HKA boosts Advisory team with hire of Adam Smith

Global consulting firm HKA has boosted its Advisory team in Australia with Adam Smith.

Appointed a Principal, based out of the firm’s Brisbane office, Adam Smith brings with him over 20 years of experience in project management strategy, commercial advisory, procurement, and the delivery of infrastructure projects to HKA. He has experience across diverse sectors, including transport, infrastructure, defence, and renewable energy.

Smith joins HKA from Aurecon, where he was a Managing Principal and lead of the company’s national Commercial Advisory business. Before that, he held a CxO role at Quartile One (an asset management company) and spent over six years at EIG (part of RPS), where he was an advisor and worked on numerous construction projects in the transport, health and housing sectors.

Among other roles, Smith worked for the Department of Transport and Main Roads, acting as a program director, overseeing the delivery and implementation of major projects in Brisbane.

On his move to HKA, Smith said: “I’m excited to be joining HKA’s Advisory team and contributing to the organisation’s ongoing success. With a strong focus on delivering value to our clients, I look forward to leveraging my experience to help navigate complex challenges, drive strategic outcomes and support the delivery of critical infrastructure projects. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of excellence and innovation in the industry.”

“Adam’s extensive experience and strategic leadership will be invaluable as we continue to expand our advisory offerings in Queensland and across Australia,” said Dafydd Wyn Owen, Partner and Advisory Lead for International. “Adam’s ability to navigate complex business challenges and drive substantial growth aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional value to our clients.”

Mike Pitt, Partner and Advisory Lead for APAC, added: “Adam’s expertise in leading organisations through transformational growth and his strong networks across Australia make him a perfect fit for our team. We look forward to leveraging his insights and experience to further enhance our advisory capabilities and support our clients’ success.”

Adam Smith holds a Bachelor of Commerce, is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA), and holds a Diploma of Applied Finance and Investment. He is also a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and an Accredited Speaker with the National Speakers Association (Australia).

Last year, HKA’s Advisory team was named among Australia’s leading consultants for program and project management services.