Our ‘30 Under 30’ series celebrates the emerging talent helping to shape the future of civil engineering. This profile features Megan Smith, a Site Engineer at McLaughlin & Harvey whose career began with a three-month placement while studying at Abertay University.
Megan went on to work part-time with the business while completing her degree before joining full-time. She is now Site Engineer on the £90 million Stanmore Transmission Network Control Centre for National Grid near Birmingham, with responsibilities spanning engineering controls, quality assurance, surveying and support for site management.
Her achievements include a Considerate Constructors Scheme Rising Star Award and completion of her Initial Professional Development towards ICE Incorporated Engineer status. Alongside adopting drone surveying, Megan established the “You Have a Voice” operative engagement initiative, mentors trainee engineers and promotes STEM careers in schools and universities.
With ambitions to progress into a senior site-based management role, Megan combines technical expertise with a commitment to supporting colleagues and encouraging the next generation into the industry.