In celebration of Women's History Month, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Tara Alexander, Water Resources Section Head at our Round Rock, Texas office, on the latest episode of the Meet JMT podcast!

In this episode, Tara shares her inspiring and unconventional journey into engineering. She initially started in business but discovered her true passion for engineering while working alongside engineers at a mining company.

Tara also discusses her rewarding career as a drainage engineer for TxDOT, where she loves the variety of projects and the chance to work across Texas. She’s also proud of the entrepreneurial spirit she's been able to embrace at JMT, growing the water resources department in Texas from just herself and her first EIT to a thriving team of 12 full-time employees across 4 offices!

Lastly, Tara opens up about her personal journey of managing lower back pain for 25 years and the healing she found through energy healing.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about career growth, overcoming challenges, and embracing new opportunities!

In this episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we sit down with John Ogunleye, a Project Controls Specialist based in our Hunt Valley, MD office.

John shares his passions for building and infrastructure, problem-solving, and leadership, which has shaped his career in construction management. He talks about his drive to tackle challenges, lead teams to success, and make meaningful contributions to society. Inspired by his dad, John was encouraged early on to pursue a career in the built environment.

Throughout his time at JMT, John has contributed to major projects like the water main construction in Baltimore, as well as the Upton Neighborhood Water Main Replacement in West Baltimore—helping to improve water quality for the community.

Outside of work, John is a team sports enthusiast, particularly soccer, which has helped him hone his leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. He’s also into photography and sightseeing, which complements his work on site visits and assessments.

Don't miss this inspiring episode!

In the latest episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we sit down with Rachel Thomas, Senior Interactive Design Specialist for the JMT Technology Group, based in Hunt Valley, MD.

Rachel takes us through her journey from print design to discovering her passion for user experience (UX) design. She shares how she blends her technical knowledge with her love for design, crafting intuitive and impactful digital experiences.

One of the standout projects Rachel worked on was the Vision Zero initiative for Anne Arundel County, aimed at eliminating crash-related deaths by 2050. The project was a huge success and earned the "Small Project of the Year" award from the County Engineers Association of Maryland!

Outside of work, Rachel has a creative side – she’s into modern art and has even experimented with graffiti in her own basement!

Check out the full episode for insights on design, innovation, and creativity.

In this episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we celebrate National Mentoring Month with Leigh Anne Friesen! Leigh Anne shares valuable insights from her diverse career in planning and mentorship, including her work leading educational activities for students of all ages, aiming to guide the next generation.

She discusses recent projects with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and how speaking Spanish has shaped her professional path, including a memorable summer spent in Israel working at a youth camp.

Tune in to hear more about Leigh Anne’s inspiring career and mentorship experiences!

In this episode of the Meet JMT podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Tim Elliott, Director of the new JMT Economic Redevelopment Studio in Hunt Valley, MD.

Tim shares his journey—from creating a unique degree in Architecture Marketing at the University of Maryland, to founding Elliott Sidewalk Communities, a real estate firm focused on redevelopment in university cities. Over two decades, Tim led urban plans and developments valued at over $1B across five cities.

After selling his real estate holdings in 2024, Tim joined JMT to combine urban and economic planning, creating vibrant, community-centered spaces. He's currently working on exciting projects in four cities, including Oak Ridge, TN, a city with rich historical significance.

Tim’s passion for architecture as art extends to his hobbies, which include oil painting, golfing, and beekeeping.

Tune in to hear more about Tim's inspiring work and vision for revitalizing communities!

On this episode of the Meet JMT Podcast, we sat down with Wes Carson, our Energy Practice Leader based in Harrisburg, PA.

Wes shares insights from his remarkable 39-year career, which spans roles in mechanical design, operations management, and asset integrity across industries like precast concrete manufacturing, energy, and engineering—including his experience with Penn DOT before joining JMT.

He also discusses his role as Client Relations and Project Manager on three major projects at JMT, each with design and construction budgets exceeding $1.0 billion.

Outside of work, Wes discusses his love for the outdoors, spending time on his farm, tackling home improvement projects, and supporting his grandchildren’s activities.

Tune in to hear more about Wes’s diverse career and passions!

In this episode, we sat down with Richard Muster, Senior Inspector in our Pittsburgh, PA office, to learn about his incredible journey from a career in the US Navy and defense contracting to the inspection industry. Although Richard has been with JMT for just over a year, he’s already made significant contributions to projects like the Pittsburgh Airport Short Term Parking Garage Rehabilitation and the Mon-Fayette Expressway.

Richard also shares insights from his extensive past experience, including working on award-winning projects like the 2011 Architectural Bridge of the Year, the 2018 Elizabeth Bridge Rehabilitation, and the Allegheny River Bridge Replacement project.

When he’s not working on these high-impact projects, Richard enjoys spending time outdoors with his family—camping, fishing, and hunting.

In this multi-part series of the Meet JMT podcast, we had the privilege of sitting down with employee owners Hardy Willis, Nioma Lawson, Reece Shuler, Stephanie Buckner, and Zack Levine to share their powerful stories about the recent hurricane Helene that impacted Western North Carolina.

Our Asheville-based team members opened up about how this natural disaster affected their lives—personally and professionally—and their incredible strength in the face of adversity. Their resilience is a true testament to the heart of our One JMT family.