Senior Project Manager, A&J Consulting Engineering Services PC; MS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Bridgeport
An opponent of the cookie-cutter approach, Harshal Shah is known for designing plumbing, fire protection and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for commercial, institutional and office buildings. He also manages a multidisciplinary engineering team and coordinates closely with clients, architects and other trades. His work focuses on managing and scheduling mechanical, electrical and plumbing projects; reviewing design and calculations; supporting construction administration; and developing standards that maintain the quality of design while implementing applicable building construction codes into project designs. Shah performs ventilation and heating load calculations, designs toilet exhaust systems and monitors construction by reviewing shop drawings and periodically inspecting work performed by contractors on site. During projects such as public school boiler replacement and storm hardening initiatives in New York City, he coordinated with architects and structural and civil engineers to evaluate feasibility, reviewed requests for information and issued design bulletins while developing flood protection and storm management systems. He has also designed HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for large facilities, including fully electric public schools and recreation centers. His project work includes designing complex fire protection systems such as combined standpipe-sprinkler systems, dry pipe systems and chemical-based clean agent suppression systems for specialized facilities. Outside of work, Shah enjoys hiking, camping and snowshoeing and often explores the outdoors accompanied by his trained Maine Coon cat. He is also a passionate home chef, photographer and woodworker who enjoys designing and building custom furniture with his wife to benefit their newborn daughter.
