Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted MEP Engineering Consulting Services
Potomac Energy Group has been a leading MEP Consulting Engineering firm since 1979, specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection system designs. Our team of 23 professionals, including three licensed engineers and LEED Accredited specialists, delivers innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible solutions across educational, commercial, religious, recreational, and community sectors. With over four decades of experience, we have contributed to more than a thousand projects, including the first Gold LEED office building in Virginia and the first homeless shelter recognized by Green Building Initiatives.Our commitment to ethical standards and technical excellence ensures clients receive designs that meet modern challenges while adhering to the highest industry benchmarks. We provide comprehensive services from initial planning to construction completion, including energy analysis, commissioning, and master planning, serving clients in Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and beyond.
Services
Mechanical Services
Electrical Services
Plumbing Services
Fire Protection Services
LEED Design
Energy Analysis
Construction Management
Commissioning
Master Planning
HVAC Systems
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in MEP engineering design.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and licensed engineers.
- We deliver tailored solutions for educational, commercial, and institutional projects.
- We pioneered the first LEED-certified office building in Virginia.
- Our ethical standards ensure transparent communication and client trust.
Associations and certifications
- LEED
Services
Mechanical Services
We design new HVAC systems for buildings and central plants, ensuring energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. Our services include energy auditing, life cycle cost analysis, and feasibility studies. Clients benefit from optimized indoor comfort and compliance with modern sustainability standards.
Electrical Services
Our electrical design covers lighting systems, power distribution, emergency power, and utilities coordination. We specialize in site improvements and uninterruptible power solutions. Clients gain reliable, code-compliant systems that support operational efficiency and safety.
Plumbing Services
We provide comprehensive plumbing designs for sanitary, water, gas, and storm systems, including compressed air and utility coordination. Our LEED-certified solutions ensure safe, efficient water management for residential and commercial buildings.
Fire Protection Services
Our fire protection services include sprinkler, fire alarm, and generator system designs. We prioritize compliance with safety codes and integration with building infrastructure, ensuring rapid response to emergencies while minimizing false activations.
LEED Design
We specialize in LEED-certified projects, offering design strategies to achieve Gold or Silver certification. Our expertise reduces environmental impact while maximizing energy savings, helping clients meet sustainability goals and regulatory incentives.
People
Farooq Ahmadzai
Principal
With over 33 years of experience, Farooq leads MEP design projects for educational, healthcare, and commercial facilities. He oversees plumbing design quality and ensures compliance with industry standards.
George Voiebuna
Associate Principal
George has over 25 years of electrical engineering experience, managing systems design for schools, religious facilities, and commercial buildings. He specializes in electrical safety and efficiency.
Gad Larar
Senior Mechanical Engineer
A LEED Accredited Professional, Gad designs HVAC systems for mixed-use buildings and laboratories. He leverages IES-VE modeling software to optimize energy performance and sustainability.
Boris Jovanovic
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Boris brings 15 years of HVAC expertise, specializing in mechanical systems for office buildings, hotels, and educational facilities. He is LEED BD+C-certified and prioritizes energy-efficient solutions.
Questions
What services does Potomac Energy Group offer?
We provide MEP engineering consulting, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection system design, energy analysis, commissioning, and LEED certification support.
Has Potomac Energy Group worked on LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we designed Virginia's first Gold LEED office building and have completed multiple LEED Silver and Gold-certified projects for schools and commercial facilities.
What industries do you serve?
We serve educational, commercial, religious, recreational, and community sectors, with expertise in schools, office buildings, recreational centers, and religious facilities.
How long has Potomac Energy Group been in business?
We have provided MEP engineering services since 1979, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Where is Potomac Energy Group located?
Our headquarters are in Falls Church, VA, serving clients throughout Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., Maryland, and beyond.
