Dr James Glastonbury

Dr. James Glastonbury is a seasoned professional in engineering and innovation, currently serving as the Chief Engineering and Innovation Officer and Group Executive for Health Safety Environment at Aveng since March 2025. Previously held the position of Executive General Manager for Engineering, Technology & Innovation at McConnell Dowell from June 2021 to March 2025. Dr. Glastonbury's extensive experience includes roles such as Technical Director and Engineering Director at Laing O'Rourke, as well as leadership positions at Parsons Brinckerhoff, URS Corporation, and Coffey, focusing on geotechnical engineering and operations management. Dr. Glastonbury holds a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of New South Wales and dual bachelor's degrees in Geology and Civil Engineering from the University of Sydney.