Aidan Cleary
About Aidan Cleary
Aidan Cleary is the Director and Ireland Transport Infrastructure Leader at Arup, with extensive experience in managing major transport projects in Ireland, the UK, and Australia.
Current Title and Role
Aidan Cleary serves as the Director and Ireland Transport Infrastructure Leader at Arup. He assumed this role in 2021 and operates out of Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. In his current position, Cleary leads key infrastructural projects and strategic development initiatives within Ireland's transport sector.
Previous Experience at Arup
Before his current role, Aidan Cleary worked as an Associate Director for Arup from 2017 to 2021, focusing on Ireland's transport infrastructure. His responsibilities included overseeing project delivery and contributing to the strategic growth of Arup's transport initiatives. His tenure at Arup spanned four years in Dublin, Leinster, Ireland.
Earlier Roles at Beca
Aidan Cleary has significant international experience, having worked at Beca in Melbourne, Australia. From 2014 to 2017, he held the role of Victorian Manager - Transport, where he led the transport team and managed business strategy, client relations, and project directorship. Prior to this, from 2011 to 2014, he served as a Senior Engineer - Transport, contributing to various transportation projects.
Educational Background
Aidan Cleary completed his BE in Civil Engineering at University College Dublin, studying from 2001 to 2005. Prior to his university education, he attended Colaiste Phobal Roscrea from 1997 to 2001. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in transport infrastructure.
Key Projects and Responsibilities
Throughout his career, Aidan Cleary has been responsible for delivering major projects such as the 2nd Runway at Dublin Airport and the N11M11 Jnc 4-14. He leads strategic transport design and construction for a confidential global manufacturing site in the east of Ireland and directs various urban and rural improvement projects for Local Authorities.
International Competition
In addition to his professional achievements, Aidan Cleary has competed internationally as a member of the Australian National Dragon Boat Team, known as the Auroras. This highlights his commitment to teamwork and excellence beyond his professional career.