Petter Matthews

Executive Director

Petter has been the Executive Director of EAP since 2000 and part of the original team which established EAP as a leading charity on infrastructure integrity. He is a global leader in infrastructure governance, with more than 40 years’ experience across the built environment and international development.

Petter began his career in the construction industry before advising on post-apartheid urban development in South Africa. A recognised anti-corruption expert, he has chaired the C20 Infrastructure Working Group and serves on the OECD Anti-Corruption Leaders Hub. In 2021, he was awarded an MBE for services to engineering and international development.

Outside work, he is devoted to his young daughter, who is currently teaching him about life…