Michael Marriott is a multi-disciplinary built environment professional from Australia, who has advanced qualifications in landscape architecture and urban design and over 17 years of international experience working on policy, design, planning and project management of major urban development and infrastructure projects. Michael currently leads KEO Infrastructure in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he oversees the delivery of many mega and giga development projects and leads KEO Infrastructure’s business growth across the Kingdom.

Prior to his arrival in Riyadh, Michael led infrastructure, urban planning and environment policy and programmes for Manchester City Council. Michael has previously also worked in the national government of Australia, where he developed and delivered major transport and urban investment projects. Michael began his career in consulting and has worked on various urban strategies, master plans, urban design and public realm for new communities, urban regeneration, transport and infrastructure projects in Asia, Europe and South America.