CHADDS FORD, PA, Jan 22, 2026 – Arora Engineers (Arora) has acquired J.A. Watts, LLC (JWI), expanding its construction and program management footprint across North America. The transaction was supported by financing arranged through Brightwood Capital Inc.
Manik Arora, president & CEO of Arora stated: “We are thrilled to welcome JWI to the Arora family. With their extensive experience and impeccable track record in complex infrastructure projects, JWI perfectly complements and expands our existing capabilities and team. This acquisition aligns with our mission of Rethinking Infrastructure and further enhances our position as a global leader in infrastructure solutions for the built environment. Together with JWI, we are poised to deliver unparalleled solutions to our clients globally.”
Julie Watts, president of JWI, added: “Joining the Arora family sets JWI on a promising new path while upholding our core values. What stood out to us about this partnership is how closely our missions align, along with our shared commitment to our employees and clients. Together, we can now offer a broader range of services and a more integrated approach to project delivery. We’re excited for this next chapter and for everything our teams will achieve together.”
With the acquisition of JWI, Arora expands its construction and program management capabilities across infrastructure markets. The firm has appeared on Building Design+Construction’s top airport facility engineering firms list, the Inc. 5000, and ENR’s Top 500 design firms list. Arora will continue to support U.S. and international projects through teams operating in North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, and Singapore. Arora maintains a steady focus on delivering scalable solutions across infrastructure sectors and project types.
By bringing JWI into the organization, Arora extends its capabilities from planning and design through construction and facilities management. The firm connects infrastructure technology expertise with hands-on program and construction management. The focus is on coordinated delivery and consistent execution across infrastructure projects.
Source: Arora
About Arora
Arora Engineers provides engineering, planning, design, construction management, and facilities services for infrastructure projects across multiple sectors. The firm supports aviation, transportation, education, government, life sciences, and commercial markets. Its work spans project planning, design coordination, construction administration, program management, and facilities operations support. Through subsidiaries, Arora also offers systems integration, asset management, and enterprise technology services for infrastructure owners. Customers include airport authorities, public agencies, transit operators, and commercial developers. Arora has supported hundreds of airports worldwide, delivering terminal design, construction programs, and lifecycle improvements for critical assets. Beyond aviation, its teams manage surface transportation, federal, commercial, and education projects. Arora Engineers was founded in 1986. The company is headquartered in Chadds Ford, PA and operates additional offices across the United States. It focuses on integrating planning, delivery, and digital infrastructure capabilities to support long-term performance of the built environment.
About JWI
Founded in 1999, JWI, formally known as J.A. Watts, LLC, provides owner’s representation and construction, project, and program management services for public and private infrastructure owners. The firm supports aviation, transportation, and transit projects nationwide, including airport terminals, aviation security systems, fuel systems, roadways, and transit facilities. JWI delivers planning support, project controls, engineering coordination, technology infrastructure services, and construction oversight across all project phases. Its customers include airport authorities, transit agencies, state transportation departments, and other infrastructure owners. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, JWI operates additional offices across the United States. The firm applies management and technical expertise from planning through construction execution to support infrastructure programs. JWI also works across markets including surface transportation and public infrastructure.