Matthew DeBoer, AIA

“Empowering people to do great things alongside our partners is at the core of who we are.”

As the global director of transportation architecture, Matt plays a pivotal role in steering our delivery of innovative, integrated design solutions for complex transportation projects around the world. Leading a team of talented transportation architecture professionals who deliver high-performing facilities, Matt focuses on design solutions that enhance the passenger experience and meet operational and community needs. His previous leadership roles, including serving as our director of community architecture, give him a unique perspective on the value and growing importance of community engagement and its role in driving meaningful outcomes.

With nearly two decades of experience, Matt brings a strong design background and a proven track record of delivering impactful projects across diverse geographies. Award-winning project designs range from local community-focused projects in Omaha, Nebraska, to large-scale global developments in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. With global perspective and local context, Matt understands the unique challenges and opportunities transportation clients face and leads a multidisciplinary team that develops solutions that are both contextually responsive and resilient. An active participant in the American Institute of Architects, Nebraska chapter, Matt has previously served as President of both AIA Nebraska and AIA Omaha.