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CANDANCE SCALE / SAME
CHAD BECKER Kimley-Horn
STACEY CHAPMAN CIT, Croft Architecture and Engineering STEPHANIE
DAMMEN-MORRELL Hussey Gay Bell
MICHELLE ERSTE CPSM, iParametrics / SMPS Atlanta
LIGIA FLORIM PE, Cobb County DOT / WTS Atlanta
PHILLIP HATCHER PE, SE, Uzun + Case / SEAOG
JENNY C. JENKINS PE, VHB / ASHE Georgia
CATHERINE JOHNSON AECOM / NSBE
KELLY PATRICK PE, PTOE, Cobb County DOT / ITE Georgia
JOHN PIERSON PE, Georgia Tech Research Institute / ASCE Georgia
RANDAL RIEBEL PE, Delta Air Lines / GSPE
THOMAS TRUE PE, LS, Maser Consulting SASHA UGI Croy Engineering
BILL WELLS ITS Georgia
AAs the year winds down, reflecting on where we’ve been and what we’ve accomplished is natural. For Georgia’s engineering community, 2024 has been nothing short of remarkable—a year packed with innovation, creativity, and, above all, heart.
This issue of Engineering Georgia is a celebration of the good we do together. Engineers are often seen as problem-solvers, creators of solutions to some of society’s most complex challenges. But as the stories in this issue reveal, the true impact of our industry’s work lies not just in the projects we complete but in the lives our work touches.
One of the standout features this issue takes us inside the development of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s new Arthur M. Blank Hospital—a cutting-edge healthcare showpiece that redefines what it means to build with purpose. From humble beginnings with early cardboard mockups to the stunning campus we see today, the hospital stands as a testament to the power of design to heal. It’s not just a building; it’s a beacon of hope for families in need, a place where engineering excellence meets caring.
And while the Arthur M. Blank Hospital may steal the headlines, our annual “Engineers Doing Good” feature for 2024 reminds us that this year has been filled with countless stories of engineering impact across Georgia. Stepping away from their desks to engage directly with communities, engineering professionals from ACEC Georgia’s Member Firms have worked tirelessly on projects ranging from river cleanups to restoring urban green spaces. These efforts highlight how environmental stewardship, volunteerism, and technical expertise can converge to create meaningful change. From removing 32.5 tons of debris along the Chattahoochee River to supporting food distribution and STEM education initiatives, these stories remind us of the extraordinary ripple effects our industry can create.
Speaking of possibilities, our feature “From Blueprints to Hope” takes a closer look at how Georgia’s engineering community is combating food insecurity. The expansions of key food banks—such as the Georgia Mountain Food Bank and Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia—are more than just construction milestones. These projects embody the innovative spirit of engineers who designed sustainable, disaster-resilient facilities
equipped to handle growing demands. With advanced refrigeration systems, efficient loading bays, and layouts optimized for logistics, these facilities are transforming how food is stored, distributed, and delivered to those in need. It’s not just about infrastructure—it’s about building capacity for hope and resilience in our communities.
At this time of year, I’m always struck by the generosity and ingenuity of the people in our industry. Whether it’s mentoring young engineers, volunteering time for community projects, or designing solutions that make life better for others, your work is proof that engineering is as much about people as it is about progress.
As we head into 2025, I encourage all of us to carry forward this spirit of generosity and giving back. Let’s continue to build not just for today but for a better, brighter tomorrow. And as always, if you have thoughts, ideas, or stories you think would make a better, brighter Engineering Georgia magazine, I’d love to hear from you at sully@acecga.org.
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year,
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$15M GDOT CONTRACT FOR SR 316 PROJECTS
AtkinsRéalis has secured a $15 million, 5-year contract with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services along State Route 316. This includes new construction, road widening, pavement rehabilitation, and bridge replacements to improve safety and reduce congestion between Atlanta and Athens.
“AtkinsRéalis has a long history of delivering quality services in Georgia, especially during times of growth,” said Steve Morriss, President, U.S., Latin America, and Minerals & Metals.
With over 375 staff in its Atlanta office, AtkinsRéalis will provide project administration, quality assurance, and inspection services to ensure projects stay on schedule and meet GDOT standards. The firm’s 25-year partnership with GDOT and expertise in CEI services across multiple states underscores its commitment to infrastructure excellence.
HNTB RELOCATES ATLANTA OFFICE TO MIDTOWN, EXPANDS OPERATIONS
HNTB Corporation announced the relocation of its Atlanta office from 191 Peachtree Rd NE to 14th & Spring, a modern Class A office tower in Midtown. The new space will accommodate HNTB’s expanding workforce and future growth, reflecting its ongoing commitment to serving clients in Georgia and the Southeast. The move is scheduled for Spring 2025.
HNTB will occupy three floors in the building, featuring amenities such as collaboration hubs, a fitness center, café, and outdoor spaces. The location offers convenient access to MARTA, retail, and dining options.
With a presence in Atlanta since 1968, HNTB has partnered with major clients like GDOT, MARTA, and the City of Atlanta on key infrastructure projects, including the ATLNext program at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. The firm remains committed to recruiting local talent to support its growing project portfolio.
DONALD ELLIS HILL, 85, OF LOGANVILLE, GA, PASSES AWAY
Donald Ellis Hill, 85, passed away on November 1, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sara Wade; daughter Cindy Walker (Greg); grandchildren Macy and Garrison Walker; and sister Sandy Nelson (Kirk).
Born in Opelika, AL, Hill grew up on a family farm before becoming a championship water skier in Gulfport, MS. He joined the AWSA Century Club for jumps over 100 feet, performed at Callaway Gardens, and even taught Elvis Presley to water ski.
Hill graduated from Auburn University in 1962 with a Bachelor of Building Construction. He later earned a Master’s in Civil Engineering from Georgia Tech in 1965. His career spanned leadership roles, including founding DE Hill Engineers and United Consulting Group. Hill was active with the Consulting Engineers Council of Georgia, serving as president in 1992, and was named Engineer of the Year in 1999.
A proud Army veteran, Hill's life was marked by his dedication to family, engineering excellence, and community leadership.
GEORGIA SOUTHERN’S PAULSON COLLEGE RECEIVES $500,000 GIFT FOR CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS
Georgia Southern University’s Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing (AEPCEC) has secured a $500,000 donation from Smith Douglas Homes to bolster its residential construction programs.
“This generous gift will significantly enhance our ability to prepare students for careers in the residential construction industry,” said Craig M. Harvey, Ph.D., Dean of AEPCEC. Smith Douglas, a major homebuilder expanding into South Georgia, aims to develop a pipeline of skilled construction managers.
The funds will support:
• $200,000 for a new emphasis in residential construction within the Bachelor of Science in Construction.
• $150,000 to establish the Smith Douglas Homes Scholars program for students meeting specific academic and service criteria.
• $50,000 for annual scholarships.
• $100,000 for new technology and equipment.
Smith Douglas Homes will also offer annual internships to construction students, fostering industry-ready graduates from Georgia Southern’s Department of Civil Engineering & Construction. N
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SEN. OSSOFF SECURES $299K FOR SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY’S STEM PROGRAMS
U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff announced $299,480 in federal funding for Savannah State University to launch a forensic toxicology track within its Forensic Science program. The funding, awarded through the U.S. Department of Education’s Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program, aims to strengthen STEM initiatives at HBCUs and diversify the field of forensic toxicology.
This investment aligns with Sen. Ossoff’s ongoing efforts to expand educational opportunities in Coastal Georgia. Earlier this year, he secured $3 million to build a new library in Savannah, serving Midtown, Southside, and nearby communities.
Sen. Ossoff has a track record of supporting education, including his role in passing the bipartisan JOBS Act to enhance job training access and the Cybersecurity Opportunity Act, which established grants to expand cybersecurity education at minority-serving institutions.
THOUSANDS OF K-12 STUDENTS ATTEND INAUGURAL STEM FEST AT GEORGIA TECH
The College of Engineering hosted its first STEM Fest, drawing over 2,300 K-12 students to McCamish Pavilion. The event, initially expecting 1,200 attendees, featured 60+ interactive exhibits and activities, focusing on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education.
Students explored hands-on stations, engaging with drones, robotic arms, remote-controlled cars, and molecule-building exercises. The festival was organized in partnership with STEM Global Action (SGA), led by Georgia Tech alumnus Calvin Mackie. This collaboration aims to inspire young minds in the metro Atlanta area to explore STEM fields.
Following a successful “STEM Saturday” trial event in May, which attracted 500 students, the full-scale STEM Fest exceeded expectations. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to introduce STEM opportunities to Atlanta’s youth and showcase Georgia Tech’s educational resources.
SGA, known for hosting nationwide STEM events, continues its mission with stops planned in San Diego and Baton Rouge after the Atlanta festival.
NOVA RIVER DISTRICT BREAKS GROUND IN DOWNTOWN ROME, GA
Construction has begun on the Nova River District, a mixed-use development set to transform Rome’s riverfront along the Oostanaula River. Spearheaded by CRE IMPACT River Arts District LLC, an affiliate of Atlanta’s CCI Real Estate, the project aims to revitalize a 6.4-acre site between Fifth Avenue and the new Courtyard by Marriott Rome Riverwalk.
The Nova River District will feature 250 multifamily residences, 14,000 square feet of ground-floor retail, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings for 4,000 square feet of commercial space. Plans include a pedestrian bridge connection to the Heritage Trail System and 1 acre of public greenspace.
Backed by a $37 million construction loan from Pinnacle Financial Partners and Commerce One Bank, the development team includes Poole and Poole Architecture, True North Companies, and Dovetail Civil Design. The first phase is expected to open in fall 2025, with Gallery Residential managing the property upon completion. The project seeks to enhance the vibrancy of Rome’s Historic Broad Street and attract new visitors to the area. A
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• Athena Engineering LLC – Member Firm (Joined 9/23/2024)
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• CTR Commercial Real Estate – Supporting Member (Joined 10/16/2024)
• Douglas Ogello, LLC – Member Firm (Joined 10/1/2024)
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• Locke Solutions – Supporting Member (Joined 10/16/2024)
• Wiedeman and Singleton – Member Firm (Joined 9/9/2024)
GARVER TRANSPORTATION
has appointed Nathan Currier, PE, SE, as Senior Bridge Project Manager in its Atlanta office. With over 15 years of experience in bridge design, including a decade with the Georgia Department of Transportation and work with multiple county agencies, Currier strengthens Garver’s bridge design and project delivery capabilities. Currier will focus on supporting state and municipal agencies on infrastructure projects, leveraging expertise in steel spans, prestressed concrete, and accelerated bridge construction.
GOODWYN MILLS CAWOOD (GMC)
has broadened its service offerings to include mechanical engineering with the recent hire of Rich Jarvis in the Atlanta office. This new capability will be housed within the firm's electrical engineering department. Jarvis, a licensed professional engineer in multiple states, brings over 30 years of experience in HVAC, plumbing, control systems, and building commissioning. He joins GMC as the Mechanical Engineering Regional Technical Manager, focusing on efficient and sustainable building systems.
KECK & WOOD
is excited to welcome the following new members to its Georgia Office:
Davis Lentz – Staff Professional, Traffic: Lentz, a recent graduate of Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, joins the Traffic market team to kickstart his career in traffic engineering.
Robin Ji – Staff Professional, Community Development: Ji, a graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, transitions from intern to full-time Staff Professional. He supports Community Development projects and contributes to expanding Keck & Wood’s Landscape Architecture portfolio.
Keck & Wood would also like recognize Alex Lambie, EIT for obtaining his EIT license. His passion for environmental engineering is reflected in his work and hobbies, such as mapping cave systems. This milestone highlights his dedication and growth at Keck & Wood.
Keck & Wood would also like to congratulate our newest Principals:
Daniel Sabia, PE – Principal, Roadway: Sabia has driven the growth of the Roadway market within the Transportation practice. His clientfocused approach and industry expertise have elevated the team’s success and capabilities.
Casey Guyton, PE – Principal, Community Development: Guyton, a Keck & Wood team member for over 11 years, has consistently delivered engineering solutions in transportation, streetscapes, stormwater, and site development. His commitment to providing comprehensive solutions has strengthened client relationships.
Alex Simmons, PE – Principal, Traffic: Since graduating in 2013, Simmons has specialized in signalization and transportation engineering while fostering professional development through leadership roles in GAITE. His dedication to quality work and advancing the profession sets him apart.
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MAULDIN & JENKINS
is pleased to announce three new Georgia Office professionals to the role of Partner:
Lew Henry, CPA, Atlanta, Georgia Office: Henry focuses on attestation and consulting services within the Not-for-Profit and Education practices. His broad industry experience extends to construction, healthcare, and manufacturing. Lew is affiliated with the AICPA and GSCPA.
Aubrie Trotter, CPA, Albany, Georgia Office: Trotter brings expertise in auditing financial institutions across the Southeast, handling both public and private sector clients. She is actively involved with the AICPA, GSCPA, Georgia Bankers Association, and the Community Bankers Association of Georgia.
Brent Ullrich, CPA, Atlanta, Georgia Office: With over 15 years of experience, Ullrich specializes in tax strategy and research, focusing on closely held businesses and multinational corporations. As the Firm’s Tax Strategy Leader, he monitors legislative changes to provide technical guidance. Brent is a member of the AICPA and GSCPA.
PRACTICAL DESIGN PARTNERS
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Angela Nguyen, PE joins as a Senior Project Engineer. A University of Georgia graduate, Nguyen brings expertise in roadway and bridge projects for local municipalities and GDOT. She will lead transportation project designs and mentor junior engineers to enhance PDP’s technical strength.
Jeff Brashears, EIT has been promoted to Senior Project Engineer. With over 20 years of experience in transportation consulting, Brashears has been a key contributor to PDP’s engineering team for nearly two years, focusing on project design and staff development.
PES STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS
welcomes Cornelius Walker, EIT, and Katy Charvin, PE, to the team, enhancing its capacity to deliver top-tier structural engineering solutions.
Cornelius Walker, EIT: Holding a B.S. in Civil Engineering Technology from South Carolina State University and an M.S. in Civil Engineering from Clemson University, Walker joins as a Design Engineer, focusing on projects in the industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.
Katy Charvin, PE: With expertise in wood design for multifamily buildings, Charvin joins as an Assistant Project Manager. She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in civil engineering from Georgia Tech and will focus on expanding partnerships with architects in the Atlanta area.
WSB has appointed Corey Johnson as Director of Strategy for Digital Construction Management (DCM). With 25 years of industry experience, Johnson brings expertise in civil consulting, design and construction team management, and fostering relationships with Departments of Transportation nationwide. In his role, Johnson will lead efforts to expand WSB’s DCM services, driving client engagement and promoting the adoption of model-centric practices within the AEC industry. His experience enhances the firm’s ability to deliver innovative digital solutions and increase brand visibility. A
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Stepping up from middle management to senior leadership is one of the most challenging transitions in an engineering professional’s career. It’s not just about managing teams—it’s about leading with vision, driving strategy, and influencing at the highest levels. To make this leap successfully, engineering managers must shift their focus from day-to-day tasks to a broader perspective, mastering skills like strategic thinking, executive communication, and organizational leadership. This curated list of books, podcasts, and websites offers invaluable resources to help you develop the competencies needed to excel in senior leadership roles. Whether you’re looking to enhance your executive presence, refine your strategic mindset, or learn from industry experts, these resources will guide you on your path to the C-suite.
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ACEC Georgia Members enjoying the Fall ACEC National Conference in New Orleans. Holly Painter (KCI), Tom Pace (Thomas & Hutton), Tommy Crochet (VHB), Rick Toole (Benesch), Drew Pitman (CHA), and Rachael Sadler (ACEC Georgia).
ACEC Georgia Members enjoying the Fall ACEC National Conference in New Orleans. Holly Painter (KCI), Tom Pace (Thomas & Hutton), Tommy Crochet (VHB), Rick Toole (Benesch), Drew Pitman (CHA), and Rachael Sadler (ACEC Georgia).
ACEC Georgia team exploring Washington, D.C., during ACEC National's staff orientation.
ACEC Georgia employees participated in ACEC National's staff orientation at National’s offices in Washington D.C.
ACEC Georgia delegation at the Fall ACEC National Conference in New Orleans. Michael Sullivan (ACEC Georgia), Rachael Sadler (ACEC Georgia), Darren Ross (Alera Group), Drew Pitman (CHA), Tommy Crochet (VHB), Jay Wolverton (CHA), Thomas Pace (Thomas & Hutton), Slade Sellers (Alera Group), Rick Toole (Benesch), Holly Painter (KCI Technologies), Rob Jacquette (Keck & Wood), Kenneth Fluker (CERM), Marcus Sack (M.E. Sack Engineering).
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MILLION lights displayed at the Garden Lights, Holiday Nights event at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
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PERFORMERS PARTICIPATING in the annual Christmas Parade in Savannah, showcasing local bands, dance groups, and festive floats.
ICE-SKATING RINKS open in Atlanta during December, including the Rink at Park Tavern, Skate the Station at Atlantic Station, and the Avalon on Ice in Alpharetta.
MILES covered by the Fantasy in Lights scenic drive at Callaway Gardens, featuring elaborate holiday displays.
DAYS THE HOLLY JOLLY Jekyll Light Tours operate on Jekyll Island, offering guided tram rides through the island's holiday light displays.
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CARAVIELLO
M. Blank Hospital, Atlanta’s new healthcare showpiece
Inside the development of Arthur
FROM CARDBOARD TO CUTTING-EDGE
IIt’s one of the most technologically advanced healthcare facilities in the world: a 19-story hospital featuring state-of-the-art operating rooms, special care areas for infectious disease patients, a 30-foot-wide digital wall in the lobby and even a fleet of 90 robos with their own dedicated elevators. But Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Children’s) new Arthur M. Blank Hospital began life very differently—as a series of conversations with families and patients. N
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Early in the facility’s design process—almost seven years ago, Chris Chelette, senior vice president of facilities services at Children’s, said—Children’s asked patients and families what they would want in a new hospital. Answers included outdoor spaces for playing, patient rooms large enough to accommodate parents, places for parents to work and do laundry. Those ideas and many more were incorporated into the immense amount of engineering that went into designing and building Arthur M. Blank Hospital, a two-million-square-foot facility a decade in the making that welcomed its first patients Sept. 29.
“It is a fairly sophisticated building, even down to the big interactive wall in the main lobby that engages kids as they jump and create their own little caricatures. There are things like that all throughout the building,” said Douglas Lacy, senior vice president at the engineering services firm WSP, which was involved in the hospital’s master planning and design. “So I do think it is certainly at the high end of technology for any of the buildings we’ve designed, especially for healthcare.”
Lacy would know, given that he’s been involved with previous pediatric projects not just in Atlanta, but also in Dallas, Iowa, Ohio and Kuwait. The new Arthur M. Blank Hospital—named for the Atlanta philanthropist, whose foundation donated $200 million to the project—has multiple screens in each room, including a second television for parents. There are built-in, pan-tilt-zoom cameras— which automatically face away from patients when not in use—to provide remote interpretive services and future use cases such as remote clinical services. Each room also includes a digital whiteboard that shows patients’ daily schedules and care team members.
And that’s all on top of medical advances like the Marcus Center for Cellular Therapy, an in-house lab that manufactures cells for use in cutting-edge treatments and therapies. The hospital has 69 emergency exam rooms and 446 patient beds. Arthur M. Blank Hospital is also the only dedicated Level 1 pediatric trauma care center in Georgia.
“At Arthur M. Blank Hospital, we worked to incorporate technologies that would maximize impact,” said Chris Chelette, senior vice president of facilities services at Children’s, who holds engineering degrees from the University of Tennessee and Georgia Tech.
For instance: the new hospital uses real-time location systems (RTLS) to streamline workflows and enhance safety, which improves the patient experience by reducing clinical response times. The screens within the patient room integrate with that system so that when a clinician enters, they’re identified by a pop-up message appearing on the screens. “Staff members can review which clinicians have been with patients,” Chelette said, “which helps us improve staff coordination and patient care.” N
IT IS A FAIRLY SOPHISTICATED BUILDING, EVEN DOWN TO THE BIG INTERACTIVE WALL IN THE MAIN LOBBY THAT ENGAGES KIDS AS THEY JUMP AND CREATE THEIR OWN LITTLE CARICATURES. THERE ARE THINGS LIKE THAT ALL THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING.
Photo: Jeremiah Hull
TO ENSURE THAT OUR STAFF WOULD BE BEST POSITIONED TO DELIVER LIFESAVING CARE FOR OUR PATIENTS, WE KNEW WE NEEDED TO STRESS TEST OUR 2-D PLANS THROUGH REAL-WORLD SIMULATIONS.
WELCOME TO CARDBOARD CITY
The first patient transferred to Arthur M. Blank Hospital was 8-year-old Brithany Morales. She was one of 202 patients moved from Egleston Hospital and the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Scottish Rite Hospital to the new North Druid Hills facility on Sept. 29, a 10-hour process that involved 65 ambulances, coordination with more than 15 state and local agencies, and the help of over 1,000 support staff volunteers.
But well before the new hospital could begin accepting patients, it was “Cardboard City”—10,000 square feet of cardboard panels, taped together and moved around to determine the ideal layouts for workflow and patient care. “When we were designing Arthur M. Blank Hospital, we tried to think through every part of a patient’s journey from the moment they arrive at the hospital,” Chelette said. “To ensure that our staff would be best positioned to deliver lifesaving care for our patients, we knew we needed to stress test our 2-D plans through real-world simulations.” N
ARTHUR M. BLANK HOSPITAL,
OF
CONSTRUCTION
WHOSE SIZE AND SCOPE RIVAL THOSE OF A PROFESSIONAL SPORTS STADIUM, WAS A MASSIVE UNDERTAKING THAT REQUIRED WELL OVER ONE THOUSAND WORKERS ON SITE AT A TIME.
The Cardboard City exercise was critical, Lacy said. It allowed engineers to assemble a space, watch actual healthcare professionals move through it, and then modify it to improve efficiency and fine-tune those spaces to best fit the needs of their occupants.
“A lot of it is moving big cardboard walls, but eventually you get into asking questions of, ‘OK, so tell me why you're doing that?’ And that informs where things need to be placed in the room as well—where different pieces of technology or utilities need to be,” said Lacy, who is based in metro Kansas City. “As it progressed, eventually it got to the point of, ‘OK, this is where we want computers on the wall, and this is where we want the gasses and things like that.’ And we were doing that in a paper mock-up state before anyone drew it.”
The Cardboard City project involved repurposing an empty 114,000-square-foot warehouse, Chelette said, and building full-scale mockups of various floors, rooms, and stations entirely out of cardboard. From there, more than 400 frontline staff, clinical leaders and patient families were brought in to test detailed scenarios throughout the cardboard hospital.
“We checked and rechecked everything, from the distance between operating rooms and the Emergency Department to the materials in patient room cabinets,” he said. “The result is Arthur M. Blank Hospital—a facility that has been optimally designed to meet our patients’ needs.”
There was one more step after Cardboard City: Mission Center. Or actually, a former small warehouse location on the new hospital site where contractors and engineers built detailed, full-scale mock-ups of actual rooms—like patient rooms, emergency department rooms, and operating rooms. The walls of the mock-ups quickly became covered in sticky notes—some bearing comments that required a change to the full-scale model, others with smaller tweaks that could be addressed in the drawings.
The idea was, “let’s look at one of them before we build 19, 200 or 400 of them,” Lacy said. “You try to get all the kinks worked out, basically like a prototyping phase. If there was one small thing that would be better if we changed it, it would be better to figure that out before we released thousands of workers onto the construction site and repeated that one thing 1,000 times.”
POWER OF PREFABRICATION
Construction of Arthur M. Blank Hospital, whose size and scope rival those of a professional sports stadium, was a massive undertaking that required well over one thousand workers on site at a time. To facilitate the process, general contractor Brasfield and Gorrie relied heavily on prefabrication—meaning that components like bathroom pods, exterior curtain walls and overhead MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) utility racks were assembled by skilled workers off-site, then delivered to the North Druid Hills job location. N
THE 90 ROBOS TRAVERSING THE HALLWAYS OF THE NEW ARTHUR M. BLANK HOSPITAL ARE DESIGNED TO MAKE LIFE EASIER FOR THEIR HUMAN COLLEAGUES AND ENSURE HEALTHCARE PERSONNEL CAN FOCUS THEIR ATTENTION ON CARING
FOR PATIENTS.
“You are delivering pre-assembled components to the jobsite and hoisting them into place,” said Darrin Roby, project director at Brasfield and Gorrie. “Once they are attached to the building structure, what would have required weeks’ worth of effort sequenced across several different trade partners is essentially complete.”
Prefabrication helped limit the number of personnel on the job site, and allowed workers to assemble items like MEP racks off-site in a place where they didn’t even need to wear a hard hat. The new hospital’s countless MEP utility racks were outfitted at an Inglett and Stubbs location about 10 miles from the job site, arriving in 20-foot sections. “By moving things into conditioned environments where people are working not on ladders but at bench-top height, and building things inside a controlled condition, we increase the safety for everybody,” Lacy said. “And of course it also speeds it up, so you can have multiple trades working in almost a factory environment, at a warehouse, putting those components together.”
Construction of one pre- and post-operative area, for instance, required the assembly and installation of roughly 90 medical headwalls—walls that combine electrical and medical gas functions, and house their requisite piping. For Arthur M. Blank Hospital, all those headwalls were prefabricated offsite. “You can imagine the manpower of skilled labor that the trades would have to have out here to get all 90 of these done,” David Hajjar, operations manager at Brasfield and Gorrie, said in a video the company produced during the hospital’s construction.
From an engineering perspective, WSP separated the hospital’s main tower into three sections, powered by respective substations on three different floors. The HVAC system is divided up the same way, out of necessity. “You basically break a giant budling building down into three or four smaller buildings, to make it manageable for a lot of different reasons,” Lacy said. “Obviously, we couldn’t have one giant air handler that fed the whole two million square feet, so we have to break it down into components that are shippable and manufacturable.”
HELPFUL ROBOS
Wrapped in colorful cartoon exteriors that show cute dogs or kids riding in red wagons, the 90 robos traversing the hallways of the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital are designed to make life easier for their human colleagues and ensure healthcare personnel can focus their attention on caring for patients.
“While planning for Arthur M. Blank Hospital, we were focused on ensuring our clinical teams could spend as much time as possible with patients,” Chelette said. “Our robos play a huge role in helping us accomplish that goal.”
About one-third of the devices are patient-facing, he added, performing tasks like delivering meals, transporting medications, and picking up labs from patients. The hospital also has a fleet of back-of-house robos which operate behind the scenes, hauling heavy linens and trash through the hospital’s back halls. There are even twelve elevators in the hospital dedicated for robo use. The robos are one of many ways in which Arthur M. Blank Hospital stands out.
“We also wanted to make the space as welcoming as possible for children of all ages,” Chelette said. “Elements like wall murals and digital installations throughout the hospital bring a sense of playfulness to the space, helping engage patients and families from the moment they walk through our doors.” N
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Designing a children’s hospital is unique, Lacy added, because architects and engineers have more than patients to consider—there have to be places for siblings to play, areas for parents to work or rest, accommodations for visiting aunts, uncles, and grandparents. Those needs are evident within Arthur M. Blank Hospital, where bright colors, open spaces and numerous play areas foster a welcoming and healing environment.
“We still want kids to be kids, so you have to be able to design a patient room, but also a playroom. You have to be able to design an operating room, but also a family care center that has some place for mom or dad to do a little bit of work, to keep paying the bills, maybe to do a little bit of laundry,” Lacy said. “There are lots of amenity spaces in a children's hospital that you wouldn't necessarily find in your adult care facilities. And so it's always top of mind who this building is for.”
Cardboard models, full-scale mock-ups, prefabricated parts and pieces—they all combined to create the state-of-the-art facility now standing off North Druid Hills Road. It’s a hospital unlike any Atlanta has seen before, one that promises to provide transformative care to children for generations to come.
“It’s been amazing to see the new hospital come to life since the end of September,” Chelette said. “After a decade of planning, there was obviously a huge amount of excitement and anticipation leading up to Move Day on Sept. 29, both from our patients and staff and the larger Georgia community. Now that we’re officially open, we’re able to focus on what we do best: delivering exceptional care to kids and families.” A
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A Year of Engineering Impact Across Georgia
ENGINEERING GEORGIA STAFF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: RIVER CLEANUPS AND GREEN INITIATIVES
The rolling rivers, dense forests, and open skies of Georgia are more than a backdrop—they are a shared resource that many engineering firms have pledged to protect. Through innovative partnerships, hands-on efforts, and strategic initiatives, these firms are leading the charge in environmental stewardship.
In March 2024, PES Structural Engineers joined hundreds of volunteers for the annual "Sweep the Hooch" event, removing 32.5 tons of debris—including 2.25 tons of recyclables—from the banks of the Chattahoochee River. This impactful effort protected wildlife, improved water quality, and revitalized public spaces enjoyed by residents year-round. But their commitment to sustainability didn’t stop at the riverbanks. Later in the year, PES partnered with the Lifecycle Building Center (LBC) in Atlanta, helping to salvage and redistribute building materials for reuse, reducing waste while supporting affordable construction projects. “Through our volunteer work, we strive to make a meaningful impact by giving back, supporting local families, and protecting our environment. It’s an integral part of who we are as a firm,” said Michael Planer, PE, SE, President.
Jacobs also played a significant role in environmental cleanup efforts, contributing to "Rivers Alive," Georgia’s annual waterway cleanup event. Jacobs staff joined 180 volunteers in removing 2.1 tons of trash and 136 tires from rivers and creeks around Athens. Additionally, their team helped clear invasive ivy from Peachtree Hills Park in Atlanta during the MLK Day of Service, an effort that preserved native plant life and protected trees from further
HDR took their environmental stewardship further, partnering with Trees Atlanta to restore the Urban Food Forest at Browns Mill. With $32,827 in grant funding from the HDR Foundation, the firm supported the planting and mulching of native trees to reinvigorate this vital green space. HDR also teamed up with the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance, awarding $10,000 to fund educational kiosks, rainwater systems, and native plantings aimed at enhancing environmental justice and stewardship in local communities.
Together, these firms demonstrate how engineers can step beyond the drawing board to act as caretakers of the natural world. Their contributions highlight the value of combining technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability, ensuring that Georgia’s landscapes remain vibrant and resilient for generations to come. N
FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITY: FROM FOOD BANKS TO HOSPITAL SUPPORT
Food insecurity is a persistent challenge, but engineering firms across Georgia are tackling the issue with resourcefulness, compassion, and a commitment to community well-being. By leveraging their organizational strengths and collective effort, these companies are providing tangible relief to families in need.
At the Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB), firms such as Stantec, Practical Design Partners (PDP), and Edwards-Pitman Environmental worked tirelessly to sort, pack, and distribute thousands of meals. Stantec’s volunteers sorted over 22,360 pounds of food during their annual "Stantec in the Community Volunteer Week," creating 18,633 meals for families across the Atlanta region. PDP contributed to this effort by unpacking, organizing, and repacking food items, directly aiding in the creation of more than 8,300 meals for those most in need.
Jacobs added their support by helping pack over 11,000 pounds of food for local families. Their efforts underscored a company-wide ethos of community engagement, with Ellen Patterson, Executive Director of Operations for the Southeast U.S., noting, “Volunteering and community service is as much a part of our corporate culture as inclusion and diversity.” N
“This small but meaningful contribution aimed to ease their burden,” said Mary Jo Butcher from PES, reflecting the firm’s dedication to supporting vulnerable communities.
These efforts highlight a core principle shared by Georgia’s engineering firms: the belief that addressing basic human needs, like access to nutritious food, is foundational to building stronger communities. Whether working locally or globally, these firms are proving that their impact goes far beyond infrastructure, delivering hope and sustenance
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STEM EDUCATION: HANDS-ON LEARNING FOR FUTURE ENGINEERSE
Engineers are not only solving today’s problems but also shaping tomorrow by inspiring and mentoring the next generation of innovators. Across Georgia, engineering firms are making education a priority, introducing young minds to the boundless opportunities of STEM fields and empowering future leaders.
Practical Design Partners (PDP) brought STEM to life through their hands-on activity at ACEC Georgia’s "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day." Guiding students in creating their own colorful concrete mixes, PDP demonstrated the science behind construction materials while igniting creativity and curiosity. This interactive experience left students with more than a keepsake—it gave them a tangible connection to engineering’s real-world impact.
Jacobs also made STEM education a priority, engaging with students during ACEC Georgia’s event by coaching young girls through the design of roadway intersections. Earlier in the year, their staff inspired K-12 students at the Sandy Springs Education Force’s STEAM Showcase, teaching transportation engineering concepts such as highway interchange design and emerging technologies.
Platinum Geomatics introduced students to the cutting-edge world of drones and geospatial surveying. At a local career day, team member Evan Drake shared his expertise with over a dozen elementary school classes, bringing the excitement of surveying and mapping into the classroom. Additionally, the company’s co-founder, Byron Freeman, worked with local Scouts to help them earn their historic Surveying Merit Badge, blending engineering education with tradition.
Congresswoman Nikema Williams perfectly captured the essence of these initiatives during HDR’s "All Kids Bike" program, which provided bicycles to local schools as part of their physical education curriculum. “It’s not even about the bikes,” she said. “It shows students that people care about them. That they are important and that we see them.”
These firms are proving that education is a powerful catalyst for change, equipping young people with knowledge, skills, and confidence while fostering a passion for problem-solving. By mentoring the next generation of engineers, Georgia’s A/E/C industry is ensuring that the future will be shaped by capable, inspired leaders ready to build a better world. N
Aulick Engineering has embraced this call to action through their "Aulick Cares" program, which launched a transformative project in Camotán, Guatemala. This region faces dire challenges, including water scarcity, malnutrition, deforestation, and inadequate shelter. In October, Aulick sponsored a team of engineers to travel to Camotán, where they installed 50 rainwater harvesting and filtration systems, seven eco-efficient cooking stoves, and roofed structures for two families. Their efforts provided immediate relief while laying the foundation for long-term resilience.
In addition to infrastructure improvements, Aulick’s team distributed 80 "Embrace Food" bags to families with malnourished children and delivered food and school supplies to two local schools. These efforts were further enriched by donations of sports equipment and craft supplies, creating moments of joy and connection for children. Reflecting on the project, Nancy Sheldon, Founder and Director of Servant Ministries, said, “Aulick Engineering’s dedication to long-term solutions is invaluable. They’ve left a lasting impact.”
CDM Smith has also made a profound global impact through its long-standing partnership with Water For People (WFP). Over the past five years, their Tifton office alone has donated over $26,000 through payroll contributions, achieving 100% employee participation. Beyond financial support, CDM Smith’s employees actively engage in fundraising events such as 5K runs, bake sales, and game nights. These efforts directly support WFP’s mission to provide clean water and sanitation to communities worldwide. N
Wade emphasized, “We pride ourselves on being more than just consultants. This is why we believe in community before company.”
These acts of compassion and service highlight how Georgia’s engineering firms are using their resources and expertise to restore dignity, preserve history, and provide hope. By addressing the needs of their communities with care and intention, these firms remind us that engineering is not just about building structures—it’s about building stronger, more connected communities.
BEYOND INFRASTRUCTURE: ENGINEERING'S COMMUNITY LEGACY
Volunteerism across Georgia's engineering firms reflects a universal truth: the work of engineers doesn't end when the project is complete. As Michael Planer of PES Structural Engineers notes, "We're not just designing buildings—we're building stronger, more resilient communities. Volunteer work is an integral part of who we are."
These efforts remind us that engineering is about more than solving problems—it's about seeing people and building hope, dignity, and connection in our communities. A
FROM BLUEPRINTS TO HOPE
The Role of Engineering in Fighting Hunger
IIn 2024, Georgia’s food banks stood at a crossroads. The state’s food insecurity rates, compounded by economic pressures and the unpredictable chaos of natural disasters, demanded swift and innovative responses. These organizations took up the challenge with ambitious expansion projects, reshaping not just their physical spaces but also the lives of the communities they serve.
Expanding a food bank is not merely a construction project. Each facility represents a complex intersection of form and function, requiring advanced refrigeration systems, efficient loading bay designs, and layouts that improve workflow. Behind every new facility stood teams of engineers and builders whose designs balanced precision with compassion. They crafted spaces that do more than store food—they optimized logistics, preserved precious resources, and fostered a sense of hope. Engineers must think creatively to accommodate current needs while anticipating future demands. In Georgia, 2024 was a year of engineering ingenuity and community resilience—a recalibration of how food security is delivered across the state. N
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Food insecurity remains a pressing challenge across the United States, affecting over 34 million people in 2022. In Georgia, the problem is magnified by urban demand, rural food deserts, and the state’s vulnerability to hurricanes and other natural disasters. Infrastructure solutions must address both immediate needs and long-term challenges, requiring innovative design and community partnerships.
Georgia’s food banks responded with four major expansions in 2024, recalibrating food security systems to serve growing populations. Engineers tackled logistical and operational hurdles, implementing energy-efficient cold storage, disaster-resilient designs, and streamlined distribution systems. These projects not only increased capacity but also demonstrated the power of engineering to drive meaningful change.
THE PROJECTS THAT BUILT CAPACITY—AND HOPE
GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FOOD BANK: EXPANDING CAPACITY TO SERVE NORTH GEORGIA
On February 23, 2024, the Georgia Mountain Food Bank (GMFB) unveiled its $4.6 million expansion of the Boomershine Family Logistics Center. Rising food insecurity across the region—a 30% increase in demand— drove the need for these upgrades. The expanded facility now positions GMFB to serve families across five counties more effectively.
“This marks a new era at Georgia Mountain Food Bank,” said Executive Director Rebecca Thurman. “We’ve grown both in physical infrastructure and community impact. Today, we renew our commitment to supporting those in need.”
The project added 12,500 square feet of warehouse space, a two-story shipping and receiving pod with 12 new offices, and a 91% increase in cold storage capacity. Engineers designed racking systems to accommodate up to 36 tractor-trailer loads of food, ensuring efficient storage and distribution. The remodeled building also includes four new office spaces, a larger volunteer area, and 53 additional parking spaces to support GMFB’s growing network of volunteers.
Funded by $2.3 million from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, sub-granted through Hall County, with additional contributions from private donors, the expansion reflects the power of community partnerships. Last year, GMFB distributed over one million meals, and Thurman shared that the food bank is on track to exceed that number by 32% this year.
“This project represents not just growth in infrastructure but growth in hope, vitality, and our ability to serve,” Thurman concluded.
MIDDLE GEORGIA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK: EXPANDING TO MEET THE NEED
On August 8, 2024, the Middle Georgia Community Food Bank (MGCFB) unveiled its expanded and renovated facility in Macon. Funded by $2.3 million from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and a $993,814 match from Macon-Bibb County's American Rescue Plan funds, the project represents a significant step in addressing hunger across 24 counties, where over 106,000 people experience food insecurity.
The expansion added new administrative space and renovated existing areas, creating dedicated rooms for volunteers, meetings, and training. The volunteer packing room, now three times larger, accommodates more helpers and improves efficiency. During the ribbon-cutting, volunteers packed 250 food boxes, equal to 4,018 meals, showcasing the facility's enhanced capacity.
"These upgrades will make operations more efficient, allow more volunteers to be involved, and ensure we can continue to feed more people," said Kathy McCollum, President & CEO of MGCFB.
Engineers improved the facility's logistics by designing new dock plates that allow three trucks to load and unload simultaneously, streamlining distribution to over 200 partner agencies. Accessibility upgrades ensure the facility welcomes individuals of all abilities.
Mayor Lester Miller highlighted the collaborative effort: "It takes a team of dedicated people and organizations to make sure no one goes hungry. This is what a team effort looks like when it comes together around a noble cause."
SECOND HARVEST OF COASTAL GEORGIA: BUILDING FOR GROWTH AND RESILIENCE
In April 2024, Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia opened its new 149,000-square-foot facility on Chatham Parkway in Savannah. The facility features a 54,000-square-foot warehouse—ten times larger than before—and is equipped to prepare over 10,000 meals daily.
"We built this facility knowing that we want to grow into it," said Executive Director Mary Jane Crouch. "This kitchen will provide the room and space to prepare over 10,000 meals every day."
The project was funded in part by $3.4 million from the Department of Community Affairs (DCA), awarded through a grant to Glynn County. "The department has allocated nearly $65 million to food banks in Georgia," said DCA Deputy Commissioner Rusty Haygood. "It's hard to quantify the significant positive effects such investments will bring statewide."
Engineers transformed the former Scojet facility into a fully operational warehouse in nine months. The building now includes six loading docks, a volunteer area, offices, and a training room, enhancing Second Harvest's capacity to serve 21 counties. The expanded freezer is nearly the size of the previous entire building, enabling better storage of perishable goods.
"The freezer is transformative—it means we can store significantly more food and serve our communities more efficiently," said Jennifer Floyd, manager of the Southeast branch.
Second Harvest partners with 237 agencies, including churches, schools, and charities. The facility's kitchen and volunteer areas support innovative programs like meal preparation and food education, better equipping Second Harvest to handle the region's vulnerability to natural disasters.
"This warehouse stands as a testament to collaborative efforts," Crouch said. "Together, we are creating a brighter future for Georgia."
FOOD BANK OF NORTHEAST GEORGIA: A VISION FOR THE FUTURE
In June 2024, the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia (FBNEGA) celebrated the opening of its new 63,000-square-foot distribution center in Athens. Funded by an $8.9 million HUD grant and managed by Skanska Integrated Solutions, the facility addresses food insecurity across a 15-county area.
"We are thrilled to have completed this important facility," said Curtis Elswick, Senior Vice President at Skanska. "We utilized our full range of management and consultant services to ensure the successful expansion of this vital facility." N
IT WAS OUR PRIVILEGE TO WORK ON THIS PROJECT, WHICH WILL FACILITATE THE FOOD BANK'S ABILITY TO MOBILIZE UP TO 74% MORE FOOD.
The new center features over 30,000 square feet of dry food storage and 10,000 square feet for fresh and frozen food. Expanded spaces now accommodate up to 75 volunteers at a time, enhancing community involvement.
"It was our privilege to work on this project, which will facilitate the Food Bank's ability to mobilize up to 74% more food," said Erin Barger, President & CEO of FBNEGA. "We are grateful for the team's tenacity and creativity during every stage."
Engineers incorporated sustainable energy solutions like solar panels and advanced HVAC systems for precise temperature control. Waste management systems, including recycling and composting, highlight the food bank's commitment to environmental stewardship.
FBNEGA partners with over 225 nonprofit organizations, including soup kitchens and food pantries. In 2023, the food bank provided the equivalent of 9.8 million meals, with the new facility poised to increase that capacity significantly.
"This project is about more than infrastructure—it's about building hope," Barger said. "Through innovation and partnerships, we're taking steps toward ending hunger for good."
ENGINEERING THE FUTURE OF FOOD SECURITY
The technical demands of these expansions highlight the often-overlooked complexity of food bank infrastructure. Engineers utilized advanced tools like CAD modeling to design layouts that maximize efficiency while minimizing costs. For cold storage, cutting-edge climate control systems were integrated to preserve perishable items and extend the shelf life of fresh produce. Loading dock technology was upgraded, incorporating automated systems to streamline the process of receiving and dispatching food. N
Sustainability was a key consideration. Facilities like the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia incorporated solar panels and energy-efficient HVAC systems to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Waste management systems, including recycling and composting, further enhanced the sustainability of these facilities. Disaster resilience was also prioritized, with Second Harvest’s facility including flood-resistant materials and reinforced structures to ensure operations can continue even in extreme weather.
In many cases, engineers worked around active food bank operations, ensuring services were uninterrupted during construction. This required careful planning, precision, and close collaboration between design teams and food bank administrators. These technical solutions not only addressed current needs but also future-proofed facilities to handle increasing demand.
TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES, ONE MEAL AT A TIME
In Gainesville, Georgia Mountain Food Bank’s expanded cold storage ensures fewer families are turned away due to limited supplies of fresh food. In Athens, the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia’s upgraded facility allows for larger donation drives, keeping shelves stocked during high-demand seasons. In Savannah, Second Harvest’s new facility supports innovative meal programs and disaster preparedness, ensuring food is available when communities need it most. These projects ripple outward, creating stronger, healthier communities.
LESSONS FOR THE ROAD AHEAD
THE SUCCESS OF THESE EXPANSIONS IS MEASURED NOT JUST IN SQUARE FOOTAGE BUT IN LIVES CHANGED. FAMILIES ACROSS GEORGIA NOW HAVE GREATER ACCESS TO FRESH, NUTRITIOUS FOOD.
The success of these expansions is measured not just in square footage but in lives changed. Families across Georgia now have greater access to fresh, nutritious food. Volunteers and staff, once constrained by limited space and resources, now work in safer, more functional environments that foster efficiency and collaboration.
Georgia’s 2024 food bank expansions demonstrate the transformative power of public-private partnerships and forwardthinking engineering. By combining funding from government agencies, local donors, and private organizations with cutting-edge design and technology, these projects set a standard for addressing food insecurity at scale.
Sustainable and disaster-resilient facilities ensure that food banks can continue to serve communities in the face of growing demand and environmental challenges. As food insecurity remains a pressing issue, these expansions remind us that the solution requires more than innovation—it requires heart.
Georgia’s food banks now stand as models of resilience and community service, proving that engineering is not just about building structures but about building hope for a better future. A
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GEORGIA PELS BOARD: YEAR IN REVIEW
The Georgia PELS Board has had a productive and transformative year. We remain committed to fulfilling our mission and advancing as an autonomous state agency following the passage of HB 476. Here's a look at some key accomplishments and updates from the past year.
EXPANDED TEAM AND TRAINING
In December 2023, the PELS staff included an Executive Director and a part-time Licensing Analyst. Since then, the team has grown significantly. New roles added include:
• Deputy Director
• Board Support Specialist
• Three Licensing Analysts
• Inspector
We also have one Inspector position open and plan to fill it soon. Before the fiscal year ends in June, we aim to add an Administrative Assistant and create a Licensing Supervisor position.
Every staff member undergoes comprehensive training, covering applications, complaints, renewals, and public inquiries. This ensures all employees can effectively cover other roles when necessary, enhancing overall responsiveness and efficiency.
NEW PHONE SYSTEM
In late July, we introduced a new phone system to improve accessibility and flexibility. Each employee now has an iPhone, allowing them to work seamlessly from home or the office. Calls follow a rollover system, starting with the Board Support Specialist and moving through the analysts if needed. The Executive Director is the final point of contact, though calls rarely reach that far due to the system's efficiency.
OFFICE SPACE AND FACILITIES
After securing office space at 229 Peachtree St, International Tower, Atlanta, the board began preparations for the move. Key milestones include:
• Construction: Contractors completed power and data wiring for the offices.
• Furniture Installation: Seven offices and cubicles for six employees were set up.
• Board Meeting Space: A meeting table and virtual meeting technology were installed.
The move is on track to be completed by year-end, providing a functional and modern workspace.
UPDATED COMMUNICATION CHANNELS
The board transitioned to a new domain, pels.ga.gov, simplifying email communications. While staff email addresses now end with @pels.ga.gov, functionality remains unchanged. Additionally, new public-facing emails were created for specific inquiries:
• General or application questions: info@pels.ga.gov
• Renewal inquiries: renewals@pels.ga.gov
STREAMLINED LICENSE RENEWAL PROCESS
The board tested the new renewal system extensively before opening it to all licensees. Key steps included:
1. Testing Phase:
• Initial tests in August involved blocks of 10 licensees, starting with GSPE members and later including board members.
• Over 100 renewals were tested to ensure system reliability.
2. Gradual Rollout:
• Renewals began with recently licensed individuals who required no continuing education credits, ensuring a smooth process.
3. Full Launch:
• On November 8, renewals were opened to all eligible licensees.
• The first round of reminders went out on November 15.
As of November 18, 1,175 licensees have successfully renewed their Professional Engineer (PE), Structural Engineer (SE), or Land Surveyor (LS) licenses.
This year has been a pivotal one for the Georgia PELS Board. We look forward to building on this progress and continuing to serve Georgia's licensed professionals efficiently and effectively.
The Board will hold its final meeting of the year on December 12. The public is encouraged to attend or join via Teams Meeting.
2025 ACEC GEORGIA EVENTS
June 5-7, 2025
STEEL SPONSOR – $1000
-Company spotlight at a monthly meeting (5 min), -Company Logo on ASCE Website, -Monthly Meeting PowerPoint slide each month, and -Space for a Company Display each month.
CONCRETE SPONSOR – $500 -Company Logo on ASCE Website, -Monthly Meeting PowerPoint slide each month, and -Space for a Company Display each month.
WOOD SPONSOR – $250 -Company Logo on ASCE Website, -Monthly Meeting PowerPoint slide each month or space for a Company Display each month.
SARAH BLACKBURN, PE
Gresham, Smith and Partners
ASHE Georgia President www.georgia.ashe.pro
RECAP OF NOVEMBER LUNCHEON
The November luncheon was held at Maggiano’s in Buckhead on November 15th. Our speaker was Roque Romero, Public Works, Cluster Leader at Henry County Public Works who spoke about the county’s SPLOST plan. It was a great presentation accompanied by a chance to network and awesome food. Thank you to all who came out!
RECAP OF ASHE GEORGIA YOUNG PROFESSIONALS SOCIAL
In October, ASHE Georgia Young Members hit some clean drives at Top Golf Midtown. The swings were smooth, and it was a blast for all who participated. Thank you to all our sponsors and everyone who attended the ASHE Georgia Young Member inaugural event!
RECAP OF ASHE SOUTHEAST REGION CONFERENCE
In October, ASHE Georgia members participated in the KP Run/Walk/Roll 5k. It was great exercise and a blast for all who participated. Thank you to all our corporate sponsors!
UPCOMING EVENTS
SAMUEL HARRIS, PE
GAITE President
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15TH ANNUAL WINTER WORKSHOP (2025): CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
The 15th Annual GAITE/ASHE Winter Workshop is around the corner, coming this March 2025! It’s a 1 ½ day event packed with technical sessions, group projects, networking opportunities, and a fun social.
We’re building a great event and need volunteers to help make it happen. If you want to get involved, please use the survey link to fill out the interest form: 2025 Georgia ITE/ASHE Winter Workshop Volunteer Form on the GAITE website.
For any questions, reach out to the conference co-chairs from ITE: Rahul Pasawala (Rahul.Pasawala@jacobs.com) or Elizabeth Shin (eshin@tooledesign.com) and Tabatha Carlton from ASHE (Tabatha.Carlton@loweengineers.com)
GAITE TECHNICAL TOUR TO THE NETHERLANDS
GAITE is considering a technical tour in the Netherlands, supported by the Dutch Consulate in Atlanta and the Dutch Cycling Embassy. The program will explore urban and suburban multimodal solutions, network planning, and the integration of bikes and pedestrians into the transportation system.
The idea for this trip was sparked by Jaap’s presentation on the Dutch approach to bicycle networks, which generated significant interest. Renewed enthusiasm during the GAITE Summer Seminar indicated that members wanted us to explore this more.
Key details:
• Open to members (non-members and family can join the trip but won't attend technical events).
• Estimated cost: $4,000–$5,000 per person.
• Focus on learning practical lessons from Dutch infrastructure, with opportunities to meet with local experts.
• The trip will be car-free, using only public transit, bikes, and walking.
• Proposed itinerary includes visits to cities like Utrecht, Amsterdam, and Houten, covering topics like bike facilities, traffic operations, and multi-modal transport systems.
• Planned for one week in late May 2025 (Saturday to Saturday).
• Group size: 10-20 participants.
Please let us know if you'd be interested in joining this unique opportunity by filling out the survey on the GAITE website.
ANDREW FARMER, PE
Gresham Smith
GEF Secretary
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GEF SCHOLARSHIP SEASON IS UPON US!
GEF dates back to 1971, when the presidents of 15 Georgia Engineering societies met to discuss forming a non-profit, tax exempt organization to improve engineering education and the image of the engineer in Georgia.
For the last 50 plus years, the Georgia Engineering Foundation has sponsored a program that awards college scholarships to worthy Georgia students who are preparing for a career in engineering or engineering technology. Our scholarship applications for FY 2025 closed in September 2023 with over 450 applicants.
The GEF Board and volunteers then reviewed the list of applicants and will approve around 120 students for final interviews based on academic achievements, participation in the industry through student organizations, internships and co-ops, and financial need. We are currently selecting the best candidates to award 50 scholarships to deserving engineering students for 2025.
These students represent six universities and 18 engineering majors/disciplines:
Georgia Institute of Technology
Georgia Southern University
Kennesaw State University
Mercer University
Savannah State University University of Georgia
Scholarship winners will be presented their awards in person at their schools in Spring of 2025.
GEF is currently looking for volunteers and donors to help carry out our mission. Volunteering provides a great opportunity to give back to the future generation of engineering in Georgia and to stay involved with your Georgia based alma maters. Get involved today!
The Georgia Engineering Foundation is a 100% volunteer 501(3)c organization made up of a wide range of organizations and societies that have joined together to implement a common scholarship program and promote STEM for the benefit of students from Georgia.
J.P. HALLIWELL, P.E.
GSPE President www.gspe.org
MEET THE 2025 BOARD
The Georgia Society of Professional Engineers (GSPE) proudly announces its 2025 Board of Officers, a team of experienced professionals dedicated to advancing engineering excellence and supporting Georgia’s Professional Engineers. Each board member brings a wealth of expertise, passion, and commitment to leadership.
Incoming President Austin Duehr, PE is a Federal Project Manager for Pond & Company. He brings experience from his previous board role with the Texas Society of Professional Engineers and national committee service with NSPE. Enthusiastic about mentorship, Austin aims to strengthen GSPE’s role as the voice of engineering in Georgia.
Kaleb Posey, PE is GSPE’s 2025 PresidentElect. Licensed in multiple states, Kaleb utilizes his engineering expertise in his current role as Sr. Electrical Engineer at Schneider Electric. Kaleb is dedicated to engaging college students in licensure and GSPE involvement. He also serves as a Chapter Coordinator and Board Member for the Georgia MathCounts Foundation.
James (Jim) McGarrah, PE, a retired Rear Admiral with over 50 years of leadership experience, returns as Board Secretary. His precision and dedication ensure GSPE’s operations and communications are effective and organized.
Roger Grabman, PE, owner of Grab Innovations and Services, Inc., brings extensive expertise in manufacturing and equipment design. He also serves as GSPE’s volunteer lobbyist and a Metro Atlanta Chapter board member.
Remaining on the board after his successful term as President is JP Halliwell, PE, a Senior Research Engineer at GTRI. During his tenure, JP has been instrumental in positive changes to the Engineer of the Year Awards, Student Chapters, and external partnerships. As Immediate Past President, JP will continue offering invaluable guidance and continuity to the board.
Also serving on the GSPE Board of Directors are Graham Sizemore, PE; Stephen Pershke, PE; Steve Strong, PE; and Mitch Paulk, PE. Amanda Hendley will continue in her role as Executive Director.
These 2025 GSPE Board members are poised to tackle the challenges of today while preparing for the opportunities of tomorrow. Together, they exemplify the dedication, professionalism, and leadership that define the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers.
MATT GLASSER, PE
Arcadis
ITS Georgia President president@itsga.org www.itsga.org
ITS GEORGIA ELECTS NEW OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERS
On November 13th, at our annual Best of ITS Georgia Awards Banquet, ITS Georgia announced our incoming directors, who will serve a two-year term, effective January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026. Elected Board Members include:
They join current board members Kate Shearin (KCI), Kaitlyn Stewart (GDOT), Alex Estrada (GDOT), and Derrick Crowder (City of Roswell); and the current officers President Matt Glasser (Arcadis), Vice President Holly Painter (KCI), Secretary Michael Presley (WSP), Treasurer Farrah Glasgow (Utilicom), and Past President Tom Glueckert (Kimley-Horn).
Congratulations to our newly elected board members, all of whom are well qualified to provide leadership as we move the organization forward over the next two years of their term. Thank you to our outgoing directors, Emily Dwyer (Utilicom) and Whitney Nottage (QFree) for the years of valuable service that you have provided this community.
ITS GEORGIA ANNOUNCES 2023 BEST OF ITS GEORGIA AWARDS
Every year, ITS Georgia takes pride in recognizing the outstanding people, projects and organizations that make our state a leader in the development, deployment, and operation of intelligent transportation systems. This year, we are honored to be able to recognize the people and agencies who have contributed so much to our industry these past years. Congratulations to all our winners!
The 2024 Best of ITS Award Winners are:
2024 Innovation: Outside the Construction Box Award - Presented To: Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners – Creation of Ghost Intersections on State Route 141 to test emerging technologies.
2024 Innovation: Best Use of Existing ITS Technologies Award –Presented To: Georgia Department of Transportation and AECOM – Technology: Cartersville Railroad Signal Timing Response and Blank Out Signs to monitor train crossing status and mitigate congestion due to long crossings.
2024 ITS Small Project of Significance Award - Presented To: Georgia Department of Transportation – Wrong Way Driver Alert System at two locations on the reversible express lane system to help drivers self-correct wrong way drivers.
2024 ITS Large Project of Significance Award - Presented To: Georgia Department of Transportation – Statewide Broadband Design Build & Commercialization for delivering broadband across the interstate system in Georgia.
2024 Outstanding Member Agency Contribution Award - Presented To: Gwinnett County Department of Transportation – ITSGA Audio Visual Leadership and Support over the past year including countless hours of support and coordination.
2024 Outstanding Individual Contribution Award - Presented To: Madison Dorminey P.E. of the Georgia Department of Transportation – Contributions including planning and hosting a successful ITS Georgia Annual Meeting and coordinating socials throughout the year.
2024 Outstanding Individual Contribution Award - Presented To: Sharon Young of the Georgia Department of Transportation –Contributions including a career of leadership in traffic operations, incident management, and maintenance support for the GDOT District 3 Operations Center.
2024 Larry R. Dreihaup Award - Presented To: John Hibbard, P.E., of the Georgia Department of Transportation - Contributions: For a career in public and private sector service and leadership; for pioneering the deployment of ITS technologies and integrating them with traffic operations; and for the implementation of programs that have helped establish the State of Georgia as a national ITS leader.
2024 President’s Award - Presented To: Steven Sheffield, P.E., of Seyond - Contributions: For exemplifying the attributes of a dedicated board member, taking on multiple leadership roles, supporting his fellow board members by participating in multiple committees, and contributing to the enhancement of transparent Board of Director responsibilities.
OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD PRESENTED TO SHARON YOUNG
ITS LARGE PROJECT OF SIGNIFICANCE AWARD PRESENTED TO CRISTINA BARRY WITH GDOT
Mary Thumaty (SEI)
Gautam Mistry (Arcadis)
Greg Ramsey (City of Peachtree Corners)
Steven Sheffield (Seyond)
Troy Galloway (360NS)
Kelly Patrick (Arcadis)
CHRIS LYTLE
Uzun & Case Engineers, LLC
SEAOG President www.seaog.org
UPCOMING EVENTS
Volunteer Opportunities
Georgia Tech K-12 Inventure Prize
• Need: Judges for Online Competition
• Date & Time: Asynchronous online judging runs November 25- December 4
• Grades: K- 12
Notes: Judges are needed for the K-12 Inventure Prize “Mock Pitch” review period. Students from schools across Georgia present their ideas for early feedback. The Mock Pitch review process is entirely online and asynchronous. Judges can complete the pitches whenever they have time and have one week to complete their assigned pitches.
Peach County High School (Peach County, Macon Area)
• Need: Volunteer Judges and Officials
• Date & Time: December 7, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Grades: Middle and High School
Notes: Peach County High School (Ft. Valley, GA) will host the upcoming Robot Drone League MINESHAFT Challenge, a premier robotics and drone competition set to take place on December 7, 2024, and they are looking for volunteer judges and officials. Shifts are available and training provided.
River Eves Elementary School (Fulton County)
• Need: Classroom Speakers
• Date & Time: December 13, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (flexible times)
• Grades: K - 5
Notes: River Eves is looking for classroom speakers for grade-specific topics for their STEM Day.
• Kindergarten - Motion
1st grade - Weather
2nd grade - Force
3rd grade - Pollution
4th grade - Force and motion
5th grade - Helpful/harmful microorganism If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact publicity@SEAOG.org
SEAOG AND SE3 IS PLANNING A SPEED MENTORING EVENT!
Speed Mentoring is a dynamic twist on traditional mentoring. Although a short-term program, it's very powerful. Think of it as an espresso shot for professional growth — compact and intense. The event includes three to five, 15-minute sessions where mentees can ask questions. We are seeking volunteers to help plan the event, as well as people to serve as mentor volunteers (engineers with 5 + years of experience are welcome!) If interested, please email se3@seaog.org
For the month of October, Read.Watch. Listen highlighted National Learning and Development by sharing resources that focus on life-long learning and professional development and the importance of these topics on our careers, including 10 key principles and best practices of adult learning theory.
SE3’s (Structural Engineering Engagement and Equity) mission is to raise awareness and promote dialogue on professional practice issues in order to improve engagement and equity in the structural engineering profession. Our goals are wide-ranging and our work is broad in scope to provide opportunities for professional development on diversity & inclusion initiatives. Everyone is encouraged to join our mission! For more information on DEI related topics or to get involved with the GA chapter of SE3, email se3@seaog.org
NCSEA
SEAOG Board Attends NCSEA Summit 2024 Several SEAOG Board members attended the recent NCSEA Summit in Las Vegas. The Summit offered an excellent opportunity to learn and network with other SEA’s from around the country. Additionally, the scheduled Summit sessions offered presentations on some of the latest code research and other topics relevant to the structural engineering profession. More insights from the Summit will be shared at our December 11 meeting.
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SEAOG NEWS
Open Call for an Executive Director SEAOG has begun the search process for an Executive Director. Reach out to president@seaog.org with questions or recommendations for qualified candidates.
Seeking Communications Volunteer
Would you like to collaborate with the SEAOG leadership to help with our communications? This could include website updates, monthly newsletters, e-blasts, social media, etc. The position can be tailored to the individual’s interests or strengths. Please reply to seaofga@gmail.com for more information.
MICHELE REDMOND HOLCOMBE
SMPS President
Michele@foundationtechnologies.com
www.smpsatl.org
Being a marketing professional is one of the most challenging and rewarding career choices in the A/E/C industry. What is your strategy to get ahead? How will you grow your career? What is your path to being recognized as a leader?
If you feel the need to add more tools and knowledge to your arsenal and want to learn firsthand from professionals who have transitioned into leadership roles, consider applying for the SMPS Atlanta Leadership Academy.
This signature program has been created to fill the gap between doing and leading with two-days of hands-on, in-person, education from seasoned professionals. Spread across six critical area of leadership, coupled with insight to future-proof your career, the Academy can help prepare you through the following educational topics:
• Build mutually beneficial connections across marketing and seller-doers
• Build your business vocabulary by understanding financials
• Establish control, and maintain focus for successful meetings
• Grow through the transformative power of mentorship
• Hone important negotiation skills to achieve your goals
• Increase your future potential with the CPSM program
• Manage up and down the company ladder to get results
Having a well-educated, and motivated marketing presence is a tremendous asset to any A/E/C company, which makes attending the Academy an incredible value. If you want to apply but need some “help” getting your company or supervisor to agree, please email to Eric Keens, CPSM at eric.keens@jedunn.com. He will send you facts that can help you make the case for attendance.
Confirmed speakers include:
• Cecilia Arango, CPSM: Principal/Marketing Manager, Thomas & Hutton
• Eric Keens, CPSM: Marketing Manager, JE Dunn Construction
• Erik Grandowski: Principal & Chief Marketing Officer, Keck & Wood
• Frank Lippert, FSMPS, CPSM: Director of Strategy, Delve Underground
• Kevin Hebblethwaite, FSMPS: Director of Business Development, Stambaugh Ness
• Laura McDonald, CPSM: Senior Marketing Business Partner, Terracon
RUKIYA S. THOMAS
WTS Atlanta President Rukiya.Thomas@atkinsrealis.com www.wtsinternational.org/atlanta
WTS ATLANTA 2024 SCHOLARSHIP LUNCHEON
WTS Atlanta celebrated its annual Scholarship Luncheon at the fabulous Georgia Aquarium with Shailen Bhatt of AtkinsRéalis as the keynote. The successful event serves as a fundraiser for college students as well as brings together industry leaders to celebrate the accomplishments of the local Chapter. WTS Atlanta awarded five scholarships to well deserving students in Georgia pursuing a degree in transportation and presented awards to individuals and organizations making an exceptional impact in the industry.
2024 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:
Caroline Muhit, Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship
Claudia Boero, Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship
Natalia Graham, Molitoris Leadership for Undergraduate Scholarship
Jaelyn Chavez, Junior College/Trade School Scholarship
2024 AWARD WINNERS:
Iris Oritz, Member of the Year
Michael Baker International, Employer of the Year
Edwards-Pitman, Diversity Leadership Award
Albert G. Edwards, Man of the Year
Joy Rohadfox, Woman of the Year
Jo Ann Tuttle, Uncovering Our Legacy President’s Award
A LOOK BACK
Christmas in Atlanta
An unidentified child sits in Santa Claus’s lap at a department store photo-op on December 1, 1973.
PHOTO CREDIT: Boyd Lewis Photograph Collection, Atlanta History Center
Thank you to our Title, Presenting, and Platinum Sponsors for driving the success of the 30th Annual Georgia Transportation Summit—your support keeps Georgia moving forward!
