Nancy Chen
About Nancy Chen
Nancy Chen is a Manager in Finance and Economics at Arup, with experience in consultancy and analysis roles across various firms in Australia. She holds a Master of Advanced Finance from Monash University and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne.
Current Position at Arup
Nancy Chen currently serves as the Manager of Finance and Economics at Arup since 2021. In this role, Nancy is responsible for overseeing financial operations and economic analyses that guide strategic decision-making. Her tenure at Arup builds on her extensive background in finance and economics, contributing to the firm's growth and project success.
Previous Experience in Finance and Economics
Nancy Chen's career includes various roles within prominent firms. Prior to her current position, she was a Consultant in Finance and Economics at Arup from 2019 to 2021 in Melbourne, Australia. She has also worked with Macquarie Group as an Analyst in Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets (MIRA) for four months in Sydney, Australia. Additionally, Nancy held roles at PwC Australia and Hastings Funds Management, further solidifying her expertise in financial analysis and economic strategy.
Educational Background
Nancy Chen holds a Master of Advanced Finance from Monash University, obtained in 2021. She also earned a Bachelor of Commerce, specialized in Accounting and Finance, from the University of Melbourne, graduating in 2017. Her foundational education was completed at Camberwell Girls' Grammar School, where she studied from 2008 to 2013.
Project Leadership and Contributions
Nancy Chen has demonstrated significant leadership in various economic and financial projects. She led the economic analysis for the Kamay Ferry Wharves Strategic and Full Business Case and managed the Coastal Infrastructure Investment Framework development. Nancy also developed a model to analyze waste movements in ACT, aiming to design a waste levy to enhance resource recovery rates. Her work includes assessing economic impacts of a direct maritime freight service in the Pilbara region and conducting a commercial analysis for an entertainment precinct in NSW. Additionally, she assessed the financial viability of developments proposed in Hong Kong by the Urban Renewal Authority and provided funding gap analysis for the Malaysia Rail Link project.