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// Civil Engineering Recruiting — TN
Civil Engineering Recruiter
Memphis, TN
In Memphis and the Mid-South, we place civil, drainage, and transportation engineers on the highway, levee, and logistics-infrastructure programs central to a major river and freight hub.
// Memphis Civil Engineering Recruiting
Specialized staffing for Memphis infrastructure
We're a specialized civil engineering recruiter for Memphis and the Mid-South — placing licensed Professional Engineers (PE), project managers, and technical specialists on the work that supports TDOT, federal agencies, and private development locally.
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 Memphis
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 Memphis
Every submission is held to the same standard: real fluency in the design software, licensure, and codes the role demands, not just a resume match.
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 Memphis civil engineering hiring
Work like tdot highway and i-55 mississippi river bridge work is a good read on the Memphis market heading into 2026: long-term federal infrastructure funding and a sharper focus on climate resiliency, with demand for on-site licensed PEs and TDOT project leads still outpacing supply.
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 Memphis metro.
// Programs we support
Supporting Memphis infrastructure programs
TDOT highway and I-55 Mississippi River bridge work
MATA transit and mobility improvements
Wolf River and Mississippi levee systems
Stormwater and drainage capital program
Memphis International Airport modernization
// FAQ
Civil engineering recruiting in Memphis — FAQ
Do you place civil engineers in Memphis, TN?
Yes. Metro Associates recruits civil engineering talent for Memphis and the wider the Mid-South market — licensed PEs, project managers, and technical specialists working on transportation, bridge, water, and construction programs.
What civil engineering roles do you recruit for in Memphis?
Common searches in Memphis include Civil Project Manager (PE), Senior Transportation Engineer, Structural/Bridge Engineer, Water Resources Engineer, Traffic/ITS Engineer, and Geotechnical Engineer — whether it's one hire or a full project team.
How quickly can you fill a civil engineering position in Memphis?
Most Memphis searches move fast: our pre-vetted national pipeline typically produces a qualified shortlist within days, backed by our placement guarantee.
Do you recruit licensed PEs for TDOT and public infrastructure projects?
Yes. We understand NCEES comity and multi-state PE licensure, and we recruit specifically for TDOT, federal agencies, and publicly funded capital programs throughout Tennessee.
// Why partner with us
Why Memphis 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 Memphis?
Tell us about the role — we'll deliver a vetted shortlist of licensed TN talent, backed by our placement guarantee.
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