Atlanta, GA – 01/29/2025 – The Georgia Society of Professional Engineers (GSPE) is thrilled to announce the winners of the prestigious 2025 GSPE Engineer of the Year Awards. This annual program celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of Georgia’s engineering professionals. The winning individuals and companies have demonstrated exceptional skill, innovation, and dedication, inspiring future generations of engineers in Georgia.
This year’s winners will be recognized at the 2025 Georgia Engineering Awards Gala, taking place on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the Gas South District in Duluth, Georgia. This event is a celebratory evening for the engineering community, marking an occasion of recognition and celebration.
We are incredibly proud to celebrate this year’s GSPE Engineer of the Year Award recipients,” said Austin Duehr, P.E., Board President of GSPE. “Their achievements exemplify the highest standards of our profession, showcasing innovation, dedication, and leadership. Their commitment to advancing the industry and serving the people of Georgia reflects the core values of GSPE and inspires the next generation of engineers to push boundaries and make a meaningful impact in Georgia and beyond.
The 2025 honorees are:
- Thomas Gambino, PE– Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
- Lawrence Kahn, PhD, PE, F.ASCE– Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
- Julie Secrist, P.E., F.ASCE– Engineer of the Year in Construction
- Eric Marks, Ph.D., P.E. – Engineer of the Year in Education
- Lewis Cooksey, P.E. – Engineer of the Year in Government
- Keith Cole, P.E., CHMM – Engineer of the Year in Private Practice
- William (Billy) Anderson Brundage III, PE, F.ASCE – Engineer of the Year in Industry
- Austin Duehr, PE, ENV SP – Young Engineer of the Year
- Noah Fornuto – Engineering Student of the Year
- Matthew H. Hudson, S.M.ASCE – Engineering Technology Student of the Year
- Earth Retention – Small Engineering Employer of the Year
- Southeast Culvert– Mid-Size Engineering Employer of the Year
- Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.– Large Engineering Employer of the Year
- School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology – Public Sector Employer of the Year
- Samuel Dennard, PE – Engineering Organization Volunteer of the Year
Each of these winners has shown extraordinary dedication to their profession and has made significant impacts not only within the engineering field but also in their communities. Their achievements reflect the high standards of excellence and commitment to the advancement of engineering in Georgia.
The GSPE and the broader engineering community congratulate all the award recipients for their outstanding achievements and contributions. This event not only celebrates their success but also inspires future generations of engineers to strive for excellence and make a positive difference in the world.
About Georgia Society of Professional Engineers
The Georgia Society of Professional Engineers (GSPE) is the state affiliate of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) and the leading organization advancing the engineering profession in Georgia.
GSPE supports licensed professional engineers and aspiring PEs across all disciplines by promoting ethical and competent engineering practice, advocating for licensure, and protecting public health, safety, and welfare.
For more information, visit GSPE.org.