Edward Yeung
About Edward Yeung
Edward Yeung is an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in transport modelling and engineering, having held various roles at organizations such as WSP, AECOM, and the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Edward Yeung serves as an Associate Director at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various projects and providing strategic guidance. His focus includes mentoring junior staff, where he offers technical expertise and ensures quality and consistency across projects. His leadership in demand modelling workstreams has contributed to high-profile engagements, demonstrating his capability in managing complex transport projects.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Prior to his current role, Edward Yeung worked at KPMG Australia as a Manager from 2019 to 2020. During this year in Melbourne, he contributed to the firm's transport consulting services. His experience at KPMG laid the groundwork for his advancement to Associate Director, where he continues to apply his expertise in transport modelling and project management.
Background in Transport Engineering
Edward Yeung has a robust background in transport engineering, having worked in various capacities across several organizations. He was employed as a Transport Modeller at the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport for 10 months in 2013-2014. He also held positions at WSP, where he progressed from Transport Modeller to Senior Transport Modeller from 2014 to 2019, focusing on demand modelling and economic appraisal for major transport infrastructure projects.
Education and Qualifications
Edward Yeung completed his secondary education at CBC St. Kilda, where he studied subjects including English, Physics, and Mathematics from 2001 to 2006. He furthered his education at the University of Melbourne, earning a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics from 2007 to 2011. This educational foundation has equipped him with the analytical skills necessary for his career in transport engineering.
Major Projects and Contributions
Throughout his career, Edward Yeung has been involved in significant transport infrastructure projects, including the Suburban Rail Loop and the Melbourne Airport Rail Link. His role has primarily focused on demand modelling, which is critical for economic appraisal and planning in transport projects. His extensive experience in strategic transport model development has positioned him as a key contributor in the field.