Robert F. Pence, P.E., BCEE

President and CEO

President and CEO of Freese and Nichols since 2002, Bob Pence has led his company through the difficult financial period that followed 9/11 and into a highly productive expansion that continues today. At the same time, Freese and Nichols has pursued a continuous improvement program that focuses on processes to yield consistent technical excellence. Bob Pence is directly responsible for incorporating client feedback into the continuous improvement program.

A water/wastewater specialist, Bob started at Freese and Nichols as a design engineer in 1978, following a four-year stint with the U.S. Army and two years as a research assistant as he earned his master’s degree in civil engineering at Texas A&M University. Bob has championed and expanded corporate support for professional education, membership in professional organizations, development of papers and presentations, committee participation, attendance at meetings and conferences and community service.

Bob Pence is a familiar presence in community organizations. He has chaired the local United Way campaign and serves as an advocate for children and education in numerous endeavors. He was named 2008 Engineer of the Year by the Fort Worth Chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers.