Dewberry announced that Rena Barta joined the firm as regional director of client services in the New York City office.

Barta has more than 30 years of experience leading technical staff and marketing teams, as well as performing business development for transportation and public infrastructure market sectors and services. As the regional director of client services, she will be responsible for developing strong business relationships with clients and teaming partners in the transportation market including highways and bridges, and rail and transit. Barta will also be responsible for building relationships in water resources; mechanical, electrical and plumbing; and building structures.

Barta previously served as the chief of staff for the engineering and construction department of MTA Bridges and Tunnels, and as the executive director of the E-ZPass Interagency Group. She earned her bachelor's degree in economics and finance from Touro College (1983) and is a member of the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS).