Building Engineering Resources, Inc.

About Us

Where it began

In 1994 Building Engineering Resources, Inc. was established by our Principals to provide full "MEP/FP" services to clients in Boston and around the greater New England area. Their vision was to bring a personalized approach to each client's project working closely with the Architects and Project Team. Over the years BER has grown with two locations but remains true to it's original vision. With our Teams combined engineering experience, which crosses many boundaries and sectors, from new state-of-the-art buildings to turn of the century structures, you are guaranteed an innovative engineering approach .

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide MEP/FP engineering solutions of the highest quality to all our Clients by bringing together a diverse team of engineering staff with the expertise, specialized experience and innovative thinking to meet today's project requirements.

Team Commitment

BER is committed to incorporating energy efficient and sustainable design practices to every project. Large or small, each project presents a new opportunity to apply our extensive knowledge and experience across the "MEP/FP" spectrum. We recognize our responsibility as team members and take great pride in our ability to provide creative solutions for successful project completion.

Our Principals

Steven A. Karan, PE, LEED AP - Principal

Steve is one of our founding Principals with over 30 years of professional experience in the field of mechanical engineering. He began his career as a Sr. Staff Engineer in several firms in and around Boston before creating BER. Steve serves as the mechanical principal on projects and oversees the "M/P/FP" portion of the company. His other roles include joint management of our office teams, working closely with clients and in-house continuous education of systems and Codes. Steve is a LEED 2.0 Accredited Professional. His comprehensive experience includes designing and managing projects for a variety of facility types in both the public and private sectors. Mr. Karan has a MS in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Rutgers University.

Marc R. Plante, PE - Principal

Marc is one of our founding Principals with over 30 years of professional experience in the field of electrical engineering. He began his career as a Sr. Staff Engineer in several firms around the southeastern area of Boston before creating BER. Marc serves as the electrical principal on projects and oversees the electrical portion of the company. His other roles include joint management of our office teams, working closely with clients and in-house continuous education of electrical systems and Codes. Mr. Plante has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

Our Team

Richmond T. Fitts, Associate - Electrical Dept. Head

Rich joined BER in 1998 and is an accomplished Department Head and Team Leader with over 25+ years of experience in electrical engineering and design in our North Easton office.

David J. Knight, PE - Mechanical Dept. Head

Dave joined BER in 2013 and has over 18+ years of experience in the field of mechanical engineering, technical guidance and quality assurance. He is a Senior Engineer and Department Head in our North Easton office.

Christopher T. Uniacke - Plumbing/Fire Protection Dept. Head

Chris joined BER in 2005 and has over 20 years of experience in the field of plumbing/fire protection engineering. He is a Senior Engineer and Department Head in our North Easton office.

Explore What We Do

Mechanical Engineering

Energy Efficient Design
Hot Water/Steam Heating Systems
Chilled Water Cooling Systems
Air Handling Systems
Ventilation & Exhaust Systems
Energy Recovery Systems
Pumps and Piping
HVAC Controls
VRF Systems
Smoke Controls Systems
Energy Modeling

Electrical Engineering

Photovoltaic Systems
Electric Power Distribution
Medium Voltage Distribution
Low Voltage Systems - Fire Alarm Access Control, Voice Data
Cogeneration Systems
Standby & Emergency Generators
Light Systems & Controls
UPS Systems
Fire Alarm & Fire Detection Systems

Plumbing Engineering

Process Distribution System
Specialty Waste Systems
Domestic Water Heating Systems
Sanitary/Storm Drainage Systems
Water Conservation and Recovery
Drain Waste and Vent Systems

Fire Protection Engineering

Fire Sprinkler Systems
Fire Pumps
Hydraulic Calculations

Types of Services

Feasibility Studies
Building Assessments
Concept Design/Master Plan
Construction Documents
Construction Administration
MEP Coordination
Peer Review
Energy Modeling

Our Locations

Home Office:

66 Main Street

North Easton MA 02356

(508) 230-0260

Rhode Island Office:

100 Midway Road, #23

Cranston, RI 02920

(401) 942-3500

Areas of Engineering Experince

Assisted Living
Clean Rooms
Colleges/Universities
Educational (K-12, Public /Private/Alternative
Historic/Sustainable Design
Hospitalities
Large/Small Housing Developments
Medical (Hospitals, Labs, Offices, Cultivation Labs)
Industrial/Process
Libraries
Municipals
Public Safety (Police/Fire)
Office Buildings/Corporate HQ
Places of Worship
Recreational/Clubhouses
Retail/Food Service
Tenant Fit-ups
Theaters/Museum

Learn More

Please contact one of our Principals to find out how BER can assist you with your project.

Steven A. Karan, PE - Principal

Marc R. Plante, PE - Principal

Building Engineering Resources, Inc. is registered in the followings states:

Connecticut
Florida
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Texas
Virginia

View Our Brochure

Our Work

Colleges / Universities

Massachusetts Colleges/Universities

Bridgewater State University
Fitchburgh State University
Framingham State University
Boston College
Cape Cod Community College
Regis College
Stonehill College
Harvard University
Smith College
Nicholas College
Dean College
Boston University
Radcliffe College

Rhode Island Colleges/Universities

RI College Gaige Hall
Bryant University
Johson + Wales University
University of Rhode Island
Brown University
Providence College
Roger Williams University
Rhode Island School of Design
Salve Regina University

Labs / Cultivation Facilities

Cultivation Facilities

Summit Medical
Holistic Industries
Emerald Leaf Organics
Pettaconsett Grow
33 Graystone Ave
38 Colorado Ave
MA Medical Cannabis Center
Grow Facility - Monson, MA

Labs

Ambrel
Thoratec Corporation
Medtronic Vascular
Altus Pharmaceutical
Antigenics
DEM Seawater Lab

Police / Fire Stations

Fire Stations

Sharon Fire Station
Brewster Fire Station
Hyannis Fire Station
Carver Fire Station
Randolph Fire Station
Pawtucket Fire STation
Sudbury Fire Station

Police Stations

Falmouth Police Station
Randolph Police Station
Lakeville Police Station
Hampden Police Station
Middleborough Police Station

Corporate Office / Office Parks

Office Buildings/Headquarters

30 Braintree Hill Office Park
Bob's Furniture
Jordan's Furniture
200 Corliss Street
Westford Office Park
Harbor Place
397 Williams Street
Stony Brook Office Park

Libraries / City Halls

Libraries

Ames Free Library
Hingham Library
Tiverton Library
RIC Adams Library
Regis College Library
Grafton Public Library

City/Town Halls

Cambridge City Hall
Foxborough Town Hall
Harvard Town Hall
Quincy City Hall

Housing Large / Small

Apartments

East Main
Gables University Station
The Pinehills
Ashton Cambridge
Domain Foxborough
Valley Forge King of Prussia
Modera Framingham
MacMillan Square

Mills

General Cable Mills
Rising Sun Mills
The Chocolate Factory
Whitin Mill (Alternatives Unlimited)

Industrial & Warehouses

Preferred Freezer - Haleah, FL / Jacksonville, FL / Elizabeth, NJ / Everett, MA

Home Depot - Westfield, MA

Hillard's Chocolates - Easton, MA

Primetals - Worcester, MA

Plumbers Supply Warehouse - New Bedford, MA

Recreational & Clubhouses

Bryant Strength & Conditioning Center

East Main Apartments Clubhouse

Westborough Clubhouse

YMCA Stoughton

YMCA Hanover

Starland Sports Complex (Hanover, MA)

Weymouth Club

Hospitality / Retail

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Boston, MA

Eventide Fenway - Boston, MA

Kkatie's Burger Bar - Quincy, MA

The Atlantic House - York Beach, ME

Hampton Inn & Suites - Providence, RI

Marriott Residence Inn - Marlborough, MA

Four Points Sheraton - Norwood, MA

Marshall's/Home Goods - Westwood, MA

Simon Malls - Various Locations

Warwick Mall - Warwick, RI

Legacy Place - Dedham, MA

Paul's TV - Avon & Reading, MA

CVS Stores (Various Locations)

Michael's - Stoneham, MA

Jordan's Furniture - Warwick, RI

LEED Projects and Awards

Green Building/LEED

BER is committed to providing energy efficient and sustainable design practices on every project. Our Firm recognizes our responsibility to the environment and applies energy efficient design for each Client. Our vast variety of experience includes HVAC equipment replacement, cogeneration systems, photovoltaics and geothermal heat pumps.

Bridgewater State University

Pope Hall

LEED Silver for New Construction

Scott Hall

LEED Silver for New Construction

Harvard University

North Hall

LEED Gold for Commercial Interiors

Radcliffe College

Putnam House

LEED Gold for Commercial Interiors

Whitin Mill Redevelopment

Whitin Mill

LEED Gold for New Construction

Rhode Island College

New Residence Hall

U.S. Green Building Council
LEED Certified for New Construction

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