Urban has appointed Andrew Gould, PE, Associate Vice President, to the role of Deputy Highway Department Manager for Pennsylvania. In his new position, Mr. Gould will help oversee the Pennsylvania Highway Department's operations, staff development, project delivery, and strategic growth while continuing to serve clients throughout the Commonwealth.

With more than 20 years at Urban, Mr. Gould has successfully managed and delivered numerous transportation safety and infrastructure projects across Pennsylvania. A licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania and Texas, he brings extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) design delivery process and statewide transportation initiatives, with a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and build strong client relationships.

"I’m honored to take on the role of Deputy Highway Department Manager and grateful for the trust Urban has placed in me," said Gould. "Throughout my career, I've been fortunate to work alongside talented colleagues and dedicated clients on projects that make transportation systems safer and more effective. I look forward to supporting our highway team and continuing to advance projects that enhance safety, accessibility, and quality of life for communities across Pennsylvania."

Throughout his career, Mr. Gould has developed trusted partnerships with key clients, including PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike (PATPK), and the City of Philadelphia. His expertise includes Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) projects and the design of safer intersections, roundabouts, and traffic-calming solutions that improve mobility and safety. Some of his experience includes several notable PennDOT projects, including:

• Ten (10) Roundabout Projects
  • Manor Road Roundabout (Chester County)
  • Castor Ave Roundabout (Philadelphia County)
  • Skippack Road Roundabout (Montgomery County)
  • Easton Road Roundabouts (Bucks) – ACEC PA 2025 Diamond Award Winner
  • Portzer Road Roundabout (Bucks County)
  • US 202 and York Road Roundabout (Bucks County)
  • Valley Brook Road and Bebout Road (Washington County)
  • Monaca Gateway Project (Beaver County)
  • HIA Airport Roundabout (Dauphin County)
  • SR 222 and Long Lane Roundabout (Berks County)
• Five (5) Corridor and Intersection Improvements
  • Vine Street Corridor Safety Improvements (Philadelphia County)
  • Verree and Welsh Corridor Safety Improvements (Philadelphia County)
  • Washington Lane Corridor Safety Improvements (Philadelphia County)
  • Lancaster Ave/Remington Road Intersection Improvements (Montgomery County)
  • Belmont Avenue and St. Asaphs Road Improvements (Montgomery County)
• Three (3) Limited Access/Freeway projects
  • SR 422 Section SRB (Mongomery/Chester Counties)
  • PATPK Roadway and Bridge Reconstruction Between Milepost 31 and 38 (Montgomery County)
  • PATPK Roadway and Bridge Reconstruction Between Milepost A20 and A30 (Montgomery County)

"One of Andrew's greatest strengths is his unassuming ability to deliver projects," said Jeffrey Roken, PE, Pennsylvania Business Director at Urban Engineers. "Our clients rely on Andrew’s technical expertise, and he is a great mentor to our staff. As transportation design continues to evolve, Andrew's collaborative approach and commitment to delivering quality services will help position our team for continued success."

Mr. Gould is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE).