BOSTON, MA HNTB Corporation announces three executive promotions in the firm's Northeast Division.  

Phil Brake, PE, is the New England District Leader responsible for HNTB's operations in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island and Maine. Brake joined HNTB in 2002, serving in a series of increasingly senior roles, most recently Massachusetts Office Leader. A Senior Vice President, he is based in the firm's Chelmsford, Massachusetts, office.

Gary Bua, PE, becomes Office Leader for Massachusetts which includes the firm's locations in Boston, Massachusetts, and Chelmsford, Massachusetts. He will oversee more than 150 people. Bua joined HNTB two years ago, serving as the Northeast Division Delivery Officer. With more than 25 years of industry experience, he has successfully managed complex transportation projects across the New England region, including many projects for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Bua is a Vice President based in the firm's Boston office.

Bob Driscoll, PE, has been promoted to Delivery Officer for HNTB's Northeast Division, which serves more than 30 clients across 10 states. Joining HNTB in 1981, Driscoll served in key leadership roles supporting the firm's work with clients in Maine and New Hampshire. An Associate Vice President, he is based in HNTB's Portland, Maine, office.

"Talented individuals like Phil, Gary and Bob contribute to HNTB's significant growth in the Northeast, and exemplify the firm's continuing commitment to serving the needs of our clients," said Mike Sweeney, PE, HNTB Northeast Division President. "HNTB is delighted to announce these promotions and recognize their outstanding performance."