Jørgen has been with Safran since 2011 working in different positions such as a consultant, trainer and sales support for Safran Project and Safran Planner. After working in sales for the last few years, Jørgen now heads the global sales team in Safran and is responsible for growing Safrans business in the Nordics as well as taking care of the existing customer base. He is passionate about helping Safran clients getting the most value out of their solutions. Prior to joining Safran, Jørgen worked as an ERP consultant delivering Microsoft Dynamics solutions.

Ish is National Director – Project Planning & Controls with more than 16 years of construction experience. Ish brings a history of successful delivery of a number of large multi – disciplined and complex rail, buildings, and infrastructure projects in Australia as well as overseas. Ish has worked on D&C, Alliance, PPP, Construct only as well as collaborative contracts like NEC4. Ish is also a Chartered Engineer and an active member of ACES (Australian Cost Engineering Society) as well as CLM (College of Leadership and Management) within Engineers Australia.

Amireh Amirmazaheri is a highly experienced CEO and Principal Consultant at PMO Solutions. With over 25 years of experience in PMO, Business Analysis, and development, she holds multiple certifications in various project management disciplines. Her expertise lies in managing business requirements and implementing enterprise project management systems. She is also actively involved in the project management community as the President of PMO Global Alliance Australia Hub and advisory board member of PMO Global Alliance.

Dev is a chartered engineer and the Co-Founder/CEO of nPlan, a machine learning company that learns how completed construction projects performed to forecast the outcomes of future projects. His experience is in delivering construction projects for the energy industry, spanning 3 continents over 9 years. Following this, Dev worked within the UK government to launch and deliver the national review on AI, which was published as part of the Industrial Strategy in 2017. Dev has a strong passion to change the way projects are delivered through data-enabled decision-making. nPlan has scaled to operate in 8 countries and has processed schedules representing over $1.6T of construction spend, the largest dataset of its kind in the world.

Dr. Atif Ansar is the Founding Director of Oxford's program on Sustainable Capital-Intensive Industries and a professor of Megaproject Management at the Saïd Business School, at Oxford. He is also the Co-Founder of Foresight, the leading AI-enabled construction project management platform that helps owners and contractors unlock the hidden value in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project data. Both his academic research and the Foresight platform address the obstacles to delivering major project investments on-time and on-budget, the underlying causes, and potential cures. As capital-intensive projects grow in complexity it becomes challenging for human teams to effectively manage them: project managers require AI-assistance.

Loretta Bayliss, a forward-thinking entrepreneur and influential business leader, founded Prescience Technology in 2005, setting the stage for the success of the broader Prescience Group. Now leading three vibrant companies across ANZ and ASEAN, Loretta drives transformation in the construction, engineering, mining, and resources sectors. By delivering Confidence in the Future of their Capital Projects, Loretta's expertise helps shape strategic outcomes for major Australian businesses, reinforcing excellence in project management at every level.

Melanie is a portfolio specialist with significant experience in establishing and optimising portfolios of work through: Portfolio Governance (reviewing, establishing and refining investment and delivery governance frameworks), Delivery Optimization (prioritization and optimization of portfolio, packaging and delivery strategies and project assurance), Maturity Uplift (competency and skills assessments, project lifecycle, project management frameworks, process optimisation) and Transformation (EPMO design, target operating models, defining roles and responsibilities, organisational change management, communication and training.

Mr. Girish Bhatia is an esteemed Civil Engineer with over a decade of exceptional experience in project management and construction project oversight. He is also the visionary founder of Compass Consult, a pioneering firm that specializes in delivering Enterprise Grade Project Controls, BIM software solutions, and cutting-edge digital project and program management techniques to enhance the profitability of construction projects. Mr. Bhatia holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has continually expanded his knowledge and expertise in the field. As the founder of Compass Consult, Girish has played a pivotal role in shaping the company into a renowned industry player. With a client base exceeding 200 customers, the company has successfully executed landmark projects, including iconic structures like the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Snowy 2.0, and Melbourne Airport, among others.In his role as lead consultant and CEO.

Sangrah is currently Project Controls Manager for the M80 Ring Road Alliance with ACCIONA. He has over 17 years of experience in Project Controls specialising in Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, Earned Value Management and Risk Management across projects from small to mega in size and scale. Held National, Regional and Project roles in global tier one Engineering and Construction organisations with industry experience across Oil and Gas, Mining, Infrastructure, Rail and Utilities sectors. He is a Fellow of Engineers Australia (FIEAust), Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) and a Certified Practising Project Manager (Reg PM - CPPM). Degree qualified with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Paul has over 20 years postgraduate experience leading and managing site delivery, and managing planning and project controls on large infrastructure projects. Initially serving in the military, Paul joined the construction industry in 2008, working in the UK and Australia. His experience includes complex multidisciplinary projects in both tender and delivery phases and with varying forms of contract from Construct Only, D&C, Alliance and PPP. Working at levels of scale up to multi-billion dollar, he has a strong track record of planning and delivering engineering solutions, always under intense pressure and often in difficult environments. Paul is a problem solver by nature and constantly looks for ways to improve his discipline.

Peter Brown is an accomplished Senior Director at Procore, bringing a wealth of experience from leading Go-to-Market teams at industry giants such as Microsoft, Salesforce, and AWS. At Procore, Peter is at the forefront of digitizing the construction industry, driving transformative change through strategic innovation and market expansion. With a proven track record of bridging the gap between advanced technology and industry needs, Peter is instrumental in advancing Procore’s mission to revolutionize the construction industry through digital transformation.

I am the Director PMO at EnergyCo NSW. I am an experienced infrastructure portfolio manager with a background in civil engineering. I have a passion for guiding organizations through large-scale infrastructure and Capital Expenditure projects. I have over 20 years of international experience across Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, where I have built my expertise in portfolio and program management, risk management, governance and assurance, and benefits management. I have a proven track record of helping organizations in various sectors achieve their strategic objectives while mitigating potential risks. My deep multi-industry knowledge and hands-on experience allow me to anticipate potential challenges and take proactive measures to ensure project success.

Aidhean is responsible for AECOM's Program Controls systems, processes, and tools. He plays a pivotal role in managing and integrating program controls to ensure successful program outcomes. His approach emphasizes not just meeting cost and schedule targets, but also delivering social impact through holistic program management. Aidhean has worked on some of the world’s most complex and large-scale programs across many sectors. He has worked directly on over $100bn USD of infrastructure programs across the globe and has overseen and continues to direct teams on many $100bn’s more. Some career highlights include the UK’s Thames Tideway, Singapore’s Tuas Water Reclamation Plant, USA’s Recharge Fresno, London 2012 Olympics, Germany’s Suedlink.

Christian’s passion for the integration of cost, schedule and resourcing associated with projects both small and large scale has resulted in significant improvements not only at a project level but across portfolios and businesses too. Christian draws on his deep experience in project controls as well as project management, project supervision and training to lead Consilium. With Post Graduate studies in Construction Law, a Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Economics as well as Diplomas of Building as well as a Builders Registration, Christian is able to guide both internally and support our clients in achieving a successful project outcome.

Sandeep is an expert in Project Controls, currently working as a Planning Manager at Penta Ocean Construction Co., Ltd, Singapore. He has been working in Project Controls Industry for about 14 years post completion of master’s degree from IIT Roorkee India and MBA. He has experience in delivery of high-ticket infrastructure projects. He is expert in Delay Analysis and advises strategies in claims management. He has worked at India, Malaysia, and Singapore. He is a Digital Course Instructor at Prime Project Control with presence at Udemy Online Learning Platform with over 70k students accessing his courses, which alleviates his online presence and now actively developing YouTube to reach out wider audiences.

James is a Senior Industry Consultant for Hexagon, based in Singapore. In this role, James empowers organizations to unlock the potential in their data. He meets companies wherever they are on their digital transformation journey to transform key processes or the entire project lifecycle and helps automate where it matters most to support sustainable economic growth. James is a certified project management professional with international experience implementing project management systems. He has a proven track record of working with leading project delivery companies to eliminate disparate spreadsheets and point solutions in favour of an enterprise project performance system that provides a consistent platform to standardize processes and boost project outcomes. He holds an MBA from the University of Texas and a BS from the University of Florida.

Managing high performing teams to provide measurable improvement on mega projects, Abhi is safe pair of hands who gets the most out of high performing teams. He takes pride in bringing the best out of people. As an engineering professional who thoroughly lives and breathes the culture of teams, Abhi has a strategic insight. He has worked at an operational and tactical strategy level, leading teams in "mega" project set up which is very different and unique from regular project setup or management. Being a practical theorist, Abhi has ensured establishment of project management best practices across the infrastructure, oil and gas, industry and mining sectors. He has completed successful engagements and led teams in US, Middle East, India, China, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Australia and Europe and now back in Australia. He has thorough understanding of contracts after having advised on NEC4 contracts lately after FIDIC yellow and silver books. He has also overseen quick and s

Merv has 11 years of experience in Project Controls mainly specialising in Cost Control, Cost Forecasting and Earned Value Management. His experience spans across global tier one Design, Engineering and Construction firms across multiple sectors including Oil and Gas, Water, Rail and Road type projects ranging from small to mega in size and scale. Merv has held project roles in global Design, Engineering, Construction and Client organisations. He is degree qualified with a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) and commencing a Master of Construction Management.

Raju Dommaraju is a seasoned civil engineer with over 40 years of experience in the construction industry, having held senior roles across India, Hong Kong, and Australia. He has successfully led a project management consultancy in Australia for 15 years, building over two dozen companies and delivering high-value projects focused on innovation, efficiency, and client satisfaction. In response to industry challenges, Raju founded Project On Track, a comprehensive Construction ERP solution launched in June 2024. This platform integrates 25 modules to streamline operations, enhance collaboration, and ensure timely project delivery within budget. Raju is committed to leveraging technology to improve project outcomes in the global construction

With over 9 years in the construction industry, Kunal is a Strategic Technical Solutions Executive at Autodesk Construction. He specializes in strategic execution and tactical planning for business expansion, focusing on cross-product selling in existing accounts. Kunal excel in collaborating on customer initiatives, identifying business needs, and developing comprehensive solutions. A champion for digital transformation, he has lead initiatives that aim for a sustainable future, evidenced by leadership at Autodesk University and recipient of the Autodesk Construction Solution Sales Win of the Year award in 2023.

two decades of hands-on experience and proficiency in orchestrating the management, planning, time scheduling, and cost-controlling aspects of large-scale transportation, civil infrastructure, and facilities projects. My project portfolio spans across diverse domains including Rail, Airports, Roads, Industrial and Water Structures.

Steve is the General Manager of Delivery Solutions at Prescience Technology, where he leverages a proven history of successfully implementing Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) solutions. With extensive experience in both application and functional consulting, Steve expertly translates complex business needs into tailored Project Management, Scheduling, and Controls toolsets, ensuring seamless alignment with client goals. His expertise spans across diverse industries, including mining, rail, construction, and engineering. Steve excels in developing and managing planning, cost control, and change management processes, along with accurate forecasting procedures. Having led the successful deployment of Oracle Primavera PPM solutions for gove.

I am an experienced professional in Project Controls, Finance, and Enterprise Systems, with over 15 years of expertise in delivering complex implementations across Europe, North America, and Australia. My background includes managing integrations of systems like SAP, Oracle, and EcoSys, as well as ensuring smooth alignment between teams, processes, and technologies. I focus on clear communication, stakeholder coordination, and driving business results through efficient system implementations. With a proactive, collaborative approach, I help organizations optimize processes and ensure seamless project delivery, balancing technical details with a focus on operational success.

Marlies Friese – Project Controls Manager Marlies has 14 years’ experience in project controls and risk management, primarily on rail and road megaprojects. She transitioned to Infrastructure construction in 2010. Prior to this, she has a successful career in research physics. Marlies has a PhD (Physics) from the University of Queensland. 

Experienced Planning Director specializied in the development and management of Program Schedules from design through to completion, using tools including Earned Value and Last Planner system. A Chartered Engineer accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE) and Engineers Australia (MIEAust), as well as a member of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (MCIHT) and the Portuguese Ordem dos Engenheiros (Eng.). Currently, leads a team of 18 planners in SPARK, drawing on a broad range of experience from roles ranging from Planner, SPE to Project Director. His background includes managing projects in highways, dams, tunnels, renewables in countries like Spain, Portugal, UK and Australia.

Anil is passionate about Project Controls and working in multiple capacities for implementation and enhancement of this growing subject i.e., Managing Director of Projcon Group (Project Controls Consultancy), Founder of Project Controls Online (Global Project Controls e-network and knowledge base), Project Manager for Project Controls Expo (Largest Project Controls event/- show) and finally, Founder and Program Director at Project Controls Institute (Blended Project Controls learning platform), Anil's professional experience spans over 19 years at corporate and field offices offering diverse and in-depth exposure to implementation of Project Controls on a range of EPC Projects (Oil & Gas- upstream and downstream, CCU - Carbon Capture Units, Power Projects and Pipelines). Registrations, Certifications, Publications & Voluntary Contribution. IEng registration with Engineering Council, UK Holds Certified Cost Engineer (CCE) and Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certifications.

With over 25 years of experience in portfolio, program, project, and maintenance management, Stuart is a seasoned expert in planning and scheduling, risk management, project control solutions, and process and organizational change management. His extensive background spans various industries, including defense, communications, power and utilities, oil and gas, public infrastructure, and mining. Stuart's work encompasses direct project control services, such as planning and risk analysis, often as a long-term embedded contractor with client organizations. A highly effective problem solver, Stuart is adept at engaging with all organizational levels, from frontline staff to executives.

Gavin is a civil engineer and and has worked in UK, UAE, PNG and Australia. Over the last 30 years his focus has been helping organisations improve project and thereby business outcomes. His focus is on the development and application of practical methodologies, procedures and tools. In addition to project processes he has developed practical risk management processes including support tools such as RiskOrganizer and UncertainCostManager. These processes have been refined and used by a significant number of organisations. An example is the Sydney airport link which won the 2000 NSW Institute of Project Management Excellence Award for Rail Services Australia.

As a senior partner at TBH, Rob specialises in project management and project controls advisory services in ICT, infrastructure and construction. With over 25years' experience, Rob is trusted by senior executives to deliver consistent results by combining commercial and project management disciplines to deliver mission critical strategic outcomes. These initiatives are typically large-scale, complex or high-risk projects or portfolios of work related to technological transformation or infrastructure. Career highlights include: - Advising a client in start-up mode to grow to $A3bn over 5 years - Establishing foundational governance controls for $A51bn NBN Rollout across Australia - Leading a project recovery team to successfully turnaround $A1bn program Rob's expertise in providing high-level strategic advice has been sought throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

Andrew Harris, VP of Sales for APAC at InEight, is responsible for regional sales strategy, focusing on InEight’s commitment to customer experience, cementing the company’s reputation for high levels of customer satisfaction and success. Andrew brings extensive client focused ICT and Managed Services experience to InEight gained from delivering high-value solutions to some of Asia Pacific’s most well-known cloud-based technology organisations. Previously, he led national sales and customer service teams across commercial, state and federal government sectors, all within highly competitive markets while at blueAPACHE and Southern Cross Computer Systems. Andrew holds an MBA from Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia.

Jake is a strategic team leader and industry innovator who thrives on achieving continuous improvement through digital transformation. With a grounding in Management Consulting, Jake uses his problem solving and analytical skills to support clients develop and deploy enhanced digital capital management and controls solutions across multiple industries. With a focus on data management, analytical insight and process efficiency, Jake helps clients develop a data driven culture which provides leadership with the confidence and clarity to make key investment decisions. Jake has the technical acumen to work in collaboration with IT and Financial Teams to deliver enterprise-wide digital solutions.

Owner, founder and director of UniPhi, a portfolio and project management software company. Mr Heath developed UniPhi after consulting to a range of Fortune 500 companies and major government departments around the world. His passion and focus revolves around commercialising innovative and disruptive technologies – like UniPhi’s project and portfolio management software – to improve his client’s internal processes and returns. UniPhi is the culmination of of many years of research and development. Mr Heath has ensured it is an effective, robust and mature system, which integrates with existing client systems and core applications. Mr Heath is a fellow of CPA Australia

Pejman began his career as a structural engineer and designer before transitioning into project controls, where he has accumulated over 14 years of experience. Throughout his career, he has worked in diverse industries, including mining, oil & gas, manufacturing, utilities, and rail & transport. Pejman's expertise spans key areas such as estimation, cost control, planning, and project management. He has had the opportunity to work with both Direct-Hire and EPC/M contractors, bringing a comprehensive perspective to project execution and delivery.

Daniel holds qualifications in both mechanical engineering and mathematics and was part of a PhD program focused on machine learning. He began his career working as a mechanical engineer on renewable energy and backup power systems. After some time in the construction industry, he moved to begin a career in the machine learning space and has machine learning to multiple problem domains from predictive maintenance to logistics and project management. He is now the data capability manager for Elecosoft where he works on the companies AI roadmaps and is focused on examining how data and AI can help improve the planning process by capturing past learnings and highlighting risk.

Nurul Ainul Fatimah Hussein is a seasoned Planning & Scheduling Professional at PETRONAS, bringing 15 years of extensive experience in managing and executing multiple downstream projects. Throughout her career, Nurul has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in project planning, resource allocation, and timeline management, playing a pivotal role in the successful delivery of complex projects within the oil and gas industry. With a strong educational foundation in Electrical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, Tennessee, Nurul combines technical expertise with strategic planning skills to optimize project outcomes. She has consistently contributed to reinforcing PETRONAS's reputation for excellence.

Peter started his Information Technology career in 1984 when he joined IBM. Prior to co-founding Allinno Pty Ltd in 2018, Peter completed 20 years with Oracle. His experience spans business development and sales across both direct and channels go to market models, across mid and top tier government and commercial sectors. He has a particular passion for assisting clients with their Technology Adoption business cases. During his career he has amassed skills with all aspects of Information Technology enabled transformations, through Recognition of Needs, Evaluation of Options, Business Case Justification, Solution Implementation and Adoption.

Huw Jones is a highly experienced Project and Portfolio Management Consultant focused on improving the capability of organisations to deliver their portfolios of capital and technology projects. Having worked in many parts of the world from Europe through Asia to Australia, he has developed a broad understanding of how project teams work best together in different cultures. With a very diverse client list including Government and Private Sector entities across construction, mining, engineering, airlines and many others, Huw brings this knowledge to every client engagement to ensure the clients progress up the PPM maturity curve. He has worked for PPM software vendors, partners and end user clients and is currently the GM of Growth for Presc

Wayne was initially in involved in the data processing field with ICL and took up an opportunity in construction in 1987. This lead to a deep involvement with P3 and occasional support roles with Primavera South Africa and a more than passing interest in software development. An opportunity in Indonesia in 1993 started a pattern of process plant construction in 9 different countries before moving into Infrastructure in Melbourne. He was an early adopter of P3e and instrumental in setting up the Leighton Contractors P6 system. He maintains his passion for finding good software products and tools as solutions for the ever changing problems we face in construction delivery.

Vikki "Vik" Kapoor brings over 26 years of expertise across IT, Telecommunications, and Consulting & System Integration. His journey has encompassed roles as an R&D/Systems Engineer, Solution Architect, and Project/Program Manager on international projects in Australia, Singapore, and Japan. Currently, Vik leads Ericsson ANZA region as the PMO Manager. Vik's commitment to the field extends to his leadership roles at the PMI Melbourne chapter, including a term as President from 2020 to 2022. He is currently involved with volunteering activities with PMI Global and Melbourne Chapter. He is also the co-founder of PM4L (Project Management for Life) initiative which aims to provide project management-based learning to youth. His academic background includes a Degree in Electrical & Computer Science and a Master's in Telecommunications. Vik holds certifications, including PMP®️, PgMP®️, and Disciplined Agile Senior Scrum Master (DASSM), reflecting his dedication to professional growth. In project and program management, Vik Kapoor stands out as a seasoned expert with a profound impact on organizations and aspiring professionals alike. 

Prachi Kathuria is an architect & project manager with a Master's in CPM & Real Estate. She has led multidisciplinary teams as a Project Lead Architect, delivering high-quality designs while managing timelines and client relations. At Autodesk, she specialized in BIM 360 and Construction Cloud, solving complex issues and enhancing project efficiency. At UNSW, Prachi is a tutor and mentor, guiding students in construction management, and she also contributes to the Green ED Initiative at the POW Hospital, promoting sustainability in healthcare. Additionally, she is the Founder of Crafted & Co., a sustainable gifting venture. Prachi's diverse expertise in technology, & sustainability enables her to deliver impactful solutions.

Mikail  is a seasoned leader in project management, with over 20 years of international experience across three continents, in a range of industries, such as infrastructure, utilities and resources to ICT, local government and transport. Educated as a civil engineer with an MBA and project management qualifications and highly experienced in project controls and EPMO management, he constantly seeks to improve project delivery by establishing project management framework and project control processes, implementing project delivery maturity by creating EPMOs and transforming portfolio management. His leadership fosters accountability and efficiency, inspiring teams to solve complex problems collaboratively. As an experienced leader, he provides training and mentoring to those who have a desire to grow, and in the last two years has trained over 150 people in the public sector.

Planning Manager with 14+years of hands on experience preparing and maintaining project schedules, plans and procedures across various complex construction projects spanning mixed-use development and infrastructure fields. Highly adept at creating design schedules, master schedules and milestone plans combined with expertise in Extension of Time (EOT) claims, cost control and tender planning. Proven ability to build strong relationships with project leadership and resources to meet project objectives. Technically proficient in Primavera (P6), Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerBI and AutoCAD. Published papers and Active speaker in AACE International BTEC Level 7 Advanced Professional Award in Forensic Delay Analysis – Pearson PE Civil: Construction – National Council of Examiners for Engineering & Surveying (NCEES) Forensic Quantum Analysis Diploma – College of Contract Management Forensic Schedule Analysis Certificate – Projects Control Academy Member Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb) – Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) – American Association of Cost Engineering (AACEI) Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management, Post Graduate Diploma (PRMG) – American University in Cairo (AUC) Contract Administration Post Graduate Diploma (CAPM) – American University in Cairo (AUC) Building Information Modeling (BIM) Certificate – Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)

With 23 years of hands-on experience, Arend leads project controls in mega project delivery across Infrastructure, Oil and Gas, and Nuclear sectors. Holding a bachelor's in Computer Science, a master's in Data Science, and a postgraduate qualification in Executive Leadership, he has delivered multi-billion dollar projects with Fluor and Laing O'Rourke, including W2B, The NSW Bushfire Recovery and the Eastern BTA Currently Director - Schedule and Delay at New Bearing, he has held senior manager and director roles, demonstrating practical leadership in cost, time, data and systems integration and risk management. Passionate about developing the next generation, he mentors and supports project control professionals across the country.

A Chartered Professional with experience in the industry as a Civil Site Engineer involving delivery of residential/commercial fit outs, buildings, defense projects and more recently as an Estimator working on remedial, water and rail projects.

Jason Lancini, CEO at Aphex, has over 10 years of construction engineering experience across the UK & Australia, holding roles at BMD, John Holland and Costain. At Aphex, he helps construction teams build and communicate their short-term plans without the mess of spreadsheets. With exposure to the vast majority of Australia’s mega projects, Jason holds a unique perspective on the industry, which you can often find in the form of memes on his prolific LinkedIn profile.

Dave Lang, Director at Inovo, is a vastly experienced Project Manager, Planner and Quantity Surveyor and leads the Christchurch Project Management and Planning teams. Throughout his career, Dave has developed a well-deserved reputation as a strategic planning specialist. He brings detailed knowledge of construction methodologies, planning and procurement based on his project management and planning work for both clients and contractors. Dave has been integral to the success of significant master plans and strategic programmes of work for some of New Zealand’s largest institutions, bringing a clear focus on the benefits of early project planning.

John, a leading innovator in the construction industry, brings over 25 years experience in planning, project controls, claim management, and dispute resolution. He has led global commercial functions at international organisations such as GE Oil & Gas and Origin Energy and now serves as a named Partner at Lewis Woolcott. Successfully managing claims exceeding $1 billion (USD), John has pioneered the use of statistical analysis to resolve commercial disputes. His proprietary technologies, including SMART and LOGIC+, have transformed project management. With a focus on improving safety, productivity, and dispute prevention, John continues to push the boundaries of innovation across the oil & gas, power, and infrastructure sectors.

Azami is a Principal in Project Planning and Scheduling, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Currently managing project planning for pre-development and joint venture projects in PETRONAS. He previously served as project planner for PETRONAS Floating LNG 1 (PFLNG1) and LNG Canada projects

With over 25 years of experience in the construction, infrastructure, and mining industries, Natasha Manley has established herself as a formidable force in the field. She began her career as an Engineering Geologist, and followed on to run a Planning consultancy for over 15 years. In 2020, Natasha took on the role of Group Planning Manager at McConnell Dowell after completing a similar role at Downer for their previous Transport divison. Natasha is responsible for the Planning Function across four Business Units in over a dozen countries, working across various industry sectors and with a diverse range of stakeholders, contract types, and clients.

The co-founder of Project Connect Group, Project Chatter Podcast, and Project Advisory Group, Val has driven groundbreaking developments in the project controls and project delivery fields. Achievements include APAC Mega Project of the Year 2022 and developing the first Digital Command Centre, which won PCE Global Innovation of the Year in 2022. Project Chatter is one of the largest in the world for long form project podcasts. Val has a keen focus on innovation, and continually sets new standards in the industry, shaping the future of delivery, making a difference on projects that matter.

A Project Controls expert with over 28 years private and government industry experience in the delivery of major infrastructure projects globally, leading large multidisciplinary teams in complex environments across diverse sectors. Currently, the Managing Director for PMPC Group, Cameron has a master’s degree in project management is a Chartered Project Professional (ChPP APM), a Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD AIPM), a Project Management Professional (PMP PMI) and specialises in project management and controls.

David is a seasoned leader with 18 years of expertise driving People, Process, and Systems within the AEC industry, with a sharp focus on delivering outstanding project outcomes. Known for his strategic implementation of BIM systems, David excels at leading transformative change, streamlining design teams, and leveraging model-based systems engineering. His work has left a mark on major projects across Australia’s diverse supply chain. A digital enthusiast at heart, David champions the use of technology to elevate every phase of project delivery, bringing the insight and experience essential for navigating successful digital transformation

Ashley Nugawela is Director of Solution Engineering at Oracle’s Construction and Engineering and manages the ANZ, ASEAN & India regions. He is directly responsible for supporting all the Oracle Construction solutions proposed to its customers and ensures its acceptance with its customers. Ashley has held roles across sales, consulting and customer side and is an industry and product specialist in Project and Portfolio Management including Project Controls and Collaboration.

Nicolas Offroy is a Principal Consultant at Turner & Townsend and is responsible for driving change and optimising the project governance processes and setting up Project Management Offices. He possesses the technical expertise required of a project controls professional to improve performance across his clients' capital projects ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Michael Orr is a seasoned Preconstruction Product Specialist for APAC at Autodesk, where he oversees a suite of leading preconstruction tools including Autodesk Takeoff, ProEst, BuildingConnected, and Assemble. With a robust background in construction technology and project management, Michael has been instrumental in driving the adoption and integration of innovative solutions that streamline preconstruction workflows, enhance collaboration, and improve project outcomes. At Autodesk, Michael leverages his extensive industry knowledge and technical expertise to support clients across the Asia-Pacific region, helping them harness the power of advanced software tools to achieve greater efficiency and accuracy in their projects. His commitment to excellence and passion for innovation make him a trusted advisor and key asset to the construction community. Michael's career is marked by a series of successful initiatives and leadership roles in preconstruction technology, where he has consistently demonstrated his ability to deliver value and drive progress. His insights and experiences make him a sought-after speaker and thought leader in the industry. Join Michael at the Project Controls Expo to gain valuable perspectives on the latest advancements in preconstruction technology and learn how to leverage these tools to optimize your project control processes.

Fernando is a highly skilled risk management and technical expert, with extensive experience of training, facilitating, and implementing project, programme, product and business risk management systems, for Risk Decisions government and industry clients, across the APAC region. With more than 20 years’ experience working with large and medium size organisations, Fernando has a wealth of practical experience and vision for how they can improve business performance through risk management framework and good practice. Fernando played a major part in the design and development of technical enhancement to increase quality automating key areas within business process. Fernando is an excellent communicator, at all levels within an organisation.

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Cuong Quang is Octant AI Co founder and Director, with 25 years of experience in major projects. MSc (Oxon), BE BCom, Engineering Executive, charted Engineer, experienced entrepreneur and inventor of its technology. He is a Senior Data scientist at Octant AI.

Venkateshwaran Ramalingam is a seasoned Digital Transformation Consultant based in Melbourne, Australia, with nearly a decade of experience in construction project management and digital transformation. He has successfully led numerous projects, specializing in advanced project controls software like RIB Candy. He holds a Master of Technology in Building Technology and Construction Management from IIT Chennai and has been recognized by the Government of India for his innovative contributions. Notably, 10 years ago, he completed his master’s thesis on Earned Value Analysis using RIB Candy software and now works as a Senior Consultant for the same solution with RIB Software Australia Pty Ltd.

Robert Richards received a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University. Dr. Richards is managing and has managed multiple projects for both commercial and government clients, including various intelligent scheduling implementations. Dr. Richards is the Principal Scientist and Manager of Stottler Henke’s General Dynamics Electric Boat project for scheduling submarine construction. Dr. Richards also leads the project for adapting Aurora to optimize processes at Los Alamos National Laboratory, as well as the integration of Aurora into Siemens Xcelerator product line, Siemens white labels the integrated solution and provides it to its clients worldwide.

Rogier Roelvink is the Asia-Pacific Customer & Industry Engagement Director at Oracle Infrastructure Industries. In this role he supports clients throughout the region in digital transformation in planning, building, and operating the built environment. Rogier has extensive management advisory experience and a passion for informed decision-making. He has experience delivering benefits to many clients from a diversified background working across a broad range of projects, clients, and sectors. He continuous to advice and support organisations in project operations through digitalisation.

An Australian-born Canadian and a 10-year Texan, Geoff Ryan is the CEO of Insight-AWP, a company that facilitates the application of Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) on projects around the world. The company has 30 AWP Subject Matter Experts that have supported more than 100 mega projects in their application of AWP over the last 18 years. Ryan began his career as a Pipefitter before transitioning into Project Management, where he worked with Owner collaboration groups to identify the industry best practices that became AWP. He has authored two books on AWP, which have collectively sold over 20,000 copies and been translated into five languages.

Saeed Shalbafan Industry Leader, Professional Engineer, and Academic Researcher With over 27 years of experience spanning multi-disciplinary engineering and public infrastructure projects, Saeed Shalbafan has been at the forefront of international transnational ventures. Saeed’s career includes 12 years as an executive engineer in EPCM projects and 15 years of leadership as a senior executive for major public and private infrastructure projects in Australia. His extensive research, academic endeavors, and practical experience have positioned him as a leader in leveraging cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance project controls.

Lead Planner at Seymour Whyte Construction. A dynamic and season planning and project controls professional with over 20 years international infrastructure construction experience.My experience spans the entire project life cycle, from tendering, project delivery through to final handover. Having worked on major projects like HS2,Transpennine Route Upgrades,Strategic Pipeline Alliance across the UK. I am deeply passionate about mentoring and training the next generation of construction professionals.

Tom is the Chief Revenue Officer at Foresight, with over 15 years of experience working at high growth software companies targeting the real estate and construction sectors. He is a big believer that companies in these industries can grow their businesses, reduce costs, streamline operations and improve customer satisfaction with data-driven solutions. He is passionate about showing owners and contractors of major construction projects how they can complete projects on-time with modern AI-tools.

I am a dedicated professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, specializing in program management and data-driven decision-making. With a strong background in project management and more recently overseeing Project Controls within the Level Crossing Removal Project, I have successfully led various initiatives aimed at improving efficiency across transportation networks. A proactive leader and effective communicator, I am committed to fostering innovation and collaboration, ensuring continuous improvement and successful project delivery. Passionate about making a positive impact, I am focused on driving progress and achieving long-term goals.

Robert Sobyra is Executive Director, Research and Planning with BuildSkills Australia. A leading thinker on jobs and skills, Robert is responsible for driving the workforce planning agenda for the national built environment sector. Robert holds a PhD from the University of Queensland with a special interest in the future of development and labour markets.

Michael is a mechanical engineer with more than 9 years experience in the AEC industries. He is a specialist in engineering consulting around 3D modeling technology for MEP and building services coordination. In his current practice, Michael helps customers adopt Revit and ACC technologies and the processes and workflows to support them. Prior to joining Autodesk Consulting in 2022, Michael spent 7 years serving as a Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer, and BIM Coordinator for firms like WSP. Michael is a Chartered Professional Engineer in Building Services and Mechanical Engineering and an Autodesk Certified Professional in Revit for Mechanical Design.

Simon Thompson is an accomplished Enterprise Account Executive at Procore, where he drives the mission to connect the global construction community on a collaborative platform. Simon brings extensive experience in technology solutions and digital transformation, having served over a decade in the Architecture, Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction industries. Simon is dedicated to fostering a sense of community within Procore and with its partners, ensuring that construction projects are managed with minimal risk and maximum efficiency.

Lara Vegas is an experienced Project Manager and Project Controls Manager with a demonstrated history in major infrastructure projects within the transport and water sector. She has more than 10 years of international experience in project management working for local Government Agencies, European Institutions and Ministries of Foreign Affairs in Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, China and Spain. Lara has demonstrated leadership skills in driving collaboration towards a common goal and accountability across all team members as well as centralizing and communicating information to be delivered to the right stakeholders in the shape of reports at project and portfolio level for top management.

Rafael is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience in construction planning and delivery across infrastructure, commercial, residential, and modular construction sectors. Over the years, he has specialized in applying digital technology to planning and controls, working with clients such as Sydney Metro, Sydney Airport, Level Crossing Removal, and Metro Tunnel. Rafael holds a degree in Civil Engineering, is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and has a Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Frank is a Civil Engineer and Project Controls Professional with over 10 years of work experience in Project and Portfolio Management. He is a Certified Cost Professional by the AACE International and an Australian Chartered Professional Engineer. He’s been exposed to projects within Infrastructure, Oil and Gas, and Mining industries and has specialised in Project Controls functions, including Cost Control, Project Planning and Scheduling, Portfolio Management, and Reporting. Frank has worked on projects in Australia, Argentina, Indonesia, and Peru and he is an enthusiast for modernising project controls processes leveraging business intelligence tools such as Power BI and Power Apps.

Luke Wade is a highly experienced Operations Manager at Kapitol Group, with over two decades of Design and Construction expertise across Australia and internationally. He plays a pivotal role in guiding Kapitol Group’s strategic direction and ensuring daily operations run smoothly. Luke is recognised for his strong leadership, risk management acumen, and commitment to safety and quality. His portfolio includes large-scale projects in sectors like data centres, residential, and institutional developments. Luke is also passionate about mentoring the next generation, actively sharing his knowledge through workshops and team-building exercises, fostering a culture of high performance and excellence.

Patrick Weaver, PMP, PMI-SP, MAIPM, is the Managing Director of Mosaic Project Services Pty Ltd, an Australian consultancy specialising in project control systems. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Building, a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and was awarded the Wayne Wilson Award for Lifetime Contribution in Project Controls at the Project Controls Expo in 2023. Patrick has over 50 years’ experience in Project Management. His career was initially focused on the planning and managing of construction, and infrastructure projects in the UK and Australia. The last 35 years has seen his businesses and experience expand to include the successful delivery of project support services in a wide range of organisations and industries, with a strong focus on project controls, training, and forensic analysis. 

Corrie moved to her current role as Executive Director, Collaboration & Innovation at Master Builders Victoria (MBV) in late 2023. She oversees MBV 's Policy and Advocacy; Future built environment ; and Future skills and outreach teams. Previously at MBV, she worked in the training area for ten years, overseeing activities including careers & outreach, builders' registration, immersive industry training and their RTO. In that role, Corrie worked on projects involving future skills requirements and impediments to upskilling and engaging effectively to facilitate behaviour change. She has a Ph.D. in science and an ongoing interest in palaeontology as a volunteer at Monash University/ Melbourne Museum fossil digs.

Professor Peter S.P. Wong is the Associate Dean (Construction Management) of the School of Property Construction and Project Management, RMIT University, Australia. His publications are highly relevant to construction waste management, use of recyclable products in construction, carbon accounting in construction, immersive technology (VR/AR/MR) in construction, prefabrication, and modulation of construction, and organisational change management. As of October 2024, his research endeavours have led to over 100 publications and A$3 million dollars of research grants. He is appointed as the Melbourne Hub Chair of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) – the world’s biggest global construction professional body.

Mark Woodhouse has over 25 years’ experience leading and working in the project controls, implementing all functions including data and Management Information. Mark is highly experienced implementing Control environments across multi-billion-dollar projects and has successfully delivered high-quality outputs through the project lifecycle to a variety of stakeholders. Mark has led multi-functional Project Controls teams and has been accountable for all functions to enable exceptional reporting for boards and other project stakeholders to ensure the accurate measurement of performance, as well as leading a centralised PMO. Mark ensures the basics are covered and is also an innovator who looks to utilise and harness the latest technology where possible to ensure his team is running efficiently and effective as possible.