Matt Chilvers
About Matt Chilvers
Matt Chilvers is the Associate Director and Transport Modelling Lead at Arup, with over 23 years of experience in transport modelling and a fellowship with the Chartered Institute for Logistics and Transport.
Title and Current Position
Matt Chilvers currently holds the position of Associate Director and Transport Modelling Lead at Arup. He has been working in this role since 2020, based in London. His responsibilities include providing strategic direction and technical governance for transport modelling and appraisal efforts within the company.
Previous Roles at WSP
Before joining Arup, Matt Chilvers built a significant portion of his career at WSP. His tenure at WSP spanned from 2003 to 2020, where he held various roles including Technical Director, Associate Director, Associate, Principal Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Engineer. These roles were based primarily in Hertford. His experience at WSP solidified his expertise in the field of transport modelling and planning.
Educational Background
Matt Chilvers has a strong academic background in transport planning and mathematics. He holds a Master's degree (MSc) in Transport Planning and Management from the University of Westminster, earned between 2004 and 2006. Additionally, he has a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics, and Economics from the University of Warwick, completed between 1998 and 2001.
Professional Engagements and Contributions
Matt Chilvers has been actively engaged with various professional bodies and government departments. He has collaborated with the Department for Transport to update guidance and implement innovative modelling tools. He supports Sub National Transport bodies by aiding them in developing their evidence bases through advanced modelling techniques. His contributions extend to enhancing transport modelling capabilities at Arup by working with other modelling hubs and developing new capabilities that add value to projects.
Industry Experience and Expertise
With over 23 years of experience, Matt Chilvers is a seasoned expert in the specification, development, and application of operational and strategic transport models. At Arup, he focuses on embedding data analytics methodologies into modelling teams to improve transport modelling processes. Matt also holds a fellowship with the Chartered Institute for Logistics and Transport, underscoring his professional standing and expertise in the field.