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POH HUAT MENG BENJAMIN

POH HUAT MENG BENJAMIN

Singapore

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented, with a keen ability to drive innovation and collaboration within diverse teams. Possessing a forward-thinking mindset, consistently leveraging creativity and strategic thinking to propel projects forward and achieve exceptional outcomes. High-level of adaptability and proactive approach, excellent at navigating complex scenarios and driving positive change. Eager to contribute my expertise and collaborative spirit to foster growth and success in any professional setting.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head - Airport Planning and Development

GMR Group
09.2022 - Current
  • Heading the airport planning and development functions of GMR airports outside of India
  • Responsible for business development for international airports pursuit outside of India such as Ninoy Aquino International Airport PPP, Philippines.

Technical Director

Changi Airport International
01.2016 - 08.2022
  • Worked on various airport planning projects, such as the New Phnom Penh International Airport in Cambodia, Quang Tri Airport in Vietnam, Shenzhen Airport's Heart of the Bay, new Xiamen Airport in China, Clark International Airport, Ninoy Aquino International Airport in the Philippines and Damman's King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia.
  • Project Manager for the upgrading of bus gate projects at Singapore Changi Airport.

Associate Director, Asia, Aviation

AECOM
04.2011 - 12.2015
  • Worked on airport projects such as the Singapore Changi Airport land use study for 140 mppa, master plan for U-Tapao Pattaya International Airport in Thailand, master plan for Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, feasibility study of fixed ground services at Changi Airport, feasibility study of New Manila International Airport for 100mppa, master plan of Boracay (Caticlan) International Airport and the upgrading of Anduki Airfield in Brunei.

Airport Planner

Netherlands Airport Consultants (NACO)
08.2008 - 03.2011
  • Worked on airport master projects such as the National Airports Master Plan of Malaysia, Beijing 2nd International Airport in China, International airports in China such as Chengdu Shuangliu, Shenzhen Bao'an, New Kunming, Hangzhou Xiaoshan, Nanjing Lukou, Shenyang Taoxian, Chongqing Jiangbei, Zhengzhou Xinzheng and Yantai Chaoshui.

Engineer (Airport Planning)

Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
02.2000 - 07.2008
  • Maintenance of civil and structural facilities at Singapore Changi Airport.
  • Airport planning studies (airside and terminal) to increase capacity, improve flow.
  • Capital project management such as Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 3 development, Budget Terminal development, and A&A works at Terminal 2.
  • Overseas consultancy works in New Delhi Airport and Abu Dhabi Airport.

Education

MBA - International Business

University of Greenwich
London
06.2024

Certificate - Airport Terminal Planning And Design (Distinction)

International Air Transport Association (IATA)
Singapore

Bachelor of Building - Construction Management & Economics

National University of Singapore

Diploma in Civil & Structural Engineering -

Singapore Polytechnic

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Organizational Skills

Born

31/03/1977

Languages

English and Mandarin

Professional Highlights

I have over 25 years of direct aviation experience both in the role of an airport operator and as an airport consultant. My core strength is in airport strategic planning, airport planning and development where I have accumulated valuable experiences over the years and at major airports in the Asia Pacific Region. The other spectrum of my expertise is in airport investment, where I accumulated valuable experiences during my current time with GMR Airport and previous stint with Changi Airport International. 


In recent times, I found my calling and passion to undertake research. My aim is to actively engage in research initiatives aimed at advancing knowledge within the industry. Topics of interest could be sustainable aviation, passenger experience innovations, airport technologies, airport resilience strategies, any critical issues facing the aviation sector, or investigation of the impact of certain aviation policies in a specific market. 

Personal Information

Nationality: Singaporean

Timeline

Head - Airport Planning and Development

GMR Group
09.2022 - Current

Technical Director

Changi Airport International
01.2016 - 08.2022

Associate Director, Asia, Aviation

AECOM
04.2011 - 12.2015

Airport Planner

Netherlands Airport Consultants (NACO)
08.2008 - 03.2011

Engineer (Airport Planning)

Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
02.2000 - 07.2008

MBA - International Business

University of Greenwich

Certificate - Airport Terminal Planning And Design (Distinction)

International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Bachelor of Building - Construction Management & Economics

National University of Singapore

Diploma in Civil & Structural Engineering -

Singapore Polytechnic
POH HUAT MENG BENJAMIN