Ryan Companies US, Inc., a member of multiple AGC chapters, is pleased to announce Brian Weaver has been hired as national mechanical solutions manager. In his new position, Brian provides support and leadership to projects by defining high value mechanical solutions and providing the cost/performance information needed for critical team decisions as early as possible. His responsibilities include design and quality reviews, pricing and procurement strategies, code review, building commissioning and forensics, mechanical systems recommendations, and energy modeling.

"Brian brings a level of expertise that will greatly serve our customers," said Andy Moffitt, director of preconstruction services for Ryan. "His broad understanding of mechanical system design, installation, and operation will be a great asset as we strive to deliver the best projects possible. We are very fortunate to have this level of talent on our team."

Brian brings over 30 years of experience in a variety of project types including office, distribution, industrial, medical, health care, and residential. He is known for his conceptual mechanical cost estimating skills and his drive to deliver the best value for the customers’ investment.

"I’ve been in this business for a long time and the list of companies I would consider working for is very short. I chose the one at the top," said Weaver. "I’m honored and excited to be a part of the Ryan team."

Brian obtained a Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering with a Mechanical emphasis from Iowa State University. He is an active member of ASHRAE (formerly the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers).

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is a 3rd generation, family-owned national developer, designer, capital investment consultant, builder and real estate manager specializing in fully integrated solutions for over 75 years. Key market sectors include: retail, industrial, and health care; and product experience includes work on office, retail, mixed use, hospitality, multi-family housing, industrial, medical office buildings, senior housing, distribution center, public sector, and mission critical facilities.  Ryan serves customers throughout the United States with offices in the North, Midwest, Great Lakes, SouthEast, SouthCentral, SouthWest and West regions. Ryan was named the 2007 National Developer of the Year by the National Association of Office and Industrial Properties (NAIOP). For more information, visit www.ryancompanies.com.