Josh Symonds
About Josh Symonds
Josh Symonds is the Australasia Data Leader and Advanced Digital Engineering leader at Arup, with extensive experience in spatial and data engineering, and a background in civil drafting and GIS.
Company
Josh Symonds currently works at Arup as the Australasia Data Leader in Advanced Digital Engineering and serves as the Australasia Digital Skills Network Leader. He has been with the company since 2008.
Title
Josh Symonds holds the titles of Australasia Data Leader in Advanced Digital Engineering and Australasia Digital Skills Network Leader at Arup. Additionally, he is the Regional Leader for Spatial & Data Engineering.
Education and Expertise
Josh Symonds has an established educational background in data analytics and geographic information science. He earned a Big Data/Data Analytics certificate from UCL between 2015 and 2016 and received a Diploma in GIS from The Manchester Metropolitan University in 2013. He also holds multiple certifications in CAD drafting and environmental sustainable work practices.
Professional Background
Before joining Arup, Josh Symonds worked in various engineering and drafting roles. He served as a Senior Civil Drafter at SMEC from 2007 to 2008 and as a Technical Officer at Cairns Regional Council in 2007. Additionally, he was a Civil Drafter at Connell Wagner in 2006, and a Survey Drafter at C & B Group from 2002 to 2006.
Achievements and Contributions
Josh Symonds played a crucial role in creating customized CADD tools used across multiple Arup projects in Australasia. He is responsible for the implementation of GIS on infrastructure projects, including data sourcing and conversion for optimal use. He developed and introduced GIS/FME skills to the Australasian region, enabling automation and integration between CADD and GIS for improved design and analysis.