Business Details
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Savannah
Chatham Engineering is a team of 12 dedicated professionals specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering services. Since our inception, we have collaborated with architects, owners, developers, and agencies to deliver effective design solutions for educational, healthcare, government, industrial, and commercial facilities across Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida. Our principals actively lead every project, emphasizing current technologies, quality control, and long-term value through lifecycle cost analysis.We prioritize exceptional client service, teamwork, and responsiveness, ensuring each project's success. Our LEED-accredited professionals are committed to creating tailored engineering solutions that meet diverse client needs while maintaining technical excellence and sustainability.
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Design
Fire Protection Systems
LEED Certification
HVAC Renovations
Marina Electrical Design
Medical Gas Systems
Industrial Maintenance
Project Management
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in mechanical engineering for healthcare facilities.
- Our team includes LEED-accredited professionals specializing in sustainable design.
- We maintain direct involvement of senior engineers in all project phases.
- Our lifecycle cost analysis approach ensures long-term operational efficiency.
- We serve clients across Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida with regional expertise.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
What people say
Technical expertise
Responsive service
Successful outcomes
Sustainable solutions
Professional team
Services
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering services focus on HVAC systems for healthcare and commercial facilities. We deliver energy-efficient solutions that balance initial costs with long-term operational efficiency. Our engineers have specialized expertise in hospital systems and university renovations.
Electrical Engineering
We design comprehensive electrical systems for diverse applications including medical facilities and water treatment plants. Our solutions emphasize reliability, code compliance, and adaptability for future needs. Specialized experience includes marina lighting and corrosion-resistant installations.
Fire Protection Systems
Our fire protection engineering covers commercial and industrial applications with code-compliant systems. We specialize in integrated solutions that coordinate with other building systems while maintaining safety standards. Expertise includes medical gas system design.
LEED Certification
We provide LEED-accredited design services that incorporate sustainable practices throughout project development. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with functional requirements and budget constraints. Services include lifecycle cost analysis and energy-efficient system design.
Project Management
Our project management services ensure coordinated execution across all engineering disciplines. Senior engineers maintain direct involvement from concept through completion, emphasizing quality control and client communication throughout the project lifecycle.
People
S. Michelle Peavler
Managing Partner
Senior Mechanical Engineer with 30 years of healthcare HVAC experience. Leads firm strategy while maintaining active project involvement. Promoted to Managing Partner in 2023 after decades of regional healthcare facility design.
Paul Mamalakis
Senior Electrical Engineer
50-year electrical design veteran specializing in medical facilities and infrastructure projects. Former Managing Partner who continues shaping technical standards while mentoring next-generation engineers across Savannah and surrounding regions.
John Gross
Plumbing Designer
Expert in plumbing, fire protection, and medical gas systems with extensive contractor experience. Combines practical field knowledge with engineering design to create functional, code-compliant systems for diverse facility types.
Stephen Swanger
Mechanical Engineer
Commercial and industrial HVAC specialist with experience in university central plants and renovations. Active community volunteer who contributes to church technology systems and local scouting organizations.
Charles Cobb
Electrical Engineer
Water/wastewater treatment plant specialist with regional IEEE leadership experience. Applies specialized electrical knowledge to critical infrastructure projects while maintaining active professional engagement through industry organizations.
Questions
What engineering services does Chatham Engineering offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering services for healthcare, government, education, industrial, and commercial projects.
Do you specialize in sustainable building design?
Yes, our team includes LEED-accredited professionals who integrate sustainable practices and lifecycle cost analysis into all our engineering solutions.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida with localized engineering expertise and regional project experience.
What industries do you work with?
Our experience spans healthcare facilities, educational institutions, government buildings, industrial complexes, and commercial developments.
How does your team approach project management?
Senior engineers maintain direct involvement throughout all project phases, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to quality control standards.
