Big congratulations to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) on receiving the Quality of Life/Community Development Large Project Award for “Bridging Mountains, Connecting Lives: The Reconstruction of US 460” in the Mid America Association of State Transportation Officials (MAASTO) region of the 2026 America’s Transportation Awards competition.

Palmer Engineering is honored to receive two 2026 ASHE Bluegrass Transportation Improvement Project of the Year awards, recognizing our commitment to delivering impactful transportation solutions across Kentucky.

Palmer Engineering’s Winchester Avenue project article earned the 1st Place Champion Award in the 2026 ASHE Scanner Article of the Year Awards at the ASHE National Conference in Washington, D.C.

Palmer Engineering celebrates the Class of 2026, recognizing recent graduates and interns who gained valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development through the company’s internship program.

Members of Palmer Engineering and KYTC District 12 were interviewed on the red carpet about the US 460 Relocation Project, "Moving Mountains, Connecting Appalachia," while attending the 59th Annual ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards in Washington, D.C. earlier this month.

Palmer Engineering and Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 12 were recognized on the national stage as the US 460 Relocation Project received a prestigious Grand Award at the 59th Annual ACEC Engineering Excellence Awards in Washington, D.C.

Palmer Engineering earned top honors at the 2026 Engineering Excellence Awards, receiving the Grand Conceptor Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Kentucky (ACEC Kentucky) on March 26, 2026, for its work on “Moving Mountains, Connecting Appalachia.”

This recognition celebrates Palmer’s work on the US Route 460 Relocation Project in Pike County, Kentucky—a transformative infrastructure initiative that is reshaping regional connectivity and economic opportunity in Eastern Kentucky.

Surveying standards play a critical role in ensuring consistency, accuracy, and reliability across projects. For the first time in more than a decade, Kentucky’s Standards of Practice for surveying are being updated—reflecting changes in technology, workflows, and the evolving needs of the industry.

Palmer Engineering recently welcomed local high school students to its Lexington office for its first-ever Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, offering a behind-the-scenes look at civil engineering in action during National Engineers Week.

As Palmer Engineering celebrates 57 years, we reflect on the history, growth, and values that continue to guide our work today.

As Palmer Engineering prepares to celebrate 57 years in business, we’re looking back at a milestone moment from our history. This article, originally published in 1994 in The Winchester Sun, highlights the firm’s 25th anniversary and the foundation that helped shape where we are today.

Palmer Engineering is proud to recognize Stephen Sewell, PE for reaching an incredible milestone—25 years of service with Palmer Engineering.

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at a year defined by progress, teamwork, and meaningful impact. Inspired by Spotify Wrapped, here’s Palmer Engineering’s 2025 Wrapped — highlighting the people, projects, and milestones that shaped our year.

Join Palmer Engineering as we reflect on a year built together and wish our clients, partners, and communities a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Palmer Engineering supported local communities during the holiday season through a company-wide food drive and charitable giving across its offices.

Downtown Winchester has been transformed through the Main Street High Side Project — enhancing accessibility, walkability, and the visitor experience between Broadway Street and Lexington Avenue. Palmer Engineering served as engineering consultant alongside The Allen Company and the City of Winchester.

We are excited to announce that Stephanie Blain, PE, LEED AP has been named one of the 2025 Notable Women in Kentucky Politics & Government, as recognized by The Kentucky Gazette.

This year marked our 22nd Annual Trick-or-Treat Auction, where fun, laughter, and generosity came together for a great cause as we raised nearly $1,500 for Honor Flight Kentucky.

Congratulations to Josh Coburn, P.E., on graduating from the 2025 Leadership PE Program!