Experienced transportation leader to support complex infrastructure programs across the Chicago region
CHICAGO (March 5, 2026) – Daniel F. Burke, PE, SE, has joined HNTB as a senior group director and vice president in the firm’s Chicago office. With more than 30 years of experience spanning public service and private industry, Burke will oversee delivery of complex transportation programs and support client relationships across the region.
“Dan’s experience reflects a lifelong commitment to public infrastructure and the communities it serves,” said Albert Sosa, PE, Illinois office leader and senior vice president at HNTB. “He understands the complexity of delivering large-scale transportation programs and the importance of strong coordination among agencies, stakeholders and industry partners. His leadership and collaborative approach will further strengthen our ability to serve clients throughout the Chicago region.”
Prior to joining HNTB, Burke served as managing deputy commissioner and chief engineer for the Chicago Department of Transportation, where he helped oversee a $600 million annual capital program. In that role, he coordinated across departments and with the Mayor’s Office to advance the city’s transportation capital plan, with responsibility for roadways, bridges, transit facilities, shoreline protection, lighting and traffic signal engineering and construction management.
Earlier in his tenure with the Chicago Department of Transportation, Burke held several leadership roles, including deputy commissioner and chief bridge engineer. He oversaw major capital improvement initiatives and complex, multiagency projects that required careful staging, stakeholder coordination and uninterrupted transit and roadway operations. Throughout his career, he has developed strong working relationships with local, state and federal partners to facilitate the successful implementation of critical infrastructure programs.
At HNTB, Burke will help guide project delivery across multiple disciplines, ensuring seamless coordination and high performance in the execution of complex projects and programs. He will also drive the firm’s project delivery processes while partnering with clients on major transportation initiatives across the Chicago region.
“I’m honored to join HNTB at such a pivotal time for Chicago’s infrastructure,” Burke said. “Chicago has been central to my career, and I’ve been fortunate to work alongside dedicated public and private sector leaders committed to moving our region forward. I’m eager to build on that foundation at HNTB, bringing teams together, tackling complex challenges and delivering projects that make a tangible difference in how people live, work and travel every day.”
HNTB’s Chicago office supports clients across Illinois and the Midwest in the planning, design and delivery of complex transportation infrastructure, including bridges, highways, transit systems and urban mobility programs.