2025 TA Fellows

Alex is a principal at Aurecon based in New South Wales and is currently leading the Roads and Civil team. He specialises in the leadership of multi-disciplinary and complex projects. He is driven by the challenges each project provides and the ability to influence and shape our market and the wider industry.

Throughout his career journey, Alex has been an avid supporter of Roads Australia. His trajectory, which has not followed the traditional pathway, has made him a passionate advocate for mentorship and shared learning. He’s deeply committed to supporting the growth and development of early career professionals within our industry.

He is excited to take part in this unique opportunity through Roads Australia to connect with like-minded professionals navigating similar challenges and supporting each other in shaping the industry of tomorrow.

Andy is a Chartered Civil Engineer, currently working as the Alliance General Manager on the Fleurieu Connections Alliance, an $810 million road infrastructure project in South Australia.

Andy has been lucky enough to work in a variety of engineering disciplines (Road, Rail, Buildings and Water) both across Australia and in the UK.

Working as an engineer has provided Andy with the opportunity to work alongside some wonderful people, while solving challenging problems in complex environments.  As a person who (mostly) enjoys working in the infrastructure and construction sector, these are nourishing experiences that few other workplaces can offer.

As a result, Andy is very passionate about attracting and retaining tomorrows builders to ensure Australia is able to continue building to support our communities.

Brad is a qualified civil engineer with over 20 years’ experience in the design, supervision and project management of large infrastructure projects in both Australia and the United Kingdom.

Presently, Brad is BG&E’s Roads & Highways Lead – WA, and works with a talented team of engineers, designers and drafters.

Brad has been passionate about engineering for as long as he can remember, from building structures, making cranes to creating dams and reservoirs in his parents’ back garden!

Outside of work, Brad enjoys spending quality time with his family and staying active with CrossFit, running and golf.

Chantelle Hatch is a Manager in Operations Support at Transurban for the NSW Business.

Her focus is improving performance, strengthening compliance and implementing best practices with an enterprise lens across Transurban’s operations.

Chantelle is experienced in providing advice across a breadth of sectors – including aviation, operation, training, workforce planning and people management.

Her exceptional communication and consultation style have defined her leadership to date, and helped her demonstrate success to colleagues and stakeholders. She constantly seeks new ways to make the workplace more efficient by building high performing, empowered and collaborative teams, and looks forward to bringing her experience to the Fellowship Program.

Daniel Callary is a Senior Structural Engineer at the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, with 13 years of experience in transport infrastructure projects across South Australia.

He has extensive knowledge in the detailed design, assessment, and technical review of structures, specialising in bridges and road safety barriers.

Daniel uses a collaborative approach to develop innovative solutions and has worked on many transport infrastructure projects, including the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project and Regency to Pym Street upgrade.

He provides technical advice to stakeholders across all phases of an asset’s life, from concept planning and design through to construction, maintenance, rehabilitation and strengthening.

Duncan has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry between the United Kingdom and Australia, and is currently a Construction Manager with Symal Infrastructure in NSW.

Prior to relocating to Australia in 2011, Duncan was involved in various transport infrastructure projects including in high speed rail, light rail, road and bridge construction. Involvement in major road infrastructure projects continued in Australia and has included the Hunter Expressway, M5 West Widening and Sydney CBD Alliance before leading part of the surface works team as Project Manager on the WestConnex M4 East and Rozelle Interchange projects with John Holland.

Building and supporting the development of his teams while delivering challenging projects is one of Duncan’s key drivers.

Gretta is an experienced and well-regarded Design/Engineering Manager for JHG, with over 14 years in the industry work on major road and rail infrastructure projects.

With a strong background in project delivery, Gretta has contributed to the successful delivery numerous projects and collaborated with various teams to deliver high-quality results.

She takes pride in the lasting legacy that is handed back to the local communities she works amongst, with projects such as the Preston Level Crossing Removal project, and the Metro Tunnel’s Rail Infrastructure Alliance as examples.

She is known for her excellent leadership skills, attention to detail, and her approach to collaborating effectively across design teams, delivery teams and project stakeholders.

Gretta is currently working in pre-contracts working on Road and Rail infrastructure tenders, looking to a successful award and transitioning back into Design Management in project delivery.

John is currently the WA Civil Discipline Manager in KBR’s Perth office, with professional experience in management and project delivery both in Australia and Ireland.

John is a strong believer of collaborative communication and has a keen interest in development of colleagues to reach their full potential which aligns with Roads Australia policy.

John is excited to be part of the RA 2025 fellowship program and look forward to the mentorship program and learning from industry leaders and peers.

Karessa Cullen is an Associate Director at AECOM and the Transport Advisory Team Lead for South East Queensland, and manages a team of engineers, planners and modellers to support the planning and delivery of transport projects across Queensland. Karessa is passionate about driving technical excellence and innovation across projects and working towards the common goal of delivering sustainable transport infrastructure for communities and creating lasting legacies.

As SMEC’s Manager of Roads & Highways, Gold Coast, Kirryn leads a dynamic team that delivers quality-focused and innovative solutions for road infrastructure projects.  She is an Associate Civil Engineer with over 15 years of experience in transport infrastructure, specialising in road design and project management.

Kirryn is a recognised emerging leader at SMEC, known for her commitment to team development, proactive industry engagement, and collaborative approach. A passionate advocate for women in engineering, she strives to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all.

By challenging conventional methods and advocating for outcome-driven solutions, she ensures projects deliver lasting positive impacts on the communities they serve.

Kylie is the HR Manager, Capability & Systems at Seymour Whyte Constructions, where she plays a key role in driving people-related strategies.

With a background in Business and Psychology, she is passionate about fostering inclusivity in the construction industry. Over the past decade, Kylie has contributed to significant progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly focussed on gender equality, workplace flexibility, performance and development processes and improving the representation of underrepresented groups.

She has been instrumental in developing and delivering resources to raise awareness about domestic and family violence (DFV) in the workplace, Kylie has rolled out policies, support mechanisms, and training to build Seymour Whyte’s capability in this space. Her commitment to creating flexible work environments led to the successful implementation of the “My Time” workshop, improving inclusion, engagement and wellbeing on major projects without compromising productivity.

In her current role, she oversees HR operations for Seymour Whyte’s corporate functions, drives capability development, and leads key systems implementations. She is passionate about leveraging her skills to positively influence the industry while continuously developing her technical expertise.

Lisa Foley is the Engineering, Quality, and Completions Manager for the New Bridgewater Bridge Project in Tasmania with McConnell Dowell.

Lisa discovered her passion for construction through one of her early mentors in the Australian Navy Cadets, who highlighted the industry’s value in nation building. Throughout her career, she has worked across industries and sectors – managing diverse projects including the rollout of Optus’ 4G wireless network.

Lisa excels in developing strategic plans, managing cross-functional teams, and creating trackers that keep everyone on their toes. Her ability to streamline processes, while maintaining a smile, is legendary.

Megan works for Fulton Hogan as the Senior Asset Manager, working to support contract teams with pavement program development and strategic asset management frameworks.

Megan has 15 years of experience in asset management. Prior to joining Fulton Hogan, she worked in local government for over 6 years in various asset management roles, responsible for the asset management of Council’s road assets and strategic asset management across the organisation. Megan provided strategic direction to managing council infrastructure assets, prepared asset management plans and strategies, and undertook asset management maturity assessments for the organisation.

Prior to Council, Megan worked for the World Bank Group, delivering infrastructure projects in developing countries across the Pacific Islands. These included post-cyclone housing, airport and runway upgrades, and road resurfacing and rehabilitation programs.

Megan is a Director on the IPWEA NSW & ACT board, is a member of the Audit and Risk Committee, and chairs the Women in Public Works panel. She is also a member of the Road Safety, Bridge, and Transport Working Groups. Megan is a Chartered Professional Engineer and a Certified Asset Management Assessor.

Outside of her technical role, Megan advocates for engineers to be a recognised profession, supporting the industry to attract and retain young engineers, and advocating for diversity across the engineering sector. She is interested in the impacts of climate change on managing infrastructure, and building in resilience into our infrastructure.

Monica has over 12 years of industry experience in major transport infrastructure projects across WA and NSW including Sydney Metro West (Western Tunnelling Package), The Northern Road upgrade and Mitchell Freeway Extension works.

As a Design Manager, she is well versed in fostering trusted relationships with clients and leading outcomes focussed teams to deliver outstanding projects that contribute to improving safety, accessibility and mobility for local communities and generate tangible positive impacts.

Nesh is an accomplished Design Manager at Turnbull Engineering, leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients in the infrastructure sector.

With over 12 years of experience, Nesh has taken on leadership roles in the design of major road projects in NSW, including the Warringah Freeway Upgrade, The Northern Road Upgrade Stage 4 and the Mulgoa Road Upgrade Stage 1.

Paul was appointed to the position of Business Development Manager – Major Projects with Boral in July 2024, having previously held the position of Operations Manager for the SEQ Asphalt Contracting business for the past 13 years.

Paul has held a number of roles within the Boral Construction Materials group in his 27years in the industry, including operational roles in the Concrete and Quarries business, Project Management roles in the Asphalt business, General Management role in Concrete Precast with the majority of his career in Operations Management for road construction and airport pavement projects domestically and offshore.

Rahman Mahmood is a Chartered Engineer specialising in structural and civil engineering, with a focus on construction engineering, pavement design, and road rehabilitation.

He is currently involved in major infrastructure projects such as the West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP) and Suburban Rail Loop (SRL). His expertise extends to pavement rehabilitation, including key Major Road Projects Victoria (MRPV) initiatives.

Rahman is skilled in managing complex projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Known for his strong organisational abilities, he consistently delivers high-quality outcomes while building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Ryan Mitchell is an established Regional Infrastructure Manager at Bild Infrastructure, a division of the Bild Group, known for his strong leadership and ability to drive meaningful change.

With a proven track record in managing complex infrastructure projects, Ryan excels at delivering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and community impact.

His forward-thinking approach and collaborative style have been instrumental in shaping the success of numerous projects, positioning him as a key figure in advancing the business and fostering growth across the sector.

Scott is Principal Structural Engineer and Transport Structures Lead for HDR in Victoria.

He began his career designing highway and rail bridges in the United States before moving to Melbourne in 2018, where he has continued with bridge design and developed a strong passion for all phases of major project delivery.

Scott’s project portfolio includes the California High Speed Rail, Eagle P3 Commuter Rail (Denver, CO), the Westgate Tunnel Project (Melbourne), and the Coomera Connector Central (Gold Coast).

Away from work, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife, daughters, and son, as well as cycling, playing golf, and coaching his daughter’s basketball team.

Sep Zarrin is an experienced Associate Director at Harmony Infrastructure with qualifications in civil engineering, construction law, and finance.

He has a track record of high performance and leadership in providing commercial advisory services on some of Australia’s most high-profile complex major projects.

In recent years, Sep has extensively supported Transport for NSW in the delivery of the complex Warringah Freeway Upgrade Project ($1.2bn+), which is the first stage of the Western Harbour Tunnel and Beaches Link program.

With a collaborative leadership style, he can integrate quickly and effectively into established working teams, leverage available skills and knowledge, and seek opportunities to optimise commercial strategies.

His leadership capabilities have previously been recognised with nominations for the 2019 Sydney Metro Future Leader Award and the 2017 Australian Financial Review Future Leader Award.

Outside of work, Sep is committed to further developing his leadership skills through his role as a committee member for the Society of Construction Law Australia, where he has chaired several events with key industry leaders.

Sheryll Ann Duguran is a highly experienced Principal Civil Engineer with over two decades of expertise in delivering large-scale transport infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally. She has a talent for optimising processes and systems to ensure the successful delivery of complex infrastructure from concept to construction. Her leadership on major projects, including delivery of multiple projects for Level Crossing Removal Projects and Major Roads Project Victoria, showcases her ability to manage multidisciplinary teams while maintaining design integrity and exceeding client expectations.

Recently selected for the prestigious Roads Australia Fellowship Program, Sheryll Ann is eager to use this opportunity to strengthen her leadership abilities and broaden her expertise in the transport infrastructure sector. This program will provide valuable mentorship and networking opportunities, positioning her to take on senior leadership roles in WGA.

Sheryll Ann is also passionate about giving back to the engineering community. As the Deputy Chair of Engineers Australia’s Overseas Qualified Committee in Victoria for 2024, she is committed to helping overseas-qualified engineers successfully integrate into the Australian workforce. Her mentorship has helped many engineers navigate their careers and reach their full potential.

A Chartered Professional Engineer (FIEAust CPEng NER) with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Sheryll Ann is driven by her passion for improving infrastructure safety, promoting innovation in design, and supporting the professional growth of future engineers.

Steve is an experienced Engineer and Design Manager specialising in the design delivery of major transport infrastructure and built environment projects locally and internationally.

He has a strong experience in interdisciplinary design management within Design & Construct (D&C) contract models, with a focus on schedule, quality, and overall coordination.

Steve focuses on creating a collaborative environment to consider architectural, functional and technical requirements to drive best for project outcomes.

Yasmin Roper is an Associate Civil Engineer leading the Highways Team and Roads and Streets Business for Arup in Victoria.

She manages a team of nearly 30 professionals, focusing on designing and delivering roads projects. Yasmin emphasizes pastoral care, career development, and diversity and inclusion. With qualifications in Civil Engineering, Management, and Sustainability, she balances project outcomes with a positive team culture.

Yasmin is passionate about safe and intelligent mobility, sustainability, and integrating emerging technologies.

As a queer, neurodivergent, female, she brings a unique perspective to the industry, spearheading diversity initiatives and fostering an inclusive work environment.