AEC Transaction News

Posted on: 06/04/25
Written by: J.B. Keefe

June 4, 2025New York, NYBrightstar Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on partnering with closely held family, founder, or entrepreneur-led businesses, announces the acquisition of KZF Design, a Cincinnati-based architecture, engineering, and planning firm. This transaction establishes Brightstar’s new platform in the architecture industry, supporting future growth and acquisitions.

June 2, 2025Bozeman, MTCushing Terrell, a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm, announces the acquisition of ZGA Architects and Planners, a Boise-based architectural design firm. This acquisition enhances Cushing Terrell’s architectural bench strength and reinforces its presence in the Intermountain West.

May 28, 2025Pittsburgh, PAStratus Team, LLC, an integrated engineering and consulting firm, announces the acquisition of Kilian Engineering, a Georgia-based firm specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, and fire protection engineering. This acquisition enhances Stratus Team’s MEP/FA service offerings and expands its reach across the Southeastern U.S.

May 27, 2025Baton Rouge, LAAventia, an environmental services platform backed by Bernhard Capital Partners, announces the acquisition of Habitat Management, Inc., a firm specializing in ecological restoration and habitat construction. This transaction strengthens Aventia’s environmental services portfolio, particularly in mitigation banking and large-scale habitat management.

May 27, 2025Dallas, TXTrinity Consultants, a global provider of environmental consulting services, announces the acquisition of Zanjero, a water resources consulting firm based in Phoenix, AZ. This acquisition strengthens Trinity’s water rights, planning, and management services across the southwestern United States.

 

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