Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Engineering Solutions Since 1972
Pruett Ford & Associates has been delivering engineering solutions to diverse sectors since 1972. Our expertise spans HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design, serving architects, building owners, and developers. We prioritize sustainable, high-performance building standards like LEED and Energy Star. With decades of experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare, and educational sectors, we emphasize personalized client relationships and long-term solutions. Our team of licensed professionals combines technical excellence with practical insights from facility management and plant engineering.Headquartered in Augusta, Georgia, we serve clients across the Southeast, focusing on Georgia and South Carolina. Our mission aligns with client needs while addressing budget, schedule, and sustainability goals. Affiliations with ASHRAE, NFPA, and other organizations underscore our commitment to industry leadership. The firms evolution since its founding in 1972 reflects a legacy of adaptability and client-centric innovation. Today, Pruett Ford & Associates continues to provide cutting-edge engineering consulting services rooted in over 50 years of regional and national experience.
Services
HVAC System Design
Plumbing Engineering
Fire Protection Systems
Sustainable Building Design
Facility Infrastructure Planning
Central Energy Plants
Medical Gas Systems
Laboratory Plumbing
Renovation Projects
BIM Technology Services
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of regional engineering expertise in mechanical systems design.
- Our team includes licensed professionals with healthcare and industrial facility experience.
- We specialize in LEED-certified and energy-efficient building standard compliance.
- Personalized service prioritizes client-specific budget, schedule, and sustainability goals.
- Affiliated with ASHRAE, NFPA, and other leading engineering organizations.
Services
HVAC System Design
We design custom heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for commercial and industrial buildings. Our solutions include geothermal systems, chilled beams, and variable refrigerant flow applications. Projects span healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and government buildings.
Fire Protection Systems
Our fire protection engineering covers wet-pipe, dry-pipe, and clean agent gas systems. We specialize in standpipe systems and specialized industrial applications. Designs comply with NFPA standards and local building codes.
Sustainable Building Design
We implement Energy Star and LEED-certified design principles. Services include energy modeling, daylighting strategies, and sustainable material selection. Our team optimizes building performance while reducing environmental impact.
Plumbing Engineering
We design domestic water, waste, and storm drainage systems. Specialized services include medical gas piping, laboratory plumbing, and natural gas distribution. Solutions meet ASPE standards and facility-specific requirements.
Facility Infrastructure Planning
We provide strategic infrastructure assessments and master plans for campuses. Services include system lifecycle analysis, capacity planning, and phased implementation strategies for healthcare and educational institutions.
People
J. Martin Ford
CFO
Licensed mechanical engineer with 35+ years of experience in HVAC design. Former plant engineer providing practical facility management insights. Leads firm's financial operations and strategic planning.
Daniel J. McAlister
President
President with decade of consulting engineering experience. Expertise in HVAC system design, project management, and business development. Leads firm's technical innovation and client relations.
Joe C. Powell
Director of Plumbing
Specializes in plumbing and fire protection systems. 30+ years of experience in commercial and institutional projects. Focus on healthcare facility piping and code compliance.
J. Brian Messer
Vice President
HVAC expert with experience in hospital renovations and central plant designs. Manages complex government and industrial projects. Holds mechanical engineering degree from University of Alabama.
Nonso Iwunwa
Project Engineer
Licensed engineer with healthcare and government facility design experience. Skilled in Revit modeling and sustainable design. Achieved PE license in Georgia after working in Colorado.
Questions
What engineering services does PFA offer?
We specialize in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design. Additional services include sustainable building design, facility infrastructure planning, and BIM technology applications.
Which industries does PFA Engineering serve?
We work with healthcare, education, government, industrial, and commercial clients. Our team has completed projects for hospitals, schools, churches, and government facilities.
Are PFA's designs energy efficient?
Yes. We prioritize Energy Star, LEED, and Georgia Peach standards. Our engineers optimize systems for energy efficiency while maintaining code compliance and operational effectiveness.
How experienced is PFA's team?
Our principals have 30+ years of experience. The firm has provided engineering solutions since 1972, with multiple licensed professionals and specialized technical staff.
Where does PFA operate?
Based in Augusta, Georgia, we serve clients across the Southeast. Primary service areas include Georgia, South Carolina, and surrounding states.
What project types does PFA handle?
We work on new construction, renovations, and historic reuse projects. Our portfolio includes healthcare facilities, educational institutions, government buildings, and industrial complexes.
