Business Details
Arizona's Premier Mechanical Contracting Solutions
University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors (UMEC-AZ) delivers comprehensive mechanical contracting and energy solutions tailored to client needs. As one of Arizona's largest mechanical contractors, we operate as a union shop with decades of experience in commercial HVAC systems, complex mechanical installations, and cutting-edge building information modeling (BIM). Our preconstruction experts collaborate with design teams to optimize project efficiency through budgeting, constructability reviews, and commissioning planning. We maintain three state-of-the-art fabrication facilities in Tempe, Chandler, and Deer Valley, enabling precision manufacturing of mechanical systems while prioritizing safety and quality. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through advanced BIM integration, which enhances project visualization and coordination.Backed by EMCOR Group's financial strength, we combine local expertise with nationwide resources to serve technology, healthcare, biotech, and mission-critical sectors. Our focus on early collaboration ensures projects remain on schedule and within budget while meeting rigorous performance standards. With a 20-year safety milestone of 16.1 million labor hours without lost-time injuries, we maintain industry-leading safety protocols. Our team of Section IX-qualified welders and certified professionals delivers high-purity piping systems and process installations that meet exacting industry requirements. This dedication to excellence has fostered long-term client relationships and established UMEC-AZ as Arizona's trusted single-source mechanical contractor.
Services
Mechanical Contracting
Commercial HVAC
BIM Services
Preconstruction Planning
Precision Fabrication
Process Piping
Commissioning
Design-Assist Solutions
High-Purity Systems
Union Labor Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of mechanical contracting expertise in Arizona's commercial sector
- Our BIM integration reduces construction rework by 40% through early clash avoidance
- Three state-of-the-art fabrication facilities enable 24/7 production capacity
- Maintain 20-year safety milestone with 16.1 million incident-free labor hours
- Backed by EMCOR Group's nationwide resources and financial strength
Services
Mechanical Contracting
We provide comprehensive mechanical contracting services for commercial and industrial projects across Arizona. Our expertise includes HVAC system installation, plumbing infrastructure, and process piping for new construction and retrofit projects. Utilizing advanced BIM technology and three fabrication facilities, we deliver precision-engineered solutions that meet strict performance standards while maintaining project timelines and budgets.
Building Information Modeling
Our BIM integration creates 3D visualization models that optimize project coordination and reduce construction conflicts. Using Revit MEP software, we enable early clash avoidance and real-time budget tracking through collaborative design platforms. This approach minimizes rework, improves scheduling accuracy, and ensures all stakeholders work from the most current project data throughout the construction lifecycle.
Preconstruction Planning
Our preconstruction team offers budgeting, constructability reviews, and commissioning planning services to optimize project outcomes. By analyzing design alternatives and leveraging historical cost data, we identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining technical specifications. Early collaboration with design teams ensures mechanical systems align with operational requirements and budget constraints.
Precision Fabrication
Three fabrication facilities in Tempe, Chandler, and Deer Valley produce custom mechanical assemblies using advanced manufacturing equipment. Our 55,000 sq ft of combined production space includes high-purity clean rooms for stainless steel and plastic piping systems. Prefabrication reduces on-site labor requirements by 30% while maintaining strict quality control through dedicated QA/QC personnel.
Process Piping
We design and install high-purity process piping systems for technology, healthcare, and biotech facilities. Our Section IX-certified welders and ASME-compliant fabrication processes meet stringent industry standards. Specialized clean room environments and dedicated quality control inspectors ensure system integrity for critical manufacturing and research applications requiring contamination-free operations.
People
Rob Zollinger
President/CEO
With over 30 years in mechanical contracting, Rob Zollinger leads UMEC-AZ's strategic direction while maintaining focus on client value, safety protocols, and technical excellence in Arizona's commercial construction market.
Questions
What industries does UMEC-AZ specialize in?
We serve technology, healthcare, biotech, and mission-critical facility sectors with specialized mechanical systems and high-purity piping solutions.
How does UMEC-AZ ensure project safety?
Our safety program achieved 16.1 million labor hours without lost-time injuries through rigorous training, on-site monitoring, and proactive risk management protocols.
What BIM capabilities do you offer?
We use Revit MEP for 3D modeling, clash avoidance, and real-time budget tracking to optimize mechanical system coordination during all project phases.
Can you handle large-scale Arizona projects?
Our three fabrication facilities and 24/7 production capacity enable us to manage complex, large-scale mechanical installations across Arizona.
Are you part of a larger organization?
UMEC-AZ operates as an Arizona-based subsidiary of EMCOR Group, a Fortune 500 leader in mechanical contracting and facility services.
What quality assurance measures are in place?
We maintain ASME-certified welders, dedicated QA/QC inspectors, and clean room environments for high-purity system fabrication and installation.
