The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) has named longtime engineer Nathalie Pierre-Georges to lead infrastructure construction operations in Brooklyn, placing her in charge of one of the city's largest public works portfolios.
The appointment comes as New York continues to advance major investments in transportation, water, stormwater and resiliency infrastructure designed to support population growth, climate adaptation and long-term asset management.
As Assistant Commissioner for Brooklyn Infrastructure Construction, Pierre-Georges will oversee project delivery teams responsible for managing roadway reconstruction, water main installations, utility improvements and other public infrastructure initiatives throughout the borough.
Brooklyn remains one of New York City's most active construction markets, requiring ongoing investment in aging infrastructure and resilience improvements. The borough's portfolio currently represents roughly $540 million in active capital projects.
Pierre-Georges joined DDC in 2006 and most recently served in the agency's Infrastructure Division, where she directed several high-profile projects in Queens. Her work included roadway reconstruction programs, flood mitigation efforts and multimodal transportation upgrades aimed at improving safety and reducing environmental impacts.
Among the projects under her leadership were innovative stormwater management initiatives, roadway enhancements and neighborhood infrastructure improvements designed to address recurring flooding challenges in vulnerable coastal communities.
Her experience also includes management of sustainability-focused projects that have received industry recognition for resilient infrastructure design and environmental performance.
The appointment reflects the growing importance of resilience planning in public infrastructure programs. Cities across the United States are increasingly prioritizing projects that address flooding, stormwater management and climate-related risks while modernizing transportation and utility networks.
For contractors and engineering firms working in the public sector, Brooklyn's infrastructure pipeline represents continued opportunities across civil construction, utility installation, roadway rehabilitation and environmental improvement projects.
The DDC oversees one of the nation's largest municipal capital programs, managing a portfolio valued at approximately $34 billion. The agency delivers projects ranging from public buildings and emergency facilities to roads, sewers and water systems throughout New York City's five boroughs.
Originally reported by NYC Department Of Design and Construction.
