Grob named VHB director of urban permitting

Elizabeth Grob has joined VHB's team as director of urban permitting services. Grob will build upon VHB's track record of bringing clients through complex regulatory processes in Boston, and enhance the firm's ability to help clients move projects forward. Grob brings experience managing large teams, collaborating with attorneys, project proponents, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders in strategies involving permitting, and project planning. She has managed development projects through NEPA, MEPA, and Article 80 of the City of Boston's Zoning Code, and is well-known for her knowledge of complex policy and regulatory issues, including Chapter 91 Licensing. "Elizabeth is a strategic thinker. Her ability to identify big picture priorities while keeping focus on details will improve upon our delivery of creative and practical solutions that will help clients make the right decisions and move their projects forward," said principal and managing director of the Boston office, Mark Junghans, PE. "Our clients will also benefit from Elizabeth's strong relationships with regulatory agencies —including EOEEA, MEPA, DEP, CZM, MBTA, and DCR." Prior to joining VHB, Grob served as a senior consultant assisting clients through the complex regulatory process associated with real estate development, specializing in large Boston waterfront projects. An expert in technically complex policy and regulatory issues, Grob works with clients to distill information and focus on a strategic path forward. "I'm eager to bring together VHB's collective skills and continue to build upon relationships with regulatory agencies to find creative ways to provide efficiencies for our clients," said Grob.