Our team consistently provides simple, elegant and efficient engineering solutions for complex design challenges. We’ve grown a lot since our founding, moving from engineering suburban office parks to structuring the tallest concrete building in New Jersey. What keeps our clients coming back again and again is an exceptional team of innovators who are laser-focused on making each client’s vision a reality while providing exceptional client service.
D. Kirk Harman PE, SE, SECB, FACI Co-Founder, President and Managing Principal
BEST SOLUTION FOR EACH PROJECT
Since 1984, our firm has focused on finding the best solution for each project.
The Harman Group, now IMEG provides structural engineering, parking planning and design, and construction engineering services to clients the world over. Our projects run the gamut in both size and complexity. But in every case, we work collaboratively with other team members to design projects that get built successfully, within budget and on schedule.
Our strength really lies in our highly specialized team. With diverse skill sets, the best tools and most advanced technology, The Harman Group, now IMEG engineers better buildings. From advanced structural analysis techniques and building information modeling to the latest advances in supplemental damping systems, we are at the forefront of building technology.
But at the heart of what we do is our shared commitment to client service. We are a team of problem solvers, creative thinkers, innovative designers, visionaries and communicators who are devoted to helping our clients meet their goals.
The Harman Group, now IMEG Difference
We listen.
It sounds simple, but every project begins with our team asking questions. Not just tangibles like materials and timetables, but intangible features like brand and vision. The Harman Group, now IMEG is confident that by truly listening we can deliver the best of all worlds – creative design, cost efficiency and exceptional client service.
We respond.
We are great collaborators and work with architects, construction managers, owners, developers and fabricators to deliver the world-class structural engineering each project deserves. At every step we are responsive to your goals. Each project is assigned a senior engineer and a principal so you can be assured of accountability at the highest level.
We deliver.
Our job is to help you realize your vision. From small function spaces to complicated high-rises or monumental structures, The Harman Group, now IMEG has successfully designed projects that get built on time and on budget. We deliver on our commitments. We’re proud to have made a positive impact on skylines and landscapes throughout the United States and around the world.
Our Offices
Meet the Leadership Team
Our people are the key to designing world-class structures. We are a team of passionate and client-focused professionals who are committed to our clients' success.
Awards & Recognition
The Harman Group, now IMEG has been recognized for engineering excellence for projects of all sizes, types and levels of complexity.
2021
Project Award
10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania Commonwealth
Oxford Multi-Modal Transportation Center, Oxford, PA
Merit Award
AIA Philadelphia
Tangen Hall, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Grand Winner: School category
Multifamily Executive Awards
Vantage, Philadelphia, PA
Grand Jury Award for Preservation Achievement
Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia
Stephen Girard Building, Canopy Hotel by Hilton, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project Award: Other Structures over $1 Million Category
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
High Flyer Zipline at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
Outstanding Project Award: Over $100 Million Category
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Arthaus, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award
AIA Atlanta
Vantage, Philadelphia, PA
2022
Lifetime Achievement Award
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
D. Kirk Harman, P.E., S.E., SECB, FACI
2022
Outstanding Project Award in $5 Million to $15 Million category
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Victory Brewing Company, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award in Over $100 Million Category
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
The Laurel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA
2020
Best Project: Higher Education/Research
ENR Mid Atlantic
Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center, Lafayette College, Easton, PA
Design Award: Mass Timber
AIA Philadelphia
Trotters Lane
Best Educational Institution Project
General Building Contractors Association
Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center, Lafayette College, Easton, PA
Best Residential, Mixed Use, or Office Project
General Building Contractors Association
Vantage, Philadelphia, PA
Gold Award: Student Housing, Large Scale
National Association of Home Builders
Vantage, Philadelphia, PA
Green Globes Project of the Year
Green Building Initiative
Living + Learning Commons, University of the Sciences, Philadelphia, PA
Leading Infrastructure Award
NJ Alliance for Action
7Seventy House, Hoboken, NJ
Merit Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center, Lafayette College, Easton, PA
Merit Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
East Market, Philadelphia, PA
2019
Big Apple Brownfield Environmental Protection Award
NYC Brownfield Partnership
The Sunnyside, 38-01 Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY
Merit Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
The Harper, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Aramark Headquarters, 2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award
American Institute of Architects, New York Chapter
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Engineering Excellence Honor Award
American Council of Engineering Companies, New Jersey Chapter
700 Jackson Street, Hoboken, NJ
2018
Outstanding Project
National Council of Structural Engineers Associations
Aramark Headquarters, 2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Willard G. “Bill” Rouse III Award for Excellence
ULI Philadelphia's Fifth Annual Design Awards
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Design Award
Society of American Registered Architects, New York Council
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Groundbreaker Award
Green Building United
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Best Residential/Hospitality Project
Engineering News Record
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award – Buildings $30 Million – $100 Million
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Grand Jury Award
The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
Aloft Philadelphia Downtown Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Smart Growth Award
New Jersey Future
700 Jackson Street, Hoboken, NJ
Outstanding Project
National Council of Structural Engineers Associations
Aramark Headquarters, 2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
2017
Leading Infrastructure Project Award
NJ Alliance for Action
One Theater Square, Newark, NJ
Merit Award – Healthcare
American Concrete Institute, New Jersey Chapter
St. Barnabas Medical Center, Cooperman Family Pavilion
Merit Award – Office Building
American Concrete Institute, New Jersey Chapter
Bristol-Myers Squibb Corporate Headquarters, Lawrence Township, NJ
Merit Award – High Rise Residential
American Concrete Institute, New Jersey Chapter
Hudson Lights, Fort Lee, NJ
Best New Building
Curbed Philadelphia
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Merit Award – Buildings Over $100 Million
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
Rodin Square, Philadelphia, PA
Best Real Estate Deals – Financing/Project Delivery/Construction
Philadelphia Business Journal
Vue32 and Summer12, Philadelphia, PA
Best Real Estate Deals – Lease
Philadelphia Business Journal
Bridge on Race, Philadelphia, PA
Best Real Estate Deals – Financing
Philadelphia Business Journal
Chinatown Eastern Tower, Philadelphia, PA
Best Real Estate Deals – Construction
Philadelphia Business Journal
One Riverside, Philadelphia, PA
Best Real Estate Deals – Financing
Philadelphia Business Journal
The Vantage, Philadelphia, PA
2016
Merit Award – Buildings $30 Million – $100 Million
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers
3601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Honorable Mention
Building Design and Construction's Building Team Awards
3737 Chestnut, Philadelphia, PA
Award for Excellence
Willard G. “Bill” Rouse III Award for Excellence Urban Land Institute
3737 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA
2015
Preservation Achievement Grand Jury Award
Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
Drexel University, David and Dana Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project
National Council of Structural Engineers Associations
The Stack, 4857 Broadway, New York, NY
Outstanding Project
National Council of Structural Engineers Associations
2040 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Housing Award
American Institute of Architects, National
John C. Anderson Apartments, Philadelphia, PA
Design Excellence Award
American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter
John C. Anderson Apartments, Philadelphia, PA
2014
Excellence in Structural Engineering Award
National Council of Structural Engineering Associations (NCSEA)
Dorrance K. Hamilton Rooftop Garden at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia, PA
2013
Grand Prize Award
American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter
Revel Resort Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
Merit Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
2040 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Kimmel Center Hamilton Gardens Enclosure, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Revel Resort Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
2011
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh, PA
2010
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
1706 Rittenhouse Square Street Condominiums, Philadelphia, PA
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
1706 Rittenhouse Square Street Condominiums, Philadelphia, PA
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Rivers Casino, Pittsburgh, PA
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Washington Avenue / Spruce Street Parking Facility, Scranton, PA
2009
Merit Award
"American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter"
Chairman Tower at Trump Taj Mahal, Atlantic City, NJ
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Millennium Hall Student Residence, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Prince George's County, MD
2008
Award of Merit
New York Construction Magazine Awards
MGM Grand at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, NY
Honorable Mention, New Jersey Concrete Awards
"American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter"
"North Beach Condominiums, Absecon, NJ"
Honorable Mention, New Jersey Concrete Awards
"American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter"
"The Water Club at Borgata, Atlantic City, NJ"
Grand Prize Award
American Concrete Institute, Eastern PA and DE Chapter
"Corinthian Condominiums, Bala Cynwyd, PA"
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
"Corinthian Condominiums, Bala Cynwyd, PA"
Award of Merit
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
"Symphony House Condominiums, Philadelphia, PA"
Grand Prize Award
American Concrete Institute, Eastern PA and DE Chapter
"Symphony House Condominiums, Philadelphia, PA"
William Penn Award Best Structural Design
Building Industry Association of Philadelphia
Waterfront Square Towers, Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding Project Award
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, West Tower, Philadelphia, PA
2007
Pride & Progress Award
Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce
Medallion Parking Facility, Scranton, PA
Grand Prize Award for Excellence in Concrete Design & Construction
American Concrete Institute, Eastern PA and DE Chapter
"Edgewater Apartments, Philadelphia, PA"
Best Design-Build Project for the Construction Excellence Awards
General Building Contractors Association
Race Street Residence Student Housing, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
2006
Honorable Mention
Subcontractors Association of the Delaware Valley
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Eastern PA and DE Chapter
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
2005
Engineer of the Year
Subcontractors Association of the Delaware Valley
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
"Sharpless Street Garage, West Chester, PA"
Outstanding Project / First Place
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Phase I Expansion, Philadelphia, PA
2004
Honorable Mention
Subcontractors Association of the Delaware Valley
2003
First Place
Post Tensioning Institute National Awards Competition
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
Best of Interior Projects
NJ Golden Trowel Awards
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
Project of the Year
New York Construction News Best of 2003 Awards Program
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
Award of Merit
"American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter"
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
Outstanding Project / First Place
Delaware Valley Association of Structural Engineers (DVASE)
The Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ
2002
Lifetime Achievement Award
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
D. Kirk Harman, P.E., S.E., SECB, FACI
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Avenue of the Arts Shops and Garage at 15th and Spruce, Philadelphia, PA
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Convention Center Shops and Garage at Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
Midtown Parking Garage Restoration, Philadelphia, PA
Award of Excellence
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Midtown Parking Garage Restoration, Philadelphia, PA
Award of Merit
New York Construction News Awards
Marriott Conference Hotel at Lafayette Yard, Trenton, NJ
Honorable Mention
International Parking Awards
Midtown Parking Garage Restoration, Philadelphia, PA
2001
Award of Merit
Pennsylvania Parking Association
Bicentennial Garage, West Chester, PA
President’s Award for Aesthetics in Design
International Parking Awards
"Bicentennial Garage, West Chester, PA"
Honorable Mention
Pennsylvania Parking Association
"Bicentennial Garage, West Chester, PA"
Award of Excellence
Downtown New Jersey Excellence Awards
Bergen County Administration Building, Hackensack, NJ
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
Hyatt Regency Hotel at Penn's Landing, Philadelphia, PA
Presidential Citation for Preserving the Recent Past
Association for Preservation Technology International
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Gold Medal
American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter
Southern Poverty Law Center, Montgomery, AL
Golden Hammer Award
American Concrete Institute
1998
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
Marriott Convention Center Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Building Excellence Award
Commerce Bank / Philadelphia Business Journal Building Excellence Awards of the Delaware Valley
Crown Cork & Seal Company Worldwide Headquarters, Philadelphia, PA
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
International Airport Marriott, Philadelphia, PA
Building Excellence Award
Commerce Bank / Philadelphia Business Journal Building Excellence Awards of the Delaware Valley
Philadelphia High School for the Creative & Performing Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Building Excellence Award
Commerce Bank / Philadelphia Business Journal Building Excellence Awards of the Delaware Valley
General Instruments Regional Headquarters, Horsham, PA
1997
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
Vanguard Corporate Center Parking Facilities, Malvern, PA
Public Choice Award
American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter
Philadelphia High School for the Creative & Performing Arts, Philadelphia, PA
1996
Honorable Mention
"American Concrete Institute, NJ Chapter"
Center for the Arts & Planning, New Brunswick, NJ
1995
Grand Prize
American Concrete Institute, Delaware Valley Chapter
Marriott Convention Center Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
Professional Affiliations
