Brandie C. Cookston, PE, PMP, CPESC, CPSWQ, ENV-SP

Brandie is a trans­porta­tion engineer with over two decades of trans­porta­tion and envi­ron­men­tal engineering experience. “I find inspiration in tackling large, complex projects, navigating intricate challenges, and creating innovative solutions that shape the way people move and connect,” she says. “It’s about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in trans­porta­tion engineering. 

As CDM Smith’s trans­porta­tion design practice leader, Brandie brings expertise in envi­ron­men­tal planning and compliance, construc­tion feasibility, client support, and project management. She has an impressive track record when it comes to profes­sional recognition, receiving accolades since the early stages of her career journey. She was honored as Chattanooga’s Young Engineer of the Year 2007, ASCE’s Young Engineer of the year in 2017 and Chattanooga Engineers Club’s Outstanding Engineer of the Year for 2020.

“Collab­o­rat­ing with my team and top experts in my field is the highlight of my job,” Brandie says. “I find immense joy and fulfillment in working together towards common goals, sharing ideas, and leveraging our collective strengths to overcome challenges.”

“It felt like coming home,” Brandie says, reflecting on her decision to join CDM Smith. “I was driven by the strong camaraderie within the team and the unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions that have always defined the orga­ni­za­tion.”