Business Details
24 Years
experience
Sustainable Engineering & Commissioning Services
dbHMS is a Minority-Owned Business Enterprise founded in 2002, dedicated to delivering high-performance, sustainable building solutions. Our multidisciplinary team of engineers, architects, and sustainability experts operates across education, civic, commercial, and residential sectors, prioritizing integrated design and technical excellence. With offices in Chicago, Grand Rapids, Philadelphia, Davenport, and Boston, we combine global expertise with localized insights to meet client goals. Our approach emphasizes lifecycle analysis, energy efficiency, and LEED-certified strategies, ensuring projects exceed industry standards. We foster continuous learning and innovation, challenging conventional practices to advance sustainable infrastructure. Our portfolio includes award-winning projects like LEED Platinum-certified facilities and net-zero energy buildings, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship.Through commissioning, design, and consulting services, we empower clients to achieve operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. Our leadership team brings decades of experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, alongside specialized knowledge in laboratory and healthcare facilities. We collaborate closely with stakeholders to align technical precision with visionary objectives, ensuring every project contributes to a healthier built environment. This dedication to quality, innovation, and client-centric solutions has established dbHMS as a trusted partner in sustainable engineering worldwide.
Services
Mechanical Design
Electrical Engineering
Sustainability Consulting
Commissioning Services
Energy Modeling
LEED Certification
Building Enclosure Testing
Design-Build Solutions
High-Performance Buildings
Net Zero Energy Design
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in sustainable engineering and LEED-certified projects.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and specialists in high-performance systems.
- We integrate mechanical, electrical, and plumbing expertise for holistic building solutions.
- Our projects prioritize energy efficiency, earning recognition for innovation and design.
- We maintain a client-focused approach, ensuring technical precision aligns with strategic goals.
Services
Sustainability Consulting
Our sustainability consulting services focus on reducing environmental impact through energy-efficient design, LEED certification guidance, and lifecycle analysis. We help clients achieve net-zero energy goals and integrate renewable technologies like solar thermal and geothermal systems. By prioritizing materials with low embodied carbon and advocating for circular economies, we ensure projects align with global sustainability standards while delivering cost-effective, future-ready solutions.
Commissioning Services
We provide comprehensive commissioning services to verify building systems operate efficiently from design through occupancy. Our team conducts functional testing, performance assessments, and ongoing monitoring to ensure mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems meet project requirements. This process enhances occupant comfort, reduces energy waste, and extends equipment longevity, ensuring optimal performance throughout a building's lifecycle.
Energy Modeling
Our energy modeling services use advanced simulation tools to predict building performance and identify efficiency opportunities. By analyzing variables like insulation, HVAC systems, and daylighting strategies, we optimize energy use early in design phases. This data-driven approach enables clients to make informed decisions, reduce operational costs, and achieve compliance with standards such as ASHRAE 90.1 and LEED requirements.
LEED Certification
We guide clients through LEED certification by aligning projects with U.S. Green Building Council criteria. Our experts identify credit opportunities, document compliance, and coordinate with design teams to maximize sustainability outcomes. From energy efficiency to indoor air quality, we ensure projects meet rigorous benchmarks while enhancing marketability and occupant well-being through environmentally responsible practices.
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical design services encompass HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems tailored to project needs. We prioritize energy-efficient equipment, smart controls, and resilient infrastructure to ensure comfort and reliability. By integrating displacement ventilation, radiant heating, and heat recovery systems, we create solutions that minimize environmental impact while meeting strict performance and code requirements for diverse building types.
People
Sachin Anand
Principal Engineer
Sachin Anand leads engineering projects with 15+ years of experience in sustainable design and commissioning. He teaches at Illinois Tech and specializes in integrating client goals with innovative solutions.
Vic Avila
Electrical Engineering Manager
Vic Avila manages electrical systems design and commissioning, with expertise in lighting, power, and security systems. He has contributed to multiple award-winning projects in Chicago's commercial sector.
Ben Rubach
Project Manager
Ben Rubach oversees HVAC and plumbing design for healthcare and laboratory facilities. Licensed in 10 states, he focuses on quality assurance and cross-disciplinary team leadership for complex national projects.
Arvinder Dang
Associate Principal
Arvinder Dang leads dbHMS's East Coast practice, specializing in high-performance building systems and sustainable urban planning. Recognized as a Consulting-Specifying Engineer 40 Under 40 honoree, she drives innovation in energy-efficient design.
Questions
What services does dbHMS specialize in?
dbHMS specializes in sustainable engineering, commissioning, energy modeling, LEED certification consulting, and integrated design for high-performance buildings.
Which industries does dbHMS serve?
We serve education, civic, commercial, residential, healthcare, and cultural sectors with tailored engineering solutions.
Is dbHMS experienced in LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and has completed multiple LEED Platinum and Gold-certified projects.
Where are dbHMS offices located?
Our offices are in Chicago, Grand Rapids, Philadelphia, Davenport, and Boston, serving clients nationwide.
What makes dbHMS different from other engineering firms?
We combine multidisciplinary expertise with a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and client-focused solutions for complex building systems.
Reviews (1)
Artur T.
Dec 06, 2019
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DbHMS never finishes their MEP drawings. If they are sent for permit and or pricing, you need to redo or redesign their system because it's over sized or undersized and the drawings are not even close to being finished. It would be nice to see their drawings completely finished.
