Roger Swinbourne
About Roger Swinbourne
Roger Swinbourne is an Associate Principal at Arup in Sydney, Australia, with extensive experience in sustainability and urban planning.
Current Position at Arup
Roger Swinbourne is currently serving as the Associate Principal at Arup since 2018. Based in Sydney, Australia, he has played a significant role in various sustainability initiatives and infrastructure projects. His involvement includes steering the sustainability strategy for the Canberra Light Rail C2W project and contributing to the Western Sydney Airport Sustainable Infrastructure Servicing Strategy.
Previous Roles at AECOM
Before joining Arup, Roger Swinbourne was employed by AECOM in Sydney, Australia. He held the position of Technical Director from 2017 to 2018, following a five-year tenure as Associate Director, Design + Planning from 2011 to 2016. In these roles, he was responsible for the strategic planning and sustainability considerations of numerous projects, leveraging his extensive expertise in sustainable urban development.
Earlier Career in Urban Planning and Sustainability
Roger Swinbourne's career began with his work at Reid Campbell as an Urban Planner from 1998 to 2000. He then served as an Assistant Specialist Planner at the City of Sydney from 2000 to 2002. His career continued to evolve, focusing on sustainability when he became a Senior Transport Planner at Sustainable Energy - London from 2002 to 2004. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Manidis Roberts from 2005 to 2008 and then as an Associate Director - Sustainability at Urbis from 2008 to 2011.
Regional Sustainability Lead at Arup
In his capacity as the Regional Sustainability Lead within the Infrastructure Business at Arup, Roger Swinbourne has significantly influenced sustainable infrastructure practices. His efforts are exemplified by his work on the Circular Quay Sustainability Framework and his participation in the NSW Decarbonisation Expert Reference Panel. His leadership has been vital in advancing Arup's sustainability goals across major infrastructure projects in the region.
Sustainability Projects and Research Initiatives
Throughout his career, Roger Swinbourne has been actively involved in conducting research and developing strategies focused on sustainability. Notably, he has performed research on the delivery of zero energy and carbon-ready buildings and developed the Rouse Hill Sustainability Strategy and Net Zero Pathway. These projects reflect his dedication to fostering sustainable development and reducing carbon footprints in urban settings.