Fehr Graham, a leading Midwest engineering and environmental firm, ranked on the Zweig Hot Firm list for the fifth consecutive year and 11th time overall.
The firm ranked No. 82 on this year's Hot Firm list. Zweig Group annually recognizes the 100 fastest-growing firms in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry. Firms are ranked on percentage and dollar revenue growth over a three-year period.
To qualify, firms must derive at least 50% of their revenue from the AEC industry during the evaluation period, have generated at least $500,000 in gross revenue in 2022 and $1 million in 2025, and have been established on or before Dec. 31, 2020.
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Our fifth consecutive year ranking on the Hot Firm list highlights the care, dedication and commitment our employees demonstrate on every project. It’s exciting to see our work and our people receive this recognition, and I’m proud to be part of such an incredible organization" |
Kyle Saunders, President
Fehr Graham first appeared on the Hot Firm List in 2007 and made the list a handful of times before reappearing in 2022 at No. 74. The firm then ranked No. 54 in 2023, No. 83 in 2024, No. 60 in 2025 and No. 82 in 2026, marking its longest streak on the list.
Founded in Freeport, Illinois, in 1973 by Al Fehr and Joe Graham, the firm has grown from five employees in one office to 260 people across 11 offices in three states. The firm has grown significantly in recent years through strategic acquisitions and a people-first culture that empowers employees to grow, lead and thrive.
Winners will be recognized at the 2026 Elevate AEC Conference Sept. 29-Oct. 1 in Park City, Utah.