The smartest buildings don’t just run on data — they run on people.

From intern to Operations Manager, Reed Powell has spent his career helping MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions evolve from a regional mechanical contractor into a leader in smart building service and energy innovation.

In this episode of The Climate GAP: Quick Cuts, Reed shares how the company balances cutting-edge technology with the craft, mentorship, and trust that define lasting performance.

We discuss:

• How sustainability became the foundation for a modern mechanical business
• What it takes to lead through innovation on the bleeding edge
• Building a learning culture where interns become leaders
• The intersection of operations, finance, and technical excellence
• How service companies can drive the next wave of smart building adoption

About Reed Powell:

Reed is an Operations Manager at MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions, where he leads teams delivering mechanical and smart building projects across the Pacific Northwest. His work bridges sustainability, engineering, and human leadership.

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