Ware Malcomb adds civil engineering manager to Nashville office

James Lukens

Jim Lukens has joined the Nashville office of Ware Malcomb, an international design firm, as civil engineering manager. In this role, he will work closely with the office leadership team to help grow the firm’s civil engineering practice, foster client relationships and lead business development.

Lukens brings more than 30 years of experience in civil engineering, design, project management and client management to the firm. His experience in civil land development is vast, covering all aspects of commercial, industrial, office, retail, multifamily, education and public work. 

Prior to joining Ware Malcomb, Lukens operated his own engineering and land development firm for more than 20 years. A licensed professional engineer in Tennessee, he received a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree from Georgia Institute of Technology, and MBA degree from Belmont University. In addition, he is a licensed Real Estate Affiliate Broker specializing in commercial real estate.

Ware Malcomb opened its Nashville office in April 2022. The firm has been working with clients across Tennessee for more than nine years including multifamily, retail, office and industrial projects. The Nashville office builds upon Ware Malcomb’s rapidly growing Southeast region with offices in Atlanta and Miami.