Industry Veteran to Lead Civil Engineering Growth Across New York and Southern Connecticut
PHILADELPHIA—Pennoni, a multidisciplinary, 100% employee-owned engineering firm, is pleased to announce the strategic hire of Ken DeGennaro, PE, as civil engineering Lead in the firm’s New York City office. In this role, DeGennaro will lead Pennoni’s civil engineering practice in the region, with a focus on expanding services across the greater NYC metropolitan area, Connecticut and New Jersey.
DeGennaro brings nearly three decades of experience in civil engineering to Pennoni, strengthening the firm’s ability to complement its established services with expanded civil engineering expertise. A licensed professional engineer in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, he has deep knowledge of the regulatory, technical and municipal landscapes across the greater New York metropolitan area.
“Ken is a strategic addition to our team and a key investment in the continued growth of our New York operations. His technical depth, leadership experience, and long-standing relationships in the region immediately enhance our ability to deliver integrated, high‑value solutions to our clients. Ken’s arrival allows us to broaden our service offerings while maintaining the high level of responsiveness and quality Pennoni is known for,” says Ralph Coppola, CEIC, CMA, office director of Pennoni’s New York City – Midtown office.
DeGennaro joins Pennoni after serving as a partner at Brooker Engineering, PLLC, where he spent more than 15 years leading project management, business development, staff training, and client engagement efforts. Over his 32‑year career, he has delivered a wide range of projects, including municipal capital improvements, flood control and resiliency initiatives, site engineering, water and wastewater infrastructure and land development projects across New York and New Jersey. He frequently serves as the primary client contact and regularly presents complex projects to public agencies and land use boards.
In his new role, DeGennaro will oversee the growth and direction of Pennoni’s civil engineering group in Manhattan, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to support both public- and private‑sector clients.
“I’m excited to join Pennoni at a time of such opportunity and momentum in New York City and the surrounding region. Pennoni’s strong EHS foundation, collaborative culture, and commitment to client service create a unique platform for growth. I look forward to building a robust civil engineering practice that helps clients navigate complex infrastructure challenges and deliver resilient, forward‑looking projects throughout the five boroughs and into Connecticut,” said Ken DeGennaro, PE.
With this hire, Pennoni reinforces its long‑term commitment to the New York metropolitan area: expanding its technical capabilities, strengthening local leadership, and continuing to provide clients with a comprehensive, integrated suite of services.