facilities during his 20+ years at Peter Basso Associates.

Eric also enjoys historic renovation and adaptive reuse projects due to the unique challenges of these projects. His interest in old buildings extends to his time out of the office as he works to renovate and restore his circa 1834 home and enjoy camping trips with his family and the Tin Can Tourists vintage camping group in a restored 1966 travel trailer.

Eric is also a board member and past president of the Detroit Section of the Illuminating Engineering Society and coordinates closely with our Illuminart lighting design group to design lighting systems and controls to compliment the built environment.

Publications / Papers / Speeches
Contributor: Graettinger, E. "MEP Roundtable: Exploring Retail, Restaurant, and Mixed-Use Facilities." CSE Magazine, 2018.

Author: Graettinger, E. "MEP Engineering for Green Building Design." PBA Blog, 2015.

Dave’s project responsibilities include specializing in the design of mechanical, plumbing, and control systems. With an emphasis on sports and recreation design, Dave participates in all phases of a project, from establishing design criteria and verifying existing field conditions, to performing heating and cooling load calculations, design and layout of a system, preparation of specifications and shop drawing submittals, and field supervision of a project.

Dave has experience in building heating and cooling load analyses, ductwork layout and sizing, HVAC piping layout and sizing, piping hydraulic analyses, and field investigation. He is also skilled in the use of a variety of computer-analysis and CAD software packages.

Dave’s 20 years' experience includes new construction and renovation of various types of facilities, with an emphasis on college athletic and public recreation facilities.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Co-Presenter: Conrad, D. "Building Sustainable: Defining the Future of Recreation Facilities." Athletic Business Show, 2019. November, 16, 2019.

Author: Conrad, D. "Vice President D. Conrad, PE, Looks at MEP Solutions for New University of Michigan Athletics and South Campus Performance Project ASCP." PBA Blog, December 17, 2018.

Author: Conrad, D. "Design Team Coordination, The Benefits of MEP & Architectural Coordination in Designing Athletic Facilities.” Recreation Management, 2014.

Author: Conrad, D. "Design Team Coordination The Benefits of MEP & Architectural Coordination in Designing Athletic Facilities.” School Construction News, 2014.

Eric's 34 years of electrical engineering design experience gives him a strong background and understanding of electrical systems for industrial, commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities. His experience includes the design of primary and secondary voltage power distribution including unit substations, busways, lighting and appliance panelboards. 

Eric has been responsible for the design of industrial lighting and control systems, fire alarm systems, as well as emergency and standby generators. He spent several years as part of the firm's Commissioning and Construction Administration group, and brings his experience in optimizing system operations through commissioning to a building owner's project.

As Lead Electrical Engineer Scott takes on the responsibility for the electrical systems design production of a project in collaboration with the project team. His duties include system design and layout, product research, documentation and drawing review submittals, and field investigations.

Scott has designed specialty indoor and outdoor lighting systems, medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, fire alarm systems, and emergency power distribution systems. He has also performed power system evaluations, studies of existing primary and secondary distribution systems, and facility condition analyses.

Scott’s 18 years of project experience includes both new construction and renovation of educational, commercial, and governmental facilities.

Bryan is responsible for the technical production of a project, including performing building heating and cooling load analyses, HVAC system design, production of technical drawings and specifications, product research, equipment selection and layout, and site supervision.

Bryan is well-versed in the use of a variety of computer-analysis and CAD software in project design, including AutoCAD and Trane Trace. His 19 years of mechanical engineering project experience is diverse and includes healthcare facilities, college/university facilities, chilled water plants, sports complexes, office buildings and industrial facilities.

Publications / Papers / Speeches
Contributor: Laginess, B. "MEP Roundtable: Stand-Alone Health Care Buildings." CSE Magazine, 2016.

Sam works closely with the Project Team in the day-to-day management of a project. As project manager and lead mechanical engineer, he is responsible for the technical production of the electrical systems designed. He organizes and maintains each project file and provides electrical project leadership.

Sam’s engineering background includes the design and administration of complex medium- and low-voltage distribution systems; commercial lab building design; architectural lighting systems; short circuit analyses and coordination studies; emergency power systems; and telecommunication systems.

Sam Awabdeh is a Vice President with Peter Basso Associates, and has 27 years of project experience.

Publications / Papers / Speeches
Author: Awabdeh, S. "Top Four Considerations When Replacing a Hospital's EPSS." PBA Blog, 2016.

Author: Awabdeh, S. "Replacing an EPSS at a hospital: A health care facility requires an emergency power supply system (EPSS). Its replacement must be carefully planned to reduce any loss of electrical systems." 2017.

Scott Bilan is a vice president and a member of PBA’s Healthcare and Laboratory (HCL) Group. His passion of tinkering and mechanics led him into his studies at the University of Detroit Mercy, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. This passion has driven his research and development of improving legacy designs as well as implementing new types of systems to projects. His project history involves experience in the renovation and new construction of healthcare/lab facilities for both small and large scale projects. Projects range from master planning, facility assessments to MEP design execution.

With the owner’s requirements in mind, he has implemented designs ranging from simple cost-effective strategies to complex premium systems. His design approach balances functionality with facility upkeep requirements, which is key to a building’s longevity. When not at the office, he is most likely exploring several zoos with his wife and two young daughters.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Bilan, S. "Troubleshooting Outside Air Airflow Measurement Stations. Hospital air handling units were periodically tripping freeze stats. Here's how the problem was solved," Consulting Specifying Engineer magazine, June 18, 2019.

Contributor: Bilan, S. "Designing safe laboratories and research facilities: HVAC Engineers working on laboratory and research projects are tasked with balancing state-of-the-art systems, budgetary concerns, occupant safety, sustainable performance, and other factors including HVAC," Consulting Specifying Engineer magazine, MEP Rountable, December 28, 2018.

Author: Bilan, S. "MEP Tips for Converting an Office Building to an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)." PBA Blog, 2016.

Rick is involved in all phases of a project, from design conception through construction administration and move-in. Rick’s responsibilities include the investigation of existing field conditions, product research and equipment selection, the production of technical drawings and specification documents, and overseeing construction and start-up activities.

Rick’s 30-plus years of engineering experience includes the design of medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, HID, fluorescent and LED lighting systems, and fire alarm, nurse call and security systems. He is also skilled in the use of a variety of computer analysis and CAD software programs.

Rick is involved in all phases of a project, from design conception through construction administration and move-in. Rick’s responsibilities include the investigation of existing field conditions, product research and equipment selection, the production of technical drawings and specification documents, and overseeing construction and start-up activities.

Rick’s 30-plus years of engineering experience includes the design of medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, HID, fluorescent and LED lighting systems, and fire alarm, nurse call and security systems. He is also skilled in the use of a variety of computer analysis and CAD software programs.

Andrew possesses 20 years’ experience designing HVAC systems and functionally testing HVAC equipment and building systems to evaluate performance, and make recommendations for improvement in both operation and energy consumption for energy audits and retro-commissioning projects.

In addition, Andrew serves as our in-house expert for load calculations and energy modeling. He has experience in a  variety of energy modeling software packages and has developed proven energy savings calculation spreadsheets. He prepares energy modeling and life cycle cost analyses to guide the design team and owner to optimize building systems, and assists owners in achieve LEED and Energy Star certification.

Bill’s engineering experience includes building heating and cooling load analyses and HVAC system design, with a specific focus on design of plumbing systems. His job duties include product research, equipment selection and layout, production of technical drawings and specifications, attendance at project meetings, and construction contract administration.

Bill’s 22 years' of mechanical experience includes both new construction and the renovations of existing buildings. He is also well-versed in a variety of CAD and other design production software.

Wendy has been an integral part of Peter Basso Associates, Inc., since 2000. As Human Resources Manager, Wendy has excelled at performing strategic as well as tactical roles in providing HR expertise in staffing, employee relations, compensation, performance management and organizational development. In addition, Wendy is an active participant in workforce planning and staff development initiatives; aligning needs and priorities of PBA's four market sectors. Wendy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Central Michigan University and is Certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) by the Human Resource Certification Institute.

Tonya Cavanaugh is the Director of CAD Services at Peter Basso Associates, Inc. Tonya has been with PBA for 26 years’ and has a broad CAD and technical computer background that includes experience using AutoCAD versions 9, 10, 13, 14, and Architectural Desktop 3.3 (ADT3).

Tonya currently leads a team who assist PBA Project Leaders with the technical production of a project from the initial creation of a project’s CAD files and subsequent updates through the project’s completion. Tonya coordinates plotting and reproduction of projects, as well as the coordination of CAD file conversions between clients, subconsultants and PBA. 

Steve is a Vice President and Co-Leader of the firm's K-12 Schools Group. Steve's project responsibilities include HVAC system design, production of technical drawings and specifications, product research, equipment selection and layout, and project management. Steve participates in all phases of a project from the initial conceptual design through construction and move-in. He monitors a project’s budget and schedule and works to ensure clear lines of communication are maintained at all times among the various team members. Steve also serves as the primary mechanical engineering quality reviewer for the firm's K-12 school designs.

Steve is a member of the PBA mechanical standards committee, helping develop and update company-wide standards for mechanical engineering projects. Steve’s 14 years of experience includes a heavy concentration in K-12 school facilities design.

Scott Peck, a Vice President and Co-Leader of the firm's K-12 Schools Group, designs electrical systems for a variety of project types, specializing in K-12 Schools. His more than 25 years’ experience includes electrical systems design for new construction and renovation of all K-12 facility spaces including media centers, gymnasiums, classrooms, auditoriums, transportation centers, administrative offices and early childhood centers.

Scott is involved in all phases of a project, from design conception through construction administration. Scott’s responsibilities include the investigation of existing field conditions, product research and equipment selection, the production of technical drawings and specification documents along with overseeing construction.

Phillip Allen is a Vice President with Peter Basso Associates and is a member of the Commissioning and Contract Administration Group. As a Certified Commissioning Professional his duties involve taking a systematic, forensic approach to improving building system performance.   

He is involved with performing ASHRAE levels I, II, and III Energy Audits on existing buildings and providing recommendations for Energy Conservation Measures. Phil conducts commissioning services for new mechanical and electrical equipment on a variety of building types and systems, several of which concluded as LEED Certified buildings.

His engineering experience includes the design of highly complex, technical facilities including engine and vehicular test cell systems, plus a variety of systems associated with manufacturing facilities.   

Phil has over 30 years of engineering experience coupled with performing contract administration duties such as construction coordination, troubleshooting, and providing engineered solutions.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Authors: Allen, P. "Linking commissioning, TAB to deliver better buildings. When the commissioning authority and the testing, adjusting and balancing contractor collaborate throughout the design and construction phases, it results in improved building construction," Consulting Specifying Engineer magazine, October 14, 2019.            

"Lighting commissioning: Highlighting Code Compliance," Consulting Specifying Engineer magazine, January 2014.

"Case Study: Zoo Plumbing Systems," Plumbing Systems & Design magazine, July/August, 2007.

Lindsey Stefaniak is a vice president with Peter Basso Associates. She brings 11 years' of project experience that includes both new construction and renovation of office buildings, high-rise mixed-use buildings, higher education campus facilities, and multi-family housing.

Lindsey’s engineering experience includes the design of specialty indoor lighting and lighting control systems; medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems; fire alarm systems; emergency power distribution systems; power system evaluations and studies for existing primary and secondary distribution systems; telecommunications cabling and facility condition studies.

Lindsey has a passion for developing her project management skills, improving internal standards, and creating processes and training guides for others. She believes that once you know better, you do better.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

"Where is the love? A lighting design round table discussion..." IES Detroit Chapter Panel Discussion, February 12, 2019

Ginger Greager is the Director of Marketing for Peter Basso Associates, Inc. As a key member of the firm’s operations group, Ginger has played an integral role with PBA for the past 25 years, bringing with her 23 years' of previous administrative experience to the firm. Ginger is a Certified Professional Services Marketer through the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS), where she has held the positions of Board Secretary, Education Chair and Membership Chair with the Michigan Chapter. She has also been a content contributor to the Zweig Marketing Letter.

Ginger is responsible for developing the long-term marketing strategies and directing the day-to-day activities of the firm's marketing department. In addition, Ginger oversees proposal production, develops and implements the firm's client communications strategy, is responsible for the firm’s website updates and content marketing, and develops and maintains the marketing budget.

Anna Ciaramitaro is a Controller for Peter Basso Associates, Inc. Anna started her career with PBA in 2012 as an Accounting Manager and was recently promoted to Controller. Anna has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Salem State University.

Since joining PBA in 2012, Anna’s accounting responsibilities have included General Ledger Reconciliation and Financial Statements processing, Billing, AR, AP, Cash Flow Management, Budgets & Forecasts, and Business Insurance. Anna provides project accounting support to the PBA project managers, and also supports the HR and Marketing departments.

Michelle has been with Peter Basso Associates since 2002. She started as Office Manager and has grown the department to strengthen how it supports the engineers and their ongoing projects. She has shown versatility by supporting Accounting, HR, Marketing and helped to supervise the office refresh project among other office pursuits. Michelle is a graduate of Northwood University and Oakland University with degrees in Executive Secretarial and General Studies, respectively.

George Hopkins is a principal with Peter Basso Associates with over 30 years of experience as a mechanical system designer and is an intrinsic part of PBA’s Commercial and Government Buildings market sector group. With an emphasis on major renovations and tenant improvements in existing and historic buildings, George participates in all phases of a project. With the owner’s requirements in mind, he has implemented designs ranging from simple cost-effective strategies to complex premium systems. His design approach balances functionality with facility service and maintenance requirements, which is key to a building’s longevity. His keen understanding and grasp of the client’s goals and needs has led PBA to many successful and lasting client relationships.

From early in his career with PBA, George has had a passion for developing and documenting the firm’s extensive processes and standards. This passion has driven his research and development for improving legacy designs as well as implementing new types of systems to projects.

George received a First Place ASHRAE Technology Award for New Commercial Building and has been involved in numerous projects achieving LEED status ranging from Certified to Platinum Level.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Hopkins, G. “MEP Design Engineers Make a Case for Perimeter Radiant Heating for an Historic Renovation Project,” Peter Basso Blog, May 11, 2016.

Jeff is the Leader of PBA’s Controls Group that provides design support service for all of PBA’s specific engineering groups. Work tasks vary from answering control questions for other engineer’s design efforts to complete building automation system and temperature controls design on PBA projects including complete project management. Jeff is a mechanical engineer with over 35 years of HVAC controls design and construction experience. Jeff is often involved in installation checkouts and system commissioning to help solve operating issues for customers when needed.

Jeff has been with PBA since 2001. He is a Certified Energy Manager recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers and is a member and Past Detroit Chapter President of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Publications / Papers / Speeches

Author: Czarniecki, J. “Why MEP Engineers / Building Owners Prefer Building Automation Systems,” PBA Blog, February 5, 2016.