Mr. Umesh Kumar Bhargava serves as the President and Design Visionary of Bhargava International, Inc., bringing over four decades of exceptional professional engineering experience to the firm. Under his leadership, the company has established itself as a premier provider of innovative and high-quality engineering solutions. Mr. Bhargava is directly responsible for the design and management of an extensive range of projects, including urban mixed-use developments, high-rise residential buildings, adaptive reuse projects, campus housing, office buildings, retail spaces, renovations, and esteemed institutions such as museums and cultural centers. His expertise and forward-thinking approach consistently ensure that each project meets the highest standards of functionality, elegance, and client satisfaction.
Mr. Bhargava takes a creative and innovative approach to MEP system design, with a focus on bringing to life the vision of owners and architects for each space within a facility. His designs ensure that functionality and aesthetic appeal are seamlessly integrated, resulting in a balanced and efficient environment.
Elegance in architectural design is achieved through the discreet integration of MEP systems, skillfully concealing ducts and pipes. The placement of MEP equipment is thoughtfully planned to minimize its impact on the building’s façade, elevations, and interior spaces, preserving both form and function.
Mr. Bhargava has created a sophisticated database program specifically designed to manage every aspect of a project. This tool helps systematically analyze the project’s scope of work, the owner’s vision, and the established standards and goals. Based on this analysis, a detailed MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) design program report is generated, clearly outlining project tasks, timelines, and key milestones.
This report is continually updated throughout the project lifecycle, with revisions made at each milestone submittal. These updates ensure that the project’s vision and requirements remain aligned with the latest developments, enabling seamless adaptation to any changes in the scope or objectives. The program ensures efficient tracking, coordination, and synchronization of all project components, facilitating effective decision-making and timely project completion.
Mr. Bhargava is responsible for overseeing quality control within the organization. He has established comprehensive standards aimed at ensuring the creation of clash-free construction documents. These standards are designed to minimize issues such as Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, and delays. By focusing on accuracy and consistency, Mr. Bhargava’s efforts contribute to a more streamlined construction process, improving both efficiency and adherence to the project schedule. His proactive approach helps ensure that potential conflicts are identified early, allowing for smoother project execution and better overall outcomes.
Umesh Bhargava oversees and establishes standards for the implementation of Revit, the dimensional Building Information Modeling (BIM) program.
The effective utilization of the BIM program ensures that all project information remains consistently updated throughout the project lifecycle. During the construction phase, any design changes and submittal updates are integrated into the contract documents. This process culminates in the creation of as-built drawings, which provide the operational and maintenance teams with accurate, real-time data regarding the building’s systems and equipment. This enables more efficient facility management and long-term upkeep.
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Mr. Brian C. Ziegenfuss brings over 29 years of extensive engineering experience to his role at Bhargava International. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation and excellence in engineering design and project execution. As Director of Engineering, he is responsible for overseeing the production and quality control of construction documents, ensuring all projects meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Mr. Ziegenfuss has successfully completed more than 15,000 dwelling and hospitality units, encompassing a diverse range of projects including urban mixed-use buildings, high-rise residential developments, adaptive reuse projects, and campus housing. His extensive experience focuses on creating vibrant, sustainable communities within urban environments.
Effective communication with the entire team is paramount to ensuring the successful execution of the project. Brian employs Microsoft programs to meticulously track tasks, set alerts, and monitor milestone schedules, ensuring alignment and timely progress. This approach fosters a collaborative environment and enhances project efficiency.
Mr. Brian Ziegenfuss oversees the Revit Building Information Model (BIM) at Bhargava International. He has created comprehensive training materials, including literature and videos, to support ongoing education and professional updates. Mr. Ziegenfuss has also established standards for the effective implementation of the Revit 3D BIM program, ensuring that all project information remains current. During the construction phase, any design changes or updated submittals are incorporated into the contract documents, resulting in as-built drawings. These drawings provide the operational and maintenance teams with accurate data regarding equipment and systems within the building.
Mr. Ziegenfuss is deeply committed to sustainable design. He places a strong emphasis on sustainable MEP systems and works closely with architectural teams to ensure their seamless integration into the overall design. His dedication to innovation and environmental responsibility drives him to continually seek out cutting-edge solutions that enhance both efficiency and sustainability.
Brian utilizes the Navisworks software to facilitate coordination and perform clash detection across Architectural, Structural, and MEP systems, ensuring seamless integration and minimizing potential design conflicts. His expertise in this area enhances project efficiency and contributes to effective collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
Brian maintains a comprehensive, integrated database that encompasses all phases, from design through to construction administration. Submittal review criteria are explicitly defined in conjunction with the construction documents. Throughout the submittal review process, interdependencies are meticulously verified. For example, electrical requirements for mechanical equipment are cross-checked with electrical submittals to ensure thorough coordination between the mechanical and electrical systems.
Mr. Ziegenfuss has developed a database program to efficiently manage each project.
The project scope of work, the owner’s vision, standards, and objectives are thoroughly analyzed, and a detailed MEP design program report is created to outline the project tasks and milestones. This report is periodically updated, as well as at each milestone submission, to ensure alignment with the evolving project vision and requirements.
Brian has developed a Revit template that seamlessly integrates the specific project requirements for each building type. Furthermore, engineering calculations are executed in real time within the Building Information Model, ensuring rigorous quality control throughout the process. This approach enhances both accuracy and efficiency in the project’s design and execution phases.
Brian has developed a database-driven engineering calculations program. By inputting basic parameters such as the number of dwelling units, building common areas, and their respective functions, the database automatically performs the necessary calculations and generates outputs including the Electric Load Letter, Gas Load Letters, Fire Protection Water Service size, Domestic Water Service size, and Building Sanitary Sewer size.
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
May 1995
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Brian is a member of NCEES through which Brian can be registered in any State of the USA.
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