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.

Dr. Anh Pham Waddell is a strategic leader with over 30 years’ experience across government, international development, media, and the not-for-profit sector. She currently serves as Director of Guided Weapon and Explosive Ordnance Costing at the Australian Department of Defence. Known for her authentic leadership, analytical expertise, and collaborative approach, she has held roles with federal agencies, the UNDP, and Time magazine in Vietnam. Dr. Waddell brings deep capability in program and project management, guided by a whole-of-government perspective. She is committed to contributing to boards that value effective governance, innovation, and cross-sector insight.

Fiona Patchett is a highly accomplished project controls leader with extensive expertise in all aspects of program and project management, finance and major infrastructure delivery. Fiona led the development and implementation of Program Controls Framework for one of Queensland Governments largest infrastructure delivery agencies, TMR. She has designed and delivered targeted training for controls officers and project managers across TMR’s infrastructure business. With practical experience in performance management, governance and strategic planning, Fiona brings a disciplined, insightful approach to improving delivery outcomes and embedding best practice across complex programs.

Ish is an established leader with two decades of experience in planning and project controls across Rail Infrastructure, Water, Mixed Use Developments, Integrated Station Developments, and Renewable Sectors. He has a proven track record of managing high-performing teams and delivering exceptional project outcomes. His career includes extensive work in operational efficiency, project planning, project controls, risk management, oversight, and reporting. Ish has demonstrated success in both the Transport and Infrastructure sectors, driving complex projects to successful completion. Ish is dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation within teams, focusing on aligning people with common goals and values. He emphasizes empowering team members to achieve high performance while maintaining accountability and making informed, data-driven decisions.

Joshua has been a senior Executive with Sydney Metro, Australia’s largest public transport infrastructure program, for the past 10 years. His Executive roles have included Head of Project Delivery & Technical Services, which included responsibility for all four Metro megaprojects during the final delivery & commissioning of City-section, and the planning & commencement of the brownfield conversion of Southwest. Prior to this, Joshua led the Capital Portfolio Strategy & Assurance team, and the Program Management Office – a team of over 320 cost, schedule, risk, and digital engineering resources across all Metro projects. Joshua retired from the Royal Australian Navy in 2015, following service in a range of national and international headquarters strategy and planning leadership roles. He holds postgraduate degrees in Theology, International Relations, and Public Administration, and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Manjeet Hoodaa is an innovative, mission-driven management executive with nearly two decades of experience leading complex infrastructure projects within the global energy sector. He effectively navigates large-scale, multi-billion-dollar projects for the renewable energy, oil, and gas industries, with safety, quality, and community at the core of his efforts. Manjeet has demonstrated a history of successfully leading projects for some of the largest companies in the world, including ExxonMobil, Chevron, and in Australia, with the Transgrid group. His diverse experiences cover all aspects of project management. Manjeet previously served on the board of Young Crew of International Project Management Association (IPMA) and has led various Steering Committees in his multiple Director roles. In his current role as Senior Director at Envision Energy, he leads the group’s execution and delivery business, which includes creating long-term partnerships with stakeholders and delivery partners for the origination and successful execution of Wind, BESS, Hybrid, and various forms of clean energy-related projects. His professional history is complemented by an Executive MBA from the Melbourne Business School and a Bachelor of Technology in Instrumentation & Control from Kurukshetra University. He is a Chartered Engineer (CPEng), MIEAust, NER, APEC, Int (PE), Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ), Certified Project Manager (CPM), Level C recognised Executive by International Project Management Association (IPMA), Business Value-Oriented Project Manager (BVOPM), certified Board Chair Executive from Advisory Board Centre, and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).

Capital Infrastructure enthusiast and a thought leader in business, Omer Iqbal brings practical solutions, innovative ideas and insights from 18 years in the trenches of complex capital programs. Currently working on Sydney Water's $35B investment portfolio, Omer's career spans transport, defence, and energy sectors where he's developed a knack for making the complicated seem straightforward. Beside routine work, Omer contributes to the profession as an ex-president of PMI Sydney, Member Western Sydney University's External Advisory Committee and Advisor to various NFP Boards. He occasionally shares war stories as a keynote speaker at industry conferences and helps shape the next generation through guest lectures at various Australian academia. Omer is qualified with GAICD, MBA, PMP and Civil Engineering background, Omer brings a healthy appreciation for both boardroom strategy and on-site realities. Omer enjoys connecting dots between executive vision and practical delivery.

Pela has been in Infrastructure and Project Management for over 35 years in the private and public sectors. She has held bold, transformational executive roles in engineering, infrastructure, asset management, project management and project controls. She is a trusted advisor to CEOs, executive teams, and boards of directors on development, project planning and infrastructure design, project controls, portfolio and programme management and project delivery. Pela has an unwavering commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. She has significant commercial experience particularly in infrastructure and the defence sectors and provides advice to Government and the private sectors. Pela is an Executive Consultant in Project, Programme and Portfolio Management including project management and projects controls. Currently, Pela’s primary role is Director of Transformation at NEXTDC, and she is an Associate at Monash Business School. Pela is a member of our Defence Forces (Navy) holding the rank of Lieutenant Commander (LCDR).Pela is a member of several public and private Boards and provides her expertise in infrastructure, project management, project controls, defence and for veterans.

Sangrah is a proven leader in building and empowering high performing teams and an industry recognised expert in implementing best practice and robust Project Controls, Cost Control, Earned Value and Risk Management strategies, processes, systems and deliverables. He is a Fellow of Engineers Australia, MBA qualified with a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Maintenance Management and a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours).

Santhosh Therakam is an experienced board director and executive with over 40 years of global leadership in delivering complex infrastructure projects. A qualified CPA and engineer, he brings deep expertise in governance, financial oversight, and strategic risk leadership. Santhosh drives innovation through sustainable, technology-enabled solutions, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. His international experience across public and private sectors equips him to navigate complexity and unlock value. Passionate about driving purposeful impact, he brings strong strategic insight and operational discipline to not-for-profit boards, supporting long-term growth, compliance, and alignment with mission and values.

Vijay is a passionate project & program controls leader with over 18 years of experience in delivering major infrastructure programs across India, Middle East and Australia. Currently looks after the controls function for a $34Bn Portfolio through the Program lifecycle. He has a strong expertise in planning, estimation, cost controls, risk management and dashboard reporting. He specialises in establishing controls office within organisations. He hold a Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Master in Construction Management along PMP, PgMP and PfMP from PMI, USA.

I am a professional engineer with over 20 years of experience across Infrastructure, Oil & Gas, Mining, Defence and Power sectors in Australia and overseas. Since earning my AACEI certification in 2010, I have specialised in cost engineering, contract management and variations, project management and project controls. I’ve led multimillion-dollar, multidisciplinary projects, consistently delivering results through strategic planning, risk mitigation and value-driven execution. Known for my detail-oriented and analytical approach, I thrive in dynamic environments and perform across all phases of project development and delivery, ensuring precision and performance from concept to completion.

He is a Chartered Professional Engineer with expertise in project controls, specialising in schedule, cost, risk, change and governance. He delivers tailored solutions across infrastructure, transport, energy, and oil & gas sectors. Ahmed embeds proactive risk strategies within controls frameworks and contracts to ensure resilient, commercially sound outcomes. His credentials include a Master’s in Project Management, a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and professional certifications in scheduling, cost, and earned value management. He supports performance across the full project lifecycle by establishing integrated project controls frameworks from initiation through to close-out.

He is a senior executive with ~25 years of experience spanning the full spectrum of industry, from coalface to boardroom, across energy, resources, and infrastructure. He works with corporate, private equity, and government clients, specialising in value improvement for portfolios of capital projects and operating assets. His career has spanned APAC, the Middle East, and North America. He has held leadership and executive advisory roles on nation-building Australian projects in transportation and energy, underpinned by a decade of hands-on experience as a practicing engineer, project manager, and development specialist. Vikrant has served as faculty for the Australian Major Projects Leadership Academy, contributing to the development of major project leadership capability within the Australian public sector. He also serves on the boards of For Purpose and Not-for-Profit organisations, driven by a deep commitment to community impact. He holds an MBA from the Australian Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Mumbai.

I am the Senior Specialist for Enterprise Systems at VIDA. I lead a team managing the VIDA Project Controls and Finance enterprise system for the ODG, LXRP, MRPV, MTPO & VHBA Project Offices. With a 25 years background in Finance and Project Controls, I've gained experience across various roles in the UK, US and Australia. I am passionate about promoting Project Controls methodologies and improving data quality by optimizing people, processes, and tools. I am interested in systems integration and like to explore emerging technologies to drive efficiency and boost data accuracy.

Abhi Datta is Director at Turner & Townsend and Infrastructure Board Member for ANZ, with over 20 years of global experience in delivering mega projects. He is Executive Chair of the Australian Cost Engineering Society (Engineers Australia) and serves on the Advisory Board for the University of Sydney’s School of Project Management. A strategic leader and data storyteller, Abhi is a champion of Project Controls and has led transformative initiatives across infrastructure, oil & gas, mining, and industrial sectors worldwide.