JP Harvey Engineering Solutions

Listen. Collaborate. Design. Deliver.

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About the firm

JP Harvey Engineering Solutions is an MEP consulting engineering practice based in Virginia. Operating since 1971, when it was founded under the name Spiers and Waltz, the practice specializes in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, building technology, and commissioning services. It works with public and private sector clients across education, healthcare, federal government, defense, and commercial markets. Registered in 15 states, the practice has completed more than 1,300 projects over 25 years and participates in the federal market, including securing significant contracts through a mentor-protege partnership.

Established
1971
Team
Small
Firm type
MEP · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Fire Protection Engineering

Credentials

LEED AP BD+C · ASHRAE Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP) · BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) · AVIXA Certified Technology Specialist - Design (CTS-D) · Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) · Commissioning Professional (CxA)

People

Joseph P. HarveyPresident / Senior Mechanical Engineer

John D. AdamsPrincipal / Director of Engineering

Tony WallsPrincipal / Head of Electrical

Capabilities

Mechanical / HVAC Design

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Integrates energy efficiency into indoor environments while maintaining comfort and quality, delivering practical systems for diverse facility types.

  • HVAC System Design

    Covers heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions, including geothermal systems, variable air volume, and hydronic heating.

  • Plumbing and Piping Design

    Includes domestic water, sanitary distribution, process piping, steam and chilled water distribution, and medical gas systems.

  • Building Automation and Controls

    Features designs for building automation systems and energy management control systems.

  • Energy and Life Cycle Cost Analysis

    Evaluates systems using life cycle cost analysis to optimize long-term efficiency and performance.

  • Mechanical System Troubleshooting

    Diagnoses issues and provides remediation, replacements, or upgrades for existing HVAC and utility systems.

Electrical Engineering

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Focuses on safe, reliable, and adaptable building electrical infrastructure from medium voltage distribution to low voltage specialty systems.

  • Power Distribution Design

    Designs medium and high voltage building services, distribution networks, substations, and underground duct banks.

  • Lighting and Daylighting Design

    Creates energy-efficient interior, exterior, and architectural specialty lighting systems.

  • Emergency and Standby Power Systems

    Engineers backup power generators, fuel cell systems, and uninterruptible power systems for critical facilities.

  • Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems

    Integrates fire alarm, emergency egress lighting, and integrated safety systems.

  • Electrical System Studies

    Performs system studies including short circuit calculations, load flow analysis, protective device coordination, and arc flash hazard evaluations.

  • Renewable Electrical Systems

    Designs solar electric systems, solar PV, battery storage integration, and wind power generation.

Plumbing Design

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Emphasizes water conservation, natural resource preservation, and efficient fluid management through a whole-building approach.

  • Building Water and Sanitary Distribution

    Designs domestic cold and hot water systems, sanitary piping, and stormwater disposal pathways.

  • Medical and Specialty Gas Systems

    Engineers medical gas systems and specialty gas distribution for laboratory and healthcare facilities.

  • Water Conservation Systems

    Integrates ultra-low-flow fixtures, rainwater harvesting, and graywater treatment systems.

  • Fuel Gas Distribution

    Designs natural gas, propane, and fuel oil distribution networks, including tank replacements.

Fire Protection Design

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Integrates sprinkler, suppression, and life safety solutions with building utility infrastructure.

  • Fire Suppression Systems

    Designs water-based and specialty fire suppression systems for commercial, institutional, and government facilities.

Technology Systems

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Integrates communications, security, and audiovisual systems to create intelligent and connected building environments.

  • Telecommunications and Data Infrastructure

    Designs structured cabling, optical fiber networks, and telecommunication pathways certified by BICSI RCDD professionals.

  • Audiovisual System Integration

    Designs custom AV and multimedia systems tailored to corporate, educational, and public-assembly spaces.

  • Electronic Security Systems

    Integrates access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection solutions.

Commissioning

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Provides independent third-party verification that building systems operate in accordance with owner requirements and ASHRAE guidelines.

  • New Construction Commissioning

    Executes building system commissioning from design through construction verification.

  • Retro-Commissioning

    Investigates, tests, and optimizes existing building systems to improve operational efficiency.

  • LEED Commissioning

    Provides third-party commissioning services required to satisfy LEED building certification protocols.

  • HVAC and Controls Commissioning

    Verifies performance and control sequences of heating, cooling, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment.

Sustainability and Energy Solutions

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Applies green building practices and advanced technologies to minimize environmental impact and lower operational costs.

  • Energy Modeling

    Performs thermodynamic building simulations to meet ASHRAE 90.1 and LEED energy efficiency requirements.

  • Green Building Certification Support

    Guides projects through certification processes for LEED, Green Globes, Fitwel, and the Living Building Challenge.

  • Renewable Energy Engineering

    Designs sustainable power sources including solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal heat pump systems.

  • High-Performance Buildings

    Designs net-zero facilities and meets federal standards such as UFC 1-200-02 and NAVFAC sustainable requirements.

Industries

Government · Federal · Defense · Education · Healthcare · Commercial · Industrial · Data Centers · Aviation · Historic Preservation · Hospitality · Sports & Recreation · Multifamily Residential · Residential

Projects

New Crossroads Elementary School

Quantico Marine Corps Base, VA

Building R-63, Renovate Bachelors Quarters

Naval Station Norfolk, VA

Norfolk State University's Cyber Security Suite

Norfolk, VA

Virginia Tech's Seafood Agricultural Research & Extension Center (AREC)

Hampton, VA

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