Tim Parker

Tim Parker is the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Government’s High Speed Rail Authority responsible for leading the development of a national high speed rail network in Australia.
With more than 30 years of experience in mega projects in Asia and Australia, Tim brings to the role extensive leadership and project experience in developing and delivering complex infrastructure projects.
Tim was previously Head of Delivery for Australia’s biggest public transport project, Sydney Metro, from 2018 to 2024. In this role he provided leadership, strategy and governance across a portfolio of innovative automated metro rail projects, covering front-end development, delivery management, contract negotiation and contract management with a total value of more than AU$50 billion.
Tim is an experienced and influential leader, bringing a measured and flexible approach to issue resolution and risk management – motivating teams and building strong partnerships between client and delivery partners.
His notable mega project experience includes Hong Kong International Airport, Epping to Chatswood Rail Link, Sydney’s new convention centre at Darling Harbour, Sydney’s NorthConnex road tunnel and Sydney Metro.