Matthew B. Jarmel AIA | MBA | NCARB

Matthew B. Jarmel AIA | MBA | NCARB

Matthew B. Jarmel AIA | MBA | NCARB

President & CEO

Education
  • MBA, Real Estate Development & Urban Land Use | Rutgers School of Management, Newark, NJ
  • Bachelor of Architecture | New Jersey Institute of Technology, School of Architecture, Newark, NJ
Registrations & Credentials
  • Registered Architect
    NJ, AL, AZ, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NY, NC, NV, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI and Washington DC
  • Certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
Role & Expertise

Matthew B. Jarmel, AIA, MBA is an American architect and real estate developer with deep experience across a broad range of project types, including commercial design (both new buildings and interiors), multifamily housing, early education/childcare centers, and complex development initiatives. He serves as President & CEO of Jarmel Kizel Architects and Engineers, Inc., where he combines design leadership with strategic advisory work for clients and real estate developers.

Matt is recognized as an expert in land entitlement strategies and real estate financing, using his expertise to guide clients through the development process and contribute to the firm’s own project initiatives. He has qualified as an expert witness and provided testimony before municipal planning and zoning boards, redevelopment authorities, and courts on issues related to land planning, design, and development.

Beyond the Studio
Outside of the office, Matt is deeply committed to giving back to the community. He serves on the boards of the West Essex YMCA and JSDD and is also a member of the NJIT School of Architecture Advisory Board. Matt dedicates much of his free time to supporting initiatives that benefit others and has a particular passion for helping individuals with special needs. He actively contributes to programs and organizations that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.