Civil Engineering Recruiter – Washington, DC
Specialized engineering staffing for transportation, bridge, municipal, and infrastructure projects across Washington, DC and the DMV area.
Metro Associates is a civil engineering recruiter serving firms throughout Washington, DC. We help engineering companies hire licensed Professional Engineers (PE), transportation engineers, bridge inspectors, water resources engineers, and infrastructure project managers supporting DDOT, WMATA, and municipal public works programs.
Washington DC Civil Engineering Recruiting Expertise
- Transportation Engineering
- Highway & Roadway Design
- Bridge Inspection & Structural Engineering
- Water & Wastewater Engineering
- Stormwater & Drainage Design
- Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI)
- Municipal Engineering Services
We support firms delivering projects across Washington D.C., Arlington, Alexandria, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Fairfax, and greater capital region infrastructure programs.
Roles We Place in Washington, DC
- Civil Engineer (EIT & PE)
- Senior Transportation Engineer
- Bridge Inspection Team Leader
- Structural Engineer
- Resident Engineer
- NICET Certified Construction Inspector
- Water Resources Engineer
- Infrastructure Project Manager
- Director of Engineering
2026 Civil Engineering Hiring Trends in Washington, DC
Ongoing transportation modernization, bridge rehabilitation, and utility infrastructure upgrades continue to increase demand for experienced civil engineers across the District and surrounding areas.
- Civil Engineer (EIT): $75,000 – $100,000
- Licensed PE: $115,000 – $165,000
- Senior Project Manager: $145,000 – $195,000+
- Bridge Inspection Team Leader (PE): $130,000 – $175,000
Why Washington DC Engineering Firms Choose Metro Associates
- Engineering-Specific Recruiting Focus
- Deep DDOT & Municipal Market Understanding
- Access to Passive Licensed Engineers
- Bridge & CEI Talent Network
- Confidential Replacement Searches
- Veteran Engineering Talent Pipeline
Supporting DDOT & Municipal Infrastructure Programs
- District Transportation Infrastructure Programs
- Bridge Rehabilitation & Replacement Projects
- Highway & Intersection Improvements
- Stormwater & Utility Infrastructure Upgrades
- Municipal Public Works Projects
- Long-Term Capital Improvement Plans
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