Chu Ho, Sc.D., MSc, Dic, B Eng Hons
About Chu Ho, Sc.D., MSc, Dic, B Eng Hons
Chu Ho, Sc.D., MSc, BEng Hons, is an Associate at Arup in New York with extensive experience in geotechnical engineering, including leadership roles in major infrastructure projects.
Current Role at Arup
Chu Ho is currently an Associate at Arup, based in New York. He joined the company in 2005 and has been significantly contributing to various geotechnical engineering projects.
Previous Experience at Presscrete Engineering
Chu Ho previously served as the General Manager at Presscrete Engineering in Singapore from 1995 to 1999. During his tenure, he gained extensive managerial experience and contributed to several engineering projects.
Role at Ove Arup and Partners
Between 1986 and 1995, Chu Ho worked as an Associate at Ove Arup and Partners in Singapore. During this period, he engaged in various engineering projects, deepening his expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Chu Ho's educational journey includes a Sc.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from MIT, completed between 1999 and 2005. He also holds an MSc/DIC in Engineering Rock Mechanics from Imperial College of Science and Technology, London, earned in 1985. Additionally, he obtained a BEng Honors in Civil Engineering from the National University of Singapore in 1984.
Major Project Involvements
Chu Ho has been involved in several high-profile projects, including leading the geotechnical engineering efforts for the design and construction of four stations for the MTA Second Avenue Subway Phase 1 Project in Manhattan, NYC. He also served as the Geotechnical Lead for the NYCDEP Kenisco-Eastview Connection Tunnel Phase 2 Project in New York and the MBTA Green Line Extension Project in Boston, Massachusetts.
Leadership Roles at Arup
Chu Ho has held several leadership roles at Arup. He served as the Americas Region Geotechnical Skills Network Leader from 2013 to 2015. He is currently the New York Group Leader for Geotechnics, underscoring his significant contributions to the firm's geotechnical engineering capabilities.