Catherine Darby Roberts
About Catherine Darby Roberts
Catherine Darby Roberts is an Associate at Arup in Sheffield, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in civil engineering.
Current Role at Arup
Catherine Darby Roberts currently works at Arup as an Associate. She has been with the company in this role since 2016, based in Sheffield, United Kingdom. In her position, she focuses on managing and overseeing various civil engineering projects, ensuring that project goals are met with efficiency and effectiveness. Her role demands a high level of expertise in resource management and project leadership.
Previous Experience at Arup
Before becoming an Associate, Roberts worked at Arup as a Senior Engineer from 2006 to 2016, based in the Northwest & Yorkshire region. During this decade-long tenure, she led the civil engineering team and contributed to numerous significant projects. Her leadership was instrumental in project execution, resource management, and ensuring successful project outcomes.
Early Career Positions
Roberts' early career includes roles in several well-known firms. She was a Section Engineer at Laing O'Rourke in Liverpool for a year from 2005 to 2006. Prior to that, she served as an Engineer at Ramboll UK in Manchester from 2002 to 2005, where she honed her engineering skills. These positions provided her with foundational experience in civil and architectural engineering.
Education and Professional Credentials
Catherine Darby Roberts holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree in Civil & Architectural Engineering from the University of Bath. She achieved her Chartered Member status with the Institution of Civil Engineers. These academic and professional credentials underscore her expertise and commitment to the field of civil engineering.
Notable Projects and Contributions
Throughout her career, Roberts has contributed to several high-profile projects. She worked on the Stirling Award-nominated Art & Design Building at Manchester Metropolitan University, participated in the development of High Speed 2 and the Singapore Sports Hub, and was involved in the Olympic Legacy Park Site Development in Sheffield. Additionally, she played a key role in the Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project during the tender stage.