AUSTIN, TX — Burns & McDonnell promotes Jake Merriman to lead its Central Texas office in Austin as it works to support growth in the region's construction, advanced manufacturing, and renewable energy markets. Merriman, who previously served as Managing Director of transmission for the firm, has more than 20 years of experience in engineering, construction, and project management.

“We've served the great city of Austin, its diverse range of industries and surrounding communities for many decades. Building on that, we are proud to welcome Jake and have him leading our growing team in Central Texas,” said Leslie Duke, President and General Manager in the region for Burns & McDonnell. “Empowered by Jake’s leadership, we are very well positioned to help customers across the region respond to new conditions, regulations, and scenarios across a variety of markets. The future of our support for local communities is bright under his incredible guidance and vision.”

With plans to strategically expand its business to meet the needs of the rapidly growing Austin market, the Burns & McDonnell team in Central Texas provides engineering, construction, consulting, and environmental services as well as design-build and engineer-procure-construct (EPC) project execution. Prioritizing safety, reliability, and efficiency within the project delivery process, employee-owners in Austin serve the following markets: aviation, construction, critical infrastructure, energy, environmental, facilities, manufacturing, and transportation.

“I am truly honored, humbled, and excited to lead our tremendous team of professionals in Austin,” Merriman said. “Our employee-owners across the region provide unmatched leadership, industry-leading innovation, and a deep passion for community involvement and development. We work harder, respond faster, and deliver more. From designing world-class manufacturing facilities to building and automating electrical transmission and distribution systems, we’re proud to work and live here — helping support and enhance the diverse communities and economy across Central Texas."