GHD/WSP/Jacobs joint venture to design five new stations for Sydney Metro West project

New Sydney Metro line will expand fast, reliable transport for growing Western Sydney communities

Jacobs (NYSE: J), GHD and WSP have been appointed in a joint venture to design five new underground stations for Sydney Metro West - Stations Package West, one of the largest and most significant public transport projects currently underway in Australia. 

The 14.9-mile (24 kilometer) Sydney Metro West alignment will connect Greater Parramatta to the Sydney central business district. It will play a key role in improving access to fast, reliable public transport for growing communities, strengthening connections between Sydney’s inner and western suburbs and supporting the delivery of new housing, jobs and local services along the corridor. Stations Package West is being delivered by Gamuda as lead contractor with design by GHD, WSP and Jacobs.

The joint venture has been engaged to provide integrated engineering design services for Stations Package West – the stations at Westmead, North Strathfield, Burwood North, Five Dock and The Bays.

Sustainability will be a core focus of the design approach, with station designs targeting a 6‑Star Green Star As Built rating, reflecting a focus on high‑performance and environmentally responsible infrastructure.

Stewart Verity, Market Leader – Property & Buildings at GHD, said the project was about more than transport infrastructure. “These stations will play a critical role in shaping their surrounding precincts, improving accessibility and helping communities thrive as Sydney continues to grow. Building on our previous work across Sydney Metro West, and through our collaboration with Jacobs, WSP and Gamuda, we’re bringing together deep technical expertise with a strong focus on people, place and sustainable development outcomes.”

Stewart Verity, Market Leader – Property & Buildings at GHD, said the project was about more than transport infrastructure. “These stations will play a critical role in shaping their surrounding precincts, improving accessibility and helping communities thrive as Sydney continues to grow. Building on our previous work across Sydney Metro West, and through our collaboration with Jacobs, WSP and Gamuda, we’re bringing together deep technical expertise with a strong focus on people, place and sustainable development outcomes.”

Derek Martin, Director of Building Services at WSP, said: “The Sydney Metro West - Stations Package West is exactly the kind of integrated challenge WSP thrives on. With a strong track record delivering complex station projects for Sydney Metro, we bring deep experience, established local teams and a thorough understanding of metro requirements to deliver designs that will create a modern, world‑class metro experience for communities across Greater Sydney.”

Jacobs Executive Vice President Sinead Giblin said: “Jacobs’ appointment, alongside our JV partners, builds on our track record supporting transformative rail investments in Australia and globally. These stations will improve connections across Western Sydney while supporting economic growth and new housing along the corridor.”

Gamuda Australia Project Director Richard Petaccia said: “Gamuda is very pleased to partner with the NSW Government and the Sydney Metro Team to deliver another vital package for Sydney Metro West, helping to shape the future of Sydney. Being entrusted to deliver the Stations Package West, along with our integrated team, is a testament to the exceptional work our teams continue to deliver. We look forward to delivering five stations on Australia’s largest transport project.”

This project continues Jacobs’ delivery of previous Sydney Metro West packages including the environmental and climate change advisory services, and design (in joint venture with Typsa) for the central tunnel and station excavation package, completed in late 2025.

Ranked as No. 2 in Transportation by Engineering News-Record, Jacobs delivers world-class, mass transportation infrastructure solutions that connect people and communities. Projects include New York’s Grand Central Madison program and Penn Station Access, the Elizabeth line in the U.K. and Klang Valley Mass Rapid Transit in Malaysia.

About GHD

GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Committed to a vision to make water, energy, and communities sustainable for generations to come, GHD delivers advisory, digital, engineering, architecture, environmental and construction solutions to public and private sector clients. Established in 1928 and privately owned by its people, GHD’s network of 12,000+ professionals is connected across 165 offices located on five continents.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting its engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity. From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, WSP operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 83,000 professionals, known as Visioneers. Together they pioneer solutions and deliver innovative projects in the transportation, infrastructure, environment, building, energy, water, and mining and metals sectors. WSP is publicly listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:WSP).

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow – delivering outcomes and solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and a talent force of almost 43,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we’re creating a more connected and sustainable world. See how at jacobs.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook.

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow – delivering outcomes and solutions for the world’s most complex challenges. With approximately $12 billion in annual revenue and a talent force of almost 43,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we’re creating a more connected and sustainable world. See how at jacobs.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook.

Jacobs employs more than 2,600 people across Australia, operating from 13 offices. Working with the Australian public and private sectors, Jacobs helps shape and deliver the nation’s most critical infrastructure, energy, environmental and community programs — creating social value by improving resilience, driving economic growth and enhancing quality of life.