E. D. Dasmariñas

Engr. Eric D. Dasmariñas

PME, PMP, LEED AP BD+C

I deliver high-quality, code-compliant, and cost-effective mechanical engineering solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients, backed by the full authority and accountability of a licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer.

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Professional summary

A results-driven Professional Mechanical Engineer with over 20 years of progressive experience in HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing design and construction management. PMP and LEED AP BD+C certified, I lead complex projects from initiation to close-out, on time and within budget. My work combines green building design, energy-efficient systems, and compliance with international standards across commercial and industrial sectors.

Design portfolio

HVAC engineering

High-rise commercial and hospitality

Al Nakheel Hotel (17 storeys), Samir Office Tower (8), Ramada Hotel (6) · Al Khobar and Dammam, KSA

  • Central chilled water systems, AHUs, FCUs, and FAHUs using Carrier HAP and Elite CHVAC, to ASHRAE standards.
  • Ductwork layouts, diffuser sizing, and external static pressure calculations.
  • Smoke management and stairwell pressurization to SBC and NFPA codes.

Educational and industrial facilities

Al Jabr Girl School Complex (Al Hassa), Hyundai Commercial Vehicle Workshop (Dammam)

  • VRF and ducted split systems for high-occupancy classrooms, with toilet exhaust and ventilation schedules for indoor air quality.
  • Industrial ventilation for hazardous vehicle fumes, and condensing unit layouts for the Eastern Province’s high ambient heat.

Fire protection

Industrial and warehouse facilities

Logistica Warehouse (Khurais), National Transformer Corporation Plant (Jeddah), REFAD Dry Storage Warehouse (Dammam)

  • Hydraulic calculations in the Elite Fire Program to size fire pumps, pipe networks, and ESFR sprinklers for high-piled storage per NFPA 13.
  • Fire water tanks and pump sets (main, standby, jockey) to NFPA 20 and Saudi Civil Defense regulations.

Plumbing

Water supply and drainage

Same industrial and warehouse facilities

  • Domestic water supply: peak demand calculations, booster pump sizing, and storage tanks per SBC 701 / IPC.
  • Stormwater retention and detention basin sizing using local IDF curves.

Services

Engineering consultancy

Technical advisory, feasibility reviews, and engineering assessments for projects that need mechanical expertise.

  • Feasibility studies and technical assessments
  • Review of specifications and procurement documents
  • Code compliance review
  • Value engineering and cost optimization
  • Technical due diligence for acquisitions or construction
  • Site inspection and condition assessment

Mechanical design

Full design lifecycle for buildings and industrial installations, from concept to permit-ready drawings.

  • HVAC system design
  • Plumbing and sanitary design
  • Fire protection and suppression layout
  • Ventilation and pressurization design
  • Industrial piping and process layout
  • Equipment selection, sizing, and specifications
  • As-built and as-designed plans
  • AutoCAD and BIM-ready drafting

Dry seal and plan signing

As a licensed PME, I can sign, seal, and take professional responsibility for mechanical plans submitted to agencies such as the DPWH and local Building Official offices.

  • Signing and dry-sealing plans for building permits
  • Review and certification of plans prepared by others
  • Signing as-built plans for occupancy permits
  • Certification letters and endorsements
  • Review of mechanical plans for fire safety and compliance

Professional experience

  • Managed cross-functional engineering teams, building collaboration and accountability to hit project milestones.
  • Authored technical specifications and scopes of work for HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing.
  • Answered pre-bid and post-bid technical queries from contractors to keep tenders moving.
  • Reviewed and approved HVAC, fire protection, and plumbing submittals against specifications and standards.
  • Evaluated pre-qualification documents for new contractors and equipment, supporting vendor selection and quality control.
  • Reviewed designs, specifications, and vendor submissions for compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
  • Worked with architects, clients, and contractors to integrate sustainable HVAC solutions that meet local building codes.
  • Identified and mitigated project risks, preventing delays and cost overruns on multiple projects.
  • Prepared and presented technical reports, proposals, and progress updates to stakeholders.
  • Built project plans with Work Breakdown Structures and Critical Path Analysis to improve efficiency and track progress.

Skills

Project management

Planning and scheduling, budget management, risk management, stakeholder communication, team leadership, quality assurance, construction administration, Agile/Scrum.

Mechanical engineering

HVAC design and analysis, plumbing, fire protection, energy modeling, load calculations, equipment selection, system sizing, technical specifications.

Green building and sustainability

LEED principles, energy efficiency optimization, renewable energy integration, sustainable design, indoor air quality, water conservation.

Software and tools

AutoCAD, Carrier HAP, Elite CHVAC, eQUEST, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), project management software.

Other

Problem solving, critical thinking, technical documentation, client relations, cross-functional collaboration.

Education and credentials

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringPerpetual Help College of Rizal, Philippines · 1995

AffiliationsProject Management Institute (PMI)Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers

Professional Mechanical Engineer (PME)Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

Project Management Professional (PMP)Project Management Institute (PMI)

LEED AP BD+CGreen Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)