Structural Engineering Section Head – Lexington, KY

Structural Engineering Section Head 2026-227

Location:  Lexington, Kentucky
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship:   No

Experience Required: 10+ years

Education Requirements: BS Civil Engineering, plus Professional Engineer License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineering Section Head to lead bridge projects for a 100% employee owned engineering and construction company in Lexington, Kentucky.

Your Role:

You will be responsible for managing the structural design and construction team, perform business development, and leading financial success of the department at the local level.

  • Lead and contribute to the production of structural construction proposals.
  • Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff.
  • Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders.
  • Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development.
  • Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly.
  • Establish resources staffing needs for the section.
  • Interview and hire staff for the section.
  • Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams.
  • Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team.

Required Skills:

  • Excellent management skills.
  • Influential in working with clients and fellow employees.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • Professional Engineer License
  • 10+ years’ experience in bridge and horizontal structural design and construction.
  • Project management and business development experience.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience working with local clients at the county and state level.
  • Supervisory experience.

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-227 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Bridge Construction Project Manager – Herndon, VA

Bridge Construction Project Manager 2026-226

Location:  Herndon, Virginia on a hybrid schedule
Relocation Assistance: YESlimited
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 10 + years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Civil Engineering, plus Virginia Professional Engineer License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing employee-owned engineering firm who is looking to add an experienced Bridge Construction Project Manager to their team in Herndon, Virginia, to work on a wide range of projects, from smaller $5M–$10M efforts to large, complex, regionally significant projects and design-build pursuits.

They are willing to provide a sign-on bonus for relocation assistance for the right person.

You will work a hybrid schedule of 3 days in-office (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday), and 2 days remote (Wednesday and Friday).

Your Role:

You will help lead and deliver a growing portfolio of bridge and transportation structure projects across Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic. This role is ideal for a senior bridge engineer who is actively transitioning into a client-facing project management role and wants to take the next step in leadership, oversight, and delivery responsibility.

  • Lead multiple bridge and structural projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients, building strong working relationships and managing expectations
  • Coordinate and guide technical resources within the project team to ensure high-quality deliverables
  • Provide technical oversight and direction to bridge/structural staff; not expected to perform daily design, but must be comfortable reviewing work and making technical decisions
  • Develop and manage project management plans, quality management plans, schedules, and staffing plans
  • Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
  • Manage subconsultants and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
  • Communicate project status, updates, risks, and financial performance to internal leadership and clients
  • Prepare and review progress reports, invoices, and project status presentations
  • Participate in project financial reviews and office leadership meetings
  • Support staff development through mentorship, coaching, and performance feedback
  • Assist with business development activities including client relationship development, proposal support, and interviews
  • Serve as a client champion and take on staff oversight / direct reports

Required Skills:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong presentation skills

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering with a focus in structural engineering
  • 10 or more years of bridge and structural design experience
  • Professional Engineer License in Virginia, or the ability to obtain one by reciprocity
  • Demonstrated project management experience or clear progression into a PM role
  • Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills (written and verbal)

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience working with VDOT, and Virginia localities and agencies
  • Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
  • Experience managing multidiscipline project teams
  • Prior experience working on complex or large-scale transportation infrastructure projects

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-226 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Water Resources Project Engineer – Virginia Beach, VA

Water Resources Project Engineer   2026-225

Location:  Virginia Beach, Virginia
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: YES

Experience Required: 4 – 10 years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering, plus Professional Engineer License in the state of Virginia, or ability to obtain license within 6 months

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing Civil Engineering firm in Virginia Beach, Virginia, who are seeking a motivated mid-level Water Resources Project Engineer with 4-10 years of experience.

You should be well-versed across the Water Resources discipline with demonstrated design experience in drainage and stormwater management design, complex hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and erosion and sediment control design with the supporting capabilities to perform a variety of concurrent design tasks in the civil engineering field. 

Your Role:

You will help grow the Water Resources discipline as part of a multi-discipline engineering office with strong transportation resume and clients. Successful candidates will act as a technical mentor to less experienced engineers, and will grow into a management role for a variety of Water Resource related engineering projects.

  • Develop drainage design and stormwater management design in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using current design software
  • Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, aerial photography and other topographical or geological data to plan projects
  • Conduct watershed studies and hydrologic and hydraulic analysis
  • Assist in the preparation of Contract Documents including Scopes, Fees, Plans, Reports, Specifications and Cost Estimates
  • Expected to perform daily duties in a collaborative environment with engineers across other disciplines
  • Mentor younger engineers
  • Coordination with contractors, outside consultants, government agencies, and JMT staff from multiple locations and technical disciplines
  • Assist in construction phase service requests from the client or contractor

Required Skills:

  • Strong understanding of Virginia stormwater regulations
  • Experience in stormwater and drainage design for Virginia transportation projects
  • Knowledge and design experience in linear drainage, stormwater management and erosion and sediment control design, complex modeling across several programs and site plan developments for state and Hampton Roads municipalities
  • Knowledge of complex Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling
  • Proficiency in Microstation OpenRoads Designer, HEC-RAS, and PCSWMM
  • Ability to progress designs with multiple concurrent projects
  • Ability to provide quality deliverables while working on concurrent projects
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, which includes Microsoft Office products
  • Demonstrate time management while providing a quality deliverable within budget
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental engineering
  • 4-10 years of experience in Water Resources engineering
  • Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Virginia or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
  • Hydrologic Modeling experience using TR-55 / TR20 and Rational Methodologies
  • Hydraulic Modeling experience using HEC-RAS, HY-8, HydroCAD or other applicable modeling software
  • Drainage and Stormwater Management design experience
  • Erosion and Sediment Control design experience
  • Experience working with clients at the local and state levels

Preferred Experience:

  • Virginia DEQ certified stormwater management combined administrator
  • Familiarity with VDOT and Locally Administered Project (LAP) requirements and protocols
  • Experience with GIS

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-225 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Water Resources Project Manager

Water Resources Project Manager   2026-219

Location:  Virginia Beach, Virginia
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship: No

Experience Required: 8+ years

Education Requirements: BS or higher in Civil Engineering or related field, plus Professional Engineer License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a growing employee-owned engineering firm to find an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to work from their office in Virginia Beach, Virginia. This is a hybrid role, with the option to work remotely two days per week. Periodic travel is required to project sites and to visit clients.

Your Role:

You will lead linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects, including planning, scope, schedule and budget; team coordination; stakeholder communication; risk management; resource management; quality assurance; and reporting, as well as business development and interactions with clients.

  • Manage multiple projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget
  • Collaborate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop a risk-adverse project scope, schedule and fee
  • Develop project-specific project plans, draft reports, cost estimates, prepare complex stormwater models and respond to client comments in support of linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects
  • Manage internal and external project team members
  • Communicate project status, updates, and issues to all stakeholders
  • Build relationships with clients to understand preferences and requirements to set-up and execute a quality project
  • Prepare progress reports and review invoices
  • Assist Section Heads, Office Leaders, and Service Line Leaders with the marketing process including, prepositioning meetings, proposal development, and shortlist interviews
  • Coordinate and guide all technical resources within the project team to ensure delivery of a high-quality outcome
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to the project team through one-on-one check-in meetings and various project debriefs to acknowledge achievements, identify areas for improvement, and share lessons learned
  • Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meetings, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team
  • Ensure staff and project/program compliance with quality control policies and procedures.
  • Assemble and review design “milestone” submittal deliverables and ensure completeness and quality of the submittal which includes construction phase service duties.

Required Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and SharePoint
  • Proficient in Bentley products such as Microstation and ProjectWise
  • Strong communication/mentorship skills
  • Ability to collaborate in a multidiscipline team setting
  • Ability to deliver concurrent projects on time and on budget

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field
  • 8+ years of relevant transportation experience
  • Virginia Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain in 6 months
  • Previous experience with transportation or civil infrastructure and VDOT and locally administered VDOT projects
  • DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control and or Stormwater Plan Reviewer
  • 1D and or 2D PCSWMM Modeling experience
  • Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
  • Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-219 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Mechanical Facilities Project Manager

Mechanical Facilities Project Manager 2026-217

Location: Newark, Delaware
Relocation Assistance: No
Visa Sponsorship:   Yes

Experience Required: 12 years

Education Requirements: BS Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering, plus Professional Engineer License

Please note – the client does not allow us to post the salary range, nor the company name. Please contact Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com if you have questions.

We are working with a major facilities engineering firm in Newark, Delaware, to find an experienced and dedicated Mechanical Project Manager with experience in a wide range of design and engineering experience with facilities mechanical and plumbing systems including domestic and sanitary piping design, HVAC and industrial duct design, DX refrigeration, hydronic distribution, air-handling equipment, central thermal plants, and fire protection.

Your Role:

You will work on facilities engineering and design projects of varying sizes within the educational, public works, water/wastewater, transportation, transit, government, and aviation industries, and will be responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including planning, scope, schedule and budget, team coordination, stakeholder communication, risk management, resource management, quality assurance, and reporting.

You will:

  • Oversee and perform engineering calculations and assessments to determine best practice mechanical design solutions for specific applications
  • Conduct and lead field investigations, HVAC load studies, energy modeling, code reviews
  • Oversee, produce, and provide quality control for mechanical/plumbing design documents (drawings and specifications) for bidding and construction
  • Oversee the design and drafting tasks of junior engineering staff, and perform quality control review of design documents
  • Coordinate project designs with client specifications and local, city, state code requirements, including interaction with code officials and permitting offices
  • Navigate a variety of complex issues in both preparing mechanical designs and assisting the
  • Owner/Architect/Contractor with construction issues in the field
  • Serve as project manager on a variety of mechanically driven facilities projects of varying sizes and types
  • Monitors schedules, budgets, accounts receivable and manpower requirements and prepares invoices
  • Develop Project Management plans for assigned projects
  • Establish project pricing and budgets
  • Create and maintain project schedules
  • Develop and maintain project specific quality plans
  • Develop and coordinate project scope
  • Participate in client presentations, coordination, and marketing efforts
  • Oversee and manage assigned staff working on project, including internal mechanical team members, internal multi-discipline teams, and external subconsultants
  • Development of extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
  • Coordinate and assist Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals
  • Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team 
  • Provide proactive problem solving, self initiative/motivating, ownership of responsibility, individual as first line of success/quality.

Required Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills are necessary
  • Willingness to embrace a broad range of project types and learn new requirements for a variety of mechanical systems
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment across multiple disciplines and geographic locations, with internal team members and external consultants
  • Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and building load simulation programs (IESVE and Carrier HAP preferred)
  • Understanding and application of building, energy, and mechanical/plumbing codes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Required Experience:

  • BS Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
  • Professional Engineer License
  • 12+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
  • Previous experience designing and specifying HVAC and plumbing systems of various sizes and complexities
  • Must successfully complete and pass the company’s Motor Vehicle screening

Preferred Experience:

  • CxA, BCxP, or other commissioning certification a plus
  • CAPM or PMP a plus
  • Experience working with local clients at the local, state, and/or federal level
  • Project management and business development experience
  • Experience with multiple project delivery methods i.e. Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, P3
  • Experience managing multidiscipline project teams
  • Experience designing and specifying industrial mechanical/plumbing systems and/or fire protection a plus

To apply be sure to refer to Job 2026-217 and click here.
Or, email an updated resume to Tom@TheHiringCatalyst.com.

Water / Wastewater Project Team

We are working with a fast growing Water / Wastewater consultant engineering practice with offices in Baltimore and Virginia Beach, to add to their team, working on new sewer design, water distribution, water/wastewater treatment, and pump station projects in the Mid-Atlantic US:


Baltimore, Maryland:

Water/Waste Water Project Manager 2026-229
BS or higher in Engineering; PE License
Contribute to and lead collaborative projects.


Water/Waste Water Project Engineer 2026-228
BS or higher in Engineering
Design water and wastewater projects.
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Water Resources Project Manager 2026-219
BS or higher in Civil Engineering or related field; PE License
Lead linear transportation-related drainage and stormwater projects


Water Resources Project Engineer 2026-225
BS or higher in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
Professional Engineer License in the state of Virginia, or ability to obtain license within 6 months
Design drainage and stormwater systems, perform complex hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, manage erosion and sediment control designs