Matt Downing is the Cincinnati Office Leader and Director of HEAPY’s Agile Operations. In this role, he leads the firm’s transformation toward a more efficient project delivery process while accelerating the growth and learning of colleagues across the organization. By developing Agile teams and practices, Matt helps ensure that HEAPY delivers stronger project outcomes for clients through collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

As Cincinnati Office Leader, Matt is equally focused on supporting colleagues locally and building strong connections with the community and clients.

Matt began his career as a commissioning engineer, concentrating on healthcare, science, and technology projects. He advanced to project manager with a specialization in laboratory and clean room spaces before moving into operations leadership. His technical background in Intelligent Building Management, Commissioning, and Energy Solutions provides a strong foundation for his strategic focus on reliable, resilient systems that prioritize occupant health, wellness, and energy efficiency.

Matt is a Certified Building Commissioning Provider, Certified Commissioning Professional, and LEED Accredited Professional. He earned his Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati.