Ha, I'm a carpenter that somehow ended up developing some subdivisions but we do more public water and sewer systems than any thing else now.
If your day job is trying to get contractors to fulfill their contract, this shop should be a piece of cake.
It is hard for an individual to get anything done, because there is so much work, contractors and subcontractors tend to cater to those they work with everyday.
RE my contractor joke. We give preference to some engineering firms because they do quality work which in turn makes our lives easier. We help each other through tough spots and they in turn make sure we bid on all their jobs. I'm sure your firm is the same way. Making sure the customer gets a quality job at a fair price.