Woolpert Taps AEG Veteran David Martin to Oversee Global Expansion
Event summary
- Woolpert appoints David Martin as Executive Vice President, Global Operations, effective April 8, 2026.
- Martin brings 35 years of AEG industry experience, including leadership roles at Michael Baker International and Larson Design Group.
- Woolpert has completed nine strategic acquisitions over the past four years, growing to 3,200 employees and $750M+ in annual revenue.
- Martin will focus on operational alignment and scaling global operations across 75 offices in five continents.
The big picture
Woolpert's appointment of David Martin underscores the firm's aggressive growth strategy through acquisitions and global expansion. The move comes as AEG firms increasingly consolidate to compete on scale and service diversity. With $750M+ in revenue and operations across five continents, Woolpert is positioning itself as a major player in the architecture, engineering, and geospatial services market.
What we're watching
- Integration Challenges
- How Martin will align operations across Woolpert's nine recent acquisitions and 75 global offices.
- Federal Market Focus
- Whether Martin's expertise in federal contracts will drive further growth in U.S. government sector.
- Scaling Strategy
- The pace at which Woolpert can maintain operational efficiency while expanding its global footprint.