{"id":7551,"date":"2025-06-12T09:22:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:22:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/randpc.com\/blog\/?p=7551"},"modified":"2025-06-12T09:48:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:48:06","slug":"new-partners-gurevich-grissett","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/m.randpc.com\/blog\/new-partners-gurevich-grissett\/","title":{"rendered":"RAND Welcomes Two New Partners: Eugene Gurevich and Paul R. Grissett"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"RAND<\/p>\n

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RAND Engineering & Architecture, DPC<\/strong> is pleased to announce the promotion of Eugene Gurevich, PE, AIA, LEED AP BD+C,<\/strong> and Code & Zoning Compliance Team Leader Paul R. Grissett<\/strong> to Partner. With their elevation to partnership, RAND\u2019s senior leadership team expands to seven, reinforcing the firm\u2019s long-standing commitment to technical excellence, regulatory expertise, and continued investment in leadership development.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Eugene<\/p>\n

Eugene Gurevich, PE, AIA, LEED AP BD+C<\/b>
\n<\/b>Partner, Construction Phase Director<\/b>
\n<\/b>Senior Structural Engineer | Architect<\/b><\/p>\n

Since joining RAND in 2008, Eugene Gurevich has played a central role in the firm\u2019s Facade & Roofing Team. As Senior Structural Engineer, Architect, and Construction Phase Director, Eugene leads rehabilitation and upgrade efforts at residential, commercial, and institutional buildings across the New York metropolitan area.<\/span><\/p>\n

His work spans FISP and PIPS repair programs, exterior wall restoration, roof replacement, structural and foundation improvement, and waterproofing of building envelopes. Eugene\u2019s responsibilities include design oversight, construction administration, special inspections, forensic investigations, emergency response, and feasibility studies. He also spearheads Physical Condition Survey assignments used in Capital Needs Assessments and Condominium Offering Plans, mentors junior staff, and provides expert witness testimony and litigation support.<\/span><\/p>\n

Eugene\u2019s portfolio reflects both technical range and attention to detail. He has managed large-scale capital improvement programs, green roof and solar installations, church restorations, and landmark preservation efforts. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Rutgers School of Engineering and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Norwich University, graduating <\/span>summa cum laude<\/span><\/i>. He is a Licensed Professional Engineer in New York and New Jersey, a Registered Architect in New Jersey, Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector (QEWI), Qualified Parking Structure Inspector (QPSI), NYC Technical Director of Special Inspections, ICC-Certified Special Inspector, LEED Accredited Professional (BD+C), and SPRAT Rope Access Technician.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Paul<\/p>\n

Paul R. Grissett<\/b>
\n<\/b>Partner, Code & Zoning Compliance Team Leader<\/b><\/p>\n

Since 1999, Paul R. Grissett has led RAND\u2019s in-house Code & Zoning efforts, guiding projects through the complex permitting and city agency filing processes required before construction can begin. As Code & Zoning Compliance Team Leader, Paul oversees a wide range of responsibilities, including securing permits across all disciplines, obtaining Certificates of Occupancy, clearing violations, conducting zoning and code analyses, and managing filings for regulatory compliance. He also coordinates responses to agency objections, leads inspection walkthroughs, and manages record and plan searches.<\/span><\/p>\n

Paul\u2019s deep knowledge of New York City\u2019s regulatory landscape comes from years of hands-on experience working closely with agencies such as the Department of Buildings, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Department of Transportation, NYC Fire Department, Environmental Control Board, Parks Department, Office of Environmental Remediation, Department of Housing Preservation and Development, and Department of Environmental Protection. He is fully versed in zoning regulations, building codes, and local laws, and is known for his thoroughness, calm problem-solving, and consistent support of both clients and colleagues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before joining RAND, Paul worked as a legal records supervisor at Willkie Farr & Gallagher. He studied construction and civil engineering at New York City Technical College.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cEugene and Paul have each brought a long-standing dedication to quality and a depth of technical expertise that has helped shape the firm\u2019s evolution,\u201d said Stephen A. Varone, AIA, President and Founder of RAND. \u201cTheir leadership strengthens our ability to deliver complex work and support the growth of our teams, and their hard work, integrity, and exemplary ethics set a high bar.\u00a0 We\u2019re proud to welcome them to senior level partnership and look forward to their continued contributions to both our clients and RAND\u2019s future.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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To learn more about RAND\u2019s leadership team, visit our Leadership page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About RAND
\n<\/strong>Founded in 1987,\u00a0RAND\u00a0Engineering & Architecture, DPC<\/a> is a 120-person New York City firm that designs and administers programs for repair, upgrade, restoration, and adaptive re-use of residential, commercial, institutional, and retail properties. Our expertise includes exterior envelope repair, with a particular focus on FISP; window and door replacement; heating, plumbing, and electrical upgrades; architectural design and ADA compliance; feasibility studies and plan reviews; structural engineering; forensic surveys; benchmarking, energy audits, and retro-commissioning; green roofs; and historic restoration. RAND also has an Industrial Rope Access Group, a Drone Services Group, an Infrared Survey Group, a 3D Laser Scanning Team, and a Code & Zoning Compliance Team, and is also a Special Inspections Agency. Please visit\u00a0randpc.com<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n

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