Matt Dillon
About Matt Dillon
Matt Dillon is an Associate at Arup in London, with a background in various roles at the Department for Transport and other organizations. He holds a Master of Science from the University of London and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Manchester.
Current Position at Arup
Matt Dillon is currently an Associate at Arup, a global professional services firm renowned for its contributions to various industries. He has been with the company since 2013 and is based in London, Greater London, United Kingdom. At Arup, he brings extensive experience in project management and strategic oversight, contributing significantly to the firm's successes.
Previous Roles at Department for Transport (DfT)
Matt Dillon has held several pivotal roles at the United Kingdom's Department for Transport. From 2012 to 2013, he served as Deputy Director of the Intercity Express Programme for 11 months, and earlier in 2012, he was Deputy Director of Rolling Stock and Infrastructure Programmes for six months. From 2008 to 2012, he was the Principal Project Sponsor of the Intercity Express Programme, a tenure lasting four years. His initial role at the DfT was Project Sponsor for the West Coast Route Modernisation from 2005 to 2008.
Consultancy Experience at Steer Davies Gleave
Before joining the Department for Transport, Matt Dillon worked at Steer Davies Gleave as a Senior Consultant from 2001 to 2005. During his four-year tenure, he developed a strong foundation in consultancy, focusing on transport and infrastructure projects. This role provided him with valuable insights and skills that he later utilized in his various leadership positions.
Educational Background
Matt Dillon holds a Master of Science degree from Imperial and University Colleges, University of London, which he completed from 2000 to 2001. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Manchester, completing his undergraduate studies from 1997 to 2000. His educational background has provided a robust foundation for his professional endeavors in project management and infrastructure.
Current Role at NETLIPSE
Since 2008, Matt Dillon has been the Chair of the Business Cases Special Interest Group at NETLIPSE, a network that facilitates learning across large infrastructure projects in Europe. In this role, he oversees the development and evaluation of business cases, contributing to the strategic planning and execution of major infrastructure projects.