January 6, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Miami-based transportation and civil engineering firm broadens footprint in Texas with key executive hires Shawn Bertram, P.E. as Senior Vice President and Maria Nelson as Vice President to lead Texas growth
AUSTIN, Texas (January 6, 2026) – Metric Engineering Inc., a transportation and civil engineering firm headquartered in Miami, Florida, solidified its expansion into Texas with the appointment of Shawn Bertram, P.E. as Senior Vice President, Texas Division, and Maria Nelson as Vice President, Texas Division.
Bertram will lead the firm’s Texas operations and oversee strategic growth, client development, and infrastructure delivery across the state. A fifth-generation Texan, he brings more than 24 years of experience delivering complex civil infrastructure projects for cities, counties, state agencies, and private sector clients throughout Texas. A licensed Professional Engineer, Bertram has built and led multidisciplinary teams of more than 300 professionals and has overseen transportation, drainage, water and wastewater, recreational, and community infrastructure projects.
“Shawn is the right leader at the right time to guide Metric’s expansion into Texas,” said Veronica Benitez, President and CEO of Metric Engineering. “His deep Texas roots, combined with proven leadership experience, will be instrumental as we expand our presence and continue to build upon our commitment to delivering infrastructure solutions that serve growing Texas communities.”
As part of the expansion, Metric also announced the appointment of Maria Nelson as Vice President, Texas Division, based in San Antonio. Nelson brings 15 years of experience across public and private infrastructure markets and has established strong regional partnerships throughout South Texas. She was recognized as a San Antonio Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, is a member of the Leadership San Antonio (LSA) Class 43, and served on the steering committee for LSA Classes 45 and 48. Nelson currently serves as President of SMPS San Antonio and as Vice-Chair of the CPS Energy Community Input Committee.
“Maria’s leadership, regional knowledge, and professional relationships will be key as we establish and grow Metric’s presence in San Antonio and across Texas,” said Bertram. “Her experience and community engagement align well with our long-term growth strategy in the state.”
Metric Engineering’s Texas expansion reflects continued investment in high-growth markets and positions the firm to support transportation and infrastructure initiatives throughout the region.
About Metric Engineering, Inc.
Founded in 1976, Metric Engineering, Inc. provides transportation and civil engineering services to public and private clients nationwide. The firm operates in Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, and Texas, delivering planning, design, and construction support services for roadway, multimodal, and infrastructure projects.
For more information, visit www.metriceng.com.
For More Information Regarding this Press Release, Please Contact:
Bruce Morales, Corporate Operations Manager
bruce.morales@metriceng.com | (786) 396-2105
