K FRIESE + ASSOCIATES WELCOMES MASON LIEBAU AS DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC GROWTH FOR WATER PRACTICE

AUSTIN, Texas, March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- K Friese + Associates, a Lochner Company, is pleased to announce that Mason Liebau, PE, SIT, CFM has joined the firm as the Director of Strategic Growth for the Texas-based Water Practice. Located in San Antonio, Mason will play a key role in expanding client relationships and supporting water infrastructure development across Texas.

With 25 years of experience in water resources engineering, Mason has built a distinguished career in the design and management of large-scale projects across the country, with a strong focus on South-Central Texas. He is a recognized leader in riverine hydrology and hydraulics, guiding teams in delivering complex projects for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Texas General Land Office, and the Texas Water Development Board. Additionally, Mason holds expertise in managing municipal bond and capital improvement projects.

"Mason's strong relationships with key regional clients, including Bexar County, the City of San Antonio, Nueces River Authority and the San Antonio River Authority make him a valuable addition to our team," said Karen Friese, PE, Lochner Board Director and Water Practice Lead. "His expertise and leadership will enhance our presence in San Antonio and across Texas, positioning us for continued growth in water infrastructure planning and development."

Mason holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from Texas Tech University.

About K Friese + Associates, A Lochner Company
Founded in 2003, K Friese + Associates provides civil engineering consulting services to municipalities, counties, state agencies, and river authorities throughout the State of Texas, with an emphasis on water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and aviation planning, design, and construction management projects.

About Lochner 
Founded in 1944, Lochner provides planning, environmental, design, construction engineering and inspection, and program/construction management services for surface transportation, aviation, and water clients across the United States. The company is ranked No.103 in Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

SOURCE H.W. Lochner, Inc.