Benjamin Gries, Pe Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

I am working for Kerr Greulich Engineers as a Senior Engineer. I am in responsible charge of the mechanical engineering and design for my project team. Kerr Greulich Engineers provides building assessments, project planning services (project scope, budget, project planning), design services (MEP construction documents), construction administration, and MEP commissioning.I am also a member of the Leadership Team at Kerr Greulich. The Leadership Team is actively defining the leadership succession plan and the strategic plan for the company to reach its goals.

I served as the Louisville ASHRAE Chapter's President.The President’s responsibilities typically include:A. Overseeing the conduct and supervision of all activities of the chapter during his or her term of office.B. Presiding at all meetings of the chapter and of the chapter's Board of Governors (BOG).C. Developing a calendar of events for the chapter operating year.D. Attending the CRC.E. Chairing CRC preparation committee by: i. Developing motions ii. Preparing the chapter CRC report iii. Proposing region and Society officer candidates and award recommendationsF. Leading the chapter’s strategic planning.G. Disseminating information from region and Society to the chapter.H. Preparing meeting agendas, assuring that all meetings start and end on time, and accomplishing scheduled events.I. Delegating and coordinating duties for relevant chapter activities to individuals and committees.J. Stimulating and maintaining enthusiasm among chapter members.

I served as the President Elect and the CTTC/Programs Chair for the Louisville ASHRAE Chapter.President-Elect typically include:A. Assuming the next highest position in the event it becomes temporarily or permanently vacant.B. Serving on the chapter's BOG.C. Assuming other duties assigned to them by the chapter President or the BOG.D. Attending President-Elect training.E. Attending the CRC.F. Additional duties of the President-Elect typically include appointing committee chairs who will serve during his/her Presidential year.

I served as the CTTC/Programs Chair for the Louisivlle ASHRAE Chapter.The responsibilities of the CTTC/Programs Chair typically include:A. The Chair’s attendance at the Chapter Technology Transfer Workshop at the CRC meetingB. Coordinating dissemination of technical information in the chapter's geographic areaC. Promoting and administering the chapter’s Technology Awards program and encouraging entries in the regional competitionD. Keeping the chapter informed on technical issues related to heating, ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioningE. Providing assistance to the Chapter Publicity Committee in contacting local news media and chapter publications and offering to provide necessary information and materialF. Providing assistance to the Chapter Historian in maintaining a history of the chapter's technical and energy activitiesG. Reporting to the RVC for the Chapter Technology Transfer CommitteeH. Assisting the RVC for Chapter Technology Transfer to achieve the goals of the Society at the chapter levelI. Planning the speakers and other logistics of monthly chapter meetings for the year

Noveen provides MEPT commissioning, construction administration, building assessment, capital expenditure planning, and pre-construction services (plan review, VE efforts, submittal review, etc.)

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

I am working as a Mechanical Engineer and am responsible for the design of HVAC systems for all types of construction. In addition to design, I also participate in construction administration by reviewing installations and comparing them to the contract documents and helping with construction coordination issues. I have been the lead mechanical engineer on my project team for 3 years, managing the work of employees assigned to me. I complete load calculations to determine heating and cooling requirements for the project; I coordinate ductwork/chase /penetration locations with the project architect; I size all pipe and duct needed for HVAC system operation; and all equipment (air handlers, pumps, fans, etc). I have designed 10 LEED projects (retail, commercial, educational, and industrial facilities) and functioned as the LEED Project Administrator. I have designed several healthcare facilities. I have experience with most major system types (chilled/hot water two pipe and four pipe systems fan coils and air handlers, VAV, constant volume, split systems, roof tops, pool units, water source heat pumps, geothermal, and steam systems. I have had extensive experience with large and small projects, new construction and renovations.

Bowling Green, Ky, Us

Worked for WKU in the Planning, Design, & Construction Department. They are responsible for all construction projects on campus. I was exposed to the skills required of a project manager and gained experience in construction practices.

Worked as an HVAC apprentice. I learned how to install HVAC units, run trunk-line and duct, route returns, position vents, size units and duct work for proper loads, and service/repair of HVAC units and duct. We completed both private residential jobs and commercial jobs for WKU.

Worked as an apprentice electrician. I learned the basics of commercial and residential wiring. I learned how to wire standard and switched receptacles; single-pole, 3-way, and 4-way switches; multi-phase power; and terminate the wires at the main panels. Along the way I also learned some of the National Electric Code.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Bachelor Of Science, Mechanical Engineering