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// Civil Engineering Recruiting — PA
Civil Engineering Recruiter
Philadelphia, PA
Across the Philadelphia region and the Mid-Atlantic, we recruit the bridge, transit, and water engineers supporting one of the nation's oldest and busiest infrastructure networks.
// Philadelphia Civil Engineering Recruiting
Specialized staffing for Philadelphia infrastructure
Metro Associates is a leading civil engineering recruiter providing specialized staffing solutions across Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic. We help firms hire licensed Professional Engineers (PE), project managers, and technical specialists who support PennDOT, federal agencies, and private development throughout the region.
From major corridors to municipal and resiliency projects, we match vetted talent to the operational, regulatory, and performance demands of publicly funded capital programs.
Recruiting expertise
- Transportation & Highway Engineering (AASHTO Standards)
- Bridge & Structural Engineering
- Water, Wastewater & Environmental Engineering
- Aviation & Airport Infrastructure (FAA Regulations)
- Federal & Defense Infrastructure (USACE / NAVFAC)
- Energy & Renewable Infrastructure
- Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI)
// Roles we place
Engineering roles we place in Philadelphia
01Civil Project Manager (PE)
02Senior Transportation Engineer
03Structural / Bridge Engineer
04Water Resources & Drainage Engineer
05Traffic & ITS Engineer
06Geotechnical Engineer
07Construction Manager & Resident Engineer
08VP of Infrastructure / Office Lead
09BIM & VDC Specialists
// Skills we screen for
Civil engineering skills & software we recruit for in Philadelphia
Every candidate we put forward is screened against the same bar: the design software, licensure, and code fluency the role actually demands.
AutoCAD Civil 3DBentley MicroStation / OpenRoads DesignerBentley InRoadsArcGIS / geospatial analysisHEC-RAS hydrology & hydraulics modelingHEC-HMSBentley SewerGEMS / WaterGEMSSynchro / SimTrafficPTV Vissim traffic simulationSTAAD.Pro / RISA structural analysisPavement design software (e.g. MicroPaver)Professional Engineer (PE) licenseProfessional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)OSHA 30-Hour certificationNICET certification (construction inspection)AASHTO design standards fluencyFHWA / State DOT design manual fluencyErosion & sediment control (SWPPP) designConstruction engineering & inspection (CEI)
// 2026 hiring trends
2026 Philadelphia civil engineering hiring
In 2026, the the Mid-Atlantic market is defined by long-term federal infrastructure funding and a sharp focus on climate resiliency. Remote collaboration has widened the talent pool, but demand for on-site licensed PEs and project leads across PennDOT programs remains at an all-time high.
Representative 2026 compensation
Civil Engineer (EIT)$70,000 – $95,000
Licensed PE (Mid-Level)$105,000 – $150,000
Senior Project Manager$140,000 – $190,000+
Regional Director$175,000 – $250,000+
Ranges vary by firm, licensure, and project mix; figures are directional for the Philadelphia metro.
// Programs we support
Supporting Philadelphia infrastructure programs
PennDOT District 6 bridge & roadway programs
SEPTA transit rebuilding and modernization
Combined-sewer overflow and water-quality work
I-95 reconstruction and corridor projects
Regional rail and freight upgrades
// FAQ
Civil engineering recruiting in Philadelphia — FAQ
Do you place civil engineers in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes. Metro Associates is a specialized civil engineering recruiter serving Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic. We place licensed Professional Engineers (PEs), project managers, and technical specialists on transportation, bridge, water, and construction programs across the metro.
What civil engineering roles do you recruit for in Philadelphia?
We fill roles including Civil Project Manager (PE), Senior Transportation Engineer, Structural/Bridge Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, Traffic/ITS Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, and Construction Manager — from a single hire to a full project team.
How quickly can you fill a civil engineering position in Philadelphia?
Because we maintain a national pipeline of pre-vetted engineers, we typically deliver a shortlist of qualified PA candidates within days — and every placement is backed by our guarantee.
Do you recruit licensed PEs for PennDOT and public infrastructure projects?
Yes. We understand NCEES comity and multi-state PE licensure, and we recruit specifically for PennDOT, federal agencies, and publicly funded capital programs throughout Pennsylvania.
// Why partner with us
Why Philadelphia firms partner with Metro Associates
Multi-State Licensing Expertise
We understand NCEES comity and the complexities of multi-state PE licensure.
Passive Candidate Acquisition
Our recruiters reach high-performers who are not actively on job boards.
Scalable Staffing Solutions
From a single PE to an entire project team for a multi-year contract.
Federal & State Compliance
Fluency in hiring requirements for FHWA, FAA, and major State DOT projects.
Hiring civil engineers in Philadelphia?
Tell us about the role — we'll deliver a vetted shortlist of licensed PA talent, backed by our placement guarantee.
Other markets we serve
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