Jon Hurt
About Jon Hurt
Jon Hurt is a Principal and Global Tunnel Design Leader at Arup, based in New York, with extensive experience in tunnel engineering.
Title at Arup
Jon Hurt currently holds the title of Arup Fellow/Principal (Tunnel Engineer) at Arup. Based in New York, he has been contributing to the firm since 1998. In his role, Jon leads initiatives and projects related to tunnel engineering, supervising and participating in key infrastructure projects.
Global Tunnel Design Leader
As Global Tunnel Design Leader at Arup, Jon Hurt oversees the development and execution of tunnel projects worldwide. His role involves providing expert guidance and technical leadership on multifaceted tunnel engineering endeavors. Jon has significantly contributed to several high-profile international projects, leveraging his extensive expertise in tunnel design and construction.
Career Background in Engineering
Jon Hurt's career in engineering spans over two decades. Prior to joining Arup, Jon accumulated experience at Bechtel, where he worked as a Tunnel Engineer from 1996 to 1998. Earlier in his career, he served as a Tunnel Shift Engineer at Soletanche Bachy from 1995 to 1996, and as a Graduate Civil Engineer at Faber Maunsell from 1993 to 1995. He also held a pre-university position at Faber Maunsell from 1989 to 1990.
Educational Background
Jon Hurt studied at the University of Cambridge, where he earned an MA in Engineering from 1990 to 1993. This foundational education provided him with the skills and knowledge necessary to advance in the field of civil and tunnel engineering.
Leadership and Project Involvement
Jon Hurt has made significant contributions to various projects throughout his career. He has chaired the Community Engagement for the Americas at Arup, demonstrating his commitment to stakeholder involvement. Jon has been involved in the technical review of the Tuen Mun-Chek Lap Kok Tunnels and served as a technical advisor for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project. Additionally, he led tunnel design efforts for the Jubilee Line Extension and contributed to the design of the Channel Tunnel Rail Link (now High Speed 1) in the UK.