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May 1, 2026

Ania Gierach Joins Lochner as Design Practice Lead for Southern California

We are pleased to welcome Ania Gierach, PE, as Design Practice Lead for Southern California, supporting regional growth across Lochner and Egis.

Ania brings more than 20 years of experience leading complex transportation and capital infrastructure programs across California. Her background includes advancing multimodal improvements and managing multidisciplinary teams for clients such as LA Metro, Caltrans, Los Angeles County, and regional agencies throughout Southern California and beyond.

In her role, Ania will lead the Southern California design practice, with a focus on technical quality, staff development, and coordination across disciplines. She will partner with regional and national leaders across Lochner and Egis to support integrated project delivery, pursuit efforts, and continued growth.

“Ania brings deep technical leadership and a strong understanding of the Southern California market,” said Stephan Verberne, West Region Design Practice Lead. “Her experience will continue to strengthen our design practice in Southern California, and support high-quality project delivery for our clients.”

Ania is a licensed professional engineer in California and holds a Master of Science in Civil Engineering. She is completing an Executive MBA at the USC Marshall School of Business and is active in industry organizations, including Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

Please join us in welcoming Ania to the team.

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