James Astbury

James Astbury is a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Arup's Manchester office, where they focus on geotechnical design consultancy across various sectors, including energy, rail, and highways. With over eight years of industry experience, James has held previous positions at Wardell Armstrong LLP and WSP in the UK, where they contributed significantly to ground engineering projects. James earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Geological Hazards from the University of Portsmouth, achieving a First Class Honours degree, followed by a Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering Geology from the University of Leeds, where they graduated with merit.