We are pleased to announce the appointment of Salvatore Lacaria as our new Chief Executive Officer, effective 13 January 2025.
Salvatore brings over two decades of leadership experience in delivering multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects across the transport, energy, utilities, and defence sectors. With a proven track record in integrated project controls, PMO, risk management, and commercial strategy, Salvatore has consistently driven growth and innovation in the infrastructure industry.
His impressive career includes serving as Partner at KPMG Australia, where he was instrumental in delivering the $11.5 billion Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport PMO project. Salvatore also held leadership roles at Tenix (Downer), Jacobs and Aquenta Consulting, overseeing complex projects in transport, utilities, and defence.
“I am honoured to join MI Engineers at such a pivotal time,” said Salvatore. “I look forward to building on the company’s legacy and driving new opportunities for growth, innovation, and sustainability, particularly in the transport, water, and energy sectors. Together with our dedicated team, we will continue to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients while advancing toward net-zero targets.”
Rob MacDonald, Founder and Non-Executive Director of MI Engineers, praised Salvatore’s appointment, saying, “Salvatore is the ideal leader to guide MI Engineers through its next chapter of growth. His depth of experience across diverse infrastructure projects, combined with a forward-thinking approach to client partnerships and sustainability, makes him uniquely positioned to drive innovation and expand our capabilities.”
As we embark on this exciting new chapter, MI Engineers remains committed to delivering exceptional services while embracing technology and sustainability as key drivers of growth.