ClubWorks Engineering

What ClubWorks Engineering does

ClubWorks Engineering is a US-based professional services firm specializing in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Protection engineering for private clubs, luxury hospitality venues, and select real estate developments. Launched in January 2024 as an internal venture of the ClubWorks platform, the firm designs HVAC systems, lighting and power distribution, water and sanitation solutions, and fire suppression/alarm systems tailored to the aesthetic, energy-efficiency, and code-compliance requirements of high-end clubhouses and recreational facilities. Its competitive positioning rests on deep vertical specialization rather than scale, supported by multi-state Professional Engineer licensure, PMP- and CPD-certified staff, and memberships in ASPE and ASME.

The firm operates as the engineering arm of the ClubWorks network, a privately held Florida LLC formed in January 2022 and backed by Tidewater Capital Group and Palm Beach Capital. ClubWorks Engineering's go-to-market is enterprise field sales, drawing on cross-referrals from seven sister firms covering architecture (Peacock + Lewis, JBD JGA, Kuo Diedrich Chi), architectural visualization (Visionary Spectacle Studios), consulting (GGA Partners), and marketing (Buffalo Groupe, Private Club Studios), plus a sustainability partnership with Vivid Leaf. Pricing is project-based and quote-driven, with no publicly disclosed rates; engagements are episodic rather than recurring, and the firm serves an established roster of elite clubs including The Breakers, Baltusrol, Bay Colony, Desert Mountain, Ocean Reef Club, The Ritz-Carlton, and Brookfield Properties.

Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, with an engineering office in Palm Beach Gardens, the firm is licensed across multiple US states and is expanding into adjacent North American and (indirectly) European markets through partner-driven distribution. Leadership transitioned in February 2026, with Kyle Ragsdale succeeding founder Michael Leemhuis as CEO. There is no public revenue, funding, or headcount disclosure; the firm operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary within a larger multi-brand professional services platform.

Name

ClubWorks Engineering

Legal name

ClubWorks, LLC

Website

https://clubworks.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

ClubWorks Engineering provides MEP and Fire Protection engineering services — including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire suppression design — to private clubs, luxury hospitality venues, and real estate developers across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

MEP and Fire Protection Engineering Services

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330), Engineering Services (54133), Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services (5413)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Alarm Systems (Design/Install/Service/Monitoring) (BPABAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Chillers, Boilers & Central Plant Operations (BPABACAG)

Keywords

• MEP engineering services
• Fire protection engineering
• HVAC system design
• Plumbing engineering design
• Electrical engineering design

Headquarters

HQ city

West Palm Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Engineering Consulting Services: Project-based professional engineering services for MEP and fire protection systems design and implementation for private clubs and hospitality venues. Services are tailored to the unique requirements of each project, covering mechanical engineering (HVAC), electrical engineering, plumbing engineering, and fire protection engineering.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ClubWorks Engineering provides Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Protection engineering services tailored for private clubs, hospitality venues, and luxury real estate developments. The firm designs HVAC and climate control systems, electrical and lighting systems, plumbing/water/sanitation systems, and integrated fire suppression and alarm systems, delivered as project-based professional engineering engagements by licensed Professional Engineers (PE).

Product overview

ClubWorks Engineering is part of the ClubWorks network, a wholly-owned platform of elite professional services firms serving the private club, hospitality, and real estate development industries. The core offering is ClubWorks Engineering's MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and Fire Protection engineering services, which includes specialized sub-products for mechanical engineering (HVAC/climate control), electrical engineering (lighting/power), plumbing engineering (water/sanitation), and fire protection engineering. These engineering services are complemented by seven partner firms within the ClubWorks collective: Peacock + Lewis and JBD JGA (architecture and design), Visionary Spectacle Studios (architectural visualization), GGA Partners (consulting), Private Club Studios (marketing/video), Buffalo Groupe (integrated marketing), and Kuo Diedrich Chi Architects (architecture). Together, the network provides end-to-end professional services for every stage of development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ClubWorks Engineering: An engineering firm offering Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Protection services for private clubs and hospitality venues.
• Private Club Studios

Products and services

• ClubWorks Engineering MEP and Fire Protection Engineering Services Comprehensive Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Protection engineering solutions tailored for private clubs, hospitality venues, and luxury real estate developments. Delivered as project-based professional engineering engagements by licensed Professional Engineers (PE).
• Mechanical Engineering (HVAC and Climate Control) Design of state-of-the-art HVAC and climate control systems for clubhouses and recreational areas to ensure member comfort and energy efficiency year-round.
• Electrical Engineering Lighting design, power distribution, and integration of advanced technologies to enhance ambiance of private club spaces while ensuring reliability and safety.
• Plumbing Engineering Efficient water and sanitation engineering solutions optimizing water usage and promoting sustainability within private club environments.
• Fire Protection Engineering Comprehensive fire safety design incorporating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing components, including fire suppression systems, alarms, and measures to protect people and property in private clubs and hospitality venues.

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kuo Diedrich Chi Architects (KDC)coreOthers · 1 September 2025An Atlanta-based full-service international architecture and design firm specializing in club and resort design. Strengthens and expands the ClubWorks portfolio with KDC's expertise and distinct creative voice.
• Buffalo GroupecoreOthers · 1 June 2024An award-winning marketing collective specializing in golf, hospitality, and real estate industries. Enhances ClubWorks' offerings with expertise in creative, digital, PR, websites, events, and research.
• Private Club Films (now Private Club Studios)coreOthers · 1 May 2023A full-service video production company specializing in compelling, club-focused storytelling. Later expanded and rebranded as Private Club Studios by Buffalo Groupe in February 2026.
• GGA PartnerscoreOthers · 1 March 2023An international consulting firm and trusted advisor to golf courses, private clubs, resorts, and residential communities. Expands ClubWorks' service offerings with expertise in strategy, operations, analytics, and executive search.
• Visionary Spectacle StudioscoreOthers · 1 August 2022An architectural visualization services firm that transforms any project into an animated virtual video. With offices in the U.S. and Peru, VS Studios enhances ClubWorks' ability to bring projects to life at any scale.
• Peacock + Lewis Architects and PlannerscoreOthers · 1 January 2022A premier hospitality and club amenities design firm creating transformative outcomes for Clubs of Distinction. Peacock + Lewis combined with JBD JGA under the ClubWorks brand when ClubWorks officially formed in January 2022.
• JBD JGA Design and ArchitecturecoreOthers · 1 January 2022An unrivaled hospitality planning, architecture and design company delivering full-service solutions for private clubs and residences. Combined with Peacock + Lewis under the ClubWorks brand in January 2022.
• Vivid LeafminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerClubWorks Engineering partnered with Vivid Leaf, the premier sustainability consultant in the private club industry. Vivid Leaf provides sustainability assessments, planning, measurement, and management software for private clubs, helping clubs understand energy usage, quantify ecological footprint, optimize performance, engage members, and guide boards toward sustainable growth.
• AzaleacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBuffalo Groupe (a ClubWorks partner firm) partnered with Azalea, Europe's specialist PR and marketing agency in golf, sport and tourism. This partnership creates a fully integrated international agency solution for brands seeking golf and lifestyle audiences across Europe, North America and beyond.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• IMEG: Engineering and design consulting firm with a substantial building engineering practice covering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection across commercial and institutional clients — closely comparable MEP service mix.
• Page: Architecture and engineering firm delivering integrated design across hospitality, healthcare, and commercial buildings, with a building engineering practice that competes for the same MEP design work as ClubWorks Engineering.
• Syska Hennessy Group: Major MEP engineering firm with strong presence in commercial, hospitality, healthcare, and mission-critical building design. Direct competitor for the same MEP engineering services ClubWorks Engineering delivers to private clubs and luxury hospitality clients.
• ME Engineers: Specialized MEP and technology engineering firm serving entertainment, hospitality, cultural, and sports venues. Closely comparable in scope (mechanical/electrical/plumbing/fire protection design) and customer base (premium venues and resorts) to ClubWorks Engineering.
• Affiliated Engineers: Engineering firm specializing in MEP, structural, and lighting design for complex building projects including performing arts, sports, convention, and cultural facilities — directly comparable multi-discipline MEP services.
• SmithGroup: Integrated design firm combining architecture, engineering, and planning across workplace, health, and cultural facilities. Comparable as a multi-discipline building services firm that delivers MEP engineering alongside broader design services.

Broad incumbents

• Arup: Global engineering consulting firm with a significant building services practice serving commercial, cultural, and hospitality developments. A broader incumbent whose MEP capability overlaps with ClubWorks Engineering but is not specialized to the private-club vertical.
• Burns & McDonnell: Large engineering firm with a building MEP practice serving commercial and institutional clients. Broad incumbent whose mechanical/electrical/plumbing capability overlaps with ClubWorks Engineering's core services.
• WSP: Global professional services consultancy with a meaningful building engineering and MEP practice across multiple sectors. Competes for the same project types as a broader, multi-vertical incumbent rather than a private-club specialist.
• Stantec: Global engineering, architecture, and consulting firm with a strong building engineering practice. A broad incumbent whose MEP services overlap with ClubWorks Engineering but serve a much wider end-market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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