Chris Marais celebrates 30 years with Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB). Chris joined RLB Queensland in 1994 at the Brisbane office. After four years, he was given the opportunity to manage the Townsville office. Under his leadership, RLB has established a strong reputation for cost consultancy in North Queensland. Chris is highly respected by clients and team members for his professionalism, integrity and mentorship. In 2007, Chris was appointed RLB Oceania Board Director, and in 2023 joined the RLB Global Board Director. 

Matt Ljujic has joined BG&E’s team as Lead Façade Engineer in Brisbane. With six-plus years of experience in façade engineering and consulting, Matt possess technical capability, project and design management skills. His project experience across the commercial, health, education, transport, residential and arts & culture sectors make him well-equipped to lead BG&E’s new branch.

Dr Ali Habibi leads Northrop’s 200-strong team of structural engineers and drafters across nine offices in Australia. His inclusive leadership and focus on client relationships boosts Northrop’s capacity to deliver innovative tailored solutions. His career portfolio includes Australia’s first mass timber commercial office building, the award-winning International House at Barangaroo. Ali is a recognised expert in multi-storey engineered timber buildings, with multiple academic papers and industry presentations to his credit.

Joining Tonkin in 1999, Tim Kerby progressed from graduate engineer into more senior roles and now leads Tonkin’s South Australian-based stormwater team. Tim’s extensive engineering experience spans hydraulics, flood risk assessment, planning and stormwater system design. His expertise ranges from assisting councils with localised stormwater issues, through to infrastructure projects of state significance. He has undertaken the role of head drainage engineer for large civil construction projects including the Fleurieu Connections Alliance, Adelaide Rail Revitalisation Project and the Port River Expressway.