2021 Rising Stars in Civil Engineering – Joseph M. Lauk, PE

Principal/ Roadway Group Manager

Patel, Greene & Associates, LLC

Bartow, Florida

Joe Lauk is a principal with PGA as well as the Roadway Group Manager.  As the 15th employee of the company, he contributed significantly to PGA’s growth from 7 to 82 employees.  Joe has successfully led his team to some of the biggest contracts in his firm’s history, including a $12.5M, 5-year General Engineering Consultant contract with FDOT District One. Joe plays an integral role within PGA’s leadership and helping the firm continue to grow while adhering to its founding principles: Integrity, Commitment, Excellence.

Accomplishments:

• General Engineering Consultant–FDOT District One, Contract Manager

• SR 64 at Rye Rd. Roundabout, Project Manager and Engineer of Record

Public/Professional Service: American Council of Engineering Companies of Florida (ACEC-FL)–Consultant Grading Subcommittee and District One Project Manager Training, Florida Engineering Leadership Institute Class of 2019

Education: BS in Civil Engineering, University of South Florida

See all of the 2021 Rising Stars here.