Tony Barry, a consulting engineer, has designed and project managed numerous large and innovative infrastructure projects. He is now Chief Operating Officer of Connell Wagner, one of Australia's largest and prestigious consulting engineering firms. His contribution during the past decade has resulted in the firm becoming a mjor force in Asia Pacific. His projects have recieved the accolades of his peers on numerous occasions and he is a recent Professional Engineer of the Year in NSW. His expertise in risk management and project delivery methods has been acknowledged internationally. He has chaired the Association of Consulting Engineers Australia (ACEA), the industry's peak body, with distinction through significant change.