John Kisner

John Kisner

Principal, Higher Education Regional Manager - Georgia

John first worked for PBK as his first job after graduate school, and he returned to join PBK in Georgia. He has more than 33 years of professional experience in programming, planning, design, and construction management for a broad range of institutional projects, with specific expertise in educational projects and existing buildings. From an early age, John wished to be an architect and began his first architecture job while in high school. International travel created a love for urban design, and a longstanding interest in sustainability triggered his early LEED accreditation. His interest in history led to work in preservation, where John respects the cultural significance of our older buildings and will strive to make the most of the inherent value in existing structures. John’s keenest interest is optimizing the specific combination of scope, quality, budget, and vision for each client. He enjoys leading teams with high levels of expertise for the successful delivery of challenging projects. 

John first worked for PBK as his first job after graduate school, and he returned to join PBK in Georgia. He has more than 33 years of professional experience in programming, planning, design, and construction management for a broad range of institutional projects, with specific expertise in educational projects and existing buildings. From an early age, John wished to be an architect and began his first architecture job while in high school. International travel created a love for urban design, and a longstanding interest in sustainability triggered his early LEED accreditation. His interest in history led to work in preservation, where John respects the cultural significance of our older buildings and will strive to make the most of the inherent value in existing structures. John’s keenest interest is optimizing the specific combination of scope, quality, budget, and vision for each client. He enjoys leading teams with high levels of expertise for the successful delivery of challenging projects. 

Winston Churchill said “We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.” I believe this is true not only for buildings. We are also shaped by our neighborhoods and cities, as well as by visits to more natural environments. I am fascinated by all aspects of the elements that shape our world, and I love working toward improving the places where we live, work, and play.
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