Johnathan Woodside Appointed EVP of Building Engineering at Gresham Smith

Johnathan Woodside Appointed Executive Vice President of Gresham Smith's Building Engineering Market

Gresham Smith, a prominent firm specializing in architecture, engineering, and consultancy services with an impressive $355 million in annual gross revenue, has made a significant leadership change by naming Johnathan Woodside as the new Executive Vice President (EVP) of its Building Engineering market. This strategic appointment comes as Gresham Smith seeks to bolster its market position and streamline its client offerings within the building engineering sector.

A Strong Background in Engineering

Woodside has been a key part of Gresham Smith since 2007, bringing with him nearly 20 years of extensive experience in mechanical engineering, sustainability, and project management. His prior role as Project Executive has seen him play an essential part in elevating the firm's commissioning practices, turning them into successful business operations. His diverse experience includes working on significant projects, ranging from high-tech battery plants and healthcare facilities to educational institutions, commercial office buildings, and public spaces.

Rodney Chester, the CEO and Board Chair of Gresham Smith, praised Woodside's appointment, stating, "Johnathan's deep technical expertise, client-first mindset, and proven ability to build high-performing teams make him the right leader to guide the future growth of our Building Engineering market." Under Woodside's leadership, the firm plans to enhance its strategic focus on integration and innovation, not just within building engineering but across its entire service offerings.

A Commitment to Community and Professional Growth

In his own words, Woodside expressed his enthusiasm for this new position, emphasizing his dedication to growing the firm's services and deepening client partnerships. He stated, "Having built my career at Gresham Smith, I've seen how strong teams, discipline, and curiosity produce meaningful results, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with our talented team to deliver value to our clients."

Recognizing his contributions to the field, Woodside became a Gresham Smith owner in 2020, and that same year he was honored as one of Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine's "40 Under 40". Beyond his professional achievements, he is actively involved in the community, participating as a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and previously serving on Nashville's Metro Fire and Building Code Appeals Board. He has also contributed his time to Rocketown, a Nashville-based nonprofit youth outreach center.

Educational Background

Johnathan Woodside holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Tennessee State University and a Master of Business Administration from Tennessee Technological University. This educational foundation supports his role in leading complex engineering projects with a solid business acumen.

About Gresham Smith

Established as a leader in architecture, engineering, and consultancy, Gresham Smith offers a comprehensive range of services to both private and public-sector clients. With a presence in 27 offices throughout the United States, the firm operates across eight strategic sectors, including aviation, healthcare, transportation, and water and environment. Recognized as one of the world's most innovative companies by Fast Company, Gresham Smith remains committed to its core purpose of planning, designing, and consulting to foster healthy and thriving communities, exemplifying what they call "Genuine Ingenuity" in every project they undertake.

For more information about Gresham Smith and its enhanced leadership team, visit GreshamSmith.com.