Brian Barks PE, CCP, BCxP
Director of Industry Relations
Home Office: Bend
Brian’s commitment to developing his craft has always guided his path. Early in his career, he discovered a passion for optimizing building systems, driven by the profound impact he could have in creating efficiency, reducing maintenance costs, and improving occupant comfort. His firsthand experience, collaborative leadership style, and strategic mindset have rooted him in the industry as a trusted partner and leader. Brian is a licensed professional mechanical engineer, a certified commissioning provider, and leads Systems West’s Central Oregon operations and also serves as our Director of Industry Relations, helping to foster client relationships, industry partnerships, and project success across all SWE’s services.
Outside of project work, Brian uses his industry knowledge as a vessel for broader impact. He serves as the Northwest Chapter President of the Building Commissioning Association and shares his passion with future engineers at Oregon State University-Cascades. His determination to continuously raise the bar in the commissioning industry was recognized by the Building Commissioning Association, naming him one of BCxA’s 20 Under 40 honorees in 2021.
Brian calls Central Oregon home and can be found in his free time hitting the links with clients, casting a line with his dad, or spending time with his family.