Queensland Major Contractors Association

Qld Major Projects Pipeline Report - Townsville 3 November 2022
2022-11-03 07:00 - 09:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | The Ville Resort, Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville, 4810, Australia
The Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report is the definitive guide to the major construction works that will define the success of Queensland’s Contracting Sector.
Last year the Townsville region’s pipeline of major projects was $3.4bn, with Road, Minerals and Water projects driving investment and long-term growth, but what does this year’s pipeline mean for the region? What are projects that will share the region, and what is their status regarding funding, approvals, and scheduling?
Authored by Queensland Major Contractors Association and stakeholders from across the industry, the report is a mainstay of government policy, media commentary and influence, as we actively pursue and deliver the transformational projects that employ our people, connect our communities, and drive the long-term economic and social wellbeing of the state.
Join QMCA and our partners from across the industry as we launch this year’s report at our Townsville Breakfast. At the event, you will be given a briefing on the pipeline, the sectors experiencing growth and the opportunities that lie ahead for our industry. You will also hear from leading industry experts on what the state’s pipeline means for the state, as well as taking a deep dive into the pipeline for the Townsville region and what it means for local employment, businesses and communities as projects are planned, procured, and delivered.
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Qld Major Projects Pipeline Report - Brisbane 26 October 2022
2022-10-26 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
The Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report is the definitive guide to the major construction works that will define the success of Queensland’s Contracting Sector.
Authored by Queensland Major Contractors Association and stakeholders from across the industry, the report is a mainstay of government policy, media commentary and influence, as we actively pursue and deliver the transformational projects that employ our people, connect our communities, and drive the long-term economic and social wellbeing of the state.
Launched via a gala event in Brisbane and regionally in Townsville and Toowoomba, the 2022 Queensland Major Projects Report will be the essential guide to our industry and the projects Queensland needs for long-term financial and social prosperity. As we look ahead to this year’s report, we have many reasons to be optimistic about the future of our industry in Queensland as major projects such as Inland Rail, Cross River Rail, Brisbane Metro progress and upgrades to the M1, Bruce Highway and essential water infrastructure development begin in earnest. This is before we see pipeline growth from emerging industries such as Hydrogen and the future investment requirements to support the 2032 Olympic Games.
Join QMCA and our partners from across the industry as we launch this year’s report at our Brisbane Breakfast. At the event, you will be given a briefing on the pipeline, the sectors experiencing growth and the opportunities that lie ahead for our industry and will hear from leading industry experts on what the state’s pipeline means for the state as well as its regions.
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SOLD OUT: QMCA Breakfast Networking Event - 15 September 2022: Defence
2022-09-15 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Industry Networking Breakfast: Defence
As Australia invests in sovereign defence capability and secures global partnerships for equipment, vehicles and training, increased investment will be required in infrastructure to support the Australian Defence Force.
At our defence breakfast, key speakers will identify, outline, and discuss the nation’s defence infrastructure needs, future plans, and the role that the construction and infrastructure sector will play in supporting the development, expansion and maintenance of ports, air bases, and training facilities, barracks and more.
Book your table/tickets today!

QMCA Golf Day
2022-09-08 | Keperra Golf Club, 44 Duggan Street, Keperra, Qld, 4054, Australia
QMCA’s Annual Golf Day is Back! Join your colleagues, friends, and peers from across infrastructure and engineering as we enjoy a day of networking, friendly competition, and variable golf skills as we take on each other and Keperra Golf Club.
Entries are available for individuals and teams and with prizes on offer for closest to pin, straightest drive, longest drive, most balls lost, first, second and third place plus last place!!
We also have opportunities available to sponsor a hole! For $1,000 you can sponsor one of the holes, help us to fund some amazing prizes and enter 4 players into the day’s fun. To do so simply select a hole sponsorship option and we will finalise the sponsorship details with you.

QMCA Networking Breakfast 19 August 2022 - Supply Chains
2022-08-19 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Supply chains have changed dramatically over the last two years and will continue to do so into the future. At the present time, supply chains are extremely constrained and stretched in some areas.
What is happening in this area?
What are the current and future issues and trends?
How is “on shoring” of manufacturing capability going to assist the industry and how quickly is this happening?
What are some of the leading approaches to capacity and capability building and strengthening of supply chain in local and regional areas?
Come along to our next breakfast event to hear from industry leaders, including ARTC/Inland Rail about how they are focusing on growing local capacity and capability to assist with the delivery of this nation building project, as well as other major construction supply chain companies.

QMCA End of Financial Year Networking Drinks
2022-07-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Hotel X, 458 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Qld, 4006, Australia
In partnership with our good friends at BESIX Watpac we will be celebrating the end of the financial year at Hotel X on Thursday 14 July. Join us for an evening of networking, catching up with colleagues from across the industry and celebrating the milestones and achievements of the last 12 months.
This event is proudly supported by BESIX Watpac. BESIX Watpac is a leading Australian multi-disciplinary construction company backed by a century of global expertise and financial strength. A wholly owned subsidiary of the award-winning international contractor BESIX Group we are an engineering-led multi-disciplinary contractor specialising in complex construction across all sectors, including infrastructure and marine works.
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SOLD OUT: International Women in Engineering Day Networking Breakfast
2022-06-23 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Join QMCA as we celebrate International Women In Engineering Day.
International Women in Engineering Day began in the UK in 2014 as a national campaign from the Women’s Engineering Society. Since then, INWED has grown enormously, receiving UNESCO patronage in 2016 and going truly global the following year. The day highlights the amazing work by women in engineering and technical roles across our industry.
As an industry, there is no doubt we have come a long way, with QMCA and members supported programs like Constructionarium Australia’s All-Female build program a leading example of positive change. But, more can still be done to increase female participation, promote careers and pathways in engineering, and ensure that we can attract and retain the best talent to infrastructure and engineering.
At our International Women in Engineering Day Breakfast join QMCA, keynote speakers and a panel of female leaders from across the industry as we celebrate the achievements of women in infrastructure and address the challenges and barriers preventing increased female participation.
Join us for a unique event. Book your place, grab a table, engage in this event, and celebrate the fantastic women in the construction industry.

QMCA Networking Breakfast 24 March 2022
2022-03-24 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
Hydrogen
Hydrogen is touted as the next big energy export for Queensland. With the sector set to rapidly develop based on a growing market, government funding and increased commercial opportunities it has the potential to be as important as the CSG-LNG industry. However, to deliver these hydrogen export plans large scale industrial plants, pipelines and associated infrastructure are required, which will be reliant on the engineering and construction sector in Queensland.
QMCA, in partnership with Clough, invite you to our March breakfast where you will hear from industry leaders about the future of hydrogen in Queensland and the infrastructure required to take advantage of the rapidly growing industry.
Joining us will be keynote speakers from Phil Richardson, General Manager New Energy Projects at Stanwell Corporation, Alana Barlow National Hydrogen Commercialisation Manager at Sumitomo Corporation and Clough who will outline the market, engineering requirements, skills, resources and investment needed to transform hydrogen into a long term and sustainable industry for Queensland.
(All attendees are required to be fully-vaccinated to attend the function and guests will be required to use the Check-in App on arrival.)
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QMCA 2021 Awards Lunch
2022-03-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (Plaza Terrace Room), Cnr Glenelg & Merrivale Street, South Bank, Queensland, 4101, Australia
Join QMCA for Industry’s Celebration of The Year
The annual QMCA awards are back to celebrate the outstanding work that our members, partners and suppliers undertake in Queensland.
On 18 March 2022, our gala event will welcome over 500 leaders from the contracting, engineering, consulting, government and industry environments for a long lunch to celebrate our industry as we take the afternoon to recognise the people, projects and achievements that lead our sector.
The event is a fantastic opportunity to network with colleagues, friends, peers and industry as we enjoy a memorable Friday afternoon celebrating the very best of the construction industry. The event includes:
Announcement of the QMCA Innovation and Excellence Award winners across seven categories
A three-course meal and drinks from 12.00noon through to 4.00pm
Entertainment
Networking and connection opportunities
Get in fast and book your table – this is one you don’t want to miss as it will sell-out!
Have you considered becoming a financial member of QMCA? With benefits like exclusive member-price tickets to the Awards lunch and other events, there’s no better time to join.
Contact admin@qmca.com.au to enquire or join online at www.qmca.com.au

2021 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline – Toowoomba Launch
2021-12-02 07:00 - 09:00 | Oaks Toowoomba Hotel, Level 2, 25 Annand Street, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia
2021 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline – Toowoomba Launch
The Toowoomba-Ipswich-Logan region has long been a powerhouse of the Queensland economy. Its future growth is set to be supported by the development and delivery of a major projects pipeline valued at $7.4b. Comprising transport, road, rail and water projects investment is expected to increase to a peak of $1.5b in 2023/24. Join QMCA, TSBE and leaders from across the sector as we discuss the region’s major projects pipeline and explore the challenges and opportunities it offers to the construction and infrastructure sector, supply chain and wider economy.
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QMCA Networking Breakfast 19 November 2021 - Queensland’s Rail Renaissance
2021-11-19 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Queensland is undergoing a rail renaissance.
According to the recently published Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report, 20 significant projects comprise a $12b pipeline of investment in rail infrastructure for the sunshine State. From Cross River Rail and Inland Rail to Mt Isa-Townsville and Moura-Aldoga Link Project, passenger and freight networks are being refreshed, expanded and modernised to meet the needs of Queensland’s growing population and primary industries.
And that is before we factor in the need to rapidly move athletes, visitors and spectators across South-East Queensland as part of the 2032 Olympics. We are delighted to invite you to our next breakfast in partnership with Martinus where you will hear from industry experts about the opportunities and projects that will shape Queensland’s rail transformation. It is an exciting time to support the rail sector in Queensland, and we encourage designers, engineers, civil contractors and supply chain members to book their place at this industry-leading event.

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2021-11-19 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Industry Networking Breakfast – Queensland’s Rail Renaissance
Queensland is undergoing a rail renaissance.
According to the recently published Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report, 20 significant projects comprise a $12b pipeline of investment in rail infrastructure for the sunshine State. From Cross River Rail and Inland Rail to Mt Isa-Townsville and Moura-Aldoga Link Project, passenger and freight networks are being refreshed, expanded and modernised to meet the needs of Queensland’s growing population and primary industries.
And that is before we factor in the need to rapidly move athletes, visitors and spectators across South-East Queensland as part of the 2032 Olympics. We are delighted to invite you to our next breakfast in partnership with Martinus where you will hear from industry experts about the opportunities and projects that will shape Queensland’s rail transformation. It is an exciting time to support the rail sector in Queensland, and we encourage designers, engineers, civil contractors and supply chain members to book their place at this industry-leading event.
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Qld Major Projects Pipeline Report
2021-10-14 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
Event and registration details coming soon.

QMCA Industry Breakfast 16 September 2021
2021-09-16 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
New Energy Opportunities for the Future
Energy, like water, is vital for a prosperous Queensland. With pressure on the sector to adapt, change and transition to renewable and green energy sources, we look at what the future holds for the sector with presentations and a panel of industry leaders. Discussing the sector’s critical issues from generation to distribution and supply, this event is not-to-be-missed by contractors, designers and industry members keen to understand the new energy opportunities pivotal to Queensland’s future economic growth and prosperity.
Speakers include:
• Rod Duke, CEO, Energy Queensland
• Arran McGhie, Chief Operations Officer, Genex Power

EoFY Networking Drinks 2 September 2021
2021-09-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Soapbox Beer, 89-101 Gipps Street, Fortitude Valley, Queensland, 4006, Australia
End of Financial Year Networking Drinks

QMCA invites you to our upcoming networking event as we celebrate the successes of the past financial year. In partnership with our good friends at SMEC, we will be celebrating the end of the financial year at Soapbox Beer. Join us for an evening of networking, catching-up with colleagues from across the industry and celebrating the milestones and achievements of the last 12 months.
We will also be discussing the future of collaboration between construction and design in Queensland with an update from QMCA and Consult Australia on The Charter for the Queensland civil infrastructure industry. Its purpose is to articulate a framework for industry participants to define the values, behaviours and working relationships desired to promote a sustainable industry focused on building better communities.
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Industry Breakfast 27 May 2021
2021-05-27 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Industry Breakfast – Queensland Water Infrastructure

Access to a safe and secure water supply is essential for the State’s economic growth and prosperity.
In a large and decentralised State, with varying water demands and supply, being able to provide water and wastewater treatment for communities and industry reliably is essential. From bulk water storage to transport (pipelines) to treatment into potable water and then waste treatment and recycling, Queensland’s water network requires complex infrastructure.
Across the next decade, significant investment will be made in water infrastructure and assets. On Thursday 27 May, we will delve a little deeper into the full water cycle as part of our May Industry Breakfast. Joined by keynote speakers from Sunwater, Bowen River Utilities and Urban Utilities, you will have the opportunity to be briefed on the plans and projects that will shape the sector in the years ahead.
Join us at Victoria Park Function Centre, Herston on Thursday 27 May at 7:00am and be part of the conversation.

Networking Breakfast 25 March 2021
2021-03-25 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
Going for Gold
With the announcement that SEQ is the preferred candidate to host the 2032 Olympic Games, QMCA is hosting a special breakfast where we look at the infrastructure needs and challenges for hosting the 2032 Olympics. Representing a generational opportunity to invest in long term infrastructure across South East Queensland, the Games can see the region benefit from efficient solutions required during the Olympics that will also support growth for the next 50 years and beyond.

At the breakfast you will hear from:

Scott Smith (CEO SEQ Council of Mayors) who has led the development of much of the work behind Brisbane’s bid for the 2032 Olympics
Jason van Paassen from SMEC, who has led the development of the infrastructure plans to support the Games.

Book your place today to ensure you do not miss out on hearing from key experts discussing how South East Queensland can go for gold.

QMCA Innovation Awards Event
2021-02-26 12:00 - 16:00 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (Plaza Terrace Room), Cnr Glenelg & Merrivale Street, South Bank, Queensland, 4101, Australia
The 2020 QMCA Innovation and Excellence Awards are back to celebrate the outstanding work that our members, partners and suppliers undertake in Queensland. With 400 industry leaders and innovators in attendance, the long-lunch will be a celebration of our industry, as we take the afternoon to recognise the people, projects and achievements that lead our sector.
The event is a fantastic opportunity to network with colleagues, friends, peers and industry as we enjoy a memorable Friday afternoon celebrating the very best of the construction industry. The event includes:

Announcement of the QMCA Innovation and Excellence Award winners across seven categories
A three-course meal and drinks from 12.00noon through to 4.00pm
Entertainment
Networking and connection opportunities

Get in fast and book your table – this is one you don’t want to miss as it will sell-out!
Have you considered becoming a financial member of QMCA? With benefits like exclusive member-price tickets to the Awards lunch and other events, there’s no better time to join.
Contact admin@qmca.com.au to enquire or join online at www.qmca.com.au

Networking Breakfast 11 February 2021
2021-02-11 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000

QMCA Networking Breakfast - 11 February 2021
2021-02-11 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
Being Procurement Ready – Deciphering your clients needs
As the 2020 Major Project Infrastructure Pipeline outlined there is significant increase in potential workload in Queensland across the engineering and construction sector. The construction sector has been highlighted as the key industry to help the Queensland economy recover from the economic impacts of 2020. As a result there is an increase in projects being brought to market by public and private clients alike; however with changing demands and conditions on projects clients are looking for construction organisations and consortia to take on more and more responsibility.
Understanding these client objectives is important in responding to tenders. Being tender ready for 2021 is important for the industry.
The QMCA will be kicking off its 2021 industry breakfast series on February 11 with a panel discussion on being tender ready- deciphering your clients needs. Come along and hear from a panel of industry experts and get in shape for what will be a big year.

QMCA Xmas Networking Event - 10 December 2020
2020-12-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
Join us as we farewell 2020 at the Hilton Brisbane on Thursday 10 December at 5.30pm.
Well, wasn’t 2020 fun? If there is ever a year that needed a Christmas party, it is this year, so we are delighted to invite you to QMCA’s Christmas Drinks in partnership with McConnell Dowell.
It has been a huge year for our industry, and we would like to take the opportunity to catch up with the friends and colleagues who have helped QMCA on our journey over the last 12 months. It will also be a chance to meet new and returning QMCA Board members. Please, join us at the Hilton on Thursday 10 December for an evening of networking, catching up with friends and colleagues as we head towards the finish line of another year, ready to rest and recharge before we take on 2021.
So, register now and join your friends and colleagues as we farewell 2020 and catch up before we head off for much deserved end of year breaks.
This event is in partnership with McConnell Dowell.
Since 1961, we have built thousands of quality assets and facilities for customers and communities. Our expertise has grown steadily to span building, civil, electrical, fabrication, marine, mechanical, pipelines, rail, tunnel and underground construction. Our culture is founded on expertise, creativity and progressive thinking. We constantly challenge ourselves and our partners to find the best solution for every project. This attitude, along with our safe, high-quality, systematic and structured approach, has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients.
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QMCA Networking Breakfast - 26 November 2020
2020-11-26 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Join us for our first post-COVID face-to-face breakfast at the Victoria Park Function Centre on Thursday 26 November at 7.00am.

As well as hearing the industry latest news and having the opportunity to network with your peers from across the sector, QMCA Associate Member, E7, will present the findings from the Digital Innovation & Collaboration in Infrastructure Survey.

The construction and infrastructure industry is often criticised for lagging behind in the adoption of digital technologies and platforms, but as we have seen throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our industry has embraced technology across all areas. From digital site sign-in to rapid remote mobilisation of back offices, change has been adopted in our sector like never before.

At this month’s breakfast, Dr Adrian Smith, Chief Technology Officer, E7, will outline the results of the survey and provide insights into the successes, challenges and opportunities for our industry as we build for the future.

Productivity has not changed substantially in the construction sector since 1990, when measured on an output for total dollar spent. Digital technology offers opportunities to achieve some productivity enhancements that can provide benefits throughout the entire life cycle of projects and from engineers through the supply chain into construction and onto operations and maintenance.

Following Adrian’s presentation, there will be a panel discussion featuring prominent leaders from a cross-section from the engineering and construction community to discuss the challenges and opportunities for digital and technology improvements and adoption within the engineering construction sector.

Adrian is a co-founder of E7 and leads its ongoing development to ensure E7 stays at the forefront of construction industry technology advancements. He is a sought-after specialist in the application of Agile and Lean principles and practices in software engineering and business technology, and is recognised as a leader in Lean Construction nationally.

2020 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report (Toowoomba)
2020-10-29 07:00 - 09:15 | Picnic Point Function Centre (Grand Vista Room), 164 Tourist Drive, Toowoomba, Queensland, 4350, Australia
2020 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report – Toowoomba
On 29 October, the Queensland Major Contractors Association (QMCA) and the Infrastructure Association of Queensland (IAQ) with assistance from the Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE) and Regional Development Australia (RDA) will present the 2020 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report; the definitive guide to the major projects that will shape our State across the next five years.
Authored by BIS Oxford Economics, QMCA and IAQ, the report is a mainstay of government policy, media commentary and influence, as we actively pursue and deliver the transformational projects that employ our people, connect our communities and drive the long term economic and social wellbeing of the State.
A keynote address will be provided by Toowoomba Regional Council Mayor, Paul Antonio and a panel discussion will follow.
Booking is essential, and we would encourage you to book your place as soon as possible to ensure attendance.
Please note that member and non-member pricing applies.

2020 Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report Event
2020-10-16 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Hotel Brisbane (Ballroom), 190 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane, Qld, 4000
As a result of venue capacity limitations due to COVID-19, this event is now at full capacity for face-to-face attendance. No further bookings can be taken.
Bookings are sill avaiable for online participation. Bookings can be made via Eventbrite using the link below. Once booked and paid, your automatic confirmation email will contain your exclusive login details.

QMCA Virtual Breakfast
2020-09-24 08:00 - 09:30 | Queensland
Join QMCA for our September Virtual breakfast where we will update you on all the latest news from QMCA as we re-energise our events program, commence our state election campaign and much more.
We will also have an in-depth session where we look at local content and the role it plays in procurement on major infrastructure projects in Queensland. Featuring a panel of experts from consulting, local economic development agencies, technology providers and Brisbane City Council, this session should not be missed.
When: 24 September 2020 at 8:00am
Where: Via Zoom
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87210141466
Webinar ID: 872 1014 1466
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Local Content Keynotes and Q&A
Local content is a key part of the procurement strategy for any project in Queensland. QMCA has gathered together experts in local content and procurement to provide advice and expertise to the industry on a key issue to our members, particularly those delivering projects in regional Queensland. Heading into an election and with infrastructure spend a critical part of any future government’s strategy, local content will be a key part of the next election cycle as it will support the delivery of regional projects that will be funded to support the state’s economic recovery.

QMCA Networking Breakfast Event - Healthy Breakfast
2020-02-28 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Health is the topic of our first breakfast of the year as we look at what health means across the whole of our industry.
And it is a topic that is relevant for all of us, with issues that touch on every part of our sector and people. From PFAs preventing work on a $6.7bn project to managing teams in high-pressure environments, the health of our industry is complex and encompasses the environment, the market and the people.
Featuring keynote addresses and a discussion on industry health, environmental management, ground breaking staff programmes and mental health this session will kick start the year in a way that will inform and inspire us all.

QMCA Christmas Networking Event
2019-11-28 17:30 - 21:00 | Soapbox Beer, 89-101 Gipps Street, Fortitude Valley, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Join us at Soapbox Beer for our Christmas Networking Drinks!
It’s time to celebrate the end of the year at QMCA’s Christmas Networking event! It has been a huge year for our industry and we would like to take the opportunity to catch up with the friends and colleagues who have helped QMCA on our journey over the last 12 months. It will also be a chance to meet new and returning QMCA Board members.
Brought to you by Hawthorne Civil and Decmil, this event is the not-to-be-missed occasion of the social season and we look forward to you joining us at Soapbox for drinks, food and festive fun!
Register now and join your friends and colleagues as we farewell 2019 and catch up before we head off for much deserved end of year breaks.
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QMCA Networking Breakfast 15 November 2019: Behind Closed Doors: Insights from Queensland infrastructure sector evaluation panels
2019-11-15 07:00 - 09:00 | Victoria Park Function Centre, 309 Herston Road, Herston, Queensland, 4006, Australia
Behind Closed Doors: Insights from Queensland infrastructure sector evaluation panels
Come and join us at the last breakfast for the year where we will delve behind the probity curtain and get genuine insights from Queensland’s leading infrastructure clients. Together with Aurora Marketing, QMCA has been undertaking a research project aimed at providing Queensland’s construction sector with valuable feedback on what buyers are looking for in their tenders and some helpful guidance for your future bids.
Behind closed doors, what is it that Queensland infrastructure client evaluation panels discuss?
What particular processes do they follow and just how do they score a major project submission to make the ultimate decision?
What are major contractors doing well and what could be done better?
For people who work with panels, it is imperative to understand the structure, processes, responsibilities and nuances of how they work, and how the panel makes their decision. The end result is ultimately a better pitch and a winning score.
Working on major projects concurrently, one of the things Leann does as part of her research is to formally interview evaluation panel representatives. Recently having undertaken a joint research project with QMCA on behalf of members, Leann will share the key insights uncovered during the research from more than a dozen of Queensland’s major infrastructure clients. This joint research project has been compiled for all members and is entitled
Behind Closed Doors: Insights from Queensland infrastructure sector evaluation panels. The findings aim to provide Queensland’s construction sector with valuable feedback on what buyers are looking for in their tenders and some key takeaways for bidder in their future submissions.
Guest Speaker:

Leann Webb
Managing Director, Aurora Marketing
Leann started Aurora Marketing in 2001, creating a niche in tender and submission management. Since then, she has worked with the who’s who of Australian companies on an array of tenders and proposals that has spanned every state of Australia, and several other countries. Her project experience covers everything from rolling stock and rail, to tunnels, toll roads, bridges, water, schools, hospitals, prisons, defence bases, ports, airports and virtually every type of infrastructure you can imagine.
Her team supports all kinds of organisations from top tier contractors and defence primes, through to not-for-profits and even government agencies, and they work on tenders of all sizes from small scale procurement of a few hundred thousand dollars of revenue up to contracts valued in the tens of billions.
In a nutshell, Aurora Marketing works with project teams to help translate their solution into a persuasive and compelling submission. They help teams keep their focus on the client and hone their messaging to resonate with the evaluators, and manage the production of the submission including writing, formatting and design. They have an astonishing track record of 98.5%, which they credit to their own comprehensive tender system of tools, processes and precedents, along with their formidable competitiveness.
Leann has spent several years interviewing experts on the client-side of bids so she can understand how evaluation panels work in theory and in practice. Following on from this, Aurora Marketing has continued this research on behalf of QMCA members to delve behind the probity curtain to obtain genuine insights from Queensland’s leading infrastructure clients.
A panel discussion will follow Leann’s presentation. The panellists including Leann are:
Paul Coughlan
Project Director
Brisbane Airport’s New Parallel Runway
Paul is the Project Director for Brisbane Airport’s New Parallel Runway (NPR) and has overall responsibility for the successful delivery of this $1.3 billion project. He heads up a Client Team of in excess of 50 staff. Paul has guided the project since its inception in December 2004 and has been responsible for overseeing the planning, feasibility studies, gaining all regulatory approvals, developing the procurement strategy, tendering and contracts award and the construction delivery. Phase 1 works (Dredging & site reclamation) was successfully completed in June 2015 on schedule and under budget. The phase 2 design and construction which addresses 3 contracts (Seawall & site access; Dryandra Road Underpass; Airfield) has been ongoing since January 2015. The Dryandra Road Underpass was opened to traffic on 2 October 2018. The new runway construction will be predominantly complete by Christmas 2019 with operations beginning in mid-2020.
Reese Deaves
Director, Civil Infrastructure
Pensar
As Director – Civil Infrastructure at Pensar, Reese manages highly complex and large-scale infrastructure projects taking ownership and responsibility for successful client delivery. Working within the public and private sector Reese has become an experienced manager delivering highly prestigious projects for a wide range of engineering clients that has involved his input from initial conception through to the end of maintenance periods. With over twenty-five years of experience in the engineering, construction and management of major projects, he has a thorough knowledge of all construction processes and the requirements for managing all facets of a thriving business. Reese is a Chartered Professional Civil Engineer with extensive experience in design and construction of civil and structural engineering projects in both Australia and the United Kingdom.
Amanda Yeates
Deputy Director-General, Infrastructure Management & Delivery
Department of Transport and Main Roads
As Deputy Director-General, Infrastructure Management and Delivery, Amanda oversees the delivery of the integrated program of infrastructure projects and the maintenance and operation of the state controlled road network. This includes delivery of Transport and Main Roads’ (TMR) record $23 billion program of works over four years. Amanda was appointed to the Deputy Director-General role and the Executive Leadership Team in July 2018. Prior to this appointment, Amanda held the positions of General Manager (Program Delivery and Operations) and Regional Director (North Coast and Wide Bay Burnett). As Deputy Director-General, Infrastructure Management and Delivery, Amanda provides leadership and direction to the four branches – Engineering and Technology, Program Delivery and Operations, RoadTek and New Generation Rollingstock. Amanda is a passionate advocate and supporter of workforce diversity and is committed to fostering an environment and culture that supports a vibrant, diverse, collaborative, safe, rewarding and high-performing workplace. As Chair of the TMR Safety, Health and Wellbeing Governance Committee, Amanda is dedicated to the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of all staff across the department.
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Future Brisbane Breakfast Event
2019-10-18 07:00 - 09:00 | Brisbane City Hall (Ithaca Auditorium), King George Square Entrance, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, Australia
Brisbane is on the cusp of significant growth, and more than ever it is important that we correctly plan and deliver growth sustainability, retaining the cities uniqueness, character and liveability we all enjoy. Join QMCA, Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and a host of industry experts as we look at the key opportunities and challenges that face the River City as it grows and matures into a truly global city. Including a keynote address from the Lord Mayor, who will be discussing, amongst other things, his plans for green bridges, changes to Victoria Park, the proposed SEQ City Deal and the Olympics. Following his speech, The Lord Mayor will take part in a panel discussion along with industry experts in the planning, urban development and community engagement arenas with discussion focused on the infrastructure that Brisbane will require to grow into a truly new world city.
Sponsored by:

Cr Adrian Schrinner
Lord Mayor of Brisbane
Adrian Schrinner became Lord Mayor in April 2019 following the retirement of Graham Quirk. As well as being one of Brisbane’s youngest ever Lord Mayors he came to the role with significant on-the-job experience, having previously served as Deputy Mayor for eight years, and as a Councillor since 2005. Before becoming Lord Mayor, Cr Schrinner was the Chair of Council’s Public and Active Transport Committee. In this role, he had special responsibility for managing the Brisbane Metro project and ensured that the project was fully funded and shovel ready. Prior to this, he was the Chair of the Infrastructure Committee, where he was responsible for the successful delivery of many major projects including the $1.5 billion Legacy Way Tunnel and the New Farm Riverwalk. Cr Schrinner lives in the suburb of Carindale with his wife Nina and their four young children. Both as Lord Mayor and as a dad, his goal is to ensure the Brisbane of tomorrow is better than the Brisbane of today. A big part of his agenda is building the infrastructure our city needs as it grows and protecting our fantastic lifestyle and green space.
Panel Members

Matthew Mackey
National Director – Cost & Commercial
Arcadis
Matthew is the National Director of Arcadis’ Cost & Commercial team and the founder of industry networking group – Property Leaders Brisbane. He is a recognised commercial leader with extensive local and international cost management expertise, developed over 20-years in the construction industry. Matthew has lived in Brisbane for almost 10 years and has worked on a diverse number of projects across Australia, including the Brisbane International Cruise Terminal, Auckland Airport Second Runway Expansion, and Sydney Metro. He is genuinely passionate about the built environment – particularly in terms of improving collaboration and productivity within the industry and how data and digital technology can provide a positive impact on the construction industry.

Rebecca Michael
Head, Public Policy
RACQ
The RACQ is the peak advocacy body for Queensland road users and represents over 1.7 million members covering 50% of Queensland household. In her role, Rebecca oversees research and develops and advocates for policy to promote safe, affordable and sustainable mobility, both now and into the future. Rebecca has worked in the transport and infrastructure policy sector for several years and has delivered a diverse range of research, transport, infrastructure and economics projects and policies that focus on improving transport system outcomes to benefit Queensland.

Julie Castle
Managing Director/Founder
Struber
Julie established an energised engagement, communications and creative consultancy in 2014. Working exclusively for the infrastructure sector, Struber supports the planning and delivery of projects in the areas of transport, health, education and property development. She offers a unique insight and understanding of the opportunities that development provides cities, looking through the lens of stakeholder interfaces, community connectivity, behavioural change, and the future of transport. Julie ensures communities are part of the decision-making process and drives a culture of thinking that puts the customer at the centre of every solution.
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Innovation & Excellence Awards Lunch
2019-09-13 12:00 - 15:30 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (Plaza Terrace Room), Cnr Glenelg & Merrivale Street, South Bank, Queensland, 4101, Australia
The 2019 QMCA Innovation and Excellence Awards recognise the outstanding contributions of Queensland’s major contractors, designers, subcontractors and suppliers.
With 500 industry leaders and innovators in attendance, the long lunch will be a celebration of our industry, as we take the afternoon to recognise the people, projects and achievements that lead our sector.
The awards will be hosted by construction lawyer and comedian Petrina Macpherson, with a keynote address from neuroleadership expert and internationally acclaimed executive coach, Josie Thomson.
The event is a fantastic opportunity to network with friends, peers and industry as we enjoy a memorable Friday afternoon celebrating the very best of the construction industry.
The event includes:

Announcement of the QMCA Innovation and Excellence Award winners
A three-course meal and drinks
Keynote address from award-winning coach, speaker and trainer Josie Thomson
MC Petrina Macpherson, Senior Associate at Minter Ellison and part time comedian
Networking and connection opportunities

We’ll have further details about the event in the weeks leading up to the lunch on Friday, 13 September 2019.
Get in fast and book your table – this is one you don’t want to miss!

MC Petrina Macpherson

Keynote Speaker Josie Thomson
