Join QMCA for Industry’s Celebration of the Year!
Get ready for the most anticipated event on the construction industry calendar – the QMCA Innovation and Excellence Awards 2024! This prestigious gala event is back and bigger than ever, set to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of our members, partners, and suppliers who continue to shape Queensland’s infrastructure and construction landscape.
On Friday, 21st March, over 500 industry leaders from contracting, engineering, consulting, government, and beyond will gather for an unforgettable afternoon of celebration, networking, and recognition. It’s more than just an awards lunch – it’s the ultimate opportunity to connect with peers, honour outstanding achievements, and toast to the future of our industry.
What’s in Store?
✨ Award Presentations – Witness the announcement of the most prestigious awards in the industry, including:
- Ian Harrington Collaboration Award
- Dale Gilbert Lifetime Achievement Award
- Cbus Superfund Project of the Year Over $100M Award
- Coates Project of the Year Under $100M Award
- 4020 Consult Emerging Professional of the Year Award
- IPS James Sheldon Construction Professional of the Year Award
- Design Excellence Award
- Technology and Innovation Award
- Sustainability and Community Award
🍽 Gourmet Three-Course Lunch – Enjoy a premium dining experience with a carefully curated menu and drinks flowing from 12:00noon to 4:00pm.
🎤 Entertainment & Special Guests – We are thrilled to welcome renowned Australian poet Rupert McCall OAM as our special guest. With his unique ability to captivate audiences through verse, Rupert has paid tribute to legends such as Roger Federer, Don Bradman, and the Royal Flying Doctors. His moving tribute at the Gallipoli Dawn Service and New York’s Ground Zero have left lasting impressions, and his passion for Australia resonates across generations. Expect an unforgettable performance that will inspire and entertain.
🤝 Unmatched Networking Opportunities – Connect with industry leaders, peers, and colleagues in an engaging and celebratory atmosphere.
Secure Your Spot Now!
Tickets are selling fast, and this event WILL sell out. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration – book your table today!
💡 Want to maximise your involvement? Consider becoming a QMCA member for exclusive event discounts and year-round benefits.
For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, or membership enquiries, contact admin@qmca.com.au or visit www.qmca.com.au.
Sponsors
QMCA would like to acknowledge and thank our supporters, without whom the 2024 Innovation and Excellence Awards would not be possible.
IPS (www.ipsorg.com.au) provides dynamic project management, planning and engineering services to the infrastructure and broader construction sectors, offering expert technical and advisory services across the full project lifecycle – from project development phases, transaction and procurement processes, through to design and delivery of complex, large-scale, and sensitive projects.
Read more about our projects here: www.ipsorg.com.au/experience
Bringing together a team of over 30 highly skilled professionals and leveraging our trusted network of reputable industry partners, IPS delivers optimal project outcomes on the most challenging engineering projects through our best-in-class efficiency, diligence and collaboration with our clients. Our proven difference is the powerful blend of project management expertise and rich technical acumen we bring to each project, enabling IPS to cover a broad range of our clients’ needs and provide the required solutions with a high degree of understanding and efficiency.
Our portfolio spans government agencies, Tier 1 contractors, local councils, and specialist consultants, giving us a 360-degree view that powers integrated, transparent, and customised solutions at any project stage. Maintaining a non-negotiable standard of excellence, IPS is leading the way in forging a new benchmark of quality for the infrastructure sector.
4020 was established to provide our client’s within the Construction, Engineering & Renewables sectors with a highly effective approach to managing their People strategy and Recruitment operations. With a clear focus to overcome the challenges that often beset SMEs, 4020 Consult engages in genuine partnerships with a select group of clients to enhance their people engagement strategies while also optimising their staff performance through training and coaching. The very core of our business though has always been recruitment, where we specialise is attracting the highest quality of candidates through our extensive networks and search techniques.
The national super fund for your industry
As one of Australia’s leading industry super funds, we are focused on providing strong long term retirement outcomes* for members and helping employers manage their business superannuation needs.
With Cbus, you can expect simple administration, superannuation support and reliable service when and where you need it.
The super environment can be complex to navigate, which is why we are here to support and keep you informed about legislative or industry changes so you can focus on what you do best – building your business.
Visit cbussuper.com.au or call 1300 361 784 to find out how Cbus Super can support your business super needs.
*Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
This information is about Cbus and doesn’t take into account your specific needs. You should look at your own financial position, objectives and requirements before making any financial decisions. Read the relevant Cbus Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination to decide if Cbus is right for you. Call 1300 361 784 or visit cbussuper.com.au for a copy.
United Super Pty Ltd ABN 46 006 261 623 AFSL 233792 as Trustee for the Construction and Building Unions Superannuation Fund ABN 75 493 363 262 (Cbus and/or Cbus Super)
John Coates founded the company in 1885 to support Victoria’s growing gold-rush cities – and we’ve been supporting Australian industry ever since.
From our early days importing and manufacturing machinery, we evolved into an equipment hire firm and helped pioneer the rental business in Australia.
As we continued to expand our fleet to service the booming mining, infrastructure and construction industries, we became the nation’s largest equipment hire company.
But we don’t just provide the tools and machinery. We provide an end-to-end solution – equipment rental and specialist engineering, industrial and power & HVAC services, all under one roof.
We’re also a company of problem-solvers. A well-oiled machine of engineers, installation experts and shutdown managers, equipped to take on any challenge.
From equipment hire and temporary works engineering to industrial shutdowns and power & HVAC services, you can trust Coates to provide equipment and expertise, whenever and wherever you need it. Coates. Equipped for anything.
