Join AECOM at ReThink: Delivering Sustainable Legacies for a Nature-Positive Future

Dr. David Gallacher is an environmental specialist with AECOM and has worked across the Asia region, primarily based in Hong Kong but also spending time in Shanghai, Delhi and Singapore. He has an academic background in ecology and environmental management and possesses experience in a wide range of project types, including environmental planning, impact assessment and monitoring, nature-based solution design, sustainable urban planning, water-sensitive urban design and ESG Reporting. David is currently the chairperson of the Hong Kong Institute of Environmental Impact Assessment and a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Qualified Environmental Professionals.

Rosaline Lau serves as the Executive Director of Building Engineering (Structural) at AECOM, where she leads building structure projects and ESG initiatives for the Asia Building and Places division. Her vision is to integrate ESG principles to create thriving communities and contribute to a better world. Recently, she showcased her enthusiasm by serving as a judge at the 2024 SustainabilityHACK, jointly organized by MIT Hong Kong Innovation Node, Innospace, and the Construction Industry Council.

Rosaline has also recently presented at the technical seminar on Effective Use of High Strength Steel S690 organized by the Chinese National Engineering Research Centre for Steel Construction (Hong Kong Branch), the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Hong Kong Constructional Metal Structures Association, for the pioneering use of S690 high strength structural steel in Hong Kong’s private residential development. This groundbreaking work will be resulted in significant benefits to the environment, including enhanced efficiency, reduced carbon footprint, and optimized site logistics.

AECOM has been recognized as the #1 design firm in General Building by Engineering News-Record for over a decade. With 18 years of experience at AECOM, Rosaline has delivered innovative engineering solutions across various markets, including residential, commercial, institutional sectors, data centers, recreational facilities, and hotels in Hong Kong and Singapore. Her work on acclaimed projects such as 11 SKIES, Resorts World Sentosa, and One Wanchai has earned accolades, including recognition from the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers’ Structural Excellence Award and CTBUH.

In addition to her role at AECOM, Rosaline sits on the company’s Global Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) steering committee, advocating for a more inclusive workplace. Rosaline has also recently become Co-opted Member in The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers’ Structural Division. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science in Civil Engineering from The University of British Columbia and a Master’s degree in Infrastructure Project Management from The University of Hong Kong.

Shirley Chen is at the helm of AECOM’s Buildings + Places division in Hong Kong, and is spearheading digital innovation across Asia in the same sector. Her two-decade long career has broadened from a landscape architecture background into a multi-disciplinary one, encompassing an array of design and engineering disciplines.

Shirley is adept at navigating intricate business challenges while promoting a culture of creativity, innovation, and sustainability among her team. She has partnered with governments and top-tier developers to bring to fruition landmark projects, including large-scale municipal initiatives, social infrastructure, new development areas, iconic commercial complexes, luxury hotels, upscale residential landscapes, and streetscapes. Her leadership has earned recognition for both her and the projects under her charge from numerous industry bodies.

A proponent of digital innovation and cross-disciplinary collaboration to accelerate the creation of sustainable legacies for clients and the communities they serve, Shirley adopts an integrated approach, merging planning, urban design, engineering, landscape design, and economics consulting in her work. Her effort extends to fostering regional and global collaboration across Hong Kong, Mainland China, Southeast Asia, Middle East, and the United States, encouraging a rich exchange of ideas and delivering excellent projects.

Shirley is also active contributor to her field, having been invited as an industry expert on various platforms including ULI GBA and InnoSpace GBA’s Green Future Innovation Think Tank. She has mentored postgraduate students from CUHK in urban design at their “New” New Town project for Venice Biennale 2023, which explores future urbanism in Hong Kong. A staunch advocate for workplace equity, diversity and inclusion, Shirley’s dedication to nurturing female leadership is exemplified by her mentorship role in The Women’s Foundation’s Mentoring Programme for Women Leaders for the 2023-2024 cohort.