Speakers

Dr. Fangjie (Sam) Chen is a Technical Director, Materials and Durability lead at Mott MacDonald, based in Melbourne, Australia. He leads multidisciplinary initiatives that advance the use of sustainable construction materials and long-term durability strategies for complex infrastructure. With over a decade of experience across research, consulting, and project delivery, Sam has been instrumental in driving industry-first innovations such as calcined clay concrete and predictive durability modelling for iconic structures. He collaborates closely with government agencies, asset owners, contractors, and universities to shape policy, reform specifications, and influence material supply chains.