Lochner Appoints Stephanie Reed as Program Director to Enhance Infrastructure Leadership

Lochner Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Stephanie Reed as Program Director

Lochner, a prominent entity within the Egis Group, is set to enhance its Program Management Advisory Practice with the recent appointment of Stephanie Reed, LEED AP, as Program Director. With a rich background spanning over 17 years in managing complex construction and infrastructure programs, Reed brings a wealth of experience that aligns with Lochner's commitment to delivering large-scale capital investment programs. Her extensive expertise is underscored by her previous role at Amazon, where she oversaw design and construction planning for numerous facilities across the nation, contributing significantly to the company's strategic capital investments.

In her capacity as Senior Program Manager at Amazon, Reed played a crucial role in shaping the company's engineering, maintenance, and sustainability initiatives. Her work involved managing portfolios valued at hundreds of millions to multi-billion-dollar investments, showcasing her ability to handle projects of significant scale and complexity. Furthermore, her tenure as Program Director for the Mayor's Office of the National Western Center in Denver highlights her adeptness at coordinating multi-year redevelopment projects, such as the $750+ million campus initiative that required intricate stakeholder engagement and continuous public operations. This experience positions her as a key player in navigating the multifaceted environments that characterize major infrastructure projects.

Danielle Smith, West Regional Manager at Lochner, expresses strong confidence in Reed’s capabilities, particularly her skills in risk management and her discipline in adhering to budget and schedule constraints. As Lochner continues to pursue innovative solutions in planning, environmental assessments, design, and construction engineering across various sectors, Reed’s leadership is expected to enhance the firm’s ability to meet the evolving needs of its clients. Her educational background, including a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management from the University of Central Missouri and her LEED Accreditation, further solidifies her as a valuable addition to Lochner's program management team.

In addition to Reed's appointment, Lochner remains committed to expanding its services in the infrastructure sector, leveraging its nearly 80 years of experience since its founding in 1944. The firm’s focus on providing comprehensive program management advisory practices positions it as a leader in the industry, particularly in sectors like aviation and urban redevelopment.

The addition of Stephanie Reed to Lochner's leadership team underscores the company's strategic initiative to enhance its program management capabilities, ensuring that it is well-equipped to tackle the challenges presented by complex infrastructure projects while delivering value to its clients.