Vincent Obregon named San Antonio practice leader for HNTB

Experienced leader and accomplished project manager brings more than 30 years of engineering expertise to his new role

San Antonio, TX – Vincent Obregon, PE, has been named by HNTB Corporation as the San Antonio practice leader. Obregon brings over 30 years of experience in transportation, public works and infrastructure engineering with a diverse background that spans both the public and private sectors. Since joining HNTB in 2013, he has served as the engineering department manager, leading numerous large-scale infrastructure projects across Texas.

“With the support of Vince’s leadership in the San Antonio market, we look forward to expanding our relationships and discovering more value that we can bring to our clients,” said Summer B. Lawton, HNTB’s South Central Texas office leader and vice president. “His dedication and profound industry knowledge embody our commitment to advancing innovative infrastructure solutions.”

In his new role, Obregon will lead a diverse array of transportation projects, bringing his extensive experience in planning, design and construction management to the forefront of the region’s infrastructure development. His portfolio includes clients such as San Antonio VIA Metropolitan Transit, Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority, Harris County Engineering, Texas Department of Transportation, the Cities of Houston, Conroe, Sugar Land, Pearland and Austin, as well as the Port of Houston Authority.

Throughout his career, Obregon has demonstrated his leadership in managing high-profile projects. Before joining HNTB, he served as an associate vice president at the Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority, where he was the director of the agency’s capital program and served as a key liaison to METRO’s executive management and board committees. His expertise was further showcased in his management of TxDOT’s US 290 program, where he played a pivotal role in overseeing both design management and construction services.

Obregon holds a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from Texas A&M University. He is a licensed professional engineer in Texas.