James Harrington
About James Harrington
James Harrington is an Assistant Project Manager at Arup with a background in chemical engineering and project management, and a passion for the water sector.
Title and Current Position
James Harrington is an Assistant Project Manager currently working at Arup in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He began this role in 2021 and is actively involved in project management within the company.
Previous Professional Experience
James Harrington previously worked at Advisian as a Consultant and Project Manager from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was an Undergraduate Intern at the same company from 2017 to 2021. He also gained experience as a Coach at St Ignatius College from 2014 to 2015, and worked as a Barista at Riverview Deli from 2014 to 2015.
Education Background
James Harrington completed his higher education at the University of Sydney, where he studied Chemical Engineering and Project Management from 2014 to 2019. Before that, he completed his high school education at St Ignatius College, attending from 2006 to 2013.
Skills and Expertise
Over the course of his career, James Harrington has developed core skills in contract, time, and cost management through mentorship and hands-on experience as a Project Management Consultant. His career started within project offices, where he gained foundational experience in project management, preparing him for his current role.
Passion for the Water Sector
James Harrington has a strong passion for the water sector, focusing on the impact of water usage and management on environmental and community health. This interest drives his dedication to projects and initiatives aimed at improving water management practices.