Business Details
Integrated Engineering Solutions for Modern Infrastructure
Harwood Engineering Consultants has delivered innovative, integrated engineering solutions for over four decades. Our multidisciplinary team specializes in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and landscape architecture services, collaborating closely with architects and developers to ensure seamless building systems integration. Utilizing advanced BIM technology, we prioritize practical, sustainable designs that balance efficiency with environmental responsibility.With expertise in both large-scale infrastructure and detailed project execution, we serve commercial, educational, governmental, and healthcare sectors. Our commitment to servant leadership and rigorous design standards has earned us long-term partnerships with clients who value integrity-driven engineering excellence.
Services
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Landscape Architecture
Lighting Design
Specialty Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of multidisciplinary engineering expertise across construction sectors
- Our team holds specialized credentials including LEED AP and FAA UAV pilot certifications
- We implement BIM technology for precise cross-disciplinary coordination
- Our designs consistently meet 98%+ client satisfaction based on project testimonials
- We maintain direct principal involvement from project inception to completion
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
What people say
Exceptional design outcomes
Seamless project delivery
Deep technical knowledge
Responsive team
Creative solutions
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering team specializes in site development, grading plans, stormwater management, and municipal infrastructure design. We create practical solutions that address soil conditions, zoning regulations, and environmental factors while ensuring constructability. Our experience spans private land development, municipal projects, and complex entitlement processes requiring coordinated civil, landscape, and lighting design.
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for new construction and renovations, including steel, concrete, and timber systems. Our team excels at adaptive reuse projects and complex structural analysis while maintaining strict code compliance. From foundational design to specialized steel structures, we deliver solutions that balance innovation with cost-effectiveness and long-term durability for commercial, educational, and institutional buildings.
Mechanical Engineering
Our mechanical engineering division designs energy-efficient HVAC systems tailored to specific building requirements. We specialize in controlled environment design for industrial facilities and schools, utilizing BIM coordination to ensure seamless integration. The team provides full lifecycle support including facility condition assessments, energy modeling, and sustainable design implementation that reduces long-term operational costs.
Electrical Engineering
We engineer reliable electrical systems for diverse applications, from small renovations to megawatt-scale solar installations. Our services include power quality solutions, LEED documentation, and utility coordination. With expertise in fast-track design-build projects, we deliver energy-efficient systems that minimize downtime while maintaining strict compliance with evolving electrical codes and standards.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architects create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments through collaborative design-build approaches. We specialize in master planning, green infrastructure, and public space design that integrates with surrounding architecture. Using advanced site analysis techniques, we develop sustainable solutions that address drainage, accessibility, and environmental considerations while enhancing user experience across commercial and municipal projects.
People
Thomas B. Olejniczak
President | Principal
With over 30 years of engineering experience, Thomas leads Harwood's strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in complex projects. He specializes in multidisciplinary coordination and client relationship management.
Mary C. Piontkowski
Director of Structural Engineering
A licensed structural engineer with expertise in innovative framing systems, Mary oversees all structural projects and specializes in adaptive reuse solutions for historic buildings and complex commercial structures.
Spencer Cook
Director of Mechanical Engineering
Spencer leads mechanical engineering operations with focus on energy-efficient HVAC systems, specializing in controlled environments for industrial and educational facilities across Wisconsin and the Midwest.
Thomas E. Petersen
Director of Electrical Engineering
As electrical engineering lead, Thomas manages power system design for diverse projects including solar installations and LEED-certified buildings, ensuring code compliance and energy efficiency.
Brad Seubert
Director of Civil Engineering
Brad oversees civil engineering services with expertise in municipal infrastructure and land development, holding specialized certifications in UAV operations and sustainable site planning.
Questions
What engineering disciplines does Harwood offer?
We provide civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, lighting design, landscape architecture, and specialty engineering services under one roof.
Do you work on LEED-certified projects?
Yes, we have LEED Accredited Professionals on staff and have completed multiple LEED-certified projects across Wisconsin and the Midwest.
How does Harwood handle complex site conditions?
Our team uses advanced BIM technology and 3D modeling to address challenging topography, soil conditions, and environmental factors during design phases.
What project delivery methods do you support?
We accommodate traditional design-bid-build, design-assist, and direct owner-contractor collaboration approaches for maximum flexibility.
Can you handle both small and large-scale projects?
Our experience ranges from elementary school renovations to $90M waterpark developments, with tailored solutions for every project size.
How do you ensure construction coordination?
We maintain weekly communication with contractors and use BIM clash detection to resolve conflicts before construction begins.
