James (Jim) Bilella serves as President and CEO of Urban, where he leads the firm’s strategic direction, growth initiatives, and operations. With more than 30 years at Urban, Jim brings a deep understanding of the company’s culture, clients, and multidisciplinary services.

Throughout his career, Jim has held various positions in different departments within the firm, allowing him to gain valuable insights into almost every aspect of Urban’s business. This diverse experience enables him to lead Urban effectively, prioritizing technical quality, responsiveness to clients, and employee engagement.

Jim is a Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in 38 states. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from Drexel University and remains actively involved in numerous industry organizations. He is a member of the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES), the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA), the Delaware Valley Green Building Council (DVGBC), the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Code Council (ICC), and the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME).