David Hudson is a highly respected civil engineer and business leader with over five decades of experience in the engineering and construction contracting industry across Australia, the Pacific, Asia, and Southern Africa.
Since 2016, David has served as Non-Executive Chairman of VAE Group, guiding the company through a period of strong growth and stability. His distinguished career includes senior executive roles such as Managing Director of Barclay Mowlem Limited and Executive General Manager of Risk at Leighton Holdings. David has also held governance roles on numerous boards, providing strategic leadership and oversight on major infrastructure projects and corporate risk.
A Fellow of Engineers Australia, the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, and the Australian Institute of Company Directors, David brings exceptional expertise in corporate governance, operational leadership, and innovation. He has received multiple industry awards, including recognition as one of Australia’s Top 100 Most Influential Engineers and Risk Manager of the Year.
David’s continued mentorship and commitment to excellence make him a pivotal figure in the ongoing success of VAE Group.