Murphy Tuomey

Functions as a College/University

Functions as a College/University

The Society of American Military Engineers is a professional organization dedicated to supporting national security by fostering collaboration among military, government, industry, and academia in architecture, engineering, construction, environmental management, cybersecurity, and related fields. The private company is based in Alexandria, VA. It advances its mission through strategic goals focused on driving partnerships, delivering solutions, and developing people, and offers programs and resources including educational webinars, national conferences, leadership development initiatives, credentialing assistance, mentoring, and career services. The organization emphasizes STEM education through camps for high school students, student chapters at colleges and universities, and innovation challenges. It publishes a bi-monthly magazine featuring articles on engineering and national security topics and provides branding resources, a company directory, and a newsroom.

Provides engineering services

The Virginia Transportation Construction Alliance (VTCA) is a trade association representing contractors, aggregate producers, engineers, suppliers, and service providers involved in designing, building, and maintaining transportation infrastructure. The private company is based in Richmond, VA. Formed in 2005 from the merger of two industry groups, VTCA advocates for funding, policies, and legislation that support economic growth and job creation in the state. The organization provides membership benefits such as access to a member directory, event and class registration, legislative updates, invoice management, and professional development opportunities. VTCA hosts committees to facilitate industry collaboration and communication with regulatory agencies, and organizes events including engineering awards, safety recognition programs, forums, workshops, and networking opportunities. Workforce development is a key focus, with initiatives addressing labor shortages, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and supporting continuing education and training. VTCA collaborates with trade groups and community colleges to create infrastructure academies and has launched an emerging leaders program. The alliance administers annual scholarships for students pursuing education related to transportation construction and engages in advocacy through registered lobbyists. Membership requires board approval.