When Sustainable Engineering Solutions (SES) decided to expand its presence into Massachusetts and Rhode Island, it wasn’t just about adding pins to a map. It was about being closer to our projects, improving collaboration, and delivering the fast, responsive service that defines our approach. But more than that, it was about embracing new opportunities to innovate, strengthen our partnerships, and make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
For SES, being on-site isn’t just a convenience—it’s a deliberate strategy that leads to better outcomes. Our regular presence allows us to respond faster, collaborate more effectively, and oftentimes identify issues before they become problems. It’s one of the many ways we demonstrate our passion for doing what’s right and our belief that great partnerships are built on positivity and collaboration.
Expanding Access, Reducing Costs
Until recently, our clients relied on team members commuting from Connecticut. Having team members based in Boston and Providence means we can now be on-site more frequently and at a lower cost to our clients.
This expanded presence aligns with our dedication to helping clients navigate increasingly complex energy codes and building performance requirements. In Massachusetts, for example, the IECC 2018 code, combined with stretch codes and funding-driven performance standards like PHIUS, adds layers of complexity to building projects. Having boots on the ground enables us to guide clients through these requirements more efficiently and effectively.
Technical Expertise for Sophisticated Challenges
Expanding into Massachusetts and Rhode Island isn’t just about proximity—it’s an opportunity to provide solutions to the sophisticated challenges these regions present. These markets are home to larger-scale developments, stricter energy codes, and diverse and evolving client requirements.
Our team thrives on tackling these complexities. Whether it’s navigating intricate commissioning requirements for multifamily housing, integrating Passive House standards into residential projects, or ensuring higher education facilities achieve optimal performance, we embrace these challenges with enthusiasm. Our team’s technical expertise, combined with our drive to innovate, allows us to deliver practical solutions that help our clients meet their goals while improving building performance and environmental outcomes.
“Our expansion is more than just growth—it’s an opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and elevate building performance.”
A Commitment to Client Success
Our approach is grounded in a client-first philosophy. We take pride in delivering information that empowers our clients—providing both high-level insights and technical details to support informed decision-making.
We’re not just checking boxes. We believe in doing what’s right—ensuring systems operate as intended and deliver the energy savings and performance our clients expect. That takes time on-site, actively engaging with the team, and digging into the details.
With key team members now embedded in Boston and Providence, we are better positioned than ever to provide that level of support throughout the region. We’re excited about the opportunities this expansion creates—not just for us, but for the clients and communities we serve.
We believe that what we do makes buildings better, makes people’s lives easier, and makes a positive impact on the environment. That’s what drives us—and we can’t wait to bring that energy and dedication to every new challenge we encounter in these regions.
Whether we’re working on a multi-family housing project in downtown Boston or guiding a Rhode Island school district through commissioning requirements, we are committed to ensuring our clients’ success—on the ground, by design.