Michael Austin

Michael Austin is an experienced engineering professional with expertise in infrastructure planning and water resources management. Currently serving as Managing Director and Principal Planning Engineer at UrbanDAC since August 2018, Michael has also held roles at Stantec as Principal Planning Engineer and Senior Infrastructure Planning Engineer, contributing to projects for various clients, including Logan Water and the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (Australia). Additional experience includes positions at Digital Water Solutions, AECOM, and City of Gold Coast, focusing on major infrastructure and water engineering projects. Michael's education includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and a Graduate Certificate in International Relations from The University of Queensland. Prior military service in the Australian Army, combined with diverse engineering roles, underscores a robust professional background.