Jerry DiMaggio joins HNTB as a Practice Consultant serving the Geotechnical & Foundation Services Group

Renowned civil engineer brings five decades of expertise in innovative infrastructure design

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (Dec. 31, 2024) – Jerry DiMaggio, PE, has joined HNTB Corporation, a leading infrastructure solutions firm, as a practice consultant where he will leverage his vast experience and expertise to grow the firm’s presence in geotechnical and pavement services. DiMaggio brings a wealth of experience in civil engineering and construction services, specializing in the design, construction, long-term performance and resilience of infrastructure features.

“Jerry’s expertise and leadership in geotechnical and civil engineering are second to none,” said Stephen Dilts, HNTB’s New Jersey office leader. “We are excited to leverage his knowledge and experience to further our goals of enhancing infrastructure resilience and reliability.”

In his new role, DiMaggio will work with clients to enhance infrastructure performance assessments, risk management and provide innovative project delivery. He will work closely with clients and project teams to ensure the resilience and reliability of infrastructure projects.

“Jerry is internationally recognized for his accomplishments related to design, construction, performance assessment and monitoring of geotechnical infrastructure features including highways, railways, buildings and energy facilities,” said Matt Riegel, geotechnical team leader at HNTB. “His extensive knowledge of resilient design and construction methods will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and support our clients’ needs.”

DiMaggio’s distinguished career includes serving as the implementation coordinator for the Second Strategic Highway Research Program at the National Academies in Washington, D.C., and as a retired principal bridge engineer and national program manager of geotechnical/foundation engineering with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

DiMaggio holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering from Clarkson University, New York. He has served on ASTM, AREMA and AASHTO committees and task forces for the development of technical guidelines, specifications and testing standards. He has authored approximately 30 technical papers and edited three civil engineering books.