James T. Gardler, Jr., PE

James T. Gardler, Jr., PE

Vice President, Director of MEP Operations | Philadelphia

Accreditations

PE, CEM, CBCP, EBCP

Education

Drexel University - B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Expertise

Commercial | High-Rise | Residential

Connect

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Jim has more than 20 years of MEP/FP engineering design experience. As Director of MEP Operations in Bala’s Philadelphia office, he collaborates closely with clients to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for complex engineering challenges.

Jim applies his engineering expertise across a wide array of market sectors including real estate, mission critical, corporate interiors, higher education and life sciences. His focus lies with the design, engineering, installation and total commissioning for large Commercial and Industrial (C & I) customers. Jim’s multi-technology projects include lighting, HVAC, chillers, boilers, motors and drives, energy management control systems, water conservation, building envelope and fuel switching. His proficiency also includes tenant support services ranging from improvement projects to major construction builds for commercial, education, retail, mixed use, and developer clients.

Jim oversees a growing team of skilled engineers and project managers. He is committed to mentoring emerging engineers and actively participates in professional organizations to advance the field of MEP/FP engineering.

What do you enjoy doing outside of the office?
Spending time with my family, either participating in outdoor activities, sports, or just being together.

When did you know you wanted to become an engineer?
I grew up always taking things apart to understand how they worked.  Through my high school and college years I worked at a boat yard learning and working on internal combustion engines which created a hands-on foundation for me.