Senior Associate, BR+A Consulting Engineers; BS, Mechanical Engineering, Loyola University Maryland
Mark Kelly is known for his technical rigor, leadership and commitment to delivering high-performing building systems for complex facilities. Over the past decade, he has built a strong portfolio of projects across health care, higher education and advanced research environments, where precise environmental control and energy performance are critical. Through his work, he has developed a reputation for coordinating multidisciplinary teams and delivering mechanical solutions that balance innovation, sustainability and reliability. After gaining early experience with Leach Wallace Associates, Kelly moved to Boston in 2017 and joined BR+A, where he has continued to expand his responsibilities. In this role, he manages intricate projects that require close coordination between architects, owners, contractors and engineering consultants to ensure systems meet performance goals while staying aligned with schedule and budget requirements. His portfolio includes major academic, health care and laboratory facilities such as Princeton University’s Quantum Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering, Boston Properties’ MXD Commercial Towers 250 & 290 Binney Street and multiple projects for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Boston University. In addition to managing project teams, Kelly plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers and strengthening firm culture by creating opportunities for professional development. To remain balanced, Kelly enjoys outdoor adventures and travel with family and friends. An avid skier since childhood, he regularly makes weekend trips from Boston to Vermont and travels to the Rocky Mountains each year for high-altitude slopes. The couple also seeks out challenging hikes at national parks and travel to international destinations, combining their love of travel with a passion for exploring new landscapes and cultures.
