Bradley D. Kouchoukos, PE, VMA

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DISC Type : ds

Project Engineer at Athena

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Overview

Bradley is a Geotechnical Project Engineer and Value Engineering Program Manager at Athena Engineering and Environmental. With over nine years of geotechnical experience and five in value engineering, he has worked on projects for the USACE, DOT, and Navy. He holds a bachelors degree from Michigan State University.

As an alumnus of Michigan State University, Bradley maintains an interest in the institution. His professional focus is centered on complex engineering projects, particularly within the public and federal sectors, showcasing a commitment to large-scale infrastructure and development.

He has been involved in over 30 Value Engineering workshops for a variety of major government entities.

Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Long-term Focused

Risk-Accepting

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Value Engineering
As a Value Methodology Associate (VMA) preparing for his CVS exam, he has applied this expertise in over 30 workshops for government clients.
Geotechnical Projects
A licensed Professional Engineer with over nine years of experience, his technical expertise is in completing geotechnical projects in diverse geologic settings.
Public Sector Infrastructure
His career includes significant involvement with major entities such as the USACE, EPA, DOT, Navy, and the National Guard on various projects.

Media Appearances

Bradley has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2022
Project Engineer at Athena
4-2019 - 9-2022
Staff Engineer at Athena
6-2016 - 4-2019
Staff Engineer at G2 Consulting Group, LLC
5-2015 - 8-2015
Engineering Intern at Graycor
5-2014 - 8-2014
Research Intern at DS Smith, Plastics Division

Education

2012 - 2016
Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University
2008 - 2012
Education details unavailable from Naperville Central High School

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