ORLANDO, FL — David Cerione joins HNTB as a National Practice Consultant and Vice President for the firm’s aviation practice. In this role, he will support aviation clients nationwide in the oversight and delivery of capital improvement programs. Cerione joins HNTB from another consulting firm where he served as National Deputy Director of Aviation. He is based in Orlando, Florida.

With over two decades of industry experience, Cerione brings a range of expertise in areas of program delivery, budgeting, operations management, and risk analysis and planning. He has overseen major contracts at airports including, Miami International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, New Orleans International Airport, and Denver International Airport.

“David’s relationships with airport leaders across the country and his in-depth understanding of the business trends within the aviation market, combined with his ability to foster and develop talent will be invaluable as we partner with our clients to deliver on the critical programs and projects that will enhance and modernize air travel across the United States,” said Lou Russo, HNTB National Aviation Market Sector Leader and Senior Vice President.

Cerione’s experience includes successfully leading the North Terminal Development Program at Miami International Airport and serving as Program Director for the Capacity Enhancement Program at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Cerione holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial and systems engineering from the University of Florida.