Kelly Payne
About Kelly Payne
Kelly Payne serves as the Vice President of Water Operations at LCRA, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in civil and environmental engineering, having previously worked in various roles at HDR and LCRA over a career spanning several decades.
Current Role at LCRA
Kelly Payne serves as the Vice President of Water Operations at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees water operations, ensuring efficient management and delivery of water resources. Her leadership contributes to the organization's mission of providing reliable water services to the communities in the region.
Previous Experience at LCRA
Prior to her current role, Kelly Payne held several positions at LCRA. She worked as a Senior Engineer from 2006 to 2011, followed by a promotion to Asset Manager from 2011 to 2017. In 2017, she advanced to Asset Manager Principal, a role she maintained until 2018. Her tenure at LCRA spanned over a decade, during which she contributed to various engineering and asset management initiatives.
Experience at HDR
Before joining LCRA, Kelly Payne worked at HDR for over a decade. She began as a Graduate Engineer from 1992 to 1995, then served as an Assistant Project Manager from 1995 to 1997. She progressed to Project Manager from 1997 to 2004 and became a Management Team Member from 2000 to 2004. Her roles at HDR involved managing projects and contributing to engineering solutions in various capacities.
Educational Background
Kelly Payne holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 1985 to 1989. She furthered her education with a Master’s Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University, completing her studies from 1989 to 1991. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her career in engineering and water operations.