Careers

Faheem Hunarwar’s career spans continents, cultures, and an extraordinary chapter of public service. Before joining RE Tech Advisors, a Legence company, as an Office Coordinator, he spent 20 years as a diplomat for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan, an experience that shaped his approach to leadership, collaboration, and human connection. Today, he supports teams across the company while bringing a global perspective, creative spirit, and deep commitment to building community. Read on for Faheem’s inspiring story in our latest employee spotlight.

For nearly 40 years, Kent Peterson has helped shape the future of the engineering industry. As co-founder and CTO of P2S, a Legence company, Kent has built a legacy rooted in mentorship, technical excellence, and a commitment to elevating the profession. His leadership has guided generations of engineers, informed national sustainability standards, and helped P2S stay at the forefront of innovation as the built environment rapidly evolves. From the early days of launching P2S with his twin brother, Kevin, Kent has stayed grounded in the principles that continue to define the firm today: investing in people, delivering exceptional value to clients, and giving back to the engineering community. His passion for technical work remains central – whether he’s rolling up his sleeves to research emerging heat pump applications or collaborating with engineering teams on next-generation solutions. In this leadership spotlight, Kent reflects on the lessons that have shaped his career, the vision that has guided P2S for 35 years, and the emerging trends that excite him most about the decade ahead. He also shares a few personal insights – from travel must-haves to bucket-list aspirations – and what it’s been like to build a company alongside his identical twin. Get to know Kent in this candid and inspiring interview.

We are excited to welcome Rich Harrington, President of Bowers, to the Legence family! Rich’s thoughtful and collaborative leadership approach is a driving force behind his teams’ success, embodying authenticity, accountability, and innovation. His commitment to empowering individuals and fostering resilience makes him a natural fit for Legence’s mission to lead in the built environment space. In this leadership spotlight, Rich discusses his leadership philosophy and provides insight into the principles that have guided his career.

Terri Laurence, Principal and Mechanical Engineer at CMTA’s Boston office, has been a trailblazer in the engineering industry throughout her 48-year career. Since joining the firm in 1993, her technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence have driven impactful results across diverse market sectors. Yet, Terri's legacy extends far beyond her professional achievements—her career has been equally defined by her role as a mentor and pioneer for women in the AEC industry. In this employee spotlight, Terri reflects on the challenges that shaped her career, the unique perspective she brings to the field, and her dedication to fostering greater diversity within the profession.