02-23-2026

2026 Engineering And Technical Excellence Award Winners

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Each year during National Engineers Week, we honor employees who exemplify technical excellence, innovation, and impact through our Engineering & Technical Excellence Awards.

These prestigious awards recognize individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill, creativity, and dedication—advancing their disciplines and delivering better outcomes for our customers. The 2026 awards celebrate 28 engineers and technical professionals from across the company, along with emerging talent recognized through our Rising Star Award, reflecting the next generation of innovators.

Together, these honorees embody Parsons’ commitment to Imagine Next by transforming complex challenges into real-world solutions that help shape a smarter, safer, and more connected future.

Engineering Excellence

David W., PE / Engineered Systems

David is a licensed professional engineer with decades of experience delivering complex electrical design and facility modernization projects for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). He has deep expertise in FAA Orders, Advisory Circulars, and industry standards, and is consistently sought out for high-visibility, technically challenging work. As functional manager of the T5 Electrical Engineering team, he leads and mentors electrical engineers, aligning their assignments with project needs and maintaining high technical and quality standards across a nationwide portfolio.

David is recognized by both clients and colleagues for his innovative problem-solving, strong customer focus, and commitment to meeting aggressive schedules and budget constraints. He regularly identifies creative yet compliant engineering solutions, provides guidance to other engineers on difficult technical issues, and plays a key role in recruiting and developing talent. His leadership and technical contributions have directly strengthened client relationships, improved project outcomes, and helped the T5 Electrical Engineering team operate as a cohesive, high-performance group.

Matthew K., PE / Infrastructure North America

Leading by example is the guiding force that drives Matt. A firm believer in critical thinking and simple solutions, Matt enjoys leading his team across all facets of bridge engineering—including design, analysis, load rating, repair and rehabilitation, and inspection—to deliver high-quality results for clients while building the skills of his team along the way.

A natural teacher, Matt previously served as an adjunct instructor in Structural Analysis and Strength of Materials at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering while also serving as the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Assistant State Structures Design Engineer. Now the Structures Division Manager for the Parsons/BCC Tallahassee office, he is a member of the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Civil Engineering Advisory Board.

Matt prides himself on being a trusted resource for FDOT on all structural matters, committed to supporting statewide needs whenever called upon. As an FHWA-qualified bridge inspection team leader for routine and non-redundant steel tension members (NSTM) and a structures design EOR on multiple projects, Matt builds his team around the guiding principle of integrity—serving as a trusted partner to clients and always acting in their best interests.

Meng S., M.A.Sc, PE, SE, P.Eng / Infrastructure North America

Meng, a passionate senior supervising engineer, is known for his exceptional expertise in complex bridge design. As a design lead and engineer of record, he has made significant contributions to the US 17/SR 404 Spur Bridge Major Maintenance Project. With solid technical knowledge, extensive design experience, and dedication to project success, Meng has successfully led his design team in overcoming numerous challenges and delivering innovative engineering solutions to achieve an unprecedented project goal—raising an existing cable-stayed bridge profile by 21 feet.

Meng’s notable achievements also include his outstanding contribution to the California High Speed-Rail Project, CP1, in Fresno, where his problem-solving and critical decision-making skills were pivotal in delivering effective solutions to complex and unique construction challenges through engineering services during construction (ESDC). His leadership and technical acumen have earned him the respect of peers, clients, and industry professionals, making him an invaluable asset to Parsons.

Nicole M., PE / Infrastructure North America

Nicole’s original life goal was to become a professional historian, following a passion for history and exploration passed down from her mother and grandmother. Later, high school math and physics teachers introduced her to a world where the practical application of numbers could solve real-world problems.

Now, Nicole is a senior bridge engineer and project manager with two decades of experience delivering complex, high-profile transportation infrastructure projects. Her work spans from new bridge design to the rehabilitation of landmark historic structures. She has advanced from junior roles to senior leadership on major bridge programs and is consistently trusted to manage multidisciplinary teams, guide clients through technical and regulatory challenges, and deliver work under intense public and stakeholder scrutiny.

Known for her calm, solution-oriented approach, she balances technical rigor with effective communication, helping owners make informed decisions while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality.
Nicole is particularly recognized for practical innovation—developing custom analysis tools, digital inspection aids, and automated workflows that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and enhance consistency across projects.

Beyond project delivery, she mentors emerging engineers and supports STEM outreach, specifically to those with no direct exposure to STEM fields. She also serves on the board of directors of New Jersey’s Roebling Museum, connecting her original passion for history with her current appreciation for major infrastructure, with the goal of promoting the visibility and value of the engineering profession.

Thomas C. / EMEA

Thomas is a senior BIM and digital delivery leader at Parsons with over 18 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure, buildings, and industrial projects across the UK, Middle East, and Asia. Currently embedded with the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY) at Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries (JCPDI), he serves as lead BIM specialist, playing a key role in establishing and governing a city-wide BIM and digital twin strategy.

In this role, Thomas has led multidisciplinary design coordination across major infrastructure and building programs, strengthening technical assurance, reducing interface risk, and enabling informed decision-making at both project and city scale. His work has supported improved design quality, constructability, and life-cycle outcomes through structured digital governance and data-led engineering workflows.

Thomas is recognized for his technical leadership, commitment to quality, and ability to translate complex engineering information into clear, actionable insight for senior stakeholders. He has also driven BIM capability development across multiple departments, mentoring engineers and project teams, and embedding consistent digital delivery practices. Through his leadership and governance, Thomas continues to support Parsons’ commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and sustainable infrastructure delivery.

Richard Y., PE / Engineered Systems

Richard is an engineering manager at Parsons, currently serving as the deputy engineering manager for the Blue Grass Chemical Agent Destruction Pilot Plant (BGCAPP) and lead process engineer for the QNI Vanguard project. With over 40 years of chemical process engineering experience, he has worked across petroleum refining, chemical weapons destruction, polysilicon production, waste-to-fuel, titanium production, wastewater treatment, and spent nuclear fuel enrichment/recovery.

Since rejoining Parsons in 2017 (after an earlier tenure beginning in 1989), Richard has led process engineering at BGCAPP through construction, operations, and closure, resolving complex design and operational challenges safely and efficiently. He has contributed to major projects, including the Chemical Stockpile Disposal Program, the Los Alamos Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility, RTI Titanium, Coskata cellulose ethanol, BGCAPP, and QNI Vanguard.

Richard is a hands-on leader known for detailed, cross-disciplinary troubleshooting on large, complex plants. He is also a subject-matter expert in Aspen Plus process simulation, has trained team members in its use, and has applied it to successfully resolve process data issues at BGCAPP, as well as to support numerous chemical process-focused business development proposals.

Saleh A., PhD, CEng MIEI, IntPE (Irl) / EMEA

Saleh is a senior project manager and project management leader with 20 years of multidisciplinary experience spanning Europe and the Middle East.

Based at Parsons in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Saleh has led and supported major infrastructure, land development, and design review programs aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, delivering high-impact outcomes across water, roads, utilities, and urban growth frameworks.

Saleh has played a key role in enhancing engineering quality and efficiency by driving digital transformation, knowledge sharing, and cross-discipline collaboration. His work has included promoting advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, remote sensing, and data analytics, to augment project delivery, risk mitigation, and design assurance. He has also actively participated in industry-level events and internal mentoring initiatives to cultivate technical excellence within the engineering community.

Known for his commitment to innovation, partnership, and professional development, Saleh’s contributions reflect both technical depth and strategic leadership. His efforts have strengthened client outcomes, empowered teams, and supported Parsons’ mission to advance resilient, sustainable engineering solutions around the world.

Technical Excellence

Anoop A. / EMEA

Anoop is a highly accomplished ELV, ICT, and security systems professional chartered engineer with over 16 years of technical and leadership experience in the design, engineering, implementation, and commissioning of complex technology infrastructures. He has played a key role in delivering large-scale smart city, ELV, security, and critical infrastructure projects across the region.

At Parsons, he is recognized for his expertise in integrated technology systems and has been instrumental in delivering Lusail City surveillance, Lusail Smart City initiatives, citywide Lusail fiber networks, AV solutions, life-safety systems, data centers, PSIM, and other security infrastructure programs. His ability to translate design intent into practical, field-ready solutions has made him a trusted technical leader on multidisciplinary projects. He serves as a subject matter expert, leading design reviews, system integration strategies, stakeholder coordination, project management, and site implementation oversight.

He has consistently demonstrated a commitment to innovation by introducing forward-thinking, practical solutions that improve project performance, optimize resources, and enhance operational efficiency across Lusail City infrastructure projects—most notably during FIFA 2022, earning strong recognition and appreciation from clients.

His excellence is reinforced by globally recognized certifications and training, and he mentors teams while fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, consistently raising the standard of engineering delivery.

Chad R. / Defense & Intelligence

Chad is vice president of the COTS Products Group for Space Engineering Solutions, where he has consistently demonstrated exceptional technical leadership. Chad’s group creates the products used to build satellite ground control systems.

Chad has been instrumental in developing Parsons’ Ground Operations Center as a Service (GOCaaS) and OrbitXchange, which use the COTS products to build a satellite ground operations center and ground antenna network that operate on Microsoft Azure GovCloud. His innovative approach and leadership led to the successful conversion of the COTS products from traditional Microsoft desktop applications to a cloud-ready set of Linux applications that are deployed as Kubernetes-orchestrated container images.

Chad and his team’s efforts have provided Parsons with a cloud-based satellite ground operations center that executes lights-out operations with success rates exceeding 99.9 percent. The innovative GOCaaS and OrbitXchange architecture has been included in multiple Space Engineering Solutions proposals and supports customers such as NASA, NOAA, DARPA, and the Space Development Agency.

Clifton R. / Defense & Intelligence

Cliff is the director of engineering for Parsons’ Ijamsville, MD, group within the TC2 Program Directorate under the high-consequence missions (HCM) sector. Since joining Silver Palm Technologies in 2013, which was acquired by Parsons in 2024, he has progressed from a junior RF engineer to a trusted technical and organizational leader, consistently demonstrating excellence in both engineering and management.

Cliff is known for fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment; aligning the technology roadmap with modern open-architecture standards; and driving reusable, scalable RF solutions that support mission-critical SIGINT and EW needs.

Cliff’s leadership has been central to winning and executing major programs, where he often serves as the technical solution lead and a key customer interface. He is recognized as a trusted partner by both internal stakeholders and customers, effectively managing complex technical challenges and aggressive schedules. In addition to his program and engineering responsibilities, Cliff has played a critical role in integrating his legacy organization into Parsons; promoting cross-site collaboration; mentoring early-career talent; and continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the impact of the engineering team.

Clint G. / Defense & Intelligence

Clint currently supports the Parsons Digital Engineering Team and has over 35 years of experience providing technical support for a broad range of contract efforts at SPARTA/Cobham/Parsons. These include several systems analysis projects, requirements trade studies, and software development projects for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and Intelligence Centers (ICs), multiple software validation projects for both government and commercial customers, and numerous other software development tasks to enhance Parsons’ library of modeling and simulation tools.

He has played key roles in the development and maintenance of the Commanders’ Analysis and Planning Simulation (CAPS) and the JDP-BMD Engine for Defense Analysis (JEDA); the development of the missile defense analysis engine portion of the C2BMC Suite; and modeling, simulation, and analysis in support of hypersonic vehicle designs. His experience also includes intercept debris modeling and visualization, software
development and architecture analysis studies in support of TEAMS Next, the Land-Based Defense Study (LBDS) for the Strategic Capabilities Office of OSD, and NATO Active Layered Ballistic Missile Defense (ALTBMD) System Engineering and Integration (SE&I).

In addition, Clint has demonstrated the ability to apply Parsons’ digital engineering tools to produce quick-turnaround demos and analysis in support of business development efforts to enhance Parsons’ reputation and increase our opportunities for growth.

Dora T. / Infrastructure North America

Dora is the senior lead design engineer for stray current, corrosion control, and grounding at Parsons and a recognized authority in the discipline, with 37 years of experience shaping some of the world’s most complex infrastructure systems. Her work spans the full life cycle of transit and utility projects—from early design criteria through construction, testing, and long-term asset performance—where reliability, safety, and durability are non-negotiable.

Dora has contributed to major projects across North America and internationally, including the Valley Line West LRT in Edmonton; Dallas Area Rapid Transit; Houston METRO; Sound Transit (Seattle); MARTA (Atlanta); Honolulu Rail Transit; O’Hare International Airport Automated Transit System (Chicago); Foothill 2A and 2B, LA Metro–Westside Subway, BART, G-Line, and California High-Speed Rail, Silicon Valley Clean Water, and Perry Valley Pipeline (California); Purple Line LRT and Amtrak B&P Tunnel (Maryland); Benning Road Improvements (Washington, DC); Brookpark Shop-Yard Improvements (Ohio); NTA Tel-Aviv Metro; and the Dubai Floating Bridge and Al Shindagha Tunnel.

Known for anticipating issues before they become failures, Dora’s designs quietly endure—often preventing potential problems the public never sees. Equally committed to developing future engineers, she mentors through hands-on collaboration, emphasizing judgment, accountability, and rigor. Her career reflects a rare blend of technical mastery, foresight, and leadership that continues to elevate projects and people across Parsons.

Huda E., P.Eng, Msc, PSP / Corporate

Huda is a senior project controls specialist at Parsons, distinguished for her ability to integrate schedule, cost, and risk into coherent, insight‑driven frameworks that support the delivery of complex infrastructure programs across the Middle East and Canada. Since joining Parsons in 2022, she has been recognized as a pivotal resource in data‑driven project controls and performance management.

Huda inspired the development of an automated earned value framework that links Primavera P6, CFT, and Parsons’ cost systems, enabling consolidated, real‑time visibility in project performance. She designs and implements tailored Power BI dashboards that are actively used by stakeholders to monitor progress, enhance forecast reliability, and intervene early to address emerging issues, thereby strengthening both operational control and commercial outcomes.

Huda holds an MSc in Construction Project Management (Merit) from Heriot‑Watt University in the UK and has published research on life-cycle cost optimization for energy and water efficiency in residential buildings, as well as on the application of building information technology in cost management. Through a combination of robust academic grounding and applied innovation, Huda consistently advances Parsons’ project control capabilities and exemplifies high standards of professional and technical excellence.

Jeffrey H. / Infrastructure North America

Jeffrey leads Parsons’ drone program, bringing more than 13 years of experience advancing unmanned aircraft solutions across a wide range of applications. He is known for applying innovative and practical problem-solving to address complex client challenges. His deep expertise in unmanned aircraft technology, combined with extensive industry knowledge and relationships, has enabled him to serve effectively in technical leadership, business development, and program management roles, connecting resources across both Parsons and the broader industry.

Under Jeffrey’s leadership, the drone program evolved from an independent research and development effort into a fully integrated capability that supports teams across Parsons’ diverse portfolio. His team not only operates drones, but also develops software and select hardware, with members implementing advanced AI and machine learning solutions. Jeffrey has cultivated a culture of rapid innovation and technical excellence while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams spanning environmental, structural, and defense disciplines.

Masoud W. / Corporate

Masoud is a highly skilled construction and quality engineering professional with extensive expertise in delivering complex transit and communications infrastructure projects. He played a key role on the WMATA Radio and Cellular Infrastructure Replacement Project, ensuring the safe integration of next-generation radio and cellular systems across an active metropolitan rail network, while resolving complex construction and system integration challenges.

His technical leadership and field coordination have been critical in maintaining safety, constructability, and operational continuity while upholding ISO 9001-based QA/QC standards. Masoud’s ability to collaborate with contractors, engineers, inspectors, and agency partners has made him a trusted resource across project teams.
He has also contributed to programs for WMATA, Metro-North Railroad, the US Army Corps of Engineers, and international humanitarian infrastructure initiatives. Known for mentoring personnel and continuous improvement, Masoud consistently delivers measurable performance and quality outcomes. His dedication to excellence and innovation reflects Parsons’ core values and supports the communities its infrastructure serves.

Nafees S. / EMEA

Nafees is a BIM manager and digital delivery lead who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking to support complex planning and development projects. He is widely regarded as a trusted authority in his field, known for creating clear, scalable workflows that improve coordination, data reliability, and overall project efficiency. By applying structured yet flexible approaches, he reduces rework, enables smoother project progression, and enhances the quality and reliability of outcomes.

He embodies exceptional service delivery, approaching every task with ownership and a focus on accurate, timely, client-aligned outputs. Proactive and forward-thinking, Nafees supports teams beyond his formal responsibilities and contributes directly to operational excellence and client satisfaction.

Committed to innovation and continuous improvement, Nafees challenges traditional approaches, refines workflows, and shares knowledge generously. Through his initiative, accountability, and constructive communication, he demonstrates strong leadership qualities and makes a meaningful contribution to team performance and organizational success.

Quitman T. / Defense & Intelligence

Quitman is a dynamic systems engineer with nearly 30 years of experience in a variety of engineering disciplines. He began his career as an engineering co-op at SPARTA® in August of 1995. Over the years, he has been fortunate to support many different programs, including MSIC, NAVAIR, and USAFE. Although much of his experience has been in the reverse-engineering of traditional and conventional command and control systems, he has excelled at systems integration in support of the operational test and evaluation community.

That experience led him to become the chief architect of the Early Warning Capability (EWC), an operational, cyber-secure, resilient mesh network with multi-classification security, to enable C2 operations at the speed and bandwidth required to support tactical kill webs and complex data sharing across partner nations. Quitman continues to deliver engineering excellence with mission-critical solutions in response to the evolving threat within the USAFE theater; he leads a diverse and driven team that continues to anticipate the needs of the warfighter.

Sarah H. / Corporate

Sarah has more than 21 years of experience at Parsons, spanning quality, governance, and technical innovation. Her work focuses on applying artificial intelligence within established delivery and quality processes to improve consistency, decision-making, and outcomes.

She emphasizes practical use, ensuring new technologies support professional judgment, align with standards, and function across diverse teams and project types. Her contributions shape how AI is evaluated, governed, and used within quality management and project delivery environments.

Sarah works closely with technical, operational, and executive leaders to embed quality into everyday workflows and reinforce accountability. She believes technical excellence comes from thoughtful innovation, clear ownership, and a commitment to quality in everything delivered.

Stephen P., PhD / Engineered Systems

Stephen is a pioneering atmospheric scientist and software architect whose work has helped shape one of the world’s leading atmospheric transport and dispersion models and its associated decision-support tools. As an original developer and long-time technical leader, he has combined deep scientific expertise with exceptional software engineering skills, advancing both the underlying science and the usability, performance, and reliability of these capabilities for critical defense and national security applications.

Over a distinguished career spanning decades, Stephen has become the go-to subject matter expert for government customers and industry partners, frequently relied upon for his insight, problem-solving skills, and ability to anticipate and meet customer needs. He is widely recognized for his professionalism, work ethic, and quiet but influential leadership, as well as his commitment to mentoring the next generation of scientists and engineers and fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and technical excellence.

Travis W. / Engineered Systems

Travis serves as the technical lead for artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) on a premier counter-unmanned aircraft system (CUAS) product line and is widely recognized as a trusted subject matter expert by both internal leadership and external stakeholders. He is the driving force behind several advanced AI/ML capabilities that materially improve system performance, including novel synthetic training approaches and radar behavior analysis techniques that enhance detection of emerging threats while reducing false alarms. His architectures and workflows have been independently assessed as robust, modular, and rapidly adaptable, helping to establish AI/ML as a key differentiator in a fast-evolving mission space.

In addition to his technical contributions, Travis consistently delivers production-grade implementations and plays a hands-on role in lab, test, and operational environments. He is frequently requested to brief diverse audiences, translating complex AI/ML concepts into clear, mission-focused terms that build confidence and shape customer strategy. By combining deep technical expertise, innovation, and practical field support, Travis has become a key leader influencing both the technical direction of his product line and broader perceptions of his organization’s AI/ML capabilities.

Rising Star

Ahmed S. / EMEA

Ahmed is an assistant project manager with Parsons, supporting the delivery of complex infrastructure and land development projects across Abu Dhabi. He has played a key role in the Mid Island Parkway projects, phases 1 and 2, where his work spans technical coordination, authority engagement, commercial support, and project-level risk management.

Ahmed is recognized for his ability to take ownership beyond his formal role, providing structured solutions to coordination and approval challenges involving multiple stakeholders and authorities. His contributions have supported improved approval efficiency, reduced rework, and strengthened client confidence. He is particularly valued for his practical approach to innovation, introducing repeatable improvements to tracking, coordination, and decision-making processes that enhance overall project performance.

Known for his professionalism, initiative, and integrity, Ahmed works closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams to support successful outcomes. His commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and value-driven delivery reflects Parsons’ core values and underpins his recognition as a Rising Star.

Daniel B. / Defense & Intelligence

During his tenure at Parsons, Daniel has become one of the core systems and software engineers behind applied AI work at the Digital Engineering Center of Excellence, owning end-to-end architecture, development, integration, and delivery across multiple AI products and pilots. He has led the design and implementation of TruGen, Construction AI, and the Digital Engineering Toolkit while simultaneously partnering and supporting other teams, including DT3E, EMEA Innovation, and the FAA proposal stakeholders.

His efforts have helped reduce thousands of hours of manual, error-prone work for both the DE CoE and partner teams, improving delivery speed, consistency, and deployment readiness across the portfolio. He looks forward to driving continued innovation in the years ahead across Parsons’ global community.

Kyle Z. / Defense & Intelligence

In the three years since joining the Parsons SOSS, Kyle has demonstrated exceptional technical and engineering excellence through his work with the Space Operations team. He has risen to become a subject matter expert, supporting multiple projects—including Blackjack, Polar Observation Environment Satellite Extended Life (POES EL), and Electro-Optical Weather Satellite (EWS )—across a range of technical areas.

Kyle’s efforts played a crucial role in securing Parsons as the prime contractor for the $30 million Blackjack project. His proficiency in engineering analysis and problem-solving has helped maintain mission readiness for on-orbit assets and extended the life of vehicles approaching retirement by more than two years. Kyle’s work operating on-orbit assets has contributed to advancements in cutting-edge communications and sensing technologies within the space domain.

He has been pivotal in reducing unnecessary work by introducing automation into day-to-day operations, enabling peers to focus on delivering critical data to customers as quickly as possible. Kyle’s professionalism and diligence have strengthened stakeholder relationships, and his team-focused mindset has kept morale strong in the face of ongoing challenges.

Lindsey G. / Infrastructure North America

Lindsey is a dedicated bridge engineer who has demonstrated exceptional technical knowledge and a commitment to excellence. She consistently produces high-quality work on complex projects thanks to her unwavering work ethic and careful attention to detail. She has quickly established a solid foundation in structural and seismic analysis, bridge inspection, and rehabilitation design, making key contributions to major Canadian structures, such as the Honoré-Mercier Bridge, the Jacques Cartier Bridge, and the Québec Bridge.

She is trained as a rope access structural inspector, bringing valuable field insight to her design and evaluation work. In her most recent inspection of the Québec Bridge, she played an instrumental role in the non-destructive testing (NDT) of pins, eyebars, and other critical members. Lindsey’s technical proficiency, efficiency, and collaborative attitude continue to drive innovation and success within the team.

Maysaa S. / EMEA

Maysaa is a landscape architect at Parsons with a strong focus on concept-driven design, creative thinking, and strategic landscape planning. She has played a key role in shaping high-profile projects by contributing to the development of cohesive landscape concepts, public realm character, and design narratives across multiple projects.

Recognized for her strong concept design skills and visual communication, Maysaa is adept at translating complex urban and environmental requirements into clear, compelling landscape strategies. Her work balances creativity with structure, ensuring design intent is both distinctive and deliverable. She is also known for her collaborative approach, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to align landscape design seamlessly within broader project frameworks.

Maysaa’s proactive mindset, reliability, and commitment to the design process reflect her growing impact within the practice and her potential for continued leadership in the field.

Max B. / Engineered Systems

Max is an environmental engineer whose work has focused on the delivery of complex remediation projects and associated technical documentation. He has contributed to the development and implementation of multifaceted remedial strategies, supported human health and ecological risk assessments, and led the preparation of key project reports and submittals. His work is characterized by a high level of technical rigor, clear organization, and the ability to independently manage complex analytical tasks and documentation with limited oversight. In addition, he has played a role in improving project efficiency by identifying and implementing opportunities to streamline reporting and communication while maintaining compliance with regulatory and client requirements.

In field settings, Max has served in leadership and coordination roles on challenging environmental projects; managing day-to-day activities; supporting quality control; and maintaining effective communication among project teams, clients, and other stakeholders. He is recognized for his systematic approach to data collection and evaluation; his focus on problem-solving and risk management; and his commitment to delivering defensible, high-quality work products. He also supports the development of junior staff through informal mentoring on technical tasks and project execution, contributing to the overall capability and resilience of project teams.

Tanner F. / Engineered Systems

Tanner is a rising technical leader and engineering lead, recognized for exceptional depth, ownership, and reliability well beyond his years of experience. A go-to resource for complex challenges, he rapidly understands problems, drives solutions to completion, and consistently delivers high-quality, mission-ready capabilities. He has played a key role in shaping and delivering biometric and access control solutions that meet stringent performance, security, and usability expectations, earning strong trust and confidence from stakeholders.

Beyond his core development responsibilities, Tanner frequently serves as a technical subject matter expert across multiple projects and customer environments, including international and multi-stakeholder efforts. He is known for his strategic, scalable engineering mindset, designing features for reuse, maintainability, and long-term sustainability while actively collaborating across teams to align workflows and interfaces. Tanner leads with action and humility, providing dependable support under pressure, mentoring teammates, communicating risks transparently, and consistently embodying his organization’s core values. His blend of technical excellence, customer focus, and steady leadership has established him as a trusted partner and a true rising star.

Zohaib A., PE / Infrastructure North America

Since joining Parsons, Zohaib has distinguished himself as a highly driven and technically adept bridge engineer, supporting the design and rehabilitation of complex transportation structures across the New York metropolitan area. He has played a key role in several high-profile bridge projects, including the Newark Bay Bridge Replacement Program, the NYSDOT Grand Central Parkway Rehabilitation, and the TBTA RK19A East River Suspended Span Rehabilitation.

Through this work, he has delivered structural calculations, staged construction analysis, finite element modeling, and complex non-standard bridge details. Zohaib is recognized for his proficiency in steel bridge design and strong command of AASHTO LRFD, consistently delivering high-quality technical work under demanding schedules.
Additionally, Zohaib is known for developing innovative calculation tools and modernizing engineering workflows through the integration of Blockpad, helping reshape how calculation packages are structured, automated, and delivered across project teams.

Zohaib’s commitment to technical excellence, quality, and mentorship has earned him strong recognition and positioned him as a trusted and rising technical resource within Parsons’ Bridge Technical Organization.

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