Our technical luminaries

Ken Butler, P.E., a seasoned professional with 39 years of experience, is internationally recognized for his exceptional performance on high-profile bridge projects. He has dedicated 27 years of his career to AECOM, where he has played a pivotal role in the design and construction of 38 complex bridge projects with a combined construction cost exceeding $10 billion. Many of these projects are iconic and record setting, showcasing Ken’s expertise and leadership in the field.

Ken holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland and is a registered Professional Engineer in 16 U.S. states. His tenure as AECOM’s North America Director of Bridges Services and Chief Bridge Engineer for the Complex Bridge Practice highlights his ability to drive client satisfaction and business success. A prolific contributor to the field, Ken has published and presented 34 technical papers on long span and complex bridges and has conducted multi-day design training workshops for numerous state and federal transportation agencies, including VDOT, LADOTD, DelDOT, PennDOT, Alberta Transportation, Puerto Rico Transportation Highway & Transportation Authority, MassDOT, and USACE. Additionally, Ken is a guest lecturer for an annual class on Alternative Delivery Methods for Virginia Tech’s Civil Engineering Department. His dedication and attention to detail have been praised by industry leaders, further establishing his reputation as a trusted and valued expert in bridge engineering.

Dr. Rosa E. Gwinn is a globally recognized authority in the identification and mitigation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) with over 30 years of experience at AECOM and its legacy companies. Her extensive expertise, including a doctorate in Geology from Brown University, has significantly benefited the organization and the wider regulatory community. As the leader of AECOM’s Global PFAS Initiative, Dr. Gwinn has developed innovative PFAS evaluation protocols and contributed to critical publications and global presentations, cementing her position as a pivotal figure in environmental consulting.

Dr. Gwinn’s primary technical focus includes the characterization and remediation of environmental contaminants such as chlorinated solvents, munitions and explosives of concern (MEC), munitions constituents (MC), and chemical warfare materiel (CWM). Her recent work addresses the challenges posed by PFAS contamination. By invitation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), she participated in an industry and technology roundtable focused on accelerating innovation in addressing PFAS in drinking water. Dr. Gwinn has participated in numerous prestigious forums, including the Tackling PFAS Forum in Antwerp, the EPA in Washington, D.C., and various environmental and industry symposia. She has also been featured in the Environment Analyst and recently co-authored a peer-reviewed article in Environmental Science and Technology on novel sorbents for PFAS. Additionally, she mentors rising professionals and actively supports the development of future women leaders, further solidifying her role as a key knowledge leader within AECOM and the broader environmental community.

Marc Colella has over 25 years of global experience in building engineering design, management and leadership; as an AECOM Fellow, he is driving our industry forward through his passion for people, his collaborative instincts and his commitment to technical innovation.

Currently based in Melbourne, Australia, Marc has played a leading role in the delivery of complex infrastructure projects around the world. His deep technical expertise includes the conceptualization of integrated engineering designs for major building developments — including tall towers and social infrastructure (healthcare, education and sports) —and infrastructure across the aviation sector.

During extended periods living in both New York and London, he worked on iconic projects including World Trade Center Tower 1 and London Bridge Tower “Shard.” More recently, he supported the delivery of the detailed master plan for The Line, part of the NEOM megaproject in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Passionate about building design and the construction industry — and its responsibility to contribute to a net zero carbon future — Marc currently leads AECOM’s Portfolio Decarbonization global initiative as well as its global Commercial Real Estate End Market.

Marc has previously led digital transformation programs to automate design and workflows, as well as create a high-performance culture of innovation and sustainability that has opened new markets.

Bill Hanway, executive vice president and Global Sports and Social Infrastructure Lead, is a trained architect whose work focuses on large-scale regeneration projects, major sports events master planning and sports venue design.

Bill works closely with civic leaders, team owners and key stakeholders to leverage the capital investment required to host major sports events and deliver new sports venues to ensure that they create positive economic benefit and physical improvement to surrounding communities. He currently leads the AECOM team for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Plan (LA28). Previously, he led the AECOM team that delivered the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Games and Legacy masterplan and the design team for the London 2012 Games and Legacy masterplan. He also served as an advisor to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on the Tokyo 2020 Games Plan.

In addition to LA28, Bill leads the AECOM design team delivering the Intuit Dome, the new home of the LA Clippers, which is planned for completion in 2024. This will be a LEED Platinum project that will be net zero carbon from its inception. Other recent projects include the Golden 1 Arena for the Sacramento Kings (the first LEED Platinum sports facility in the world), and a new campus extension for Cambridge University.

Bill holds a Master of Architecture degree from the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University.

Dr. Robert “Bob” Edelstein, senior vice president, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), in North America, and global ITS practice lead, has more than 39 years of experience in transportation and has been at the forefront of ITS technology since the 1980s. Dr. Edelstein was instrumental in the development of Transportation Management Centers to help safely and efficiently manage traffic on heavily congested U.S. roadways, and his team’s industry-leading dynamic pricing applications have established AECOM as the leader in managed lanes solutions.

Professor John Endicott is an acknowledged thought leader in his field whose efforts and abilities to leverage capabilities around the world have helped establish AECOM’s global reputation for geotechnical and tunneling expertise. John has acted as an appointed technical expert for the Hong Kong government and other organizations and is an avid and dedicated mentor. He has worked on over 100 underground railway stations and many water, road and rail tunnels, basements, foundations, and slopes in his tenure at AECOM. He also served as Adjunct Professor at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and at University of Hong Kong and Fellow Commoner at St Catharine’s College Cambridge.

Recently, John has played a pivotal role on mega projects in Saudi Arabia and provides global consultancy on underground constructions, with active engagements in the Middle East, India, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

Ant Wilson MBE FREng, now retired, has over 35 years of industry experience. His legacy is one of innovation, mentorship and sustainable design — a testament to his enduring influence in the field of building engineering. A familiar presence at more than 100 events annually, Ant shared his expertise generously as a public speaker and facilitator. He actively engaged with the next generation of engineers as a science and engineering ambassador, visiting local schools to impart knowledge about engineering, the environment and sustainability, and mentoring students throughout their academic tenures. Ant’s accolades are numerous, including being named a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2015. In 2017, he received the Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE).