Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Design-Build Construction Solutions
Shambaugh & Son has been a leader in construction and engineering services since 1926, delivering innovative solutions across industrial, food processing, healthcare, and commercial sectors. Our vertically integrated Design-Build model ensures single-source accountability, combining 10 self-performed disciplines with cutting-edge technology to streamline project timelines and costs. With over 4,200 skilled professionals and 350+ engineers, we leverage 98 years of experience and a .64 EMR safety rating to execute more than 2,500 projects annually.As part of EMCOR Group, we harness $14.6 billion in purchasing power while maintaining our founding commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Our accolades include 16 Plant of the Year awards and recognition for groundbreaking projects like Chobanis Greek Yogurt Facility. Backed by BCSP Diamond Status and LEED Accreditation, we serve clients nationwide through 32 locations, offering comprehensive mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection services tailored to complex industry needs.
Services
Design-Build Construction
Industrial Refrigeration
Automation Engineering
Electrical Services
Fire Protection
Mechanical Systems
Food Processing Plants
Sustainability Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer 100 years of proven expertise in complex construction projects.
- Our 10 self-performed disciplines ensure cost and schedule control.
- 4,200 skilled professionals deliver nationwide project execution.
- Industry-leading safety program with a .64 EMR rating.
- Leverage $14.6 billion purchasing power through EMCOR Group.
Associations and certifications
- BCSP
- LEED
What people say
On time, on budget
Innovative approach
Exceptional craftsmanship
Value engineering ideas
Proven results
Services
Design-Build Construction
Shambaugh & Son delivers comprehensive Design-Build construction services, integrating planning, design, and execution under one contract. Our self-performed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work ensures faster schedules and cost efficiency. Clients benefit from 98 years of expertise in industrial, healthcare, and commercial sectors, with a focus on safety and innovation.
Industrial Refrigeration
We design and install large-scale industrial refrigeration systems using anhydrous ammonia, CO2, and glycol. Our solutions serve cold storage and food processing facilities nationwide. With over 70 years of combined team experience, we offer modular piping fabrication, 3D BIM modeling, and certifications in ASME B31.5 welding and OSHA safety standards.
Automation Engineering
Our automation team provides PLC programming, HMI interfaces, and UL 508A panel fabrication for food processing and pharmaceutical plants. We specialize in scalable systems integration, offering MES implementation and network design. Projects include upgrading legacy controls at Perrys Ice Cream and commissioning Valley Milks dairy plant with wireless SCADA access.
Fire Protection
Shambaughs fire protection division installs wet/dry sprinklers, foam systems, and clean-agent suppression across 32 locations. We handle 10,000+ service jobs annually, including Teslas Gigafactory with 225 systems and 96,000 sprinklers. NICET-certified designers use CADD software for precise hydraulic calculations and code compliance.
Food Processing Plants
We engineer FDA/USDA-compliant food facilities with hygienic systems for dairy, meat, and beverage production. Services include HTST pasteurization, CIP optimization, and 3D BIM modeling. Notable projects include Chobanis yogurt plant and Dairy Farmers of Americas milk drying facility, both earning national Plant of the Year awards.
People
Paul R. Meyers, Jr.
President and CEO
Paul R. Meyers, Jr., P.E., leads Shambaugh & Sons operations, overseeing engineering, project management, and financial strategy. With decades of industry experience, he drives innovation in Design-Build construction while maintaining the companys founding commitment to quality and safety.
Questions
What industries does Shambaugh & Son serve?
We specialize in industrial, food processing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and commercial construction projects nationwide.
Do you offer emergency fire protection services?
Yes, our emergency service line is 888.217.7055, available for urgent fire system needs.
Are you part of a larger organization?
We are a subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc., leveraging $14.6 billion in purchasing power while maintaining local expertise.
How do you ensure project safety?
Our safety program includes .64 EMR rating, BCSP certifications, and mandatory OSHA 30-hour training for all personnel.
Can you handle complex refrigeration systems?
Yes, we design and install ammonia, CO2, and glycol systems for cold storage and food processing facilities nationwide.
