Chakira Johnson

Chakira Johnson, P.E. has an extensive background in civil engineering and public service, currently serving as Commissioner Elect for DeKalb County Government and City Engineer for the City of South Fulton, Georgia. As a City Council Member and Mayor Pro Tem for the City of Stone Mountain since 2008, Chakira has demonstrated leadership and commitment to community service. Previous roles include Senior Project Manager at Lowe Engineers, Director of Civil Engineering at PRAD Equity Partners, Design Manager at Jacobs, and Project Engineer/Manager at Jordan, Jones & Goulding, showcasing a strong record in project management, engineering design, and cross-functional team leadership. Chakira holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in International Relations from Troy University.