Matthew started his career in 1986 as a mechanical design engineer working with a number of leading consulting engineers. In 1988 he attained a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Environmental Engineering at London South Bank University and subsequently became a Chartered Engineer with the Engineering Council.

He then went on to specialise in the application of advanced environmental computer modelling heading up environmental design teams in a number leading consulting engineers. He has provided environmental engineering advice on a number of notable buildings including Commerzbank Headquarters in Germany, The European Headquarters in Brussels and the National Assembly for Wales.

In 2000, Matthew joined Hilson Moran, and formed the 'Building Performance Group' which is now one of the industry leaders in the application of advanced computer technology to building design. Notable projects include 30 St Mary Axe and The Pinnacle Tower both in the City of London.

Matthew is now responsible for Sustainability for Hilson Moran directing one of the largest teams in the company providing environmental, sustainable and engineering design advice on a wide range of landmark projects in a number of countries including the UK, UAE, Italy, France and Spain. The ethos of his design approach is providing well engineered functional buildings that are sustainable and environmentally progressive. Notable overseas projects include the C1 Tower in Paris and Tameer Towers in Abu Dhabi.

Matthew professional membership includes the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers, British Council for Offices, UK Green Building Council, Emirates Green Building Council and the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. Matthew also sits on the committee of the CIBSE Natural Ventilation Group. He regularly gives key note talks at national and international property events and Universities focusing on environmentally responsible design and sustainable solutions.