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// Civil Engineering Recruiting — FL
Civil Engineering Recruiter
Orlando, FL
In our home market of Central Florida, we place civil and transportation engineers on the interstate, toll, and transit programs driving one of the nation's fastest-growing metros.
// Orlando Civil Engineering Recruiting
Specialized staffing for Orlando infrastructure
Metro Associates runs a dedicated civil engineering search practice across Orlando and Central Florida, connecting firms with licensed Professional Engineers (PE), project managers, and technical specialists who support FDOT, federal agencies, and private development in the metro.
We match vetted candidates to the real demands of publicly funded capital programs, from large corridor projects down to municipal and resiliency work.
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 Orlando
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 Orlando
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 Orlando civil engineering hiring
Work like fdot i-4 ultimate & beyond corridor program is a good read on the Orlando market heading into 2026: long-term federal infrastructure funding and a sharper focus on climate resiliency, with demand for on-site licensed PEs and FDOT 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 Orlando metro.
// Programs we support
Supporting Orlando infrastructure programs
FDOT I-4 Ultimate & Beyond corridor program
SunRail commuter-rail expansion
Central Florida Expressway (CFX) toll programs
Water and reclaimed-water capital projects
Orlando International Airport (MCO) expansion
// FAQ
Civil engineering recruiting in Orlando — FAQ
Do you place civil engineers in Orlando, FL?
Yes — Orlando is one of the metros we actively recruit for. We source licensed PEs, project managers, and technical specialists across Central Florida for transportation, bridge, water, and construction work.
What civil engineering roles do you recruit for in Orlando?
Common searches in Orlando 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 Orlando?
Most Orlando 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 FDOT and public infrastructure projects?
Yes. We understand NCEES comity and multi-state PE licensure, and we recruit specifically for FDOT, federal agencies, and publicly funded capital programs throughout Florida.
// Why partner with us
Why Orlando 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 Orlando?
Tell us about the role — we'll deliver a vetted shortlist of licensed FL talent, backed by our placement guarantee.
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