PROFILE
Our design approach emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal performance, cost, and energy efficiency. We aim to deliver solutions founded upon ingenuity and consistency, with an obsessive attention to detail. Our technical capabilities, mindful client service, and internal development program are unmatched in the Western United States.
Since 1986, we’ve provided professional Mechanical, Plumbing and Analysis engineering services to architects, owners and building managers across industries and market sectors.
From evaporative cooling to displacement ventilation, electric vehicle charging station fleets and energy modeling we are Utah’s finest collective of engineers to define system goals and provide elegant, reliable, and healthy design solutions tailored to each project’s needs.
We are in the business of creating optimally comfortable buildings for our communities to learn, grow, and thrive within.
CREATIVE SOLUTIONS
We have a decorated history of searching for solutions before a change order or problem arrises. From evaporative cooling to displacement ventilation, radiant cooling and chilled beams, as well as alternative project delivery methods such as design-build, design assist, and turnkey, our clients find comfort and pride in our design.
We will help you define what you need your system to accomplish, then provide elegant and reliable solutions.
SUSTAINABILITY
We care about energy efficiency and finding the most sustainable design solutions, we know you do to.
Our project portfolio consists of over 100 LEED rated projects, as well as projects with ENERGY STAR ratings, WELL certifications, and Utah’s High Performance Building Standards.
Our energy modeling process assists our design methodology to provide each client with the most efficient system.
CEA President, Steve Connor, was the first LEED Accredited Professional Engineer in the state of Utah.
PROFILE
Our design approach emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal performance, cost, and energy efficiency. We aim to deliver solutions founded upon ingenuity and consistency, with an obsessive attention to detail. Our technical capabilities, mindful client service, and internal development program are unmatched in the Western United States.
Since 1986, we’ve provided professional Mechanical, Plumbing and Analysis engineering services to architects, owners and building managers across industries and market sectors.
From evaporative cooling to displacement ventilation, electric vehicle charging station fleets and energy modeling we are Utah’s finest collective of engineers to define system goals and provide elegant, reliable, and healthy design solutions tailored to each project’s needs.
We are in the business of creating optimally comfortable buildings for our communities to learn, grow, and thrive within.
CREATIVE SOLUTIONS
History of creativity and innovation, from evaporative cooling to displacement ventilation, radiant cooling and chilled beams, as well as alternative project delivery methods such as design-build, design assist, and at-risk
We help you define what you need your system to accomplish, then we come up with solutions that do it elegantly and reliably.
SUSTAINABILITY
Proven track record of sustainable design.
Designed within the major rating systems, including over 100 LEED rated projects, as well as Energy Star, WELL, Utah HPBS
Adept at designing solutions that exceed energy goals while still being affordable and reliable.
LEED Accredited Professional on staff since 2001 – first engineer in Utah
TESTIMONIALS
“Through the design process Colvin has been creative, responsive, and professional, bringing both a greatly needed level of expertise and a team-first attitude. They have been a delight to work with, and we would recommend them to anyone considering a design solution that needs to go well beyond the ordinary.”
“Colvin Engineering provided excellent insights on the design for the Mobile Triage Unit, especially as it related to keeping the system modular and transportable. HHI has worked with Colvin on several military construction projects. Each time, Colvin met all HVAC and plumbing requirements with a professional attitude. We knew Colvin was the correct team for this important and unique project.”
“We can provide an integrated solution for mechanical and electrical plumbing. When I say integrated, I mean, BIM on the same model. When we deliver that model it will be fully coordinated without any unnecessary delays. We are focused now on BIM integration but also to ensure the best low-energy services for the client.”
“Colvin Engineering has a long history of excellent design work and has developed a great relationship of trust on the Weber State’s campuses. Colvin has also played a critical role in charting the future for Weber States mechanical systems and infrastructure. Colvin was able to understand the university’s future goals and help to articulate a step-by-step path forward for decades.”
“Project team members had a positive experience and felt that Colvin Eng had the projects best interests at heart. They were great to work with.”
“Over the years, we have worked on numerous projects with Colvin Engineering – including design build, CM/GC and hard bid work. Throughout all of these projects Colvin Engineering was trustworthy and highly skilled partner. They are easy to work with, provide detailed information and enhance a project’s design and performance. When Okland thinks of Colvin, we think of quality mechanical engineering, and a strong commitment to innovation and efficiency.”
“Hopefully, clients choose Colvin because of our personalities. I think building design is not really complicated. Through having a personal relationship with each client, we are able to deliver the best product and focus on customer service along the way.”
TESTIMONIALS
“Through the design process Colvin has been creative, responsive, and professional, bringing both a greatly needed level of expertise and a team-first attitude. They have been a delight to work with, and we would recommend them to anyone considering a design solution that needs to go well beyond the ordinary.”
“The best reason to choose Colvin Engineering is that we can provide an integrated solution for mechanical and electrical plumbing. When I say integrated, I mean, BIM on the same model. When we deliver that model it will be fully coordinated without any unnecessary delays. We are focused now on BIM integration but also to ensure the best low-energy services for the client.”
“Colvin Engineering provided excellent insights on the design for the Mobile Triage Unit, especially as it related to keeping the system modular and transportable. HHI has worked with Colvin on several military construction projects. Each time, Colvin met all HVAC and plumbing requirements with a professional attitude. We knew Colvin was the correct team for this important and unique project.”
“Colvin Engineering has a long history of excellent design work and has developed a great relationship of trust on the Weber State’s campuses. Colvin has also played a critical role in charting the future for Weber States mechanical systems and infrastructure. Colvin was able to understand the university’s future goals and help to articulate a step-by-step path forward for decades.”
“Over the years, we have worked on numerous projects with Colvin Engineering – including design build, CM/GC and hard bid work. Throughout all of these projects Colvin Engineering was trustworthy and highly skilled partner. They are easy to work with, provide detailed information and enhance a project’s design and performance. When Okland thinks of Colvin we think of quality mechanical engineering, and a strong commitment to innovation and efficiency.”
“Project team members had a positive experience and felt that Colvin Eng had the projects best interests at heart. They were great to work with.”
“Hopefully, clients choose Colvin because of our personalities. I think building design is not really complicated. Through having a personal relationship with each client, we are able to deliver the best product and focus on customer service along the way.”
FIRM HISTORY
BY THE NUMBERS
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING
Temperature, ventilation, and humidity control
Central boiler and chiller plants
All systems types, including air, water, and refrigerant-based
PLUMBING
Water treatment and distribution
Waste and vent systems
Hot water generation, including solar
CONTROLS
Control schematics
Control sequences and specifications
COMMISSIONING
Functional testing
Analytics
LIGHTING
Exterior lighting design
Interior lighting design
Lighting control systems
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Voice and data structured cabling
Fiber optic systems
Audio visual
LOW VOLTAGE AND SIGNAL SYSTEMS
Fire alarm
Security and surveillance
Access controls
Paging and public address
Broadband
POWER DISTRIBUTION
Prime and standby power generation
Power conditioning and UPS
ENERGY MODELING
ASHRAE 90.1 compliance
Life cycle cost analysis
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Net zero
LEED
Utility incentives
SPECIAL SERVICES
CFD modeling
Pipe flow analysis
