Colin is highly experienced in Project Controls with over 20 years’ experience across a number of different industry sectors – defence, utilities, rail and logistics. For the last ten years Colin has led project controls teams across large scale programmes, and across organisations delivering project controls resources and services, strategic capability improvement, and governance. In a number of of organisations, Colin has implemented new project controls systems and processes, successfully working with key stakeholders to do so. Colin has an MBA from the Open University.

Luis Castro is a Project Delivery Professional with extensive experience in both the Private and Public Sectors. With qualifications in Engineering, Sustainability, and Major Projects, he has been involved in delivering telecommunications and infrastructure projects, digital transformation, and energy initiatives. His career includes positions at BT, Goldman Sachs, and currently at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Luis has also held roles at BEIS as Head of Project Delivery Profession and at the Department of Health during the pandemic. He is a strong advocate for equality and inclusion in the workplace and is currently one of the champions for Project Delivery Inclusion across UK government.

Jennifer McCarthy is a seasoned Project Manager specialising in Business Change, with a strong track record of enhancing project delivery through process optimisation and data-driven decision-making. She has successfully led the transition from Microsoft Project to Primavera P6, streamlining project management tools to better support delivery teams.Jennifer is passionate about leveraging existing systems to drive continuous improvement and eliminate non-value-adding administration. She is known for her ability to simplify complex processes, improve data visibility, and foster collaboration across IT, finance, commercial, and other functions—breaking down silos to build a truly integrated project environment.

A senior leader with significant experience encompassing Project Controls, Programme Management, Commercial and Construction delivery across Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Defence, and Infrastructure scope.As a practiced professional across industry with experience on mega projects and complex programmes, I’ve been able to provide strategic oversight to organisations and teams to develop, innovate and implement effective project / programme structure, governance and effective reporting analytics.This has been achieved through enabling the effective integration and collaboration of people, process, systems and tools to create high performing teams and project information for effective decision making and delivering project outcomes.

Rod is an experienced project controls professional who is passionate about project controls as a profession and its application within organisations and subsequent benefits delivered to society.He has 41 years’ experience working as a project controls professional across multiple sectors, providing project controls as an enabler to the successful delivery of many projects, programmes and portfolios.Throughout his career, it has been his pleasure to contribute to the profession’s development. In 2022, at the Project Controls Expo, He was awarded the Global Project Controls Lifetime Achievement Award and in 2025 the Control and Skills Authority’s Lifetime Contribution Award.

Experienced Project Controls Director with over 25 years of experience implementing Project Controls Systems across multiple industries, including oil & gas, renewables, and civil nuclear. Career has predominantly been in Defence and major maritime programmes such as Type 45, Queen Elizabeth Class, and Type 26, covering both project and functional roles. Possesses extensive knowledge in project controls governance and assurance, chairing various project controls reviews both internally and externally to Confidential. Recognized expert in Control Account Management and the learning and development approaches to embedding this into a business. Chartered Project Professional with APM and a Confidential PM Fellow. Actively volunteers in the APM Scotland Regional Network. Mentoring and coaching form a significant part of his role, alongside championing early career professionals and new entrants in Project Controls.

David has over 20 years of experience working in numerous sectors as an engineering, risk and commercial leader. He has a passion for sharing and collaborating to enhance the costing and commercial professions, demonstrated by the establishing cross-UK government department and ACostE Estimating groups. He is currently co-chairing the development of the BSI Estimating Standard.

I have over 30-years’ of project controls experience and leadership and currently I’m a Director at Currie & Brown bringing expertise in developing operational excellence in the integration of Project Controls on major projects and programmes. I have worked across many sectors including Highways, heavy and light Rail, Water, Environmental, Healthcare and Education. I have extensive knowledge and a passion for developing integrated project control solutions, leading teams and motivating individuals to provide ‘best-in-class’ project controls services. I have a wealth of experience training project controls professionals and up-skilling client’s staff to develop and deliver a strong positive legacy.

Paul Vogels is the CEO of Primaned, an EMEA boutique consulting firm in Project Controls. He is a real ambassador on getting more awareness on Project Controls. With an education in Business Administration and Informatics, he bridges the gap between the business value and the digitalization for the organisations they are advising. As a real Xennial, his motto is to motivate the Generation X to let go of the past and go digital!

With over 15 years' experience of PMO business transformation, Project Controls, Risk management, planning, and cost control. Frankie has a proven track record of delivering major programmes and portfolios. He has strong leadership skills, communicating effectively to motivate teams and maximise potential. Frankie is experienced in dealing with stakeholders at all levels within major organisations. An enthusiastic and flexible team player, he uses his initiative to solve complex problems and deliver results. He has a degree in mathematics and has a complex understanding of Quantitative risk analysis in relation to both cost and schedule. Frankie has worked in multiple sectors including (Oil & Gas, Rail, Aviation, Data Centers, Life Sciences and Renewable energy).

Ben Brownlee has held senior roles over the last 25 years working in the media, property, financial services, oil and gas, and public sectors. His roles have covered a variety of areas including managing and assuring major programmes, delivering transformation projects, setting up and managing PMOs, and leading strategic change. He is a Programme Assurance Director at the BBC, the world’s leading public broadcaster, where he leads projects and change in the revenue management department, winning the PC Expo Megaproject award in 2024.

Simon is currently Senior Director of Solution Engineering for EMEA at Bentley Systems, where he advises key clients on the use of Construction Technology to improve Project Performance He has been working in the sector for over 20 years and started his journey in Project Controls at CH2M HILL (subsequently acquired by Jacobs). Simon has been part of the mobilisation teams of multiple Major Projects in Asia, Africa, Middle East and the UK with a focus on setting up Program Systems to support the Design and Construction of major infrastructure. More recently, Simon has worked with leading Software companies in Construction, supporting them with Subject Matter Expertise.

Steven, Director of Construction & Engineering recruitment within Russell Taylor, a Recruitment business with its roots firmly planted across Technical recruitment. Into his twentieth year within Project Controls recruitment, Steven is a passionate advocate of the Expo, proud to support the project controls community where he can and is always happy to take time to chat. Please do reach out, should you ever wish to discuss projects control, specifically recruitment matters.

Rohan is a seasoned project executive with more than 35 years of experience in the nuclear industry. A recognized leader in project and programme management, he has a proven track record of delivering and overseeing complex, high-value initiatives. Throughout his career, Rohan has consistently implemented robust project controls and governance frameworks, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and stakeholder confidence across some of the sector’s most challenging programmes.

Chris is a strategic and client-focused Director with 28 years of experience in the construction industry, renowned for leading professional services teams including Project, Programme, and Project Controls consultants on major projects. His passion and success stem from building high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams. He brings multi-sector expertise across rail, aviation, nuclear, utilities, and property within the education sector and has held senior leadership roles within several large international consultancies, delivering across the UK and internationally. Chris embraces an innovative future where PMO delivery and Project Controls are enhanced by digital technology and AI, bringing greater insight and intelligence to future projects while creating environments where experts continue to enjoy the process of delivery.

Gianluca Di Lecce is a civil engineer with over 20 years of international experience in the industrial, oil & gas, and renewable energy sectors. Throughout his career, he has played a key role in the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and energy projects across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East—including Algeria, Iran, Iraq, Russia, Italy, and France. His core expertise lies in project and construction management, construction cost engineering, and the integration of economic and technical disciplines to optimize project outcomes. His deep understanding of project lifecycles, from early planning and CAPEX estimation to execution and close-out, has enabled him to effectively lead multidisciplinary teams, manage large-scale budgets, and ensure alignment between technical design, commercial strategy, and execution efficiency. He is a Certified Member and speaker of AACE International (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering), holds the APMP certification from the Association for Proposal Management Professionals, and is also a certified Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), demonstrating his ability to apply agile principles in complex engineering environments. In addition, he is TCM certified by ICEC (International Cost Engineering Council) through AICE, where he actively contributes to the advancement of cost engineering and total cost management practices. Thanks to his strong analytical mindset, leadership skills, and cross-cultural communication abilities, he has successfully collaborated with stakeholders at all organizational levels—engineering teams, contractors, clients, and executive leadership—ensuring transparency, risk mitigation, and value-driven decision-making across all project phases. Passionate about continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery, he is committed to leveraging his technical background and strategic vision to drive impactful and sustainable results in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Experienced civil engineer with over 15 years leading planning and project controls in major infrastructure projects across the UK, Europe, Africa, and South America. Currently Head of Planning and Project Controls at Galliford Try, overseeing strategy and execution across the Infrastructure Business. Extensive background in NEC and FIDIC contracts, with key roles in rail, hydro, highway, energy, and marine developments. Strong expertise in programme management, forensic planning, cost control and Risk. Holds MSc in Civil Engineering and progressing towards MSc in Construction Law. Proven leadership in delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects on time and within budget

A Mechanical Engineering graduate with over 32 years of experience in EPC industry. Traveled and worked in all 5 continents of the world.
Originally a Planner and firm believer in “Plan the Work, Work the Plan” being the only way to make a project successful. Currently with Fluor Corporation, Houston, TX (USA) as Executive Direct working on a mega LNG project in Canada (LNGC) as Business and Project Controls Manager managing Project Planning, Cost, Finance and Risk functions.

• Excellence in execution and management of mega lump sum turnkey projects with expertise in Direct Hire lump sum EPC projects, specifically Modular / LNG project execution.
• Six Sigma Champion and Green Belt. Effective application of six sigma and behavioral principles to eliminate process defects and build high performing teams.
• Major Projects include LNG Canada, Curtis Island LNG, Wheatstone LNG, Angola LNG, Chenier LNG Projects, Wood River Refinery, Comalco Alumina, PPN Power, Haldia Petrochemicals, Reliance Industries, India etc.

Tom has designed and implemented Project and Risk Management Systems in construction, transportation, and defense. His mission is to steer Project Controls toward true analysis, rather than distracting intricacies of data management. Tom comments I see excessive manual, repetitive work being performed for the sake of project planning and forecasting. A focus on automation combined with an understanding of risk will yield results which reduce routine leg-work and aid in developing quality, achievable project plans. I see many ‘analyst’ job titles, but how often do folks perform analysis? Typically they’re moving data or ‘crunching numbers.’ It’s time for change.

Christopher Dudding is the Senior Project Director for the New Embassy Compound in Mexico City, Mexico. He was promoted to Minister-Counselor rank in 2023. He recently completed a tour as Division Director for Construction Operations for OBO’s Office of Construction Management, leading all embassy construction projects worldwide. After joining the Foreign Service in 2004, having applied shortly after 9/11, he was assigned to Kabul, Afghanistan. As a part of this project, Chris supervised the renovation of the same Chancery building damaged by the Taliban in 2001, repairing decades of neglect and restoring the building to full use. After tours in Belgium and Senegal, Chris returned to the Washington area in 2013 and volunteered to take up one of OBO’s toughest domestic positions, supervising over $4.3 billion in active embassy projects in the Middle-East, North Africa, and South-Central Asia. During this time Chris oversaw a record-setting 2,000 diplomats moved into newly constructed embassy buildings in some of the most dangerous and challenging places in the world. Because of his leadership in the field of overseas construction, in 2015 he was named as one of Engineering News-Record Mid-Atlantic magazine’s Top 20 Under 40, an industry recognition rarely awarded to Government employees. Chris’s most recent position was Division Chief for Construction Operations – the State Department’s worldwide embassy construction program. In this role he oversaw nearly $14 billion in active construction programs worldwide composed of over 60 projects. He was promoted to the rank of Minister Counselor (SES-2) in 2023. Chris is currently Senior Project Director finishing the $940 million Mexico City New Embassy Compound, which will be the largest and most technically sophisticated diplomatic facility in the world. Chris has received numerous Superior Honor Awards and Meritorious Honor Awards by the Department of State, including one for his actions before, during, and after a suicide bombing attack near his jobsite in Afghanistan September 10, 2006. A graduate of Iowa State University, Chris has been a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Iowa since 2010.

Subhash Tuladhar leads the Project Controls Division at the NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC), where he plays a key role in advancing the agency’s adoption of innovative technologies. He oversees critical functions including data analytics and project delivery, with a strong focus on schedule, cost, and risk management. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Subhash fosters cross-functional teamwork to drive efficiency and deliver impactful results. Subhash brings 25+ years of experience working with owners, construction companies, engineering firms, and funding agencies. He earned his MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University.

John Driessnack, a PMP, PfPM, and CSM, has over 40 years of experience in project, program, and portfolio management. His experience includes 21 years within six major weapons programs, including serving as the Major Defense Acquisition Program Manager for the Joint Global Broadcast System. A retired Lt Colonel, John’s experience includes broad industry and government experience. He also holds a faculty position within the Project Management Center of Excellence and the Institute for Systems Research at the University of Maryland. Currently focused on Multidimensional Portfolio Management https://pm.umd.edu/2024/01/29/umd-research-leads-to-multidimensional-view-of-portfolio-management/.… John has worked on ANSI standard development teams for Earned Value Management (1st edition) and Standard for Program (5th edition). He currently supports the United States Air Force in implementing Multidimensional Portfolio Management, including enhanced modeling. John owns Olde Stone Consulting LLC, a niche sole proprietorship consultancy. He is currently the Past President of the College of Performance Management (2025-2027) and recently created the non-profit Gloria and Hans Driessnack Digital Library.

Jonathan is an energetic, trusted, and detail-oriented leader with a proven ability to transform operational departments by driving efficiency, accountability, and cost controls. Recognized by executive teams for his ability to mitigate underperforming programs, he is a respected leader known for successfully driving change and building credibility with both executives and staff. A true solutions driver, Jonathan bridges the gap between business and technology, bringing expertise in managing complex programs and multiple concurrent projects.

Mr. Mehta has project and construction management experience, including project controls, scheduling, and cost estimating. He has experience on a wide variety of project types including commercial, industrial, courthouse, educational, healthcare, park facilities as well as a variety of transportation projects.

Alvin has a background in the principles and practices of project methodology. A solution-oriented professional, he possesses excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with strong communication skills to easily interface with co-workers and management. Highly motivated, results-oriented, and a team player, Alvin brings excellent interpersonal skills and strong organizational abilities, enabling effective multitasking while managing competing priorities. He has demonstrated the capacity to provide comprehensive support for both management and staff.