Black & Veatch today announced Katie Werner will serve as president of its Bird Electric division, a national provider of electrical construction services. Werner will lead efforts to strengthen electric utility infrastructure reliability and resiliency nationwide. In her new position, she will guide strategy for emergency power restoration and critical grid solutions. Werner brings more than two decades of engineering, operations, and project leadership experience to Bird Electric. Most recently, she directed large electric and infrastructure programs for public sector clients across North America.
Executive Quote on Werner’s Appointment
“Katie has built her career on building and maintaining strong client relationships and a deep understanding of how to deliver projects safely and effectively,” said Jim Moos, president of Black & Veatch’s Technology, Industrial & Governments sector. “Her leadership experience across engineering, operations and enterprise strategy, combined with her commitment to developing teams and serving clients, makes her exceptionally well suited to lead Bird Electric as it continues to grow and evolve.”
Professional Background and Recognition
Werner holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Mississippi. She actively participates in industry and community organizations, showcasing her collaborative leadership style. Her commitment to employee-owners and teamwork has earned her widespread recognition. In her leadership role, Werner will help Bird Electric expand its impact across critical markets nationwide.
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Source: Businesswire
