Nicolas  A. Choubah, P.E.

Retired NYSDOT Chief Engineer (July 2020-September 2023)

From July 2020 to September 2023 Nick managed the NYSDOT Engineering Division and ensured the delivery of NYSDOT’s multi-billion-dollar capital program. Prior to that, Nick served as Regional Director for the Southern Tier and Mohawk Valley Regions, NYSDOT Regions 9 and 2, respectively. As Regional Director, Nick worked to ensure that the Department’s mission, of providing a safe and efficient transportation system, was implemented. 

Nick began his career in 1986 with the Massachusetts Department of Public Works. In 1992, he joined NYSDOT in the Hudson Valley Region, Region 8. During his thirty-seven-year professional career, Nick always promoted excellence, teamwork and innovation.

Nick holds a Bachelor and Masters in Civil Engineering from the University of Massachusetts. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in the states of New York and Massachusetts. Currently Nick enjoys spending time with family and pursuing various hobbies including, golfing, fishing, boating and volunteering in prison ministry.