Lucy McHugh

Lucy is a highly dependable Civil & Water Engineer who strives to work within teams to deliver high-quality civil engineering design solutions. She understands the importance of building client relationships to understand their needs and deliver the best outcomes for any project, focusing on designs that demonstrate hydraulic efficiency, improve stormwater quality and quantity, and provide cost-effective solutions.

Lucy has extensively developed her technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities through working on a wide range of projects including industrial, commercial, community, education, and residential subdivision developments. She is proficient in relevant software such as MUSIC, DRAINS, AutoCAD, Civil3D, and Navisworks, with excellent capabilities in sediment and erosion control design, bulk earthworks, site levels and grading, stormwater drainage systems, pavement design, and utility coordination.

Her portfolio includes significant infrastructure projects such as the $11 billion Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport and $250 million Sydney Metro West-Clyde project, where she designed major water infrastructure including 850m twin DN1200 watermains. Lucy has also contributed to the £1.3 billion A66 Trans-Pennine Highway in England, handling complex road design elements including dual carriageway and grade-separated junctions.

Lucy’s technical expertise spans detailed design of stormwater systems, water main relocations, sewer design, and comprehensive 3D modelling with clash detection capabilities. Her experience with projects for clients including Hunter Water, Sydney Metro, and major commercial developments demonstrates her versatility in delivering complex civil engineering solutions across diverse sectors and project scales.