Reed It and Weep

HNTB names new group director

HNTB Corporation of Chicago named Christine Reed, PE, its highway design group director in Illinois, per a July 8 press release. An associate vice president based in the Chicago office, Reed will manage the delivery of ongoing projects with the Chicago Department of Transportation, Illinois Department of Transportation, Chicago Department of Water Management and other clients.

Reed brings to HNTB more than 30 years of experience in the civil engineering industry, including more than two decades with IDOT where she last served as deputy secretary responsible for the daily operations of the entire department. Most recently, she worked for 11 years as another consulting company’s senior vice president in charge of the Springfield, Illinois, office.

“Christine’s impressive record of achievements and proven leadership experience will help take our office to the next level,” said Albert Sosa, PE, HNTB Chicago office leader. “Her deep understanding of Illinois’ transportation network and long tenure with IDOT will bring significant value to our clients and allow HNTB to continue to deliver on large-scale highway projects throughout the region.”

In addition to overseeing the delivery of current and ongoing highway projects, Reed will also assist the office in client development activities and project pursuits throughout the state of Illinois.

Reed received her Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas.