The “Circle of Excellence” is PSMJ’s national recognition highlighting AEC firms that are industry leading for operational excellence, financial strength, and long-term resilience.
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) has been named to the 2026 AEC Circle of Excellence: The Industry’s Best Managed Firms.
Through this exclusive annual recognition, PSMJ Resources, Inc. honors top-performing architecture and engineering firms across the United States and Canada.
MPS is one of just 61 firms to make the 2026 list. To be recognized, a firm must demonstrate exceptional performance in key business indicators including profitability, management, cash flow, productivity, staff growth, and retention.
We are honored to be recognized among the industry’s best-managed firms. This achievement reflects the dedication of our incredible staff, the trust of our wonderful clients, and our continued commitment to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and delivering meaningful solutions that strengthen all of the communities we serve.”
– Chad Cousins, CEO / McMillan Pazdan Smith
The “Circle of Excellence” recognizes the top 20% of firms participating in PSMJ’s AE Financial Performance Benchmark Survey. Participating firms are evaluated across nine critical performance metrics. PSMJ celebrates firms that consistently achieve outstanding business results.
PSMJ will formally recognize the 2026 Circle of Excellence firms at AEC THRIVE: The Growth, Profit, and Success Summit for AEC Firm Leaders, October 21-23, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona.