MEP & Sustainability Consulting
Algebra AEC is a premier engineering practice based in Cleveland's University Circle. Founded in 2014, it delivers mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, and sustainability engineering solutions for high-visibility and large-impact facilities. The practice combines rigorous engineering with cutting-edge analysis and construction-phase oversight to create practical, high-performance buildings that are simple to maintain and affordable to operate.
Shariq AliFounder
Comprehensive engineering services for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure, paired with robust project management.
Design and analysis of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems optimized for thermal comfort and energy efficiency.
Design of water supply, drainage, and specialty piping systems for commercial and institutional facilities.
Engineering of safe, reliable, and efficient electrical distribution and power systems.
Innovative lighting and daylighting solutions that enhance occupant experience and visual performance.
Engineering of advanced fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems to ensure life safety and building protection.
Construction administration and overall engineering project oversight to ensure seamless execution.
Integrated audiovisual and security systems designed to protect and support modern spaces.
Design of robust audiovisual, presentation, and collaborative systems.
Access control, monitoring, and structural security system design.
Work in this area is organized into supported delivery tasks.
Support includes Systematic review.
Support includes optimization of existing mechanical.
Support includes electrical.
Support includes plumbing systems to restore original design performance.
Support includes reduce operational costs.
Support includes Work in this area is organized into supported delivery tasks.
Client-advocate consulting and technical oversight from schematic design through final building commissioning.
Advanced analytical, thermodynamic, and simulation services to drive environmental stewardship and achieve green building certifications.
Computer-simulated building envelope and systems modeling to optimize thermal behavior and climate adaptation.
Systematic modeling and evaluation of designs against LEED-required baselines.
Administrative support, reporting, and submission preparation to secure green building certifications.
Analytical simulations to maximize natural light integration and occupant comfort while managing heat gain.
Financial and energetic forecasting to evaluate the long-term ROI of system alternatives.
Computational fluid dynamics to model complex indoor air movement, ventilation effectiveness, and thermal comfort.
Collaborative, contractor-aligned engineering services that optimize systems and streamline construction workflows.
Independent technical evaluation of design documents to identify potential issues and confirm regulatory compliance.
Rigorous cost-benefit engineering to reduce construction costs without sacrificing structural, aesthetic, or functional intent.
Analyzing and packaging systems to align with local contractor procurement and market realities.
Healthcare · Education · Arts & Culture · Religious · Industrial · Research Facilities
Cleveland, OH · Education · Client: Cleveland Clinic and Case Western Reserve University
Design assist engineering services for the mechanical contractor and engineer of record on a 320,000-square-foot health education campus, which includes training, practice, and administrative spaces for nursing and dental programs.
Cleveland, OH · Healthcare · Client: Cleveland Clinic
Design and engineering of the renovation for the existing 130,000-square-foot Cole Eye Institute building, integrated with a new facility to deliver leading-edge eye care and research.
Cleveland, OH · Education · Client: Cleveland Institute of Art
Engineering of fire protection, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, AV, IT, and security systems for a 32,000-square-foot digital animation studio renovation. Utilized in-house 3D laser scanning to resolve existing ductwork and acoustic issues.
Cleveland, OH · Healthcare · Client: University Hospitals
Engineering services for a community health center featuring pediatric, women's health, dental, and vision clinics, achieving LEED Platinum certification.