• Website: https://www.gaiadevelopment.com/
  • Email: marina@gaiadevelopment.com
  • Company Size: 14
  • Industry: Sustainability
  • Locations: Playa VIsta

Since 2005, GAIA has led sustainability in real estate. Founding Principal Ryan McEvoy pioneered the first LEED speculative building for commercial and industrial use in Pasadena, CA. We work nationwide with developers, owners, architects, contractors, and capital partners to create high-performance buildings, driving decarbonization and market value. Our projects include industrial portfolios, REITs, schools, multifamily, hospitality, retail, and offices. Recognized as a LEED Proven Provider, GAIA is trusted for hands-on project management and has consulted on over 100 million square feet.We work with developers, owners, architects, contractors, and capital partners across the U.S. to create high-performance buildings, helping them gain a competitive advantage in their market.

Our vast project experience includes industrial portfolios, REITs, education, multifamily, lifestyle hospitality, retail, and offices. Our team is leading decarbonization efforts across the built environment—from development through operations—to create more resilient properties with greater long-term value.

Since 2005, GAIA has led sustainability in real estate. Founding Principal Ryan McEvoy pioneered the world’s first LEED speculative building for commercial and industrial use in Pasadena, California. We work nationwide with developers, owners, architects, and partners to create high-performance buildings, adding market value through decarbonization. Our experience spans industrial, REITs, schools, multifamily, hospitality, retail, and offices. Recognized as a LEED Proven Provider, GAIA is a trusted name for hands-on project management, consulting on over 100 million square feet of buildings and driving sustainability across the built environment.


At GAIA, we believe in supporting our team both at work and in life. With our 9/80 optional schedule, you get every other Friday off to recharge or get things done. We offer great benefits including full medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K with employer matching, and wellness reimbursements to empower you feeling your best. We’re advocates for growth—whether it’s career advancement, profit-sharing bonuses, or upskilling, we want you to succeed!

Sustainability is our mission and we walk the talk with programs like solar incentives for employees’ homes, paid-volunteer days, and vegetarian/vegan-provided company meals.



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