Team

As Principal and Project Manager, Heather oversees many projects at E&C from small 200 sqft office renovations to design of 500,000 sqft buildings. Starting off in the Mechanical Contractor’s side of the business, Heather has unique knowledge of how building systems work together and how buildings are built. Heather has a diverse portfolio of work including performing arts buildings, hospitals, laboratories, manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, tenant build-outs, dormitories and many more.

Heather graduated from University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana with a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering and then went to Texas A&M to achieve her Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Heather is currently serving as a board member of the Houston Chapter of ASHRAE, and has been awarded a distinguished alumnae award from the Mech SE department of the University of Illinois.

When not working, Heather can typically be found with her husband enjoying music concerts, watching a Houston Texans football game or a Chicago Cubs baseball game, or traveling to somewhere she can deep-sea fish and SCUBA dive. She also loves traveling to Phoenix to visit her son at ASU or watch her daughter dance with Ballet Arizona (the professional ballet company of Phoenix).

Words to live by: “The best way to predict the future is to help design it.” – Peter Drucker

Lance brings over 3 decades of multifaceted engineering and leadership experience to E&C. A graduate of Vanderbilt University (BE in Electrical Engineering) and a veteran Army officer, Lance has held positions at the Air Force’s preeminent test facility and various national engineering firms before joining E&C in 2008. Becoming a Principal in 2016, Lance works to grow E&C’s Healthcare Practice and continues to establish the Research Laboratory Practice for which E&C is known.

Outside the office, Lance enjoys the simple pleasures—like a great book, a classic movie, a day fishing, and spending time with his daughter, Kendall. He’s an Astros fan and sports enthusiast, enjoys clay shooting, and loves to travel.

Words to Live By: Take time to deliberate; but when the time for action arrives, stop thinking and go in. – Andrew Jackson

Larkin Gentry, PE, joined E&C in 2001 after earning his engineering degree from Texas A&M University. He began his career as an Electrical Engineer in Training, later becoming a licensed Professional Engineer and rising to the role of Associate Principal in 2014.

Larkin leads the design and coordination of lighting, power, and fire alarm systems across all project phases. His responsibilities include ensuring code compliance, managing the production of construction documents, and overseeing construction administration. As a firm owner, Larkin is committed to guiding the architecture and engineering industry back toward strong, traditional business practices.

Outside the office, Larkin enjoys cooking, barbecue, and volunteering with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. He especially values spending time with his wife, Michelle, and their daughter, Anissa.

Words to live by: “Engineering is the closest thing to magic that exists in the world.” – Elon Musk

Geoff joined E&C in 2006, bringing over twelve years of mechanical design experience to the firm. As a licensed Mechanical Engineer, he is responsible for overall project management and the preparation of plumbing contract documents, including Revit/CAD drawings and detailed project specifications. Geoff also supports construction by providing field inspections and responding to contractor inquiries.

In 2014, Geoff was promoted to Associate Principal, taking on a lead project management role across multiple successful projects—delivering results on time and within budget. He holds a B.S. in Engineering from the University of Rhode Island and received a commission in the United States Army, where he served as a Platoon Leader in the Army Reserves and National Guard.

Outside of work, Geoff is an active volunteer with the Knights of Columbus and an avid endurance athlete. He trains regularly with marathon and triathlon groups and completed his third Ironman at Ironman Texas in The Woodlands on October 9, 2021. At home, Geoff enjoys spending time with his wife, Andrea, their sons Ryan and Jonathan, their spouses Ashley and Katie, and grandsons Graham and Grayson.

Words to Live By: “If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign of?”