Brisbane 2032: Australia’s Biggest Project — Are We Ready?
OVERVIEW
As the Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games draw near, the pressure to deliver world-class infrastructure on time has never been greater. Don’t miss this energetic and highly interactive fireside chat that takes you behind the scenes of one of the most ambitious Olympic mega-projects in history.
Experience exclusive, real-world case studies shared by a panel of internationally renowned experts who have managed the intense political, financial, and logistical challenges of past Games. Learn first-hand from the untold stories of the Sydney 2000 and London 2012 Olympics, and discover how their hard-won lessons can be harnessed right here in Brisbane.
This is your chance to engage with leaders shaping Brisbane’s Olympic future and to gain practical insights on delivering resilient, on-time infrastructure in the face of global challenges. Be part of the conversation that will define a generation. Secure your place at this unmissable event!
DISCUSSION DOMAINS
The session will bypass textbook theory to focus entirely on the raw realities of major project delivery, zeroing in on three central hooks:
- Mega-Project Case Studies: Analysing the 30-month design and construction blitz of the Sydney Stadium, alongside scope-deletion strategies used in London to safeguard committed funds.
- Risk, Opportunity, Strategic Change: Shifting the perception of risk from an "enemy" to an opportunity, and examining how to implement creative, sponsor-funded project changes without exhausting baseline budgets.
- Procurement & Local Supply Chains: Providing a clear, data-driven roadmap of upcoming market opportunities, security staffing frameworks, and tendering pipelines for local businesses.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Attendees will walk away with practical, career-changing insights synthesised from over $23 billion worth of successfully completed global infrastructure:
- The Ultimate Priority of Project Strategy: Discover how central project strategy was to the flawless timeline of the Sydney Stadium success, applied in a counterintuitive way that most standard project managers might never naturally imagine.
- Sophisticated Communication over Rigid Frameworks: The larger and more complex a project becomes, the less effective standard toolkits are compared to refined negotiation skills. Explore two major case studies from the Sydney experience, including managing highly sensitive union relations under zero-contingency restrictions.
- Rethinking the Risk Dynamic: Learn to stop treating risk purely as a defensive threat. The panel will demonstrate how to actively hunt for hidden project opportunities and pivot toward creative variations funded entirely by external stakeholders.
OUR SPEAKER
Dr. Alan Patching
Advisory Council Member | Committee for Brisbane
Former CEO of the owning entity and Owner’s Project Director for the 115,000-seat Sydney Olympic Stadium, the largest Olympic stadium venue ever constructed. He successfully delivered the $23 billion mega-project on time and completely within budget with zero variations or time extensions. How’s that for starters!
Linkedin: Dr. Alan Patching
Dominique Lamb
Director of Community Affairs | Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
From the Brisbane 2032 Organising Committee, Director of Community Affairs for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic & Paralympic Games—positioned at the very centre of the city’s massive $23 billion infrastructure runway, Dominique holds one of the most vital roles in ensuring local commercial enterprise seamlessly translates into localized success for the Games.
Linkedin: Dominique Lamb
Paul Callender
CEO | Effectus
An internationally recognised mega-project expert, Paul has been involved in mega-projects globally, from The LINE in Saudi Arabia to major airports in Spain. He was also instrumental in the delivery of two of the UK's greatest engineering triumphs: macro-logistics for the 2012 London Olympics and aggressive scope management for Europe’s massive Crossrail project. As the Chief Executive of Effectus, he specialises in transforming high-stakes, defensive risk landscapes into proactive commercial opportunities.
Linkedin: Paul Callender
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Virtual Event / Meetings
Following your registration, you will receive all relevant details, where applicable, via email. Please check your inbox for this critical information, as it will provide instructions and links to access the event.
In-person Attendance
Proof of registration will be required upon entry, as places are limited at our events. Please bring a copy of your registration confirmation email with you on the day.
Dress Code
All attendees are encouraged to wear smart business casual attire to support the professional nature of the event.
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 (Excludes PMDoS & Special Events). We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Photography / Videography
Attendees should note that our events may be recorded and published in various media, including print, audio and video formats, without further notice.
Questions / Feedback
If you have any questions about our events or would like to provide feedback, please get in touch with us at Events@pmiqld.org or contact Roosevelt Dias, Chief Executive Officer, at CEO@pmiqld.org or +61 406 096 907.
ANZ Reciprocal Membership
If you are a member of another PMI chapter in Australia or New Zeland, Please contact us at Events@pmiqld.org to request your Member Access Code for this event.
Not Receiving PMI / PMI Queensland Emails?
Please take a moment to update your communication preferences in your myPMI account to ensure you receive essential information [CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW].
_____________
DISCLAIMER
PMI Queensland events are intended for educational purposes only. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the participants individually and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of PMI Queensland, its sponsors, or its partners. PMI Queensland does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented.
