Engineering Solutions that Build a Better Future

Since our inception in 1978, Professional Engineering Associates (PEA) has been prominent in the fast-growing and demanding design communities of the Eastern United States. During these last forty-five years, PEA has provided civil and structural engineering services for many large and small scale projects in our region. Our repeat clients further enhance our impressive resume and include:

Prysmian Cables, BMW, LEGO, Egger Wood Products, Binderholz, Pratt & Whitney, Gulfstream, General Dynamics Electric Boat, ABB, Milliken and Company, General Electric, Adidas, US Department of Veteran Affairs, Renewable Water Resources,  Enviva Pellets, and many others. Our Staff is available to design and fully manage entire buildings, expansions or renovation projects for any entity.

No matter the project, we are here to guide you through the design construction process and help you avoid delays and cost overruns. Bottom line, PEA can promise to deliver something unique: a consistent, dedicated experience of service, expertise and quality workmanship. To contract with PEA is to know the professional wisdom that comes through our understanding; no two assignments – and no two clients – are alike.

Repeat business and referrals – these are the compliments that our company receives on an ongoing basis. This is because PEA has become the trusted source for engineering know-how and attention to detail.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

DESIGN MANAGEMENT

CIVIL ENGINEERING

MECHANICAL / PLUMBING

PROCESS ENGINEERING

ELECTRICAL

INDUSTRIES

During our history, Professional Engineering Associates (PEA) has undertaken both the engineering design and and design project management responsibilities of the largest and highest profile projects in the Eastern United States. Our staff consists of engineering and drafting professionals who collectively offer our clients unparalleled confidence. PEA’s team is experienced in all phases of design and project management and enjoys a strong reputation with major U.S. based and International clients.

Learn more about PEA and our history

MEET THE PRINCIPALS

  • RICHARD H. KAPP, M.S. P.E. S.E.

    Founding Principal Civil/Structural Engineer

  • JAMES F. PEARMAN III, P.E.

    Principal Structural Engineer

  • ALAN L. LUMPKIN, M.S. P.E.

    Principal Structural Engineer

  • JEFF R. BARRETT, MBA P.E. S.E. LEED AP

    Principal Structural/Civil Engineer