Engineering (Structural, Mechanical & Fire Protection) Assessment of Building 11, 12 & 13

Client: Port of Palm Beach

Type: Commercial

Scope: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEPFP) Engineering Services

Engineering (Structural, Mechanical & Fire Protection) Assessment of Building 11, 12 & 13

Lifecycle Assessment & Modernization — Port of Palm Beach (Buildings 11, 12 & 13) 

Challenge As Buildings 11, 12 (Gulfstream), and 13 reached the end of their warranty periods, the Port of Palm Beach needed a complete condition evaluation—across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems—to inform renewal, compliance, and long-term resiliency strategies. 

Our Solution Led by a Senior Director-level team, ECF delivered a full-system lifecycle analysis, integrating cross-disciplinary expertise to diagnose performance, enforce code compliance, and determine remaining service-life. This approach ensures seamless decision-making from initial assessment through implementation—mirroring leading firms like Essel Environmental (in-house MEP assessment excellence) and Walker Consultants (detailed diagnostics and ASHRAE energy auditing) (Essel Environmental).

🔧 Key Highlights 

1. Rigorous Field Investigations 

   • Licensed engineers examined power distribution, switchgear, panels, conduits, grounding, lighting, and backup systems. 

   • Identified deficiencies, aging equipment, and code violations—anticipating expenses and avoiding surprises. 

2. Smart, Prioritized Remediation 

   • Delivered clear, actionable, and phased recommendations—supporting capital planning with cost vs. performance clarity. 

   • Echoes market-leading practices: lifecycle cost–based strategies are increasingly demanded by architects and owners (MEP Engineering, Inc.). 

3. Bid-Level, Turnkey Deliverables 

   • Provided fully coordinated design drawings, repair specifications, and bid documents—meeting both industry and Port-specific standards. 

   • Competitive, contractor-ready proposals streamline procurement and enhance transparency, aligning with expectations set by consultants like AEIPL and Dialectic (dialecticeng.com, aeiplgroup.com). 

4. Future-Driven Upgrades 

   • Recommended energy-efficient HVAC, lighting upgrades, and resilient infrastructure aligned with smart-building and Net Zero trends (dialecticeng.com). 

   • Prepared phased implementation plans that support ESG goals and proactive operational management. 

🎯 Market Differentiators 

🎯 Why This Matters to You 

• Architects benefit from a trusted partner that aligns building system performance with design vision, preventing midstream revisions. 

• Developers gain confidence in budgeting, ROI, and risk mitigation through phased capital and operating cost analyses. 

• Municipal staff receive comprehensive compliance-based plans that enhance facility resiliency and support long-term infrastructure stewardship. 

✅ Let’s Build the Future 

In today’s competitive environment, architects, developers, and municipalities seek partners who deliver beyond typical assessments—who combine technical excellence with strategic foresight. 

At ECF, we do exactly that: integrated engineering, energy-conscious design, and bid-level documentation—all backed by rigorous analysis and lifecycle thinking. Our mission: to help you modernize with clarity, efficiency, and long-term resilience. 

📞 Connect with our Senior Director of Building Services to explore how we can support your next infrastructure renewal or critical facility modernization.