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Gleeds' journey in the United States began in 1984 with the establishment of our headquarters in Atlanta. Over the past four decades, we have expanded our presence across key cities, including New York, Houston, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco.
Our growth is characterized by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and client-focused solutions. By strategically locating our offices, we ensure efficient and effective service delivery, leveraging local expertise and global best practices.
Commitment to excellence
Gleeds has been a trusted partner in the U.S. construction landscape since establishing our headquarters in Atlanta in 1984. Our presence across key cities allows us to bring global expertise to local projects. Our services span project and program management, cost management, construction management, and advisory services. We cater to various sectors, including commercial, advanced manufacturing, mission-critical, education, and energy. Our team combines local knowledge with global best practices, ensuring every project is executed to the highest standards.
At Gleeds, we are dedicated to delivering value-driven solutions that optimize project outcomes, mitigate risks, and drive sustainable growth. Our experienced professionals are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and innovation, ensuring successful project execution across the nation.
Atlanta
Since 1984, Atlanta has proudly served as the home of Gleeds' U.S. headquarters, contributing to the city's dynamic and thriving business landscape.Affectionately known as the 'City in a Forest,' Atlanta stands out as a hub of corporate activity, boasting the third-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the United States. Among its prestigious residents are global giants such as Coca-Cola, Home Depot, and Delta Airlines.
With its roots as a vital transportation nexus dating back to 1837, Atlanta continues to flourish as a pivotal economic center. Anchored by the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world's largest airport serving approximately 94 million passengers annually, Atlanta's diverse economy spans finance, technology, media and logistics. This diversity is a testament to the city's resilience and adaptability in an ever-changing global landscape.
With a population of 6.3 million, the sprawling Atlanta metropolitan area ranks as the sixth largest in the country, offering a wealth of opportunities for businesses and residents alike.
Our Atlanta-based team has had the privilege of partnering with esteemed institutions such as Georgia State University on projects across their downtown campus, as well as automotive giants across the southeast like Mercedes Benz and the second largest utility company in the U.S. - Southern Company. Our experience spans a wide range of sectors enabling us to deliver tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.
Key contacts
Stuart Lumsden
Chief Executive Officer, Gleeds Americas, Denver, United States
115 Perimeter Center Place
Suite 800
Atlanta
Georgia
GA 30346
United States
Chicago
Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S. with nearly three million people, 100 neighborhoods, eight major league sports teams and has the second-highest percentage of commuters riding their bikes to work. Chicago is a city known for being a melting pot, hosting over 40 annual film festivals, 74 music festivals, 200 professional dance companies and is the theatre capital within the U.S. Not only is Chicago culturally diverse but is a city in a garden with 580 parks and 8,300 acres of green spaces.
Our Chicago office specializes in providing program and project management services with experience working across multiple construction sectors. We focus on adding value for our clients through innovative ideas that optimize existing processes and drive efficiency across the organization.
Among our energy sector, Gleeds has worked with many well-known energy clients throughout the Midwest, including the likes of Peoples Gas, Duke Energy, Nicor Gas, NiSource, EDP Renewables and more.
Illinois is the fifth-largest energy-consuming state in the nation, and its industrial sector, which includes petroleum refining, coal mining and agriculture, uses the most energy of any end-use sector in the state. Illinois ranks fourth in the nation in crude oil refining capacity behind Texas, Louisiana and California, and the state's four refineries can process nearly one million barrels of crude oil per calendar day. The estimated recoverable coal reserves in Illinois are the second largest in the nation after Montana, and the state's coal mines account for 6% of U.S. total coal production. Illinois is the third-largest ethanol-producing state (1.4 billion gallons annually) and the fourth-largest biodiesel fuel producer (167 million gallons). Illinois generates more electricity from nuclear energy than any other state, and it accounted for about 13% of U.S. nuclear power generation in 2022.
Denver
Established in 2019, Gleeds’ Denver office is poised to become a leading player in the vibrant business landscape of the Mile-High City.
Named as one of the best places to live by U.S. News and World Report, Denver offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and outdoor adventure, making it an attractive destination for businesses and residents alike. As the largest city within 500 miles, Denver serves as a natural hub for the storage and distribution of goods and services to the mountain states, southwest states and all western states. Moreover, its central location makes it a major hub for the U.S., situated nearly equidistant from large cities of the Midwest and some large cities of the West Coast. This geographic advantage has attracted a considerable government presence, with many federal agencies based or having offices in the Denver area.
Our Denver team specializes in working with clients across sectors such as mission critical, workplace and commercial real estate. We are committed to leveraging our expertise and experience to deliver exceptional results for every project.
As our Denver team continues to grow, we look forward to building partnerships and making a positive impact on this mountain-based city and the surrounding areas.
Key contacts
Stuart Lumsden
Chief Executive Officer, Gleeds Americas, Denver, United States
Houston
As the Energy Capital of the World, Houston is the headquarters and the intellectual capital for virtually every segment of the energy industry including exploration, production, transmission, marketing, supply and technology. Houston employs nearly a third of the nation's jobs in oil and gas extraction. Home to over 4,700 energy-related firms, the region remains at the forefront of foreign investment in energy.
The critical mass created by such a high concentration of companies and thought leaders in one geographic area yields opportunities for all sectors of the energy industry, including a growing focus on energy tech and renewable forms of energy.
Gleeds Houston offers all services associated with the development and execution of capital programs including but not limited to:
- Pre-project economic analysis / project justification
- Plant / project location optimization / siting surveys
- Owner’s representative during project development and execution
- Construction management and site inspection services
- Plant operations and asset integrity management.
Key contacts
Will Burton
Chief Operating Officer, Gleeds Americas, Atlanta, United States
New York
Situated in the beating heart of the world's most populous city, Gleeds New York has been an integral part of the bustling metropolis since 2004.
New York City, home to over 8.3 million people, boasts the largest metropolitan economy globally. Our Manhattan office, located in the heart of the financial district places us at the center of this economic powerhouse, with Midtown Manhattan alone housing an impressive 400 million SF of office space, making it the largest central business district in the world.
Ranked first among cities worldwide in attracting capital, businesses and tourists, New York City is synonymous with finance, commerce and culture. It serves as a major financial hub, with Wall Street and the New York Stock Exchange anchoring its financial district. Additionally, New York City is a hub for international trade, media, technology and entertainment, boasting the headquarters of numerous multinational corporations.
Beyond its economic prowess, New York City is a vibrant and multicultural metropolis, embodying dynamism, diversity and endless opportunities. Its iconic skyline, bustling streets and rich cultural offerings make it a magnet for talent and innovation, solidifying its status as one of the world's most captivating and influential cities.
Key contacts
Adrian Farren
Vice President, Gleeds Americas, New York, United States
San Francisco
Located in the heart of one of the world's most vibrant economic and cultural centers, Gleeds San Francisco brings our expertise in construction and real estate consultancy to the dynamic landscape of the Bay Area.
San Francisco, regarded as the second-most densely populated city in the U.S. after New York, stands as a global hub of economic activity, innovation and creativity. It’s home to leading universities, world-renowned tech firms and a thriving hospitality sector.
Established in 2014, our presence on the West Coast underscores our commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients, particularly in the tech industry. Situated amidst the innovation epicenter of Silicon Valley, our San Francisco office enables us to remain at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring that our clients receive cutting-edge solutions tailored to their needs.
Our experienced team in San Francisco has had the privilege of working with a diverse range of clients, including tech giants, schools and universities, mission-critical firms and corporate real estate customers.
Whether it's managing complex construction projects, providing strategic real estate advice or navigating the unique challenges of the Bay Area market, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in every aspect of our work.