Mainstay Engineering Group
Laura Hughes has extensive work experience in various leadership roles within the engineering and construction industry. Laura is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Mainstay Engineering Group since September 2023. Before that, they worked at Exyte as the Global Vice President of Business Development from February 2021 to September 2023. From July 2018 to February 2021, they held the position of Director at Burns Engineering, Inc. Prior to that, Laura was the Pharma Market Sector Leader, North America at Arcadis from August 2015 to July 2018. Laura also served as the Director of Business Development at Jacobs from March 2011 to August 2015. Laura held the role of Executive Vice President at Fortis Engineering in 2010. From April 2004 to February 2010, they were the Vice President and Atlanta Metro Regional Manager at Jacobs (JJG). Laura started their career as a Sales Director at Personette Properties from 1999 to 2003. Laura also worked as a Project Engineer at Black & Veatch from 1997 to 1999 and at Weston Solutions, Inc. from 1994 to 1997.
Laura Hughes has a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Iowa, obtained from 1989 to 1993. Additionally, they attended the Vlerick Business School in 2018 for a specialization in Digital Leadership.
Mainstay Engineering Group
At Mainstay Engineering, we are the bedrock of tech innovation. Nationally recognized as a leader in civil and structural engineering services for over 20 years, we build the foundation that empowers high-tech and mission critical companies to soar. With over 4,000+ successful projects completed, and our unwavering commitment to precision, quality and excellence, and our long-term strategic partnerships with life sciences, semi-conductor, battery, data center and clean energy clients, we provide the essential support and expertise that ensures the best solution for your project. Our design professionals are licensed to perform engineering services in the U.S., but our reach extends beyond borders, having performed consulting services internationally. Mainstay began with a focus on servicing Life Sciences, and has grown to a team of 55 experienced professionals and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), servicing our partners and clients. Today, 85% of our portfolio is comprised of Mission Critical projects, a testament to the trust our clients place in us for their most important projects. Trust Mainstay to be your cornerstone.