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November 14, 2025|News

Michael Baker International Taps Peters, Reed

Written by Jennifer McLawhorn, Managing Editor, Railway Track & Structures
Chris Peters, P.E., S.E. (left); and Kevin Reed, P.E. (right). (Michael Baker International)
Michael Baker International appoints Kevin Reed, P.E., as President and Chris Peters, P.E., S.E., as Chief Operating Officer.

Michael Baker International announced Nov. 13 that Reed will lead company-wide growth initiatives to drive innovation and expansion. Reed will work on identifying emerging markets, strengthening relationships with clients, and using data to pursue growth opportunities. Prior to his joining Michael Baker International, Reed served as Senior Vice President – U.S. Operations and Delivery Executive and Interim Transportation Business Line Executive at WSP USA where he led more than 5,000 team members. In this role, he worked to support operations, delivery procedures, staff management and project operations. Additionally, he served as Past President of the American Council of Engineering Companies San Diego Chapter. Reed holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Washington State University.

“As we focus on achieving our Vision 2030 goals, Michael Baker continues to strengthen its position as a trusted advisor – bringing together client insight with the scale and integrated capabilities of a national leader in engineering, technology and consulting,” said Brian A. Lutes, Chief Executive Officer at Michael Baker International. “Kevin will play a leading role in shaping our growth strategy, fostering innovation and ensuring we deliver transformative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients and communities. His leadership will help us unlock new opportunities and advance our mission as We Make a Difference through every project.”

Michael Baker International also announced that Chris Peters, P.E., S.E., will step into the role of Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Peters will work on operational excellence in four verticals, according to the firm. These four verticals are Infrastructure, Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA), Mitigation, Environmental, Resiliency, Response and Recovery (MER3), and GovTech. Peters will bring more than 30 years of architecture and engineering industry experience to “implement advanced processes and systems designed to optimize efficiency, enhance collaboration and position the firm for continued growth expansion.” Recently, Peters served as COO at WSP USA where he led more than 17,000 team members across six business lines, including program management, IT, and health safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ). Peters holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of MIssouri-Columbia and a Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering from Iowa State University.

“Chris brings exceptional leadership and a proven track record of operational success to Michael Baker International,” said Brian A. Lutes, Chief Executive Officer at Michael Baker International. “His deep industry expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our operations, enhance collaboration across our verticals to work as One Michael Baker and deliver innovative solutions that drive growth for our clients and our firm.”