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Michael P. Freeman, PE

Union Pacific


Mr. Freeman is currently Senior Vice President and will become AREMA President at the conclusion of the Conference. He has worked in bridge engineering for over 35 years.  From 1982 – 1997, he worked for Modjeski and Masters Consulting Engineers.  In 1997, he joined Union Pacific.  He has held various positions such as Director Bridge Standards and Assessment, Director Bridge Maintenance Northern Region and his current position is Director Structures Design.

He holds a BS Civil Engineering degree from Mississippi State University.  He has a Professional Engineer designation.

Mr. Freeman has served on the AREMA Board of Directors as Functional Group Vice President or Director of Structures since 2015.  He is an active member of AREMA Committees 9 and 15.