
Nam Jo Kim
Principal Engineer
Brisbane, QLD
About NAM JO KIM
Nam Jo Kim is a Principal Engineer with over 12 years of experience in the field of structural engineering. In his current role, Nam Jo serves as the structural lead and project manager, delivering successful outcomes across complex engineering projects. He provides high-level structural expertise and guidance to resolve intricate design challenges. Nam Jo holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from the University of Sydney and a Master of Science (Structures) from the National University of Singapore. His technical proficiency spans a wide array of structural engineering disciplines, including design optimisation, construction engineering, and the design of reinforced and post-tensioned concrete and steel structures.
Throughout his career, Nam Jo has taken on significant leadership roles, contributing to the successful delivery of high-profile developments across sectors such as commercial, mixed-use, transport, data centres, and arts and culture. Notable projects include the Paya Lebar Quarter Mixed-use Development, the 637 Flinders Street Refurbishment, Arts Centre Melbourne, and SSTOM Western Sydney Stations. He is known for his collaborative, client-focused approach, delivering practical and cost-effective solutions that align with architectural aspirations. Nam Jo’s areas of expertise include advanced analysis, deep basements, top-down construction, lateral stability, vibration analysis, and modular precast construction. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng), a member of Engineers Australia (MIEAust – Structural), listed on the National Engineering Register (NER), and a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ).
Outside of work, Nam Jo enjoys experiencing different cultures, attending live music events, and spending quality time with his family. He brings a thoughtful and human-centred perspective to all his professional engagements and his guiding vision is to always exceed the success of his previous projects by embracing creativity, maintaining efficiency, and applying his core engineering expertise to deliver enduring, innovative outcomes.
Education
- Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Structural), University of Sydney
- Masters of Science (Structural), National University of Singapore
Expertise
- Complex Structures and Advanced Analysis
- Construction Engineering
- Reinforced and Post Tensioned Concrete Design
- Steel Design
- Lateral Stability Analysis and Design
- Precast modular construction