GHD, which operates across the markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation, has an established presence across the United States, with a strong footprint in Texas. With more than 12,000 employees in 160 offices worldwide, GHD brings local market knowledge and a deep understanding of the infrastructure needs of clients and communities across the region.
Founded in 1979 and employing more than 2,400 people worldwide, BMD has built a reputation in civil engineering and construction, delivering complex infrastructure projects across aviation, rail, ports, water and wastewater, highways, defense, energy and land development.
GHD and BMD have previously worked together on infrastructure projects in Australia, particularly in the transportation and aviation sectors, bringing together complementary engineering, advisory and construction capabilities.
BMD CEO Scott Power said the company sees strong opportunities in Texas, citing a robust heavy civil pipeline and a business culture aligned with BMD’s values and approach to delivery.
“After exploring the North America market over the past two years, we are excited to bring BMD’s capabilities and way of doing business to the U.S. market,” he said.
“This expansion aligns with BMD’s broader growth strategy, establishing a platform for future growth into larger and more complex infrastructure works. We are an experienced global infrastructure business, bringing diverse civil capability to a new market.”
The collaboration with GHD will help BMD establish its presence in the region by leveraging GHD’s local insight and understanding of the U.S. infrastructure landscape.
“Texas is an important market for GHD, where we have an established presence and a strong understanding of local clients, communities and infrastructure needs,” said Juan Zorrilla, GHD’s Regional General Manager – Central.
“BMD’s decision to enter the Texas market brings additional construction capability that aligns well with our technical and advisory knowledge. Having worked together on major infrastructure projects in Australia, we see real opportunity to collaborate and deliver strong outcomes for clients in the U.S.”