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Tony Shahnami, P.E., CxA <br />Principal in Charge – Mechanical Engineer <br /> <br /> <br />2010, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL – Mr. Shahnami oversaw Design and Commissioning of new <br />Variable Frequency Drives and Controls for all existing air handling units, fan, blowers and secondary chilled water pumps. <br />SGM was the Engineer of the record and responsible for a solid commissioning plan for this 4,200,000 sq. ft. facility, the <br />second largest convention center in the nation. The new plan was an alteration to existing facilities HVAC system. As part of <br />this project, SGM is currently upgrading and replacing the existing multi manufacturer HVAC building automation systems <br />(BAS) to the most current hardware and software using one manufacturer’s product. This BAS will be integrated through an <br />enterprise level portal with remote accessibility. The goal was to integrate the campus wide buildings into one BAS web <br />based access point. SGM is responsible for design of new controls, energy management system in compliance with codes, <br />development of specifications, sequence of controls, design and general construction scheduling, cost estimating, and <br />construction management. <br />2010, Orange County Fire & Rescue, Fire Station #35, Orlando, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal in Chargeoversseing <br />commissioning services for LEED enhanced commissioning. SGM developed the owners OPR documents, reviewed <br />drawings during construction, developed the commissioning plan, attended construction meetings, witnessed equipment <br />start up, performed functional performance tests on the equipment and provided Test & Balance services. <br />2010, Osceola County Sherriff’s Department Fleet Management Center, Kissimmee, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal <br />in Charge overseeing design for this 32,000 SF facility that was converted from an automobile dealership. Mr. Shahnami’s <br />design for this project included upgrading of all HVAC equipment, lighting and receptacles in offices, data outlets, <br />replacement of plumbing fixtures, addition of loading dock, and the addition of a vehicle fueling station. An emergency <br />generator and distribution system was designed and installed for all HVAC loads, office lighting and receptacles, <br />telecommunications equipment, multiple vehicle lift stations, and the fueling station. <br />2008, Orange County Convention Center, Roof Replacement, Orlando, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal in Charge of <br />this project. SGM was commissioned through a continuing contract to design and located Mechanical and Plumbing <br />Engineering component to the various roof areas. The scope includes the redesigning of the roof drains, sizing roof drains, <br />and routing storm drain piping. Also, decommissioned and recommissioned HVAC and Plumbing equipment during <br />scheduled roof replacements. <br />2002 – 2007, Orange County Parks and Recreation, Orlando and Apopka, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal in Charge <br />for the MEP engineering services provided at Kelly, George Baker, Goldenrod and West Orange Soccer Parks. At Kelly <br />Park, SGM’s role was to provide electrical and plumbing design services to produce a main site distribution to suppor the <br />proposed maintenance building. At George Barker Park, SGM designed the supplementary lighting to ensure safety at night <br />in the park. For Goldenrod Park, SGM provided full MEP design for the new park and structures that reside on the property <br />including pavilions, restrooms, concession stand, ball field and parking lot. At West Orange Soccer Park, SGM designed the <br />power system, electrical and lighting systems, fire alarm and intercom systems, new panel board and feeders, and complete <br />lightning areas. These were designed to support an office, warehouse for equipment, vending area, concession stand, <br />soccer field, and parking lot. <br />2004, Orange County Courthouse HVAC Study, Orlando, FL – Design and Commissioning of new Variable Frequency <br />Drives and Controls for all existing air handling units, fan, blowers and secondary chilled water pumps. SGM was the <br />Engineer of the record and responsible for a solid commissioning plan for this 4,200,000 sq. ft. facility, the second largest <br />convention center in the nation. The new plan was an alteration to existing facilities HVAC system. Responsible for design <br />of new controls, energy management system in compliance with codes, development of specifications, sequence of controls, <br />design and general construction scheduling, cost estimating, and construction management. <br />2002, Orange County Government Corrections Facility, Orlando, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal in Charge for the <br />upgrade to the energy management system to monitor the entire campus, upgrade building electrical and lighting systems, <br />fire alarm and intercom systems, provide a complete lightning protection system, new panel boards and feeders for the <br />32,000SF expansion of offices, a conference room, warehouse and storage and maintenance shop for the Orange County <br />Correctional Facility. <br />2002, Orange County Government Internal Operations Center Building, Orlando, FL – Mr. Shahnami was Principal in <br />Charge for the renovation work at the Orange County Government Internal Operations Center Building. SGM was <br />responsible for completing the replacement of the existing voice and fire alarm systems, converting the building to <br />conventional horn/strobe system (allowed as a result of changes in applicable codes), the replacement of rooftop 100 ton <br />air-cooled chiller, chiller pumps, and upgrade of chiller piping, providing provision of temporary grade-mounted temporary <br />chiller and related mechanical and electrical provisions as well as the renovation of electrical distribution system to increase <br />quantity of branch circuit breakers, reduce neutral overheating and provide surge suppression devices. <br />2002, Orange County 911 Emergency Response Center, Orlando, FL – SGM successfully conducted a site investigation, <br />which identified the HVAC, fire alarm, and lighting needs. Upgrading building telecommunication system; Offices, outside air <br />intake, ductwork upgrade and humidity control; Providing double emergency back up system with 100% back up generators; <br />Upgrading building fire alarm and intercom systems; Upgrading building electrical and lighting systems; Providing new panel <br />boards and feeders; Providing a complete lightning protection system; HVAC, fire alarm, electrical and lighting upgrades.