Okay, let’s tackle this. So Jack has 30 years of experience as a civil engineer, which is a long time. His experience in project management, change management, and management consulting are also valuable skills. He worked at PennDOT, which is a government agency, and has a degree from a reputable university, Penn State. Considering his experience and education, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is lower than what I would expect for someone with his experience in the private sector, but government agencies often have lower pay scales. Additionally, his skills are not as in-demand as they would be in industries like tech or finance. Some civil engineers with similar experience might charge $150-$200 per hour, but Jack’s experience in government and his specific skillset bring his rate down to $125.