Passionate community partners—that’s what makes us KAI.

“KAI has been a huge part of who I am since I began following in my father’s footsteps 20 years ago. And to this day, it means everything to me. At a young age, I became fascinated with the design and construction process, accompanying my father on numerous trips to project sites around the country. I realized my career ambition was to transform urban distressed environments and promote diversity within the AEC industry, and through our new structure, we are equipped more than ever to be an integral part of transforming communities.”

“At KAI, we share a common purpose—to help our clients, employees and communities progress. And through our recent restructure, we are uniquely positioned to deliver on our promise of transforming communities through integrated design and construction excellence. As a leader at KAI, I look forward to continuing our strong reputation for quality, growth, stability and innovation.”

“For me, KAI became my life’s work and my legacy. I have been blessed to be able to pass the business along to my oldest son, Michael Kennedy, Jr. to create his legacy. Founding KAI has been one of the proudest accomplishments of my life, but it pales in comparison to being able to work on a daily basis with my son to grow the family business. That has been one of the best experiences of my life.”

“After a three-decade journey successfully growing and leading a significant global buildings business, I was at a career crossroads. I intuitively felt I was ripe for a different platform—and my next career chapter. KAI presented a unique opportunity to get back to my roots, work hands-on with community projects and serve as a catalyst to drive this already successful business enterprise to new growth plateaus. I knew the KAI culture and values, had a productive history with the leadership team and was impressed with the collective vision for the next evolution of KAI. It was a perfect storm for me and a great alignment of chemistry and mutual respect.”

“What has always drawn me to KAI is the supportive, cohesive environment. And it’s more than just the culture, it’s the experience. Within the 360 CS group, we help and protect each other, and everyone plays a key role in our success. We are more than just a team, we are a family.”

“At KAI, our commitment extends far beyond mere structures. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals and the vitality of communities through our services and endeavors. Our Design group’s aspirations are to forge a profound influence within our constructed environments while providing an enjoyable journey through the design and construction process to our valued clients and stakeholders.”

“At KAI, our core values breathe life into community transformation. As a third-generation construction professional, I’ve readied myself for advocacy and trusted advisory roles. Our goal is to foster a community-valuing team that takes care of and protects our customers, reinforcing accountability and accessibility. With faith as our guide, we steward resources, meld diverse minds, and cherish giving back. In this open-minded voyage, questions evolve into shared solutions. Empathy and candor thrive, paving the way for each team member’s growth. Efficiency propels us forward, and love propels our hearts. Together, we craft a leadership that shapes communities and fuels our shared vision.”

“Being part of an organization that’s committed to family and communities is the essence of KAI, that’s what made it an easy decision to join this great firm. Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, and working together is success. If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself. I believe this is what embodies KAI’s commitment and dedication to the people we serve.”

“It’s clear KAI is dedicated to doing what is best for their clients, their partners and employees, and its diverse culture is one of a kind in this industry. The organization is a special blend of talent, passion, and support resulting in success for everyone involved. The versatility of our corporate structure allows us to be flexible to the varying needs of our diverse clientele. From a finance perspective, it also insulates us from the natural ebbs and flows of the AEC market and opens doors for continued investment in value-creating opportunities. It’s an exciting time in the evolution of KAI and I look forward to the new challenges that come with a growing company.”