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Leon de Beer
I am a structural engineer with extensive experience in the building industry, specializing in the delivery of mid- to high-rise buildings and data centres. Over the course of my career, I have developed expertise in leading and delivering complex, bespoke solutions for clients across multiple sectors.
As a collaborative team member, I bring a strong, goal-oriented approach combined with creative problem-solving skills. My local experience and close partnerships with contractors have given me a deep understanding of how constructability and supply chain considerations shape and enhance the design process.
Technical Director
Project experience
Melbourne Airport | Melbourne, Australia | Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) – APAM
Structural Lead
Leon is the lead structural engineer for the complex structural design and redevelopment of the elevated road and forecourt at Melbourne Airport. The project includes a new drop-off area and pedestrian link bridges, with a wide range of structural challenges—from strengthening existing slabs to designing new long-span bridges.
NEXTDC M2 Development (Stages 3, 5, 6 & 8) | Melbourne, Australia | NEXTDC
Structural Lead
Leon served as the lead structural engineer across multiple stages of the NEXTDC M2 development, which included a 6000sqm mission-critical office building, a 10000sqm data centre, and a 2-level substation building. His responsibilities encompassed overall project delivery, structural analysis, design, and documentation of key elements such as lateral stability systems, foundations, and in-ground structures. These projects demanded innovative solutions to meet stringent post-disaster and mission-critical requirements, ensuring resilience and reliability for high-performance facilities.
NEXTDC S3 Data Centre | Sydney, Australia | NEXTDC
Structural Lead
NEXTDC S3 is set to become Australia’s largest data centre, with an estimated value of $1BN. Leon was responsible for the structural analysis, design, and documentation of lateral stability systems, foundations, and in-ground structures for this mega project.
Northumberland Main Building | Melbourne, Australia | Grocon
Structural Engineer & Modeller
Northumberland is a twelve-level office development designed by award-winning architectural firm John Wardle Architects, with a strong focus on environmental and social sustainability. Leon contributed to redesign changes, detailed design, and documentation of the steel structure with composite floors, while reviewing lateral stability effects on the side cores.
Northumberland Companion Building | Melbourne, Australia | Grocon
Structural Engineer
Leon was responsible for the structural analysis, detailed design, and documentation of the companion five-level office building, including its precast façade and walls. These elements support CLT floors and act as the building’s lateral support system.
Treasury Square Tender Design | Melbourne, Australia | Mirvac
Structural Engineer
This large-scale development comprises a podium structure with basements and multiple 20–30 storey commercial and residential towers. Leon contributed to innovative structural solutions to overcome complex site constraints and unlock the site’s potential.
60 Bathurst (formerly 286 Sussex Street) | Sydney, Australia | Ausbao
Project Leader & Structural Engineer
This AU$150M mixed-use hotel and residential tower in Sydney CBD stands 100m tall and comprises 33 storeys. Leon led the structural analysis, design, and documentation of the tower’s lateral stability and vertical elements, which include a post-tensioned flat slab system supported by reinforced concrete columns and walls.
King & Phillip Residences (formerly 148 King Street) | Sydney, Australia | Galileo Group
Structural Engineer & Modeller
This AU$300M mixed-use development includes hotel and residential components in Sydney CBD. Leon was responsible for the lateral stability analysis, design, and documentation of the structure, which features a post-tensioned flat slab system supported by reinforced concrete columns and walls.
Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | Development Victoria
Structural Engineer & Modeller
As part of the master plan to redevelop Melbourne’s Arts Precinct, Leon undertook structural analysis and lateral stability checks of the existing structure, developed a detailed Revit model, and contributed to the schematic design package for new works.
Macquarie Island Modernisation Project | Macquarie Island, Australia | Australian Antarctic Division
Structural Lead
Leon led the structural design for this highly complex project, which required bespoke solutions for modular construction, transport, erection, and extreme loading conditions in a remote and challenging environment.
MRPA Greensborough & Frankston | Melbourne, Australia | MRPA
Structural Lead
Leon is the lead structural engineer for two major transport infrastructure projects: a three-level bus interchange and car park at Greensborough Station, and a six-level car park structure at Frankston Station.