Passionate Team Leader with a proven track record of making an impact in various organizations. I bring: ● 15+ years of experience in various roles and qualifications. ● Mastery of Project management and controls, people management, resource planning, and capability building.

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.

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.

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.

I'm a Senior BIM & Digital Delivery Consultant supporting Digital Delivery Management for Large-scale construction projects. I graduated as a Civil/Structural engineer and worked as a coordinator for other disciplines. I have in-depth knowledge of architectural, landscape, and MEP works, which helped me work as a global BIM manager. I worked on many of the largest construction projects during the last twelve years, delivering, coordinating, and managing BIM, GIS, and CAD deliverables. I use my knowledge and experience to implement BIM and provide digitisation strategies for my organisation and clients. I have a Master’s degree in global BIM management, and I'm certified by many respectful information management organisations. I also have a deep academic knowledge of international standards, methods, and procedures related to information management. I have an excellent voluntary record as I lead and contribute to many regional and international initiatives related to the development of data management and digitisation of the AEC industry. My goal is to influence the digital engineering and construction realm positively

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.