Roma AgrawalAward-Winning Structural Engineer, Author and Diversity Advocate

Roma Agrawal MBE is a distinguished chartered structural engineer whose career is defined by her contribution to London’s iconic silhouette. Most notably, she dedicated six years to the design of the Shard, where she was responsible for the foundations and the signature spire of Western Europe’s tallest building. Her technical expertise on this 310-metre structure involved pioneering top-down construction methods and modular assembly systems. Having held senior roles at firms such as WSP and AECOM, she was elected an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2021. Beyond her technical achievements, Roma is a celebrated author and broadcaster. Her award-winning book, Built, explores the profound relationship between human evolution and structural engineering, while her follow-up title, How Was That Built?, introduces complex architectural concepts to younger audiences. A familiar face on screen, she has served as an expert for BBC One’s The One Show and featured in documentaries such as The Tallest Tower and Britain Beneath Your Feet. She also hosts the podcast Building Stories and was featured as a Leading Lady in a national marketing campaign for M&S. Roma is a committed campaigner for diversity in STEM, working tirelessly to encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to enter technical professions. Her advocacy has been recognised with the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Rooke Award and an MBE for services to her field. She is booked by global organisations for her ability to translate complex technical challenges into engaging narratives that inspire and educate modern audiences. On stage, Roma Agrawal is best known for talks on Engineering, Architecture, STEM Advocacy and Women in Science. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Education, Manufacturing & Engineering, Science & Research and Social Impact & Advocacy, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Roma Agrawal is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Roma Agrawal travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Roma Agrawal would approach your audience.