How to Build a Death Star – A Project Manager’s Perspective
OVERVIEW
How we procure and deliver projects is fascinating! Imagine you are the PM for the power core at the centre of the Death Star. No imagination needed. This project is happening here on Earth right now. A little less spectacularly called ITER – International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. What can we learn from this project and the decisions made around its delivery. How indeed do you build a death star?
TAKEAWAYS
- What is different about complex projects and how they are managed?
- How does a project’s elements shape project management, from funding and expertise to IP and incentives?
- Why is the ITER project embracing collaboration?
Kiri combines real life experience delivering mega projects with leading research into project delivery to challenge how we design risk, governance and procurement strategies. An active speaker, researcher and independent consultant, Kiri brings new perspectives and tools to the problems before us.
SPEAKER
Kiri Parr is passionate about the intricacies of how we procure and deliver projects. Positioned at the crossroads of construction law, procurement strategy, risk management, human behaviour, and governance models, she brings a unique perspective that identifies patterns and interactions others might overlook. As a frequent speaker and writer on procurement, she challenges conventional thinking about project delivery and demonstrates just how compelling this field can be. Kiri thrives on collaborating with clients who are eager to explore the possibilities within their projects.
With over two decades of experience in the Australian market, Kiri has worked on a wide range of major projects from conception to litigation. Her technical expertise as a construction lawyer includes 10 years in private legal practice and 15 years as General Counsel for a large international consulting company. From 2015 to 2019, she was recognized among Doyle’s Leading In-House Construction Lawyers in Australia. In addition, Kiri brings over 15 years of board experience to her roles.
Kiri’s involvement in the construction industry is extensive. She serves on the board of the Society of Construction Lawyers Australia and is a member of the FIDIC Contracts Committee. She was a board member of Consult Australia from 2013 to 2019, including two years as Chair, and is an active member of the Dispute Resolution Board Foundation.
In 2018, Kiri was appointed Senior Fellow at the University of Melbourne, where she co-delivers the course Major Project Delivery: The Legal Interfaces as part of the Master of Construction Law program.
Connect with the speaker
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiriparr/
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Event agenda:
05.15 - 06.00pm Open / Networking
06.00 - 06.15pm PMIQ Welcome & announcement
06.15 - 07:00pm Presentation / Workshop
07:00 - 07:15pm Q&A
07:15 - 07:30pm Announcement / Updates
07:30 - 08:00pm Networking & Close
Event Type: Hybrid | You can attend this event in person or join us via the link included in the Registration Confirmation email.
Refunds: You may request to cancel your registration for a full refund, up to five (5) working days before the date and time of the event. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Questions / Feedback: If you have any questions about our events or would like to provide feedback, please get in touch with our Events Team at events@pmiqld.org
