President-Elect Official Nominee

Portrait of Bradley Kubiak - a man with brown hair wearing a blue shirt smiles at the camera 

Vision statement

A Vision Rooted in Service, Resilience, and Humanity

Sometimes I feel that we live in a world that’s more divided and fast-moving than ever. It’s constantly changing. But through all the change, one thing has remained constant: the heart of our profession. Civil engineering has always been about public service. It’s our higher calling, our North Star—our reason for showing up, day after day, to protect the health, safety, and well-being of the people around us.

It doesn’t matter whether we serve in government agencies, private firms, academic institutions, or nonprofit organizations. At the end of the day, we’re all in this together. We’re all in the business of public service. And that’s something worth holding onto.

Right now, our country is facing some serious infrastructure challenges. Aging systems are breaking down. Climate change is testing the limits of what we’ve built. And entire communities are being torn apart by disasters—some natural, some human-made. These aren’t someone else’s problems. They belong to all of us. As civil engineers, we carry the responsibility to respond, to rebuild, and to reimagine.

That’s why my vision centers on three pillars that I believe can guide us forward: Inclusivity, Innovation, and Connection.

Inclusivity: Lifting Up the Next Generation

Representation matters. It matters in boardrooms, classrooms, construction sites, and city halls. One of ASCE’s greatest strengths is the diversity of its members—their backgrounds, their stories, their perspectives. That richness gives us cultural insight, empathy, and creativity. And it’s exactly what we need to tackle the challenges ahead.

I come from a family of immigrants. My parents arrived in this country from opposite corners of the world, carrying dreams and grit. Growing up, I was taught to aim high—even when others doubted me. I’ve been lucky to see leaders who look like me, who remind me that anything is possible. That kind of visibility changes lives.

So, I believe in paying it forward. I want to invest in leadership programs that help civil engineers grow—not just technically, but as advocates, mentors, and community voices. Yes, we need to know our craft. But we also need to know how to speak with clarity, lead with empathy, and act with integrity. That’s how we build trust. That’s how we build legacy.

Innovation: Building a Resilient Tomorrow

Civil engineering is a living discipline. It evolves with every new material, every data breakthrough, every environmental challenge. We’re not just builders, we’re protectors. We shape communities and safeguard the natural world. And our work will outlast us. It influences the daily lives of people we may never meet and generations we will never know. That’s why we have to hold ourselves to the highest standards. We need to design for the realities of today—extreme weather, rising seas, seismic risks—and for the unknowns of tomorrow. Our codes and practices must reflect the urgency of the moment. Because it’s not just about saving structures. It’s about saving lives.

I see ASCE leading the charge in digital transformation. I want our members to be equipped with the tools and insights to thrive in a data-driven world. That means embracing technology, yes—but also embracing curiosity, adaptability, and lifelong learning.

Connection: Making Our Work Visible and Human

At its core, civil engineering is about people. It’s about protecting lives, connecting communities, and improving quality of life. Our work is deeply human. And I believe we need to tell that story more boldly.

We need to make our work visible—not just to policymakers, but to everyday people. We need to show how infrastructure shapes equity, safety, and opportunity. I want ASCE to be a trusted voice in public conversations about infrastructure policy, safety reform, and smart investment. Because when people understand what we do, they will value it. And when they value it, change happens.

Globally, I envision a more connected ASCE—one that learns from and contributes to international best practices. Engineering doesn’t stop at borders. Our challenges are shared, and so are our solutions. Let’s build bridges—literally and figuratively with global counterparts on disaster recovery, licensure, and ethical standards.

A Legacy That Honors Both Triumph and Tragedy

My journey in this field has been shaped by moments of pride—and moments of heartbreak. I’ve seen how infrastructure can save lives. And I’ve seen how its failure can take them. The irony is painful: after dedicating my career to safety and resilience, I lost my brother to a faulty airport runway. That loss changed me. It deepened my resolve. It reminded me that our work must always be grounded in accountability and compassion.

Legacy isn’t about titles or trophies. It’s about the lives we touch, the futures we protect, and the values we live by. In this time of uncertainty, let’s choose to leave a legacy of resilience, equity, and excellence. Let’s choose to lead with heart.

Because at the end of the day, civil engineering isn’t just a profession. It’s a promise—a promise to serve, to uplift, and to build a better world.

Biographical statement

Education

  • Master of Business Administration, Pepperdine University, 2004
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, California State University Fresno, 1988

Certification and licenses

  • Licensed Geotechnical Engineer, California, GE 2483
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (Civil), California, C48953
  • Envision Sustainability Professional

Work experience

  • NV5, Executive Director, 2024- present
  • Consultant Services, National League of Cities Local Infrastructure Hub, 2023-2025
  • Los Angeles County Public Works
    • Deputy Director, Municipal Srvcs & Emergency Management, 2016-2023
    • Assistant Deputy Director, Design, 2013-2016
    • Principal Engineer, 2001-2013
    • Senior Civil Engineer, 1994-2001
    • Staff Engineer, 1990-1994

ASCE involvement

Society level

  • Board of Direction, At-Large Director, 2022-2025
  • Public Policy and Practice Committee, Member, 2025-present
  • Executive Director Search Committee, Member, 2025
  • Program and Finance Committee, Member, 2023-2026
  • Government Engineers Council, Member, 2022-2024
  • Legislative Fly-in, 2022-present
  • Key Contact, 2021-present
  • President’s and Governor’s Forum, 2017, 2028, & 2022
  • Sustainability Committee, Member, circa 2013-2016
  • Technical Council of Lifeline Earthquake Engineering: El Salvador Earthquake Investigation Committee, Geotechnical Member, 2001

Local level

  • Region 9 Governor, Governor At-Large, 2017-2020
  • California Report Card, Member, 2021
  • Los Angeles Section Geotechnical Group Board of Directors, 1996-2000
    • President
    • Vice-President
    • Treasurer
    • Secretary
  • Vice President of Technical Groups, Los Angeles Section, 1993-1996
  • Multi-Regional Leadership Conferences

Other Volunteer Activities

  • California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, Past President, current Board Member, 2020-present
  • NCEES, Member, 2020-present
  • The President’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council, Disaster Response and Resilience Subcommittee, 2024
  • Atlantic Declaration Delegation for US-UK Mutual Professional Recognition Agreement, California Representative, 2024
  • APWA, Member, 2013-present
  • APWA Public Works Institute, Subject Matter Expert, 2024-present
  • SWE, Member, 2013-2023
  • WTS, Member, 2013-2023
  • California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Industry Advisory Board Committee, 2013-2023
  • Los Angeles County Public Works Women’s Leadership Council, Chair, 2004-2020

Awards

  • Lifetime Achievement Award, 2024, ASCE Metropolitan Los Angeles Branch, Los Angeles Section, Region 9
  • Excellence in Transportation Award, 2004, California Department of Transportation
  • Innovative Design, 2003, APWA
  • Best Design, 2003, City and County Engineers Association
  • Technology Award, 2003, Los Angeles Productivity and Quality Commission

Publications

  • “26 Seconds: Grief and Blame in the Aftermath of Losing My Brother in a Plane Crash,” She Writes Press, 2025
  • “Reimagining Disaster Response and Resiliency,” National Infrastructure Advisory Council, Subcommittee Expert, 2024
  • “Los Angeles County – Driving Change Through Sustainability,” ASCE Convention 2015, October 2015
  • “Driving Change Through Sustainability,” Society of Women Engineers 2015 2015
  • “Sun Valley Watershed Multi-Benefit Project,” ASCE International Conference on Sustainable Infrastructure, 2014
  • “Keep It Local: Sustainable Stormwater Management,” ASCE Transportation & Development Congress, 2014
  • “Envision Sustainability Rating: Sun Valley Watershed,” ASCE Environmental Water Resource Institute, World Environmental & Ware Resource Congress, 2014
  • “A Reflection of Women in Leadership Roles;” Women in Public Works: A Compilation of Essays; American Public Works Association, 2007
  • “Lifeline Performance of El Salvador Earthquakes of January 13 and February 13, 2001; Monograph No. 24,” ASCE TCLEE, 2002

Presentations

  • “Navigating Funding Shifts as a Government Engineer,” ASCE Convention, Seattle, WA, 2025
  • “Ethics and Equity in Transportation,” ASCE TDI Conference, Atlanta, GA, 2024
  • “Who’s Minding the Skies,” ASCE TDI Conference, Atlanta, GA, 2024
  • “Future World Vision,” ASCE Convention, Anaheim, CA, 2022
  • “Climate Crisis: Call to Action,” Los Angeles Section Awards Ceremony, Los Angeles, CA, 2022
  • “Designing a Sustainable World,” ASCE Construction Institute Summit, Los Angeles, CA, 2020
  • “Sustainable Los Angeles,” ASCE International Conference on Sustainable Infrastructure, Long Beach, CA, 2019
  • “Los Angeles County and the UN Sustainability Development Goals,” ASCE Pittsburgh Section, Pittsburgh, PA, 2017
  • “Triple Botton Line,” ASCE Convention, New Orleans, LA, 2017
  • “Driving Change through Sustainable Design,” ASCE Convention, New York, NY, 2015