Meet the Team

Ted Uwague, P.E., MBA

President & Principal Engineer
Experience: 25+ years

Expertise: Civil Engineering | Stormwater Management | Transportation Infrastructure | Project Management

Ted Uwague leads Lentz Engineering with over two decades of experience, delivering innovative, cost-effective civil engineering solutions across Texas. Specializing in stormwater management, transportation infrastructure, and site development, Ted and his team excel at transforming complex challenges into resilient, compliant designs for municipalities, developers, and public agencies. Ready to elevate your next project? Contact Ted today to get started. 
                                                                                                                                                  

Strategic Leadership in Civil Engineering

Ted’s extensive background includes leadership in public infrastructure and transportation engineering, with past roles like Program Manager at Capital Metro Transportation Authority. This experience equips Lentz Engineering to tackle your toughest projects—whether it’s flood-preventing drainage systems, roadway upgrades, or sustainable site designs. His proven expertise ensures every solution balance regulatory compliance, budget efficiency, and long-term durability.

What Ted Brings to Your Project

  • Stormwater & Drainage Solutions: Expert designs to protect developments and meet Texas floodplain standards.
  • Municipal Infrastructure: Roadway drainage, utility coordination, bridge inspection and public works upgrades tailored to your needs.
  • Site Development & Permitting: Streamlined plans for developers and public entities, from concept to completion.
  • Construction Oversight: Ensuring quality, safety, and compliance on every project.

Dr. Nazar Sabti, Ph.D., P.E.

Senior Civil Engineer | QA/QC Manager
Experience: 25+ years

Expertise: Hydrology & Hydraulics | Floodplain Management | Stormwater & Drainage Design | Civil Site Development

With a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and extensive experience in flood control, drainage design, and hydraulic modeling, Dr. Sabti ensures every Lentz Engineering project meets rigorous quality and compliance standards. His work spans FEMA flood mitigation, TxDOT infrastructure planning, and municipal drainage system upgrades.

Issa M. Issa, Ph.D., P.E.

Structural Engineer & Pavement Specialist
Experience: 15+ years

Expertise: Structural Design | Pavement Engineering | Construction Materials Testing | Bridge & Underpass Design

Dr. Issa is a licensed civil and structural engineer with deep expertise in reinforced concrete structures, bridge engineering, and pavement management. Holding a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University, he integrates data-driven research with engineering solutions for long-term infrastructure durability.

Alana Gilbert, 

Project Engineer – Site Development & Drainage
Experience: 15+ years

Expertise: Civil Site Development | Stormwater Management | ADA Compliance | Utility Coordination

Alana Gilbert specializes in stormwater engineering and site development, ensuring projects meet environmental sustainability and ADA accessibility standards. With extensive experience in public infrastructure, drainage impact studies, and roadway design, she plays a crucial role in Lentz Engineering’s municipal and educational facility projects.

Miranda Gammage

CAD Designer – Civil & Utility Drafting
Experience: 10+ years

Expertise: Civil Drafting | Site Development Plans | Utility Infrastructure | 3D Modeling

As a skilled CAD designer, Miranda ensures the accuracy and efficiency of civil engineering plans, from stormwater infrastructure layouts to commercial site designs. She is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and GIS mapping, supporting Lentz Engineering’s hydraulic modeling, land planning, and construction drawings.