DeSimone Consulting Engineering has been named to Crain's New York Business list of the 2025 Best Places to Work in New York City for the second consecutive year, reflecting the firm's commitment to a supportive and innovative workplace culture at its global headquarters. The recognition, based on anonymous employee surveys conducted by Workforce Research Group, celebrates companies that foster collegiality, collaboration, and caring through initiatives such as mentoring, paid volunteer time, and employee-driven projects.
Survey results from DeSimone's New York office reveal strong employee engagement: 94% of respondents expressed pride in being part of a company whose reputation, projects, and values align with their own. A full 98% reported understanding how their efforts contribute to organizational success, motivating them to engage in meaningful work. Additionally, 97% of staff indicated they go above and beyond for the company, citing strong leadership and a supportive environment as key drivers.
Stephen V. DeSimone, Chairman and CEO, said, "It is a tremendous honor to see our people affirm the values we live by every day. When our people feel supported, respected, and inspired, the projects we deliver for our clients exceed their expectations in terms of technical innovation and efficient delivery."
Founded in New York City in 1969, DeSimone has grown from a single office into a global engineering leader with 19 offices across four continents. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of services, including structural engineering, façade and building envelope consulting, vertical transportation, structural detailing, tilt-up design, wind engineering, vibration analysis, and advisory services such as dispute resolution. Notable New York projects include the office-to-residential conversion of One Wall Street, the reimagining of Terminal Warehouse into a mixed-use complex, and the structural design for the revitalization of One Times Square, featuring a cantilevered observation deck and new curtain wall for the 2025 New Year's Eve ball drop.
DeSimone's workplace culture emphasizes growth and resilience through regular town halls, in-house seminars, tuition reimbursement, hybrid work options, wellness initiatives, team-building gatherings, and charitable projects. The Crain's honor adds to a growing list of accolades in 2025, including Top Workplace recognition from USA Today, The Sunday Times of London, the South Florida Sun Sentinel, and the Miami Herald. Over the past five years, DeSimone has expanded its global workforce from 250 to approximately 600 professionals, adding offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and South America, and acquiring specialized companies to enhance client services. For more information, visit DeSimone Consulting Engineering.
