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TAMI A. KNOPP, P.E., LEED AP, L.C.

Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer

Tami, who joined BBA in 2001, has performed electrical engineering,
design, analysis and construction administration services since 1998.
Her areas of expertise include power distribution, life-safety systems,
lighting design and controls, and daylight modeling for use in lighting-
quality studies and integrated-energy analysis.

In her role as lead electrical engineer, Tami performs the building electrical
system evaluations and oversees and coordinates the engineering,
design and construction administration of the electrical systems.

KEY PROJECTS
First Bank of the United States, Philadelphia, PA EDUCATION AND
BBA is providing new HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, electric, lighting, and fire CERTIFICATION
alarm systems in the repurposing of the First Bank as a museum to interpret the Pennsylvania State University,
Bachelor of Architectural
history and evolution of the United States financial system. The 24,000 SF building Engineering, Lighting/Electrical
will house reception, orientation, and exhibit functions, conference room, expanded Emphasis
restrooms, offices, employee lounge, catering support, and storage. (2021)
Registered Professional
Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia, PA Engineer: PA
Since 2012, BBA has been renovating this more-than-200-year-old structure, LEED Accredited Professional
which functioned as a state prison until the 1970s and reopened in the 1990s as a Lighting Certified (L.C.) National
museum that focuses on issues of the U.S. criminal justice system. Based on the Council on Qualifications for the
2008 master plan, renovation of historic cellblock 4 added modern MEP systems Lighting Professions (NCQLP)
to keep museum display areas comfortable and well lit for guests. Renovation
and new construction of the administration building includes an audio-tour kiosk; MEMBERSHIPS
Illuminating Engineering Society
retail and exhibit spaces; and ticketing, multi-purpose, and office areas. (2020)
of North America
Faith and Liberty Discovery Center, Philadelphia, PA CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS
The American Bible Society is constructing a new $14.5 million, 40,000 SF state- AIA Philadelphia Affiliate
of-the-art visitor center in a prominent location on Independence Mall to increase Athenaeum of Philadelphia
engagement with the Bible through interactive, multi-media displays and exhibits
that explore its connection with America’s founding vision. BBA designed Society for College and
University Planning (SCUP)
mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems. (2020)
U.S. Green Building Council
Glencairn Museum Renovations, Bryn Athyn, PA (USGBC)
Design and construction administration services for the renovation of mechanical
and electrical systems based on recommendations of our 2017 MEP systems OFFICE
2209 Chestnut Street
feasibility study and master plan. The project involves most of this seven story, Philadelphia, PA 19103
65,000 SF historic building. (2020)
CONTACT
Willows Mansion Restoration, Villanova, PA 215.569.0400 x 139
The 1910 Willows Mansion was named for the beautiful willow trees that surround tami.knopp@brucebrooks.com
the property. This restoration involves demolition of an existing terrace and
solarium on the north side of the structure and its replacement with a two-story
addition, which includes an entry and garden room on the first floor and a rooftop
terrace and event room on the second floor. Changes to the existing structure
include expanding the kitchen to become a larger, commercial catering kitchen;
replacing mechanical and electrical systems throughout the entire building; and
adding a fire suppression system. (2020)