
Ernie Crawford
Roads UK, Ireland and India, WSP
head of profession
Ernie Crawford
Ernie Crawford, BEng (Hons), FCIHT, MICE, is a highly accomplished International Chartered Civil Engineer with over 32 years of experience in major Highways and Transportation projects. He has expertise in design, project/design management, and delivery. Ernie has led significant projects in the Middle East, including the award-winning Dubai Water Canal and the ITS2020 project.
In the UK and Ireland, he has delivered major motorways and dual carriageway projects, led a PPP Services Areas contract, and directed a road research framework. Currently, Ernie leads a team of over 800 people, driving technical excellence through Lean and continual improvement, and innovative technology integration. He is dedicated to upskilling his team and fostering collaboration, focusing on knowledge management, digital innovation, and sustainability.