Institutional Education Institutional Education Practical building enclosure solutions for educational institutions Managing tight construction schedules for occupied spaces can be overwhelming. BES partners with educational institutions to deliver thoughtful, reliable building enclosure solutions that align with your long-term goals. From asset planning to ongoing maintenance to water intrusion, we understand the complexities of on-campus facilities management. You need a partner who puts end-user safety first, knows how to work in a student environment, and appreciates the unique challenges of your role. We’re here to help you leave a lasting legacy through meaningful building improvements. Ready to get started? How we support you Existing Building Services Helping you manage and enhance existing properties. Capital Planning and Building Maintenance Data & Information Gathering Architectural and Engineering Design for Enclosure Systems Repair and Replacement Compliance Sustainability and Energy Modeling Pre-Purchase Inspection Aerial Drone Photography Historic Preservation Explore our existing building services New Construction Services Partnering with you from the first pen stroke of design. Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) New Construction Consulting Field Verification Testing Aerial Drone Photography Registered Roof Consultant (RRC)/Registered Roof Observer (RRO) Explore our new construction services Testing Services Coordinating and performing ASTMA and AAMA-promulgated standardized field testing for mock-ups and installed building enclosure systems. Field Verification Testing Explore our testing services Partnering to solve complex building enclosure challenges Educational institutions face distinct challenges—coordinating budgets, adhering to tight schedules, and ensuring smooth operations across active, occupied spaces. Multiple stakeholders, purchasing standards, and long-term institutional goals add layers of complexity. BES understands these challenges and provides tailored consulting and technical expertise to meet your institution’s needs. We specialize in balancing cost-effectiveness with high-quality outcomes. Whether you’re addressing deferred maintenance, planning future improvements, or optimizing enclosures for energy performance, BES helps align stakeholders and navigate the complexities of building enclosure projects. With our support, your team can focus on meaningful improvements that leave a lasting legacy. Learn about our approach Featured Projects Our work with leading institutions reflects our commitment to delivering durable, sustainable building solutions that support long-term academic success while meeting the unique challenges of campus environments. Northeastern University Campus Facilities Capital Planning (Roofs) Boston, MA Type: Academic Size: ~100 Campus Buildings Owner: Northeastern University Services: Condition assessment of over 100 campus buildings focusing on roofs. Condition assessment, scope identification, cost estimating, trade contractor management, budget development, and project prioritization utilizing university’s capital planning databases. Date: 2019-2021 Brown University William A. and Ami Kuan Danoff Life Sciences Laboratories Providence, RI Type: Academic (Laboratory & Office) Size: 300,000 SF Owner: Brown University A/E: TenBurke and Ballinger Services: Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) services including, design review, development of commissioning testing specifications, development of building envelope commissioning plan, review of submittals and shop drawings, weekly field inspections, acceptance and warranty phase services, and field verification testing. Date: 2024-2026 Tufts University Bacon Hall Medford, MA Type: Academic Size: 12,600 SF Owner: Tufts University A/E: Cannon Design Services: Field performance testing and building enclosure commissioning (BECx) for a new addition and renovation of existing spaces. Date: 2023-2024 Let’s talk about your building Ready for expert support in verifying that your building enclosure materials and systems are properly selected, manufactured, and installed? Let’s discuss how BES can help bring your next project to life. Get in touch
Northeastern University Campus Facilities Capital Planning (Roofs) Boston, MA Type: Academic Size: ~100 Campus Buildings Owner: Northeastern University Services: Condition assessment of over 100 campus buildings focusing on roofs. Condition assessment, scope identification, cost estimating, trade contractor management, budget development, and project prioritization utilizing university’s capital planning databases. Date: 2019-2021
Brown University William A. and Ami Kuan Danoff Life Sciences Laboratories Providence, RI Type: Academic (Laboratory & Office) Size: 300,000 SF Owner: Brown University A/E: TenBurke and Ballinger Services: Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) services including, design review, development of commissioning testing specifications, development of building envelope commissioning plan, review of submittals and shop drawings, weekly field inspections, acceptance and warranty phase services, and field verification testing. Date: 2024-2026
Tufts University Bacon Hall Medford, MA Type: Academic Size: 12,600 SF Owner: Tufts University A/E: Cannon Design Services: Field performance testing and building enclosure commissioning (BECx) for a new addition and renovation of existing spaces. Date: 2023-2024
