Blog Archive

BHB Welcomes Summer Interns
Leadership in Engineering: Celebrating our Engineers’ Service on PE Day
Engineering for Good: Les Brown’s Service
Mouser Electronics Fuses Efficiency and Sustainability with PoE Lighting Architecture
Chad Wallace: Building Brighter Futures at The Fortress
Merlin Hampton Retires After 32 Years at BHB
Improving Indoor Air Quality at the University of Texas at Arlington
BHB Wins Awards Recognizing Excellence in Workplace Culture
BHB Hosts Cornhole Tournament For Charity

Baird, Hampton & Brown hosted the second annual BHB vs. Quorum Architects Cornhole Tournament in October, successfully[…]

Animal Shelter Design from an Engineering Perspective

With dogs and cats coming to and from a shelter every single day, it is crucial to keep the air clean and the spaces habitable[…]

Meet Our 2023 Summer Interns

BHB is thrilled to introduce you to the talented individuals who have joined our team this summer.

Promotion Announcement: Gibran Michel, DBIA, LEED AP

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently[…]

Building Blocks: BHB’s Annual Seminar Series

BHB hosted its inaugural Building Blocks event in April to educate employees on our business and company.

BHB Donates Services for New Uvalde Elementary School

BHB is proud to donate our MEP engineering services to the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District to replace[…]

Retirement Announcement: Kevin Miller, PE

BHB Senior Associate and Senior Civil Engineer Kevin Miller has retired.

BHB Announces Several Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown announces nine employee promotions to further the company’s growth and expertise.

Why Hire a Registered Professional Land Surveyor?

The public at large often asks, “Why should I have my land surveyed by a Registered Professional Land Surveyor as opposed[…]

Retirement Announcement: Konstantine Bakintas, PE

BHB Principal and Senior Civil Engineer Konstantine Bakintas has retired.

BHB Looks Back at Highlights of 2022

2022 was a successful year, and we look forward to continued achievement in 2023.

BHB Announces Four Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown announces four employee promotions to further the company’s growth and expertise.

FirstCash in Fort Worth Earns EPA’s Energy Star Certification

BHB renovated the MEP systems to improve performance and enhance energy efficiency

Meet Trace Strevey […]
30 Years of Building Partners

BHB is excited to be celebrating 30 years of success, with the help of our building partners

What It Takes To Be A Surveyor

The characteristics of surveyors and their impact on the community

Sustainable Selections for Higher Education Campuses

BHB identifies energy-efficient technology to support Texas universities

BHB Pursues Storm Shelter Certification

Mechanical Engineer Allen Grammer reflects on his role in developing the NSSA’s new AP exam

BHB Named “Best Place For Working Parents” For Third Consecutive Year

BHB’s recent benefit updates continue fostering a family-friendly environment for employees

BHB Wraps Up 2021, Looks Ahead to the New Year

2021 was a successful year, and we look forward to seeing what 2022 has in store for us.

BHB Announces Three Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown announces three employee promotions to further the company’s growth and expertise.

Contractor Bids on Municipal Projects

How BHB can help your community in all phases of the bidding process

Hard Money Option Period

Why exercise a non-refundable option period in commercial real estate?

An Introduction to Facilities Engineering at BHB

A look at how BHB has served our facilities engineering clients since 1992

Rise in Material Costs Impacts Industry Progress

BHB leadership weigh in on the impacts of rising costs on current and future projects

Doing your Due Diligence: The First 30 Days

Helping you take the first steps in the land acquisition process

Lindsay Lafferty, PE Named 2021 Young Engineer of the Year

Lindsay Lafferty, PE was recently awarded Young Engineer of the Year by the American Society of Civil Engineer’s[…]

BHB Ranks on ENR’s List for 2021

BHB ranks for the second consecutive time on ENR’s Top Design Firms List.

BHB Wins Zweig Award for the Third Year in a Row

Baird, Hampton & Brown places 12th on Zweig’s Best Firms to Work For list

Meet Thomas Wilson, PE

Electrical Engineer Thomas Wilson leads BHB’s newest office in San Antonio

Introducing Our New San Antonio Office

We are establishing our permanent presence in central Texas, led by Associate Thomas Wilson, PE

Meet the Interns 2021

Introducing our summer interns at each office!

Engineering a Future for Joshua ISD Graduates

Bill and Terresa Baird celebrate five years of awarding the Baird, Hampton & Brown Engineering Scholarship.

The Ethics of Engineering

The importance behind ASCE’s decision to update its code of ethics

Meet Our Administrative Team!

Celebrating this year’s Administrative Professionals Day

A Unique Civil Engineering Solution

Providing public sewer service to a local community

Mechanical System Solutions: Chilled Water

Chilled water systems use water to remove heat from the air

Growth of BHB Structural Department

See what our Structural team has accomplished in their first year

Pushing the Bar on Efficient Building Design

BHB’s commitment to the 2030 Challenge

Exterior Lighting Studies

Applying electrical engineering to improve safety after dark

Mechanical System Solutions: DX RTUs

Direct Expansion Rooftop Units are a common air-conditioning system with several advantages

Introducing the LG Hydro Kit to VRF Systems

How this new system increased HVAC efficiency for our client

BHB Bids Farewell to 2020

As the new year begins, Baird, Hampton & Brown looks back at our year in review

BHB Announces Ten Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown announces employee promotions to further the company’s growth and expertise.

BHB Donates Services to Build Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County

Baird, Hampton & Brown is proud to have been part of the CAC’s mission to end the cycle of child abuse.

Remembering Michael Jay Buckley, PE

The story of an influential Building Partner in the early days of BHB

Weatherford College Breaks Ground on Workforce Building

The joint-use Workforce & Emerging Technologies building is anticipated to open at the end of next year.

Meet Bill Baird

Bill Baird, a civil engineer, is one of BHB’s three founders.

Mechanical System Solutions: Geothermal Heat Pumps

The inner workings of this ground-source heat pump system and its applications

Complete Streets: A New Approach to Infrastructure Design

How municipalities are maximizing the utility and safety of right-of-ways to best serve their communities

Pivoting Alongside our Building Partners

How we’ve helped some of our clients with unanticipated projects this summer

The Importance of BIM in Structural Engineering

A look at Building Information Modeling (BIM) and its applications in structural engineering

Meet Ron Ishmael

Highlights of BHB’s first structural engineer’s career (so far)

Breaking Ground on The Underground

Fort Worth’s first drop-in center for victims of human trafficking will open later this year

The State of the Market

Looking ahead in light of this year’s impacts on the market and construction sector

BHB Named a 2020 Best Firm to Work For

Baird, Hampton & Brown has been ranked again on this year’s list from Zweig Group

Women in Engineering Day 2020

BHB engineers on the importance of mentoring and visibility for women in STEM

BHB Ranks as an ENR TxLA Top Design Firm

In our first year on the list, the firm places #72 overall

Storm Shelter Requirement Included in 2015 IBC

Code requirements and design considerations for storm shelters

Returning to the Office

Options for office spaces post-COVID-19

Mass Timber from a Structural Engineering Standpoint

What you should know about the upcoming structural building system trend

28 Years of Memorable Projects

BHB celebrates 28 years in business with a walk down memory lane

Native Plants vs. Well-Adapted Plants in North Texas Landscapes

Our landscape architecture team is mindful of the various landscapes in which we work, as well as carefully selecting[…]

Increasing Virus Protection Through HVAC Systems

Combatting airborne exposure in a patient care environment

Strategic Decision Making in Light of COVID-19

During this unprecedented time, BHB is here to help

BHB Employee Joins U.S. National Guard

Ritchie Chairez is taking a break from his professional career to serve in the National Guard.

3D Laser Scanning Technology Transforms Land Surveying

BHB’s land surveying department stays in step with the ever-changing industry.

Meet Konstantine Bakintas

As BHB President and Senior Civil Engineer, Konstantine Bakintas has been an outstanding asset to the company for over[…]

Joe LaCroix Named Young Engineer of the Year

Civil Engineer Joe LaCroix has been named Young Engineer of the Year by TSPE’s Fort Worth Chapter.

BHB Celebrates Engineers Week

Engineers Week is dedicated to appreciating the impact engineers have on our community.

BHB Hosts Professional Conduct and Ethics Seminar

The event provided an opportunity for private and public sector engineers to discuss professional conduct and ethics.

BHB Recognized on UTA’s Mavs 100 List

The inaugural list recognizes alumni entrepreneurs.

A New TSPE Chapter at Tarleton State

BHB engineer helps start the state’s 9th student chapter of the professional development organization.

BHB Applies Energy Storage System as Emergency Power Source

BHB’s use of an ESS as backup power is thought to be the first of its kind in North America.

BHB Announces Addition of Structural Engineering

Ronald Ishmael, PE will lead structural engineering at the firm.

BHB Wraps Up a Successful 2019, Looks Forward to New Year

2019 brought year of growth for Baird, Hampton & Brown.

BHB Announces Employee Promotions, Hires Structural Engineer

Baird, Hampton & Brown announces multiple promotions and a new hire to enhance services and better assist clients.

Keep Your Building Running Successfully with Preventative Maintenance

Implementing an effective PM system can prolong the life of equipment.

Engineering for a Sustainable Future

BHB engineers are experienced in designing sustainable systems that can positively impact our environment.

A Bright Future for Power over Ethernet Lighting

PoE powered lighting is an evolving technology that could be the next disruptor in the lighting industry.

BHB Helps Local Nonprofit Get Dedicated Rehearsal Space

To thank BHB, Kids Who Care surprised employees with an in-office performance complete with acting, singing, and dancing.

BHB Attends Annual TML Conference

BHB had a presence on the exhibition floor to showcase our municipal project experience.

Throwback Thursday: SWBTS Campus Assessments […]
Meet Les Brown

Les Brown, a mechanical engineer, is one of BHB’s three founders.

BHB Named a 2019 Top 100 Company

BHB was recognized by Fort Worth Business Press as a Top 100 Company in Tarrant County.

Our Weatherford Office has Moved!

BHB’s Weatherford team has moved to a larger office to continue to meet the needs of clients.

IECC 2018 Puts Energy Efficiency at Top of Mind

The updated IECC 2018 code adoption includes updates and specifications that impact mechanical and electrical designs.

Meet Merlin Hampton

Merlin Hampton, an electrical engineer, is one of BHB’s three founders.

VRF a Leading Energy Efficient HVAC System in North Texas

VRF HVAC systems are starting to become a preferred solution for owners as they renovate or build.

Texas House Bill Affects Roles in the Construction and Renovation of Buildings

House Bill 2439 will alter the current architectural regulations that municipalities have for building construction.

We searched for the best interns of 2019 and found 10 results!

Get to know our Summer 2019 class of interns!

BHB Named a Best Firm to Work For

Baird, Hampton & Brown has been named a 2019 Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group.

28 Years of Memorable Projects

Today, BHB celebrates 28 years in business with a walk down memory lane. We asked members of company leadership, “what is your favorite or most memorable BHB project thus far?” From the firm’s first foray into Autocad in 1992 to the renovation of an iconic downtown Fort Worth building, here are their answers.

Federal Medical Center at Carswell AFB

Bill Baird, PE, RPLS | Founder, Senior Civil Engineer

“A really significant early project was the Federal Medical Center for the FBOP.  This was in 1994, so at the time it was really important to us.  It helped us grow and gain credentials and credibility.” The project included a site and project master plan with site improvements, a low security medical compound, a minimum security prison satellite camp, a Federal Prison Industries Factory, a regional logistics warehouse and various food service/dining facilities.”

Diamond Hill Clinic – Tarrant County Hospital District

Merlin Hampton, PE | Founder, Senior Electrical Engineer

“Up until this time [1992], all of our projects were manually drafted on our one and only drafting table. We were excited to get this project because the owner required it to be drafted in Autocad and not all companies at that time had committed to using CAD. … We saw this as an opportunity to get a jump-start on our competition. Bill, Les, and I eagerly started learning Autocad and even used our IT consultant to select software and hardware to automatically back-up all of our digital files.

A day or two before our Diamond Hill Clinic was due, we had our IT consultant come to our office and make sure everything was working properly on the back-up system. He said it was, and to prove it and before we could register our objection, he deleted all of the Diamond Hill electrical files! He said it was no problem; he would just go to the back-up tapes and retrieve the backed-up files. To our chagrin, he had programmed the system in error to only back up the names of the files and not the files themselves! He had deleted the entire electrical files and no back-up files were available!

The project was due in two days and it could not be delayed, since it was a county project and had already been advertised in the newspaper. Fortunately, I had plotted a full set of electrical drawings the day before, so I immediately began to re-draw all of the electrical drawings. The owner was very understanding and we issued the electrical drawings by addendum to the contract documents about a week later. We still have that old drafting table, but it hardly ever has been used. CAD drafting became a way of life for us, and still is, for over 27 years.”

Expansion & Renovation of Trinity and LD Bell High Schools – HEB ISD

Les Brown, PE | Founder, Senior Mechanical Engineer

“I remember that it really taxed our mechanical group at the time (1995). I don’t remember how many we had in mechanical then, but I recall that we had to pull more than one all-nighter to get it done. We replaced all of the chillers, boilers and air handling units in both high schools with rooftop units. We added over 230 rooftop units and 20 split systems.

But another memorable part of the job is that during the first day of school Merlin got a call that one of the schools lost all power. The power company had increased the size of the transformer but had not increased the size of the fuse on the incoming service, so it had blown when all the new load was turned on. Fortunately it was a power company oversight and not anything to do with the design.”

North Riverside Drive – City of Fort Worth

Konstantine Bakintas, PE | President, Senior Civil Engineer

“For me, this one stands out because it is fairly large [engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture services for the reconstruction and widening of one mile of a four-lane divided arterial roadway], and includes two roundabouts – still a fairly progressive approach to addressing intersections. Our North Riverside Drive project is now finally under construction… we were first awarded this contract in 2014, and it has taken this long to design, acquire the right-of-way, and relocate the franchise utilities.” The full scope of this project included new travel lanes, turn lanes, medians, median openings, 10’ sidewalks, multi-use (hike & bike) trails, streetlights, and storm drainage system analysis and upgrades.

Tarrant County 1895 Courthouse 

Ken Randall, PE , LEED AP | COO, Senior Electrical Engineer

BHB worked on this CMEP project in six phases over several years with Art Weinman. It involved the demolition of the Tarrant County Civil Courts building and restoration of the west entrance to the courthouse; the study and analysis phase began in 2006, with substantial completion in 2012. This building was one of the first structural steel framed buildings built in the Southwest. It is on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Recorded Texas Landmark and State Archeological Landmark.

Baylor Scott & White Transplant Operating Room

Richard Watters, PE | Principal, Senior Mechanical Engineer

“In light of the current pandemic and renewed critical importance of healthcare, I can’t help but think of one of our projects at Baylor Scott & White. It was for their Transplant Operating Room, which was a brand new room in their existing sterile suite. The room was slightly bigger than a traditional OR because of all the services and people that would be involved in the organ transplant. It required us to really understand what everyone on the transplant team would be doing and how our building systems would help them. … [Because some equipment didn’t perform per the specifications,] we spent hours in the field and even helped with the final test and balance to get everything operating properly the night before the State was going to perform their final inspection and certify the room.

Engineering isn’t just putting pens on paper (or clicking a mouse on a screen); sometimes it involves jumping into the problem to see how we can help. It was incredible to be a part of that project, knowing that something we did would play a small role in extending someone’s life or improving their life. Now Baylor Scott & White is home to one of the largest volume liver and heart transplant programs in the nation.”

Blog Archive

BHB Welcomes Summer Interns

As the 2024 summer winds down, BHB is proud to have welcomed a dynamic and ambitious cohort of college students to our team as part of our internship program. Our internship program has long been a valuable asset, bringing fresh perspectives and budding talent into our company. We are thrilled to introduce you to the […]

Leadership in Engineering: Celebrating our Engineers’ Service on PE Day

On PE Day, we celebrate and acknowledge the remarkable contributions of our engineering staff who have served or are currently serving on boards in various professional organizations. Their dedication in these leadership roles exemplifies their commitment to the engineering profession and its advancement. Whether through ASHRAE, ASCE, TSPE, or other industry groups, these talented individuals […]

Engineering for Good: Les Brown’s Service

In 1979, Les Brown, future founder of Baird, Hampton & Brown, sought a way to use his mechanical engineering skills to serve others. During a Christian Missions conference, he was introduced to TECH Team Advantage (TTA), formerly known as Missionary Tech Team, an organization that would allow him to donate his expertise to Christian communities […]

Mouser Electronics Fuses Efficiency and Sustainability with PoE Lighting Architecture

At Baird, Hampton & Brown (BHB), we pride ourselves on providing innovative engineering solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability. As our long-time client, Mouser Electronics, embarked on a 416,000-square-foot expansion project in Dallas-Fort Worth, we helped them prioritize sustainability through advanced Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting technology. Project Highlights Mouser Electronics, a Berkshire Hathaway company, […]

Chad Wallace: Building Brighter Futures at The Fortress

In the heart of the Historic Southside community lies a beacon of hope and service, The Fortress. This organization provides essential resources for children and their families, supporting them toward long-term stability, health, and happiness. Playing a pivotal role in furthering The Fortress’s mission is Chad Wallace, BHB’s Principal and Civil Engineer whose commitment to […]

Merlin Hampton Retires After 32 Years at BHB

Founding Principal Merlin Hampton, PE, has retired from Baird, Hampton & Brown.   Merlin is an electrical engineer with over 50 years of experience in consulting engineering. He is a founding principal of BHB and has been instrumental in the success and longevity of the firm.   Merlin, along with Bill Baird and Les Brown, founded […]

Improving Indoor Air Quality at the University of Texas at Arlington

  In response to the nationwide scramble to improve indoor air quality during the pandemic, the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) embarked on a groundbreaking project in collaboration with BHB and Texas Air Systems. This endeavor, in relation to the Coronavirus Air, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act signed into law by President Donald […]

BHB Wins Awards Recognizing Excellence in Workplace Culture

In a testament to our commitment to fostering an outstanding work environment, BHB has recently clinched two notable awards: the 2024 Best Place for Working Parents and the Zweig Group’s 2023 Best Firms to Work For. These accolades highlight our dedication to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and consistently excels […]

BHB Hosts Cornhole Tournament For Charity

Baird, Hampton & Brown hosted the second annual BHB vs. Quorum Architects Cornhole Tournament in October, successfully raising $1,300 for Lena Pope. This annual event aims to build camaraderie with one of our longtime building partners through friendly competition while also raising money for a good cause. Each firm invites all employees to attend the […]

Animal Shelter Design from an Engineering Perspective

Animal shelters are meant to provide short-term housing for dogs, cats, and other domestic animals until they can find their forever home. Depending on their background, many shelter animals can have a rough past due to no fault of their own. Whether they were abused, neglected, lost, or replaced, animals in shelters are often broken […]

Meet Our 2023 Summer Interns

With a group of 11 interns in electrical, civil, mechanical, and structural engineering, as well as two administrative interns, BHB has assembled a dynamic and ambitious cohort of college students eager to dip their toes into the world of engineering. Our internship program has long been a valuable asset to our team, providing us with […]

Promotion Announcement: Gibran Michel, DBIA, LEED AP

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently announced the promotion of Gibran Michel to further the growth and expertise of the company. Gibran Michel, DBIA, LEED AP was promoted to Senior Associate. BHB couldn’t be happier to announce this well-deserving promotion, as Gibran has been an asset to the firm for almost 27 […]

Building Blocks: BHB’s Annual Seminar Series

BHB hosted its inaugural Building Blocks event in April to educate employees on our business and company. The two-day seminar series provided several courses for employees to expand their knowledge and learn the necessary skills to become field experts and reach their career goals. Richard Watters is the Chairman of BHB’s Training and Development Committee; […]

BHB Donates Services for New Uvalde Elementary School

Baird, Hampton & Brown is proud to donate our mechanical and electrical engineering services to the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District to build a new elementary school. The new school will replace Robb Elementary, where a tragic mass shooting took the lives of 19 children and two teachers in May of 2022. This project is […]

Retirement Announcement: Kevin Miller, PE

With mixed emotions, Baird, Hampton & Brown announces the recent retirement of Kevin Miller, PE after being a valuable member of our team for 22 years. Kevin began his career in 1980 as Assistant City Engineer for the City of Goshen, Indiana before moving to Texas a year later. Kevin worked for BHB’s founder Bill […]

BHB Announces Several Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently announced nine promotions to further the growth and expertise of the company. Paul Morris, PE, Mario Calzada, PE, Daniel Franklin, PE, and Skylar Wierzbicki, PE, were all promoted to Associate. While Kirk Plum, PE, Chris Fowler, Lindsay Lafferty, PE, Peter Caravano, PE, and Omar Rubio, PE, […]

Why Hire a Registered Professional Land Surveyor?

The public at large often asks, “Why should I have my land surveyed by a Registered Professional Land Surveyor as opposed to trusting GIS databases or my real-estate agent’s opinion?” First, let’s define what a Registered Professional Land Surveyor is. A Registered Professional Land Surveyor is an accredited professional who conducts land surveys to measure and […]

Retirement Announcement: Konstantine Bakintas, PE

Baird, Hampton & Brown is saddened yet excited to reflect upon the recent retirement of Konstantine Bakintas, PE after being a key leader in the firm, and part of the family, for 29 years. His tenure and leadership with BHB included spreading our vision to Grapevine by opening and running an office there for 17 […]

BHB Looks Back at Highlights of 2022

BHB is grateful for another successful year, and we couldn’t have done it without our building partners and dedicated employees. We celebrated a huge milestone in 2022– our 30th anniversary! We started 769 new projects and were able to serve 186 Texas cities. We had multiple promotions: four Senior Associates, four Associates, and five Project […]

BHB Announces Four Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently announced four promotions to further the growth and expertise of the company. Chad Wallace, PE, Joe LaCroix, PE, Ron Ishmael, PE, and Ana Garcia, CPA were all promoted to Senior Associate. BHB couldn’t be happier to promote these well-deserving individuals. Chad Wallace, PE has been with […]

FirstCash in Fort Worth Earns EPA’s Energy Star Certification

BHB provided the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services to remodel and upgrade FirstCash Fort Worth’s corporate headquarters. FirstCash Fort Worth is located at 1600 W 7th St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, and is a nine-story, 165,550 SF commercial office building that was originally built in 1985 but has undergone several renovations since then. BHB […]

Meet Trace Strevey

Having been with the firm since 1994, Trace Strevey, PE, has played an active role in the growth of Baird, Hampton & Brown (BHB). As a principal, senior civil engineer, and now president of the firm, Trace is vital to developing the company and its young professionals. However, despite over 29 years in the industry, […]

30 Years of Building Partners

Baird, Hampton & Brown was founded on April 23, 1992, by Bill Baird, Merlin Hampton, and Les Brown. BHB opened its first office at the WT Waggoner building in downtown Fort Worth and rented on a month-to-month basis, because they were unsure how their new business venture would pan out. The founders started BHB with […]

What It Takes To Be A Surveyor

“Surveying is a skilled professional position, it’s not just a vocational job,” said John Margotta, Vice President of Land Surveying. Often times people have their own ideas and misconceptions of what surveyors do and what it takes to be a surveyor. It’s not an easy profession, and it takes a certain skillset and personality to […]

Sustainable Selections for Higher Education Campuses

The demand for more sustainable buildings is growing faster than ever. The construction industry has been forced into making more energy-conscious choices in their equipment selection and operation of systems. While these practices are commonly integrated into today’s buildings, there are differences in how each facility type approaches these decisions. When selecting building systems, a […]

BHB Pursues Storm Shelter Certification

Last fall, the National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA) held its annual Storm Shelter Conference featuring a variety of technical presentations and certification opportunities. Invited to speak at this year’s event was BHB Mechanical Engineer, Allen Grammer, PE. At the time, Allen sat as Chair of the NSSA’s Mechanical Exam Committee, a group responsible for writing […]

BHB Named “Best Place For Working Parents” For Third Consecutive Year

Most parents have lots of responsibilities, juggling work and time with their families, not to mention the hassle of finding childcare. When a workplace offers benefits for the working parent that allows them to have more balance in their life, that is extremely important. In fact, that is why most working parents leave jobs, because […]

BHB Wraps Up 2021, Looks Ahead to the New Year

BHB is grateful for another successful year, and we couldn’t have done it without our building partners and dedicated employees. BHB saw rapid growth in employee count and workload this year. We hired 29 new employees, bringing the count to 120 team members with more to come! 46% of our employees have a tenure of […]

BHB Announces Three Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently announced three promotions to further the growth and expertise of the company. Robert Lee, RPLS and Jake Hammons, PE were promoted to Project Managers and Scott Crawford, PE was promoted to an Associate. BHB couldn’t be happier to promote these well-deserving individuals. Scott Crawford, PE was […]

Contractor Bids on Municipal Projects

No matter the size, Baird, Hampton & Brown has assisted our local Texas municipalities with soliciting bids and selecting project contractors for over 25 years. Our proven experience has provided a range of clients with a smooth and efficient bidding and contract award process from start to finish. In concert with each client, we develop […]

Hard Money Option Period

During the feasibility period (typically the first 30 days) the developer has a “free look” at the property to determine if a successful project can be built. Rather than going straight to closing, many commercial real estate transactions allow for an additional option period before closing called a hard money option. These time extensions are […]

An Introduction to Facilities Engineering at BHB

At BHB, we consider ourselves Building Partners – a term that feels especially relevant to our facilities engineering clients. These include industrial, higher education, and manufacturing clients with whom we maintain long-term relationships. With these organizations constantly growing, rearranging, and renovating their campuses, it is our role to help keep their facilities operating at the […]

Rise in Material Costs Impacts Industry Progress

The construction industry has always experienced cyclic highs and lows. There are times when construction contractors are busy and pricing is up and times when projects are scarce and bids are well below budgeted amounts. However, pandemic-related disruptions in the supply chain of construction materials are something new and continue to impact the flow of […]

Doing your Due Diligence: The First 30 Days

As any commercial real estate developer has learned, it’s the unforeseen problems that have the most potential to turn a project into a money pit. When it comes to your land and its supporting infrastructure, the team at BHB is well equipped to help evaluate the site before and during the acquisition process to help you […]

Lindsay Lafferty, PE Named 2021 Young Engineer of the Year

BHB’s Civil Engineer Lindsay Lafferty, PE was recently selected by the American Society of Civil Engineer’s (ASCE) Fort Worth chapter as their 2021 Young Engineer of the Year. Every year this award recognizes civil engineers 35 years old and younger that showcase outstanding work in the civil engineering profession and make significant contributions to the […]

BHB Ranks on ENR’s List for 2021

Baird, Hampton & Brown is proud to announce our second consecutive ranking on Engineering News Record Texas and Louisiana’s Top Design Firms list. We have ranked #77 overall and #28 in the Master Planned Development/Site Infrastructure sector. BHB is honored to be included on this annual list that ranks both publicly and privately held U.S. […]

BHB Wins Zweig Award for the Third Year in a Row

Baird, Hampton & Brown is excited to announce our third win for Zweig Group’s 2021 Best Firms to Work for Award, ranking #12 out of 35 in the 100-199 employee category. We are truly honored to win this award among so many prestigious firms. The award recognizes AEC (architecture, engineering, environmental, planning, and construction) firms […]

Meet Thomas Wilson, PE

Thomas Wilson is an electrical engineer from the small town of Bastrop, Texas. He graduated from Texas State University with his Bachelor’s in Manufacturing Engineering and has 10 years of professional experience, six of which have been with Baird, Hampton and Brown. He says his favorite part of engineering is that “engineering builds upon the […]

Introducing Our New San Antonio Office

Since 1992, BHB has provided services of land surveying, engineering, and landscape architecture with offices in Grapevine, Fort Worth, Weatherford, and now San Antonio. We’ve had a presence in central Texas for over 25 years and are excited to continue that with the addition of our new office location. The addition of the new office […]

Meet the Interns 2021

Raquel Sandoval- Fort Worth Electrical Engineering Intern Texas Christian University- Electrical Engineering “All extreme situations have their flashes that sometimes blind us, sometimes illuminate us.”-Les Miserables -Born and raised in Honduras -Native language is Spanish, but sometimes thinks and dreams in English -She brings Honduran coffee back to TCU to remind her of home   […]

Engineering a Future for Joshua ISD Graduates

On Monday, May 10, three Joshua High School graduates were awarded the Baird, Hampton & Brown Engineering Scholarship, presented to individuals enrolled at an accredited university pursuing a degree in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering. Five years since its official inception, the initial idea to set up this scholarship stemmed from personal experience. BHB’s Senior […]

The Ethics of Engineering

As members of their profession, engineers are expected to exhibit the highest standard of ethical integrity. With a direct impact on the public’s welfare, the services engineers provide requires honesty, impartiality, and a dedication to public health and safety. Professional organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), National Society of Professional Engineers, […]

Meet Our Administrative Team!

To celebrate Administrative Professionals Day, we wanted to introduce some of the team members that go above and beyond to keep our company running smoothly!  We asked our administrators what they love about their profession: Ashley Thomas, Administrative Assistant: There are a lot of different tasks that keep every day different. Whether I’m interacting […]

A Unique Civil Engineering Solution

Though much of a civil engineer’s work is not glamorous by any means, that doesn’t mean that it isn’t often significant or impactful. One example of this is our recent work designing the largest low-pressure sewer system owned and operated by the City of Fort Worth. Also the largest such system designed by BHB in […]

Mechanical System Solutions: Chilled Water

Chilled water systems work similarly to direct expansion (DX) systems with the exception that instead of refrigerant, water flows through the system. The chiller uses an internal refrigeration cycle to chill water in a chiller barrel. Once inside the chiller barrel, the chiller removes heat from the water through heat transfer to a colder internal […]

Growth of BHB Structural Department

Establishing the newest department in almost ten years was an exciting announcement for Baird, Hampton & Brown. Although the COVID-19 pandemic struck only a few months after the department’s inception, the team has proven their capabilities through their strides and accomplishments within their first year. Ron Ishmael, PE became BHB’s first structural engineer, bringing with […]

Pushing the Bar on Efficient Building Design

At BHB, we’ve always been committed to helping our clients meet their sustainable design goals through ongoing research and education on the newest energy efficient technologies and systems. We are proud to have been one of the first engineering firms in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to join the 2030 Challenge. “The 2030 Challenge is an […]

Exterior Lighting Studies

Whether a large academic or corporate campus or residential neighborhood, the need for thorough yet efficient exterior lighting can seem like a daunting task. Not only can an electrical engineer design improvements to your existing exterior lighting, but we can also help you from the beginning of the planning phase. Through an exterior lighting study, […]

Mechanical System Solutions: DX RTUs

Direct Expansion Rooftop Units (DX RTUs) are a common form of air-conditioning in the industry. This type of system is widely used for its low initial cost and simplicity, and thus has gained an unfair reputation as a low-quality system. The system’s flexibility and range of options allows it to be considered for various types […]

Introducing the LG Hydro Kit to VRF Systems

As a consulting engineering firm, we are always looking for new technologies to increase the efficiencies of the HVAC systems we design. Doing this allows us to offer our clients the most up to date products to help them evaluate the right systems for their project. Over the past two decades, variable refrigerant flow (VRF) […]

BHB Bids Farewell to 2020

As Baird, Hampton & Brown closes 2020, we are grateful to our building partners for their support and dedication throughout the year. Over the past 12 months, BHB has seen the addition of 14 new employees, the extension of our services to include Structural Engineering, and ten employee promotions. BHB also received recognition on the […]

BHB Announces Ten Employee Promotions

Baird, Hampton & Brown, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, recently announced ten promotions to further the company’s growth and expertise. Craig Gregory, PE, Senior Electrical Engineer, has been promoted to Vice President of Facilities Engineering in recognition of his efforts in strengthening the company’s industrial partnerships with Dannon, Gatorade, Lockheed Martin, and Pepsi.  During Craig’s 27 […]

BHB Donates Services to Build Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County

Baird, Hampton & Brown is dedicated to making a positive difference, both in our offices and in our communities. A recent testament to that mission was the construction of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Parker County (CAC). Parker County Attorney, John Forrest, recognized the work BHB had done in 2015 on Grace House Ministries Options […]

Remembering Michael Jay Buckley, PE

Ask any business owner to reflect on the early days of their venture, and they’re sure to tell you stories of the partnerships that made it possible. Over the past 28 years at Baird, Hampton & Brown, we’ve worked with countless influential Business Partners who have left their mark on our business for years to […]

Weatherford College Breaks Ground on Workforce Building

Last month, Weatherford College (WC) broke ground on the 70,000 square-foot Workforce & Emerging Technologies building in a unique and symbolic fashion. As a new robotics program will be housed in this development, WC President, Dr. Tod Allen Farmer, had the school’s very own programmed robot move the first shovel to lead the groundbreaking ceremony. […]

Meet Bill Baird

Unlike most kids his age, Bill Baird was certain that he was going to be an engineer starting in the fifth grade. His passion for math and science pointed directly towards a career that would serve the clients and community in and around his hometown of Arlington, Texas. After graduating from the University of Texas […]

Mechanical System Solutions: Geothermal Heat Pumps

Geothermal heat pumps, sometimes referred to as earth-coupled, ground-source, or water-source heat pumps, use underground piping and the earth’s natural temperature as the source for heat transfer (instead of outside air). Despite seasonal temperature changes, the ground a few feet below the earth’s surface remains at a relatively constant temperature of 45°F to 75°F – […]

Complete Streets: A New Approach to Infrastructure Design

A relatively new term, Complete Streets refers to what is, in essence, well thought-out infrastructure design. A Complete Street project takes a balanced approach to maximize the space available for as many user groups as possible. As we continue to see an increase in interest in this approach for North Texas municipalities, we’d like to […]

Pivoting Alongside our Building Partners

A lot of things in our day-to-day work look different now than they did a year ago. We’ve all spent some amount of time working from home, video call meetings have become the new normal, and we wonder when we’ll be back to shaking hands. But in addition to these changes that we’ve all experienced, […]

The Importance of BIM in Structural Engineering

BIM has become essential among the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. This process has shown tremendous potential and has provided AEC professionals with a more integrated approach when visualizing and designing buildings and facilities. BIM utilizes advanced software and file sharing techniques to implement and model the many intricate components of construction while maintaining […]

Meet Ron Ishmael

As a child, Ron was fascinated with buildings – a fascination that only grew with him. At the start of 2020 he became BHB’s first structural engineer, bringing with him 14 years of experience in consulting engineering. Over those years, he’s had the opportunity to work on a wide variety of unique and noteworthy projects, […]

Breaking Ground on The Underground

This summer, BHB has had the honor of being on the design team for a project which will fill an important hole in our community: The Underground, a drop-in center for Unbound Fort Worth. Unbound Fort Worth works with local organizations, schools, and shelters to increase awareness of human trafficking and empower youth to stay […]

The State of the Market

2020 started with construction continuing to roll after a successful 2019. In fact, we have seen about seven (7) years of growth in the construction industry and about ten (10) years of growth in the financial markets, though we did see a slow-down at the end of 2018 in the market that may have contributed […]

BHB Named a 2020 Best Firm to Work For

Baird, Hampton & Brown is excited to announce our designation as a 2020 Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group. This award recognizes the top engineering, architecture, and construction firms in the US and Canada based on workplace practices, employee benefits, and more. Since our first year of participation in 2019, we’re proud to […]

Women in Engineering Day 2020

It’s no secret that women are a minority in the engineering profession. Despite a 58% increase in bachelor’s degrees in engineering and computer science awarded to women from 2012 to 20171, only 13% of engineers are women2. Although outnumbered by men, women in STEM professions have proven time and time again to be just as […]

BHB Ranks as an ENR TxLA Top Design Firm

Baird, Hampton & Brown is excited to announce our inclusion on Engineering News-Record Texas & Louisiana’s Top Design Firms list. In our first year to rank amongst the region’s largest design firms, we have come in at #72 overall and #10 in the Master-Planned Development/Site Infrastructure sector. We’re honored to be included alongside many accomplished […]

Storm Shelter Requirement Included in 2015 IBC

Over 1,000 tornadoes touch down each year in the United States. Texas is one of the highest-ranking states for the average number of tornadoes per year. Tragedies such as Joplin, Missouri and Moore, Oklahoma remind us of the impact tornadoes can have on human life and public safety. How can we make our structures safer […]

Returning to the Office

The virus responsible for the COVID-19 disease, officially named SARS CoV-2, is very contagious and has quickly spread globally. The CoVs have become the major pathogens of emerging respiratory outbreaks in the world (Astuti & Ysrafil, 2020) and preventing transmission of the disease in our community is our best weapon against the outbreak. Transmission of […]

Mass Timber from a Structural Engineering Standpoint

Mass timber is a type of framing style that utilizes solid wood panels for wall, floor, and roof building construction and is an emerging trend that is reviving timber construction. Innovations in mass timber make it competitive with steel and concrete in larger and taller building applications such as long spans or tall walls. As […]

28 Years of Memorable Projects

Today, BHB celebrates 28 years in business with a walk down memory lane. We asked members of company leadership, “what is your favorite or most memorable BHB project thus far?” From the firm’s first foray into Autocad in 1992 to the renovation of an iconic downtown Fort Worth building, here are their answers. Federal Medical […]

Native Plants vs. Well-Adapted Plants in North Texas Landscapes

At Baird, Hampton & Brown, our landscape architecture team works to create designs that add to the visual appeal of office buildings, plazas, playgrounds, and more. Apart from the aesthetic aspect, landscape architecture is also about being mindful of the various landscapes in which we work, as well as carefully selecting plants that will best […]

Increasing Virus Protection Through HVAC Systems

Much like other companies around the world, we continue to monitor the outbreak of COVID-19 and assess what we can do as a firm to help the community around us. As experts in our field, we always seek to find new and better ways to serve our clients. Amid the current crisis, we have researched […]

Strategic Decision Making in Light of COVID-19

Due to recent events and the uncertainty of the COVID-19 shutdown, the economic impact has either reduced or ceased funding for many projects. At BHB, we are Building Partners, and we recognize the importance of communicating with owners and clients to understand their goals and needs in relation to how current events are affecting businesses. […]

BHB Employee Joins U.S. National Guard

Ritchie Chairez has worked at BHB for three years as a civil Engineer in Training (EIT), with the goal to one day obtain the designation of Professional Engineer (PE). He is a valued member of the firm and helps live out our philosophy to serve clients with integrity and make a positive difference in our […]

3D Laser Scanning Technology Transforms Land Surveying

Since BHB began offering land surveying services in 1994, the rapid rate at which the technology has changed and improved has been influential to not only the growth of the surveying department, but the growth of the entire firm. In recent years, the land surveying department at BHB has taken advantage of 3D scanning technology […]

Meet Konstantine Bakintas

Konstantine Bakintas, PE, is a major influence at Baird, Hampton & Brown. Not only is he a senior civil engineer, but he is also President and is instrumental in defining and guiding the firm’s strategy and structure. Having been an outstanding asset to the company for over 26 years, his successes and determination began much […]

Joe LaCroix Named Young Engineer of the Year

BHB Project Manager Joe LaCroix, PE has been named Young Engineer of the Year by the Fort Worth Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers. This award is presented to individuals less than 34 years old who exhibit outstanding technical ability, have made great professional achievements, and continually support civic and humanitarian activities for […]

BHB Celebrates Engineers Week

Engineers Week is dedicated to appreciating what engineers do and how their contributions affect our communities, while also inspiring young students to pursue engineering and spur their excitement about the profession. Engineering can be looked at as a career that is focused on the willingness to learn and solve problems, while sparking creativity. “We need […]

BHB Hosts Professional Conduct and Ethics Seminar

Ethics play a vital role in engineering, from both public and private perspectives. That’s why, as a Professional Engineer (PE), one of the required 15 hours of annual professional development hours (PDH) must be dedicated to ethics. BHB was proud to partner with the City of Fort Worth again this year to host the Professional […]

BHB Recognized on UTA’s Mavs 100 List

On January 24, Baird, Hampton & Brown was recognized by the University of Texas at Arlington as one of the 100 fastest-growing Maverick businesses. Known as the Mavs 100, the inaugural event celebrated successful alumni and their entrepreneurial achievements. BHB consists of 34 UTA alumni, with Mavericks comprising 30% of the company, including two of […]

A New TSPE Chapter at Tarleton State

Engineering students at Tarleton State University can now join a collegiate chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers (TSPE) on their own campus, thanks in part to the efforts of BHB Civil Engineer and Tarleton alumna Skylar Wierzbicki. Part of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), this chapter is the ninth student chapter […]

BHB Applies Energy Storage System as Emergency Power Source

In today’s modern era, owners are starting to think about the impact their projects have on the environment today, tomorrow, and 50 years from now. In fact, many are willing to spend more money upfront on a product or technology if it will reduce the harm to ecosystems. What’s more is that using these products […]

BHB Announces Addition of Structural Engineering

Baird, Hampton & Brown is excited to announce the addition of structural engineering. This new service adds to our five other sectors of mechanical/plumbing, electrical, and civil engineering; land surveying; and landscape architecture. The decision to offer structural engineering has been a strategic goal of BHB’s for several years and has become more pressing after […]

BHB Wraps Up a Successful 2019, Looks Forward to New Year

As Baird, Hampton & Brown closes out 2019, we are grateful to our clients and employees for another successful year serving DFW and surrounding areas. The past 12 months have seen the addition of 13 new employees, our Weatherford office moving to a larger location, and 11 promotions. BHB also received three firm awards – […]

BHB Announces Employee Promotions, Hires Structural Engineer

The multi-disciplinary engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture firm of Baird, Hampton & Brown recently announced the promotion of eight employees, and the hiring of a structural engineer. Austin Baird, PE, Senior Civil Engineer, was promoted to Principal to further BHB’s strategic vision, while strengthening client and business relationships. During his 17 years at BHB, […]

Keep Your Building Running Successfully with Preventative Maintenance

Preventative maintenance (PM) is the service regularly performed on a piece of equipment to lessen the likelihood of it failing. Planned and performed during regular business hours while the equipment is still working, PM helps make sure resources are accessible, while decreasing operating costs and the chance of machinery failing unexpectedly. Having a PM schedule […]

Engineering for a Sustainable Future

The ever-changing term “sustainability” is used often in this modern era, as the importance of maintaining a balanced environment economically and socially is a topic that is top of mind for many. When applied to engineering, sustainable design focuses on material usage, land usage, and energy efficiency in order to minimize a building’s environmental impact, […]

A Bright Future for Power over Ethernet Lighting

Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting is an evolving technology that could possibly be the lighting industry’s next disruptor. While the term is somewhat unfamiliar to the general public, the concept — and its applications to power computers and VoIP phones — is not new. The known component is Ethernet, and the evolution is in providing […]

BHB Helps Local Nonprofit Get Dedicated Rehearsal Space

Here at Baird, Hampton & Brown, we provide engineering and design services for hundreds of various projects each year. However, once in a while, there are certain projects that have special meaning – including a recent project that can’t be measured by the length of pipe and wire, but instead by the number of people […]

BHB Attends Annual TML Conference

Earlier this month, representatives from Baird, Hampton & Brown attended the Texas Municipal League Annual Conference and Exhibition in San Antonio. The annual event attracts over 3,000 town and city delegates across the state including mayors, managers, and departmental employees who serve as decision makers for their communities. This was BHB’s 11th year to have […]

Throwback Thursday: SWBTS Campus Assessments

In 2016, BHB’s engineering team provided a campus assessment for the mechanical equipment at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) in Fort Worth, Texas. The non-profit institution noticed that unnecessary energy was being spent on the existing chilled water system, so they reached out to BHB to see what could be done to reduce energy and […]

Meet Les Brown

To Les Brown, his childhood and adolescent years were completely normal. But others might think that building log cabins in the woods or trapping and selling muskrat pelts aren’t ordinary pastimes for a kid. At a young age, it was very evident that Les possessed a determined and adventurous spirit, which followed him in his […]

BHB Named a 2019 Top 100 Company

Baird, Hampton & Brown was recently named one of Fort Worth Business Press’s Top 100 Private and Public Companies. The annual event was held at the River Crest Country Club and recognized companies in Tarrant County based strictly on generated revenue. “We are happy with our ranking on the list of Top 100 Companies,” said […]

Our Weatherford Office has Moved!

Due to Baird, Hampton & Brown’s growth in Parker County and surrounding areas, our Weatherford office has moved to a new location: 949 Hilltop Drive, Weatherford, Texas, 76086. The new office, which is nearly twice the size of our previous location, will allow our Weatherford team to continue to grow and meet the needs of […]

IECC 2018 Puts Energy Efficiency at Top of Mind

The International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is the official code adopted by the State of Texas to meet energy efficiency requirements for the design, construction, and renovation of buildings. Maintained by the International Code Council, the IECC is on a three-year code cycle to make necessary updates reflecting technological advancements and efficiency upgrades, and covers […]

Meet Merlin Hampton

Standing before the office of Merlin Hampton is a shelf lined with 41 blue, hardcover notebooks. They date back to the creation of Baird, Hampton, & Brown in 1992 when Merlin, Senior Electrical Engineer and Co-founder of BHB, began keeping detailed records of his daily tasks, appointments, and projects. The spine of each book has […]

VRF a Leading Energy Efficient HVAC System in North Texas

Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) is a type of air-conditioning system that adjusts refrigerant flow to different areas of a building as needed, based on heating or cooling demand, instead of operating large quantities of refrigerant at all times. Although they have been installed in applications around North Texas for several years, VRF systems are starting […]

Texas House Bill Affects Roles in the Construction and Renovation of Buildings

As a multi-disciplinary engineering firm located in the DFW Metroplex, the Baird, Hampton, & Brown team strives to stay informed of new and changing legislation that could affect our clients, firm, and communities. May 27, 2019 marked the end of Texas’ 86th Legislative Session. Of the bills that were passed, House Bill 2439 (H.B. No. […]

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Luke Grammer Computer Science Major at A&M University https:// fun_facts /_IT_intern_FW/_he_also_fixes_with_computers_in_his_spare_time I am an Eagle Scout The first job I ever had was as a boat mechanic over a summer, which would be fun had there been any A/C I wanted to be a marine biologist when I was younger, but was severely disappointed to […]

BHB Named a Best Firm to Work For

We’re excited to share that Baird, Hampton & Brown has been named a 2019 Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group! This award recognizes the top engineering, architecture, and construction firms in the US and Canada based on workplace practices, employee benefits, and more. “We at Baird, Hampton & Brown are constantly looking ahead […]