Former Navy engineer brings more than 25 years of global engineering experience
LOS ANGELES (July 25, 2024) – Ryan Davis, PE, has joined HNTB Corporation as deputy program manager and associate vice president. Based in the firm’s Los Angeles office, he will support teams on successfully delivering transportation programs.
“Ryan brings a unique and diverse skillset with his military background, which includes managing both design-build and design-bid-build construction projects,” said Joe Quitter, PE, PMP, HNTB’s Los Angeles project management/construction management group director and vice president. “He believes in collaborative leadership to drive creativity, innovation and success to benefit current and future projects.”
Davis has more than 25 years of experience in engineering management with a 20-year career in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps. In that role, he led military personnel in and civilian staff in Navy public works and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command construction departments. Most recently, he worked on the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Westside Purple Line Extension, managing more than 50 subconsultant firms and 20 independent technical experts during advanced preliminary engineering and design support services during construction phases.
“As our team of skilled professionals continues to grow, their enhanced skills and expertise allows us to bring exceptional service to our southern California clients,” said Yoga Chandran, PhD, PE, GE, HNTB’s Los Angeles office leader and senior vice president. “Ryan’s previous experience working with L.A. Metro provides a solid foundation for consistently delivering successful project outcomes.”
Martin Ellwood, PE, vice president at HNTB added, “Ryan’s proficiency in developing and managing budgets throughout the project lifecycle translates to enhanced cost-effectiveness, improved financial management and optimal resource utilization.”
Davis received a Bachelor of Science in environmental engineering from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in civil engineering from the University of Maryland. He also holds an MBA from Cornell and is a registered professional engineer.