We are known for the quality of our people

Our corporate culture is a huge part of our success. We have a “work hard, play hard” mentality and we take it pretty seriously. Our staff work hard to be efficient, helpful, and team players, but at the end of the day, we’re one big, laid-back, family – who really enjoy a good happy hour. We work hard so we can enjoy the perks in our office like themed lunches, sporadic cocktail breaks, hurricane pizza parties, cupcake decorating competitions, and costume contests. We are respectful of our industry, we are respectful of one another’s specialties, and we are supportive of our colleagues and managers alike. We strive to keep everyone in the NXL loop in regard to news and events with special emails and quarterly newsletters. We promote employee recognition from both leadership and peers with awards and prizes, social media kudos, and shout-outs. We are just as proud of our employees as they are proud to work at NXL.

Annual Events

Summer Outings for our employees and their families have included regional picnics, Nats baseball games, trips to Busch Gardens,  afternoons at Ironbridge Sports Park, and white water rafting down the James (that’s a funny story you’ll want to hear).

The Annual Holiday Party is always something to look forward to. It’s a time when all employees and their spouses / guests get a “night out” in Richmond: cocktails, dinner, awards, dancing, and a hotel room for the night make this event one you don’t want to miss.

All Hands Meetings happen annually, at different locations across the state. These gatherings are an in-person opportunity to share information with our employees about changing policies, industry happenings, and corporate updates. It’s also a chance for our employees and management to have conversations about on-the-job issues, concerns, and praise, alike.

Our staff enjoy having fun and we also enjoy giving back. The NXL team shares a commitment to making a difference in our communities and giving back to the areas in which we live and work. Our employees serve on community boards and volunteer for organizations that have a positive impact on our communities. Some of these partnerships include: American Red Cross, Venture Richmond, MDA Greater Virginia, Ronald McDonald House, Virginia Wounded Warriors Program, FeedMore Richmond, and Operation Smile.

Thanks to donations and contributions of our employees, clients, and partners, NXL has donated over fifty thousand to local and national charities through our annual Charity Golf Classic. Every year we host an event for our industry colleagues to benefit an organization that is near and dear to our employees. Hundreds of golfers enjoy a day on the course, followed by a catered dinner and raffle prizes, in support of a deserving charity.

When your very basic needs for survival are met, it allows the freedom one requires to reach his or her greatest potential for growth both at work and at home.  NXL offers a wide variety of benefits to its employees that provide this kind of freedom. From our no-cost, employee-only coverage group health insurance to our generous Paid Time Off programs, to our most sincere pledge to increase health and wealth awareness, our employees know they are valued and cared for. We know that when our employees feel good they perform at their best.

Financial Wellness

As a division of Century Engineering, Inc., NXL has access to Prudential Retirement Insurance and Annuity Company, which is teamed up with the financial experts at Greenspring Advisors to create a lucrative 401k Retirement Plan. Century currently offers an employer match to your retirement funds on a quarterly basis as soon as you start your savings. Meanwhile, you get free financial management guidance from Greenspring in regard to your investment choices with your 401K and your own personal finances.

Employee Benefits

We currently provide health & welfare benefits that include: three health plans, one vision plan, and one dental plan at very competitive cost-share rates. All of our full-time employees are automatically covered by our group life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability at no cost to them. An Employee Assistance Program that provides assistance and referrals not only for personal well being but also legal and financial guidance, as well as end-of-life planning. An Employee Discount program that provides NXL employees with access to hundreds of discounts on products and services, large and small. Our Paid Time Off program includes a variety of paid time you receive as soon as you walk through the door, to include: vacation time that grows with time in service, one week of Personal Time Off, eight paid holidays, and three inclement weather days.

As safety is our utmost concern and responsibility to our employees and their families, making sure our employees are well trained before they step foot on a project is a top priority at NXL. We encourage participation in professional, technical, and civic organizations, as well as training that increases the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our ever-growing workforce.  We take great pride in being able to provide our employees with those opportunities required to perform their duties confidently and safely. Employee Training: All NXL employees are required to complete annual training that includes EEO, harassment, and diversity awareness, as well as basic safety training in relation to the work that they perform. Although mostly interactive web-based video and testing, we also offer in-house safety training. NXL pays for your time for most of this training, while also offering a multitude of off-time, self-development courses that are considered toward your annual review. Trade-Specific Certifications:  A majority of our employees require specific certifications in order to work in the field. NXL provides certification administration, to include proactive communications on upcoming expirations, scheduling, and registration for new and renewal certifications. NXL also pays for these certifications for you!

NXL is all about offering opportunities to our industry’s up and coming civil and construction engineers in all areas, including Surveying and Mapping, Construction Management, and Construction Engineering and Inspection. NXL currently provides paid pre-employment certification attainment to qualified trainees, as well as on-the-job training and experience as part of our college internship programs – both of which can lead to a successful and fulfilling career with NXL. We have dedicated a great deal of time and resources to our in-house training program. We utilize our in-house experts to facilitate training to our entire staff in courses including: SiteManager, Flagger, Basic and Intermediate Work Zone Safety, OSHA, and Railroad Safety. NXL also established a Mentorship Program where new trainees will get on-the-job experience from seasoned inspectors. Our Regional Managers and Senior Inspectors will work side by side with new trainees, ensuring they have practical knowledge of their inspection duties, and mentoring them throughout the new-hire process.

NXL is committed to employment equality and ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws. NXL provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. Our formal EEO statement is below. If you need assistance, please contact Human Resources.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

It is the publicly stated policy of Century Engineering, Inc. d/b/a NXL to comply with the regulations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended and other nondiscrimination laws and authorities, that include regulations relative to nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation (DOT) Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and the Federal Highway Administration’s Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations 200. NXL will not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, or disability in the selection and retention of subconsultants, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment. NXL will not participate, either directly or indirectly, in the discrimination prohibited by 49 CFR , Part 21.5. In all solicitations, either by competitive bidding or negotiation made by NXL for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials or equipment, each potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified of the contractor’s obligations under the contract and the regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, and veteran’s status. NXL will include the necessary provisions in every subcontract; including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by the regulations, or directives issued pursuant thereto. NXL ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 804-644-4600. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact NXL by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.