2025 Rising Stars in the AEC Industry: Katherine Chan 

Senior Associate, Project Manager 

Walter P Moore 

New York, NY 

Bio: Katherine Chan, MSFE, is an accomplished project manager and façade design expert at Walter P Moore. She leads with an integrated approach that bridges architecture and engineering to create high-performance, sustainable enclosures. Katherine is a passionate educator at Columbia University and a champion of diversity through her leadership in the firm’s DEI Council. From airport terminals to cultural institutions, she has delivered innovative design solutions globally. Her contributions to academia, pro bono work, and industry advocacy reflect her commitment to equity, education, and design excellence. 

Projects & Accomplishments: Façade engineer, Singapore Changi Airport Terminal; Sustainability Pavilion, Dubai Expo 2020; Gilder Center, American Museum of Natural History; Omaha Performing Arts Center, Construction Admin Lead; Honors College, University of South Florida. 

Professional & Community Involvement: Adjunct faculty, Columbia University GSAPP; Organizer, IABSE Future of Design Conference; Member, Walter P Moore DEI Council; Partner, Design Advocates (pro bono design initiatives).