Customized MEP design and construction services under one roof.
Established in 2002, Building Energy Solutions is an MEP consulting engineering practice that specializes in HVAC upgrades, energy conservation, and system troubleshooting at existing facilities. Founded by principal Rae H. Butler, P.E., who brings over 30 years of design and construction experience, it delivers flexible, practical, and hands-on engineering solutions tailored to long-term operations.
Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) · Certified Energy Manager (CEM) · LEED AP B, D & C · Licensed Professional Engineer (New York, Connecticut)
Rae H. ButlerPrincipal and Owner
Comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services, from troubleshooting existing systems to full construction design.
Customized HVAC and MEP systems design and engineering for building upgrades and new construction.
Preparation of detailed construction documents and CAD drawings for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing projects.
Hands-on construction administration and management for MEP system installations and facility upgrades.
Assessments of existing building services and infrastructure to guide capital planning and capital improvement projects.
Engineering of fire protection service entrances, backflow prevention, and fire alarm systems.
Engineering and detailing of commercial, institutional, and residential HVAC systems, with a focus on long-term efficiency.
Design of energy-efficient lighting systems and upgrades for commercial, educational, and institutional buildings.
Electrical design services covering site power distribution, emergency generators, and building lighting systems.
Energy conservation analysis, feasibility studies, and traditional or alternative system designs.
ASHRAE Level I and II energy audits, site evaluations, and feasibility analysis for energy-saving improvements.
Detailed energy use evaluations to quantify potential utility savings, payback periods, and construction costs.
Development of resilient energy systems, including combined heat and power (CHP) and renewable generation options.
Engineering of centralized Energy Management Systems (EMS) to monitor, control, and optimize facility operations.
Design of combined heat and power systems to provide high-efficiency parallel and standby power.
Technical support for utility interconnection applications and compliance reviews for cogeneration plants.
Systematic verification and optimization of building systems' performance to ensure they operate as designed.
Functional and pre-functional testing of MEP systems in new constructions and existing facilities.
Acting as the independent Commissioning Authority (CxA) for LEED compliance and capital development projects.
Specialized assessment, peer reviews, and forensic services for building mechanical and electrical systems.
Comprehensive building condition assessments and infrastructure audits for long-term planning.
Technical troubleshooting, performance evaluations, and expert witness testimony for HVAC system disputes.
Creation of customized operations and maintenance guidelines to protect mechanical equipment and sustain efficiency.
Independent peer reviews of engineering submittals, testing and balancing results, and facility documentation.
Sustainable design guidance and compliance planning for low-carbon and high-efficiency facilities.
Consulting and energy analysis to support projects pursuing various levels of LEED certification.
Specialized fluid and water engineering services, including health department compliance.
Engineering design and application submission for backflow preventers and new domestic/fire water services.
Education · Healthcare · Justice & Corrections · Federal · Defense · Government · Commercial · Multifamily Residential · Research Facilities · Laboratories · Wastewater · Religious · Retail · Hospitality · Public Safety · Arts & Culture · Agriculture · Food & Beverage
Utica, NY · Education · Client: Utica College
Served as Commissioning Authority for a new 25,000-square-foot academic science and laboratory building, verifying laboratory process systems, fume hood systems, and zone pressurization.
Utica, NY · Arts & Culture · Client: ICAN Family Resource Center
Provided mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design for the relocation of the Utica Children's Museum in the former International Butcher's Union National Headquarters. The project involved complete interior reconstruction, a new addition, and energy-efficient HVAC design.
Syracuse, NY · Education · Client: Syracuse City School District
Delivered mechanical and electrical engineering services to upgrade the emergency power system for the school district's network operation center, integrating HVAC load, a new dedicated air conditioning system, and future growth capacity.
Clay, NY · Wastewater · Client: Onondaga County
Served as Commissioning Authority for LEED compliance for the complete renovation of the 25,000-square-foot administration and maintenance building, providing enhanced commissioning services.