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The Portside Group LLC
Bowie, MD
Simplicity and Common Sense Driven Success
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- 23
- Offices
- 1
- Projects
- 4
- Leaders
- 1
Overview
The Portside Group LLC provides fire protection, HVAC, and MEP engineering design and construction services. Founded by Victor Tilles, it brings nearly 30 years of fire suppression and life safety expertise to commercial, government, and institutional clients in the Mid-Atlantic region. It distinguishes itself through straightforward assessments, right-sized solutions, and a flat management structure that keeps senior engineers hands-on across projects.
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Projects
Diesel Fire Pump and Fire Pump House Design
Paramount Church Fire Protection and Life Safety
Washington, DC | Paramount Church
Mechanical and Electrical Modernization Program
U.S. Army
Credentials and affiliations
Leadership
Victor Tilles
Owner / Principal Engineer
Gulf War veteran with nearly 30 years of fire suppression and life safety engineering experience. Served in Somalia and Operation Northern Watch with the U.S. Navy managing sprinkler systems aboard naval vessels. Holds NICET certification. Previously worked at Schirmer Engineering and several large AE firms before founding The Portside Group.