Matthew Chiu
About Matthew Chiu
Matthew Chiu is a Construction Site Engineer at Arup in Hong Kong, with experience in various engineering roles and a background in geology.
Company
Matthew Chiu is currently working at Arup as a Construction Site Engineer. Arup is a globally recognized firm providing engineering, design, planning, and consulting services. Matthew has held this position since 2020 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR. His work at Arup is instrumental in managing and monitoring contractors, ensuring compliance with building codes, and implementing advanced digital tools for site management.
Title and Role
Matthew Chiu holds the title of Construction Site Engineer at Arup. In this role, he is responsible for facilitating weekly onsite visits and joint inspections, ensuring compliance with progress, quality, and environmental standards. He also manages and monitors two main contractors for the construction of a multi-story commercial building and develops solutions for resolving daily conflicts with frontline contractors.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Chiu achieved a Bachelor of Science (BSc) from The University of Hong Kong, studying from 2012 to 2015. He also completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at the Canadian International School of Hong Kong from 2010 to 2012. His academic background has equipped him with extensive knowledge in construction engineering and geology, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Professional Background
Matthew Chiu has a diverse professional background. He began his career as a Winter Intern at Fugro from 2014 to 2015, followed by a Summer Intern position at Dragon Global Group for one year. Later, he worked as a Graduate/Assistant Geologist at Arup from 2015 to 2017, and subsequently as an Assistant Resident Engineer in Macau from 2018 to 2020. His extensive experience in different roles has honed his skills in construction management and site engineering.
Project Management and Site Engineering
Matthew Chiu has implemented significant projects during his tenure at Arup. He developed a virtual site visit system utilizing three digital tools and the Moodle platform to enhance knowledge sharing and capture lessons learned. He has also been instrumental in ensuring that the construction processes adhere to Hong Kong's building codes and Arup's designs, by managing and monitoring contractors systematically.