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We are working to secure more discounted rooms for the official room block for the 2026 Georgia Transportation Summit. We will inform you of any updates.

Plan Your PDHs! Breakout Session Information Now Available:

WEDNESDAY

• Track 1: Project Managers & Young Professionals
• What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There: Moving from Task Doer to Task Leader
• Design It Like You Have to Build It: Closing the Gap Between Design & Construction
• Construction Called. We Have a Problem: What to Do When a Project Goes Sideways
• Why Can’t We All Just Get Along: Best Practices in Interdisciplinary Coordination & Project Management
• Track 2: Open Roads Designer Training
• OpenRoads for Project Leaders: Managing GDOT Deliverables with Confidence — Preregistration required
• Staying Ahead of the GDOT ORD Workspace: Updates, Resources, and What Changed (Advanced) — Preregistration required
• From Model to Plans: Sheet Setup, Annotation, and Plotting That Works — Preregistration required
• Model-Based Staging: Developing Efficient 19-Series Construction Staging Plans (Advanced) — Preregistration required
• Building Smarter ORD Models: Templates, Corridors, Feature Definitions, and Controls — Preregistration required
• Modeling the Hard Stuff in ORD: Intersections, Driveways, Islands, Bridge End Rolls, and Complex Features — Preregistration required
• Track 3: NEPA Assignment
• NEPA Assignment
• Track 4: NPDES Level 2 Recertification
• NPDES Level 2 Recertification — Preregistration required
• Track 5: Earthworks Training
• Earthworks Training
• College Student Session & GDOT Board Meeting
• Engineering in the Built Environment 101: College Student Session
• GDOT November Board Meeting

Preregistration: For all sessions marked above, preregister by October 31 by emailing alia@acecga.org. NPDES participants must have a Level II Certification that is expiring within the year or has lapsed.

THURSDAY

• Environmental Public Involvement
• Project Manager Roundtable: Billable Rates
• Digital Delivery: Recap of Pilot Program to Date, 3D Best Practices & Digital Signatures
• Traffic Ops: World Cup Coordination
• Design Policy: Concept Reports / Design Variances
• Local Government QBS Procurement & Prequalification
• How to Not Lose Your Local Direct Grant Funds
• Design / Environmental Coordination: Environmental Survey Boundary, A3M, Lockdown
• Engineering Services: Responding to Comments
• Digital Delivery: I-285/I-20 West Digital Twin / Inspection of Digital Models, CEI
• Traffic Ops II: AI Initiatives in Traffic Operations
• P3 Comprehensive Development Agreement for I-285 Express Lanes

The Georgia Transportation Summit is Now a 2-Day Event!

We are excited to announce that the 2026 Georgia Transportation Summit has been expanded into a 2-DAY EVENT, with a NEW half-day featuring 12 additional breakout sessions on Wednesday, in addition to the traditional Transportation Summit General Session and 10 breakout sessions on Thursday. More networking, more education (and PDHs), and more ROI.

This year’s Summit will have a renewed focus on practical training with presentations targeted at improving quality, constructability, and more efficient program delivery. In addition, many of the Wednesday afternoon sessions will provide content specifically designed for project managers and other younger professionals from both GDOT and consulting engineering firms. Wednesday sessions will also include new “long form” (4-hours long) training sessions for folks at all levels within firms, GDOT, and local governments, including training sessions on Open Roads Design (ORD), NEPA Assignment, and NPDES Level 2 Recertification, allowing participants to gain deep learning in these topics.

As in previous years, we will also have college students from all of Georgia’s engineering schools in attendance, but this year they will be part of the new Wednesday afternoon sessions.

Why Attend?

Discover Industry Leadership and Innovation

The Georgia Transportation Summit, ACEC Georgia’s largest and most impactful annual event, is your premier opportunity to engage with the foremost leaders in Georgia’s transportation sector. Co-hosted with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), this summit serves as a vital forum for discussing the current state and future of transportation infrastructure in Georgia. Don’t miss out on key insights from top transportation leaders, elected officials, and industry professionals shaping our infrastructure's future.

Experience Comprehensive Knowledge Sharing

The Summit is packed with best-in-class content that informs and educates attendees on the latest transportation challenges and solutions. This all-day event features a General Session with transportation heads from GDOT and other state agencies, the prestigious Georgia Partnership for Transportation Quality (GPTQ) Awards, and engaging afternoon breakout sessions led by industry leaders. Expand your knowledge and stay ahead of industry trends with invaluable insights and practical solutions that will benefit your professional growth and your organization’s success.

Unparalleled Networking Opportunities

With over 1,500 attendees, the Georgia Transportation Summit provides unparalleled networking opportunities with transportation leaders, elected officials, and industry professionals from across the state. Forge meaningful connections, explore potential collaborations, and exchange ideas with key decision-makers in the transportation and engineering sectors. This is your chance to build a robust professional network that can open doors to new opportunities and partnerships.



Invest in Professional Development

Attendees at the Summit gain access to crucial knowledge and insights essential for professional development. The event’s comprehensive coverage ensures you are well-equipped to tackle current and future transportation challenges. Join us for a day of learning, networking, and celebrating excellence in infrastructure. Secure your spot at the Georgia Transportation Summit and invest in your professional growth and the advancement of Georgia’s transportation infrastructure.

Register now to attend and help shape the future of transportation in Georgia. Your participation is key to driving innovation and excellence in our industry. We look forward to seeing you there! 

If you’re a student interested in engineering or careers in the built environment, this is a unique opportunity to explore your future! You'll start your day by attending an engaging informational session, then attend a panel discussion with members in the industry, participate in a resume review designed explicitly for you, attend educational breakout sessions, and connect with top employers in the engineering industry during our exhibit hall showcase and reception.