Saif Abdulmuttaleb
Associate, SASaif is a passionate engineer with extensive experience in the civil infrastructure and mining sectors. He has a strong history of successfully delivering projects on various scales and complexities. This includes flagship infrastructure projects such as the Coomera Connector where Saif brought a strong focus to quality control, safety, programming, cost management, and client relationships. Saif’s experience spans across multiple disciplines including structures, civils, drainage, earthworks, pavement and ITS.
Saif possesses excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills that lends to his ability to collaborate with other engineers and teams to achieve efficiencies while maintaining high-quality results.
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Construction Planning and Scheduling
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Risk Management
- Design Management
- Quality Assurance
Office: Adelaide, SA
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Edward Aitken
Executive Director, NSWIn his role as Associate Director, Edward is central to the successful delivery of North’s technical advisory and assurance services. He brings extensive cross-sector expertise as a trusted technical and commercial advisor to investors, financiers, government authorities, departments and contractors alike, supporting both public and private sector clients through the planning, procurement and delivery of major infrastructure.
Edward’s recent project experience includes the New England Renewable Energy Zone PPP, Northland Corridor PPP, Gabba Entertainment Precinct PPP, Christchurch Men’s Prison Redevelopment PPP, Waikeria Prison Expansion PPP, California High-Speed Rail and Metrolinx Ontario PPP.
He has developed a strong understanding of infrastructure development, including risks, opportunities and commercial sensitivities that influence project outcomes. Edward also brings a natural aptitude for stakeholder management, with a strong appreciation of the sensitivities, relationships and nuances that underpin successful project delivery.
Edward holds an MSc in Infrastructure Planning, Appraisal and Development from University College London, ranked the world’s number one university for the Built Environment. His professional and academic background enables him to add significant value to major infrastructure projects and programs across a broad range of sectors.
Skills
- Technical due diligence
- Independent Certification
- Asset management
- Strategic project appraisal, including analysis, feasibility assessment, cost-benefit analysis and multi-criteria assessment
- Business case development
- Cost and programme reviews, including estimate validation, schedule assessment and delivery risk
- Commercial advisory services
- Transaction management and procurement advisory
- Independent certification, independent reviewer and assurance services
- Procurement strategy, planning and management
- Project and program management
- Stakeholder and market engagement
Office: Sydney, New South Wales
Phone: +61 2 8221 6444
David Askie
Head of Estimating and Quantity Surveying BuildingDavid is a well-respected, credible leader and manager within the development and construction industry, bringing local and global experience from Australia, Europe, and the Americas.
David’s career spans 25+ years and has held roles in Senior & Executive leadership positions and has amassed a wealth of expertise in Cost Planning, Estimating, Advisory & Governance. Of the 25+ years’ experience, 15+ years were Australian based and 10 years in Europe & America.
He brings extensive executive experience in leading project and company teams to achieve both project objectives and broader growth strategies. David has successfully led teams in securing and delivering multibillion-dollar building and development programs each year.
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Change Management
- Estimating, Quantity Surveying & Cost Planning
- Project Management
- Commercial Management
Office: Sydney, New South Wales
Phone: +61 2 8221 6444
Zoë Armstrong
Senior Associate, QLDZoë Armstrong is an experienced contract administrator who has worked in the construction industry in a variety of roles. Zoë is skilled in design review, procurement, quantity surveying, construction and project management, scheduling, cost analysis and budget management.
Zoë liaises directly with all project stakeholders including clients, architects, engineers, subconsultants, building contractors and subcontractors to find practical solutions in live construction environments.
Skills
- Project management
- Contract administration
- Reporting
- Budgeting
- Value management
- Quality Assurance
- Design management
Office: Bundaberg, Queensland
Phone: 0413 376 521
Graeme Billings
ChairGraeme Billings has been a Chartered Accountant since 1980 and retired from PriceWaterhouseCoopers in 2011 after 34 years. He is a former head of the Melbourne assurance practice as well as heading the firm’s Australian and global industrial products business.
He has had extensive experience providing assurance, transaction and consulting services to multinational and national clients across a variety of industries.
Graeme is Chairman and Non-Executive Director of Korvest Limited, Non-Executive Director of Clover Corporation Limited, Non-Executive Director of GUD Holdings Limited and Non-Executive Director and Chairman of Azure Healthcare Limited.
Graeme also serves as the Chairman of the audit and compliance committee of both of GUD Holdings Limited and Clover Corporation Limited.
Office: Melbourne
Phone: +61 3 9670 7211
Callan Buchecker
Director and Regional Lead New ZealandCallan brings over 10 years of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand, with particular expertise in marine, water and transport sectors. He has played key roles on major projects including the Kangaroo Island Ports Project, Antarctic Infrastructure Renewal Program, and several RoNS projects.
With strong commercial acumen, Callan is highly experienced in cost assurance and risk management across both design development and project delivery phases. He works closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure commercial objectives align with practical delivery outcomes.
Callan adds value through disciplined project and contract management, leading teams to deliver safe, efficient and commercially sound outcomes. He provides clear, pragmatic advice on constructability, staging strategies, risk allocation and program development to optimise project performance.
Skills
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Superintendency
- Risk Management
- Constructability Advisory
- Bid Management
- Procurement
- Cost & Production Tracking
- Planning and Programming
Office: Auckland, New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 255 6612
Roger Burman
National Director Civil InfrastructureBeyond the numbers, Roger brings a rare balance of technical precision and strategic judgment to cost estimating and project assurance. With over 25 years in civil construction, he has built a national reputation for developing first principles estimates that stand up to audit and support clear investment decisions.
He has secured and led more than $2.5 billion in commercial tenders and prepared independent estimates and reports exceeding $50 billion for both government and private sector clients.
Roger’s work spans transport, power, and water sectors, combining construction insight with the discipline of cost governance to deliver confidence at every stage of project development.
Roger’s career includes leadership across more than 200 major infrastructure projects, including the M1 and Bruce Highways (QLD), Cross River Rail (QLD), Inland Rail (National), Rockhampton Ring Road (QLD), SA Water Program (SA), Ipswich Motorway Upgrade (QLD), and VicGrid Program (VIC). His approach ensures that estimates are not just accurate, but understood translating complex data into decisions that drive value and accountability.
Skills
- First Principals Estimating
- Innovation in Estimating Systems
- Innovation in Procurement Delivery
- Commercial Tenders
- Business Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
Office: Sheffield, Tasmania
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Meagan Courtney
Head of People, Culture & TalentMeagan oversees North’s people strategy, encompassing culture, wellbeing, leadership development, talent and performance & reward.
With over 20 years experience, Meagan joined North in 2024, since then has played a pivotal role in advancing the firm’s growth strategy in accordance with the Strategic Plan. Prior to joining North, she held senior talent leadership positions across Australia within Big 4 consulting, client and local government organisations.
Meagan brings technical expertise across Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Operational Leadership, Culture and Wellbeing, Leadership Development, Talent Development, Diversity and Inclusion and Performance and Reward.
Passionate about mentoring and creating positive change, Meagan actively supports organisations that remove employment barriers for individuals from diverse and impacted backgrounds. She is a strong advocate for women in leadership and takes pride in helping shape and develop the next generation of talent at North.
Skills
- People Leadership & Development
- Culture and Change Leadership
- Strategic HR Advisory
- Wellbeing and Resilience Initiatives
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Talent Strategy and Workforce Planning
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Jason D’Antonio
Managing Director Southern RegionJason is an Executive Director of North Projects and a Director of the North Board.
Having been with North for more than seven years, Jason has held leadership roles including Executive Director for Victoria before relocating to Adelaide to lead the South Australian business. Jason is also responsible for the development and growth of our offering in New Zealand. With over 18 years of experience in infrastructure advisory, he has delivered major projects across Australia and internationally, spanning a range of contract models and scales.
Beginning his career on the contractor side, Jason brings practical, hands-on construction and commercial experience that grounds his advisory work in real-world insight. Over his career, he has held diverse roles including Project Manager, Design Manager, Bid Manager and Construction Manager, working under several differing delivery models including D&C, PPP and Alliances.
Skills
- Procurement and Transaction Advisory
- PPP Advisory
- Commercial Advisory
- Project Delivery / Management
- Constructability
- Executive Leadership
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Andrew Devery
Associate, VICAndrew has over 20 years on and offsite construction industry experience, as a Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor across a range of unique and complex projects. His expertise includes defence, government, education, health, commercial, civil, industrial, and sporting sectors. Having delivered success for clients in various roles, Andrew’s experience includes project management/superintendency, contract administration, cost management, estimating, cost consultancy, research, constructability advice and reporting on the entire lifecycle of projects.
His knowledge extends beyond design and construction of new builds having specialised in complex projects with tight delivery time frames extending to strategic and environmental projects. Andrew’s focus on relationships through leadership and solution focused communication has delivered success for his clients. Andrew has onsite experience, giving him the ability to assess and mitigate constructability, project, contractor and reputational risks.
Skills
- Project Management
- Procurement Management
- Contract Administration
- Cost Planning
- Financial Certifier
- Measurement & Estimating
- Cost Management
- Strategic Management
- Variation Assessment
- Tender Analysis
- Risk Review & Analysis
- Escalation Forecasting
- Labour Cost Analysis
- Construction Market Economic Analysis
- Industrial Relations Advice
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Reza Dolatian
Associate Director, VICReza is a Chartered Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of experience delivering high-voltage transmission and substation projects across utility, EPC, consultancy, and government sectors. He has extensive expertise in project engineering, design and design management, construction, and technical assurance, consistently delivering practical and high-quality outcomes for complex infrastructure programs.
As an Associate Director at North, Reza provides technical leadership, design assurance, project definition, and stakeholder coordination across major energy and transmission infrastructure projects. His role includes supporting project development through scope definition and cost estimation, helping clients establish clear project objectives, assess delivery options, and make informed investment decisions.
His experience spans substations, transmission networks, and renewable energy developments, supporting the planning, design, and delivery of major energy infrastructure projects across Australia.
Skills
- Project Development
- Technical Support
- Design Management
- Project Planning & Reporting
- Safety in Design
- Scoping, Budgeting & Forecasting
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Tendering & Procurement Process
- Client collaboration
- Team Leadership
- Project Execution & management
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Sam Duffield
Senior Associate, VICSam is a highly proficient construction professional with over 10 years of experience delivering both civil and structural packages on Tier 1 construction projects in Transport Infrastructure, including on rail, roads, bridges, marine, and utilities projects. Sam has a vast knowledge of civil project management and contract administration and uses his engineering background to generate highly effective approaches and solutions in project delivery.
Having spent significant time within the Transport Infrastructure sector, Sam has established a strong reputation of successfully delivering projects safely and in line with program and budget. He uses his on-site and front-end delivery experience to ensure his clients understand all project opportunities and challenges, so they can mitigate potential project risks.
Skills
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Procurement
- Stakeholder Management
- Risk Management
- Budget Reconciliation
- Construction Planning Programming
- Road and Civil
- Utilities
- Concrete Structures
- Bridge Structures
- Quality Assurance
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Louise Ferris
Chief of StaffLouise oversees North’s operational functions in her role as Chief of Staff, drawing on more than 15 years of experience across finance and construction sectors with major corporates. Beginning her career as an Executive Assistant, she has built deep expertise in partnering with senior leaders to translate strategy into action and align business priorities.
Known for her ability to balance long-term vision with day-to-day practicality, Louise plays a pivotal role in connecting strategy to operations, aligning people, priorities and performance across the business. Her collaborative style and strong communication skills make her a trusted advisor to the executive team and a key contributor to North’s ongoing growth and success.
Louise also leads governance management across Risk, Safety, Environment and Quality. She has successfully guided cross-functional teams through operational improvement programs, streamlined processes, and strengthened collaboration company-wide.
Skills
- Executive Operations Coordination
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Governance and Reporting
- Project Coordination
- Financial and Commercial Acumen
- Process Improvement and Change Management
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Corporate Communications
- Team Leadership and Development
- Risk and Compliance
- Technology and Systems
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Jason Finselbach
National Director EnergyJason is an RPEQ certified Electrical Engineer with over 20 years of experience in diverse roles including Engineering Management, Project Management and Pre-Contracts for Infrastructure Projects with a particular focus on the High Voltage Power sector.
His experience working with EPC Contractors, Engineering Consultants and Utilities has given Jason a strong understanding of opportunities and risks throughout the project life cycle. Jason is a passionate advocate of Value Engineering and effectively applies his diverse project experience and his extensive practical knowledge to deliver solutions with foresight and innovation.
He has 15 years of experience across pre-contracts and executing Power projects for Power Transmission, Distribution and Rail Utilities from Project scoping and Tendering to Commissioning and has strong planning and technical skills to support cost analysis.
Skills
- Cost Estimating
- Options Studies
- Risk Assessment
- Value Engineering
- Constructability
- Transactions
- Contract Administration
- Program Management
- Tender Evaluation
- Project Claims
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Ali Hajisheikh
Associate Director, VICAli has 28 years’ experience as a proficient Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor in the construction of infrastructure, property, social infrastructure and public private partnership (PPP) projects liaising with clients, consultants, and contractors. Ali has gained extensive knowledge and experience in construction projects while working on several national and international projects.
Ali’s responsibilities encompass project management, project controls, contract administration, cost management, independent certification, programming and reporting, procurement, assessing progress claims and variations, completion compliance, coordinating construction teams and subcontractors, site supervision, estimating, cost planning, preparing bill of quantities (BOQ) and tender documents and stakeholder management.
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Controls
- Stakeholder Management
- Marine/Infrastructure Contract Administration
- Cost Management
- Independent Certification
- Estimating
- Cost Planning
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Tony Jones
Associate Director, QLDTony is an Associate Director with extensive experience delivering first principles cost estimates and commercial advice for complex infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. He specialises in roads, bridges, rail, tunnels and major transport infrastructure, providing clients with practical, value-driven estimating solutions from business case through procurement and delivery.
Having worked alongside agencies including the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and on nationally significant projects such as Inland Rail and The Wave, Tony has developed deep expertise in estimating governance, constructability, risk identification and compliance with TMR’s Project Cost Estimating Manual (PCEM).
Known for his collaborative approach and strong industry relationships, Tony combines detailed analytical thinking with practical construction knowledge to develop robust estimates, challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes. His ability to integrate commercial insight with engineering judgement has earned the confidence of government clients, contractors and project teams across the infrastructure sector.
Skills
- First Principles Estimating
- Major Project Development
- Cost Planning & Estimating
- Constructability Reviews
- Bills of Quantities (BoQ)
- Commerical Risk & Opportunity Assessment
- Market Benchmarking
- Procurement & Tender Evaluation
- Data Analytics
- Project & Bid Management
- Cost Validation & Independant Estimating
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Simon Keith
Associate Director, SASimon is an infrastructure and project advisory leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering civil, water, transport and public realm programs across South Australia. His background spans leadership roles and consultancy, with capability across planning, design management, procurement, contract administration and project governance.
Simon has led multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, asset management, GIS, urban design and landscape architecture, working with executives to structure delivery, manage risk and improve outcomes. He has supported asset portfolios in excess of $2B and annual capital programs up to $110M, bringing a balance of commercial discipline, stakeholder management and whole-of-life thinking. A key strength is connecting asset design decisions to long-term performance, helping clients weigh short-term affordability against whole-of-life cost, maintainability, resilience and sustainability outcomes.
At North, Simon supports asset owners and delivery partners from early definition through to delivery, developing scopes and delivery strategies, strengthening governance and controls, and providing client-side leadership through delivery assurance, project management, and Superintendent / contract administration roles. He supports option development by bringing together scope definition, constructability, cost and risk to optimise outcomes over the asset lifecycle.
Simon is a Fellow of IPWEA and has contributed to IPWEA (SA) State Guidelines supporting consistent design, construction and handover of public assets.
Skills
- Infrastructure & Project Advisory
- Program / Portfolio Leadership
- Delivery Strategy & Procurement
- Project Governance & Assurance
- Stakeholder & Executive Engagement
- Commercial Management (risk, variations, claims, EOTs)
- Cost Planning, Benchmarking & Tender Evaluation Support
- Design Management & Technical Leadership
- Asset Optimisation & Whole-of-Life Decision Making
- Sustainability, Resilience & Maintainability Outcomes
- Project Management & Delivery Leadership
- Superintendent / Contract Administration
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Alejandro Rendon
Associate, VICAlejandro is a specialist in strategic advisory, economic analysis, and investment planning, with international experience across multiple sectors. He has contributed to several projects across Australia, particularly in Victoria, in key sectors such as energy, health and housing.
As part of his international experience, one of his most significant achievements is leading the development and delivery of an ambitious infrastructure investment program in Medellín, Colombia’s second-largest city. Under his leadership, the program progressed through multiple stages of maturity, establishing a robust pipeline of 47 projects. Alejandro’s work gained recognition from the UK Infrastructure and Projects Authority, the World Bank, and the Inter-American Development Bank.
Alejandro contributes to successful project delivery through his strong technical and project development expertise, as well as his ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
Skills
- Infrastructure Policy
- Public Private Partnerships
- Strategic Advisory
- Business Case Development
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- Economic Evaluation
- Financial Modelling
- Cost Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategic Communications
- Communications
- Contract Administration
- Quality Assurance
- Independent Review
- Program controls
- Project assurance
- Procurement Management
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Ray Prakash
Associate, NSWRaymond has over 20 years’ experience in areas of civil and building construction. With an extensive construction knowledge, and backed by his academic qualifications, he has been practicing projects costing based on various stages of its lifecycle. He has built a strong portfolio on various complex civil based projects, consistently excelling in roles across project costing and managing the tender processes based on client requirements, including design and construction and construction only projects.
His projects range from sub-divisions, complex transport civil infrastructure, rehabilitation of degraded sites, energy infrastructure and utilities and re-development of sporting fields. He has hands-on experience on world heritage listed civil infrastructure projects, like the oldest in-use bridge on mainland Australia, Thomas James Bridge . A heritage bridge restoration project earned the ‘Judges Excellence Award in Heritage at the IPWEA NSW & ACT Engineering Awards.
Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Project Management
- Project Control
- Contract and Commercial Management
- Constructability Advisory
- Project Scheduling
- Risk Analysis
Office: Sydney, New South Wales
Phone: (02) 8221 6444
Nobin Thomas
Associate, SANobin is an expert in estimation with national experience across the Civil Infrastructure sector, with a strong technical and practical approach. He has worked on civil redevelopments, master planning, and cost planning.
With experience in developing construction methodologies and his ability to envisage the necessary staging for the project, Nobin uses first principle estimating to develop realistic prices for individual trades and additionally mitigate risk associated with projects of any scale.
Skills
- First Principles Estimating
- Quality Control
- Risk Analysis
- Traffic Control Management
- Design Change Identification & Cost Adjustment
- Procurement
- TOC Assurance
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Peter Williams
Associate Director, VICPeter is a seasoned Project Planning and Management Professional, with over 16 years of global experience delivering complex infrastructure and energy projects. His expertise in planning, scheduling, risk and delay analysis, and stakeholder management have benefited the Energy, Oil and Gas, Rail, and Infrastructure sectors. Peter applies his skills to develop and manage programs using advanced tools to foster collaboration, lead high-performing teams, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
Skills
- Project Management
- Planning & Scheduling
- Programme Controls & Governance
- Construction Delivery
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Sean Wu
Senior Associate, QLDSean is a senior infrastructure professional with the technical, in engineering projects across Transport, Mining, Water, Energy, Waste/Recycle and Defence industries with advanced skills in first principle estimating, planning and project control, commercial risk management and project execution. As a Chartered Civil and Cost Engineer, he has also successfully worked as a specialist planning, project control and, estimating in civil, transport, heavy industry and resources sectors.
Sean’s cost management and project control expertise have allowed him to effectively manage the budget estimating and cost performance for multiple highway projects across Queensland. He has also been involved in multiple other major infrastructure projects in Road, Rail, Tunnel, NDRRA Flood Recovery and Natural Disaster Program.
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Planning and Control
- Project Estimate
- Construction Management
- Tender Management
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Ian Yang
Senior Associate, SAIan is a specialist in Estimation and Project Management for civil infrastructure projects, having experience on a multitude of State road projects. Ian’s experience spans infrastructure projects including National Freight Highway Upgrade, Transmission Gully Motorway (NZ) and Great Western Highway Upgrade.
Ian’s experience spans whole of project life cycle, having worked on major civil infrastructure projects – both contractor side and client side. Ian has developed a unique and deep understanding of potential risks in each phase of project planning and delivery.
With a PhD in Civil Engineering, Ian is passionate about problem solving and excels in taking innovative approaches. Ian’s extensive experience with asphalt works gives him the ability to understand and execute work orders accurately and efficiently with optimal outcomes for his clients.
Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Project Management
- Project Control
- Contract and Commercial Management
- Constructability Advisory
- Project Scheduling
- Risk Analysis
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Omid Soleimani
Associate, QLDOmid is an experienced Estimator with over 16 years of expertise in civil, water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects. He specialises in cost estimation, tender preparation, procurement, and project delivery across a diverse range of sectors, including water distribution networks, pipelines, reservoirs, sewage collection systems, treatment plants, road and bridge construction, rail infrastructure, and industrial maintenance.
His expertise encompasses detailed quantity take-offs, cost planning, labour and plant rate development, overhead analysis, project methodologies, and comprehensive estimate preparation. Omid has a proven ability to manage project budgets, engage effectively with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, and identify opportunities to optimise project value and cost efficiency. Recognised for his strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving capabilities, he consistently delivers accurate and commercially sound outcomes throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Skills
- First Principles Estimating
- Tendering and Cost Estimation (Civil and Structural, Mechanical, and Piping components)
- Mass Haul Optimisation
- Road and Bridge Constrcution Estimating
- Procurement & Subcontractor Coordination
- Bill of Quantities Preparation and Review
- Rail Infrastructure Projects
- Quantity Take-Offs and Material Measurement
- Market Rate Analysis and Benchmarking
- Cost Planning Budget and Development
- Risk and Opportunity Assessment
- Contract and Scope review
- Programming and Project Scheduling
- Estimating Methodologies and Cost Build-Ups
- Knowledge of Market Rates
- Data Analysis and Cost Reporting
- Technical Documentation and Report Preparation
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Nisha Anoop
Associate Director, QLDNisha brings over 18 years of extensive experience across the energy and infrastructure sectors, with deep expertise spanning the entire project lifecycle—from early scoping and tendering through to commissioning. She has worked across power transmission and distribution, renewable energy developments, and gas pipeline projects, showcasing both versatility and strong sector-specific knowledge.
Specialising in pre-contract phases, she has developed strong capabilities in contractual negotiations, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. With a background in engineering management and project management, Nisha leads complex initiatives, coordinates multidisciplinary teams, and maintains strict alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Skills
- First Principles Estimating
- Risk and Contingency Management
- Project Management
- Tender Evaluation
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Melissa Evans
Director, VICLeading the Project Assurance team at North, Melissa has a passion for finding pragmatic solutions within the pathways and framework of complex project contracts, particularly PPPs. She has considerable experience across all aspects of large-scale infrastructure delivery, with a focus on significant complexity, be that extremely unique functional outcomes, built interface with live environments, multifaceted contractual arrangements, or the layering of stakeholders.
Melissa has been involved in all aspects of Public Private Partnerships, from drafting the PSDR, Lenders Technical Advisor, technical and cost evaluation panels for the State, project management for the Project Co, acceptance lead for the D&C Contractor, Independent Reviewer Representative, Independent Certifier, Financiers’ Certifier, reporting to Gateways, claim and dispute assessment, commissioning & acceptance advisory and Technical Due Diligence / Lifecycle support for asset refinancing. Projects range from social infrastructure, hospitals, roads and renewables.
Melissa is a very outcomes-focused best-for-project problem solver, who collaborates effectively with an array of owners, developers, stakeholders, users, community, specialists, consultants, trades, and suppliers, which the built environment industry brings together.
Skills
- Independent Reviewer
- Independant Certifier
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Commissioning, quality and acceptance assurance
- Expert Determination
- Independent Reviewer
- Independant Certifier
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: (03) 9670 7211
Matt Favell
Associate, SAMatt is an Estimation and Project Management specialist with national experience delivering complex civil infrastructure projects.
He adds value to projects through his attention to detail, problem solving and excellent communication skills, which results in the successful delivery of projects whilst fostering positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues.
With experience spanning Project Engineer, client-side Project Manager, Superintendent and Construction verification roles, Matt offers a well-rounded, on-the-ground perspective. This is strengthened by his hands-on leadership in the development and implementation of Safety, Environmental, and Quality Assurance systems.
Skills
- First Principals Estimating
- Cost Advisory and Strategic Planning
- Superintendency
- Engineering Design & Construction
- Tender Evaluation and Contract Management
- Construction Verification
- Value Management
- Procurement
- Assessment of Variation & Progress Claims
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Mark Schneemilch
Associate Director, SAA highly motivated professional with over 19 years’ experience delivering major construction and infrastructure projects across civil disciplines throughout Australia. Skilled in managing all phases of project delivery—from planning and design through to construction and completion—with a strong focus on safety, quality, and stakeholder outcomes.
Mark has led high profile and complex projects involving highway construction, concrete structures, and mine site processing plants, including large-scale earthworks and service relocations. His experience spans regional and multi-site projects, requiring strategic resource planning and supply chain coordination, including the numerous establishments of site-based concrete batching and collaboration with local suppliers.
He brings proven leadership and communication skills, enabling successful project execution and stakeholder alignment. His technical expertise includes managing complex design and temporary works, with a solid understanding of Australian Standards and DIT Specifications. Committed to safety and performance, Mark consistently delivers enhanced financial and stakeholder results through clear goal setting and collaborative project management.
Skills
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Construction Management
- Risk Management
- Constructability Advisory
- Bid Management
- Construction Verification
- Planning and Programming
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Lucas Machado
Associate, QLDLucas Machado is an estimator and planner with extensive experience across transmission lines, substations, renewable energy and civil infrastructure projects. He has delivered estimating and planning support for major utilities and network operators, with strong capability in first principles estimating, BOQ development, cost planning, schedule input and tender evaluation.
Lucas specialises in developing modular estimates, undertaking detailed civil quantity take-offs and sourcing market pricing to provide practical and reliable cost advice across all project phases. His experience spans both contractor and consultancy environments, supporting clients with strategic estimating, benchmarking and project controls.
With a multidisciplinary background across engineering, planning and production environments, Lucas brings a practical, methodical and outcomes-focused approach to his estimates.
Skills
- First Principles
- Estimating
- Quantity Take-offs
- Scheduling and Planning
- Project Controls
- Standards & Compliance
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Dafydd Griffiths
Director, QLDDafydd is an expert in the preparation and review of complex construction programming and risk modelling for large scale transport infrastructure projects.
He has extensive experience in facilitating and developing the Risk Context Profile (RCP) process and ensuring continuity of the RCP process from preliminary design to Business Case. He is thorough, diligent and has an in-depth knowledge of civil techniques across industry including tunnels, rail, road, water, resources and heavy earthworks.
Over the last decade, Dafydd has successfully delivered detailed staging methodology, project programs and reporting for more than 200+ projects worth over $20B, including some of Queensland’s most complex infrastructure projects such as Airport Link, Legacy Way, Cross River Rail, Coomera Connector, Rockhampton Ring Road and the majority of the M1 Upgrade Projects.
Skills
- Construction Methodology
- Construction Programming
- Cost Risk Assessment
- First Principles Estimating
- Delay Analysis
- Contract Management
- Constructability
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Tim Hogg
Chief Executive OfficerTim Hogg is the Founder and CEO of North Projects, and a trusted advisor to some of Australia’s most significant construction and infrastructure programs. He specialises in strategic cost, time and quality advice—supporting clients with development feasibility, income analysis and high-level project assurance.
With extensive experience in complex contracting environments, Tim provides independent, evidence-based advice on cost, risk and performance. He has held senior assurance roles across major commercial, retail and public infrastructure projects, including as Independent Cost Advisor, Independent Verifier, Certifier and Independent Assessor.
A highly accomplished quantity surveyor, Tim has contributed to landmark projects across the globe such as Hong Kong Airport Terminal, Kowloon Station, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Southern Cross Station, West Gate Tunnel, the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and the New Footscray Hospital.
As CEO, Tim leads North with a focus on future growth—championing innovation, meaningful partnerships and the continued evolution of the business.
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Independent Advisory
- Project Management
- Commercial Management
- Cost Management
- Project Assurance
- Bid Management
- Strategic Business Development
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: +61 3 9670 7211
Sam Holmes
Associate Director, TASWith 18 years of experience in the electrical industry, Sam has built a strong track record of technical expertise, leadership, and dedication. Over the years, Sam has held various senior positions, where he has successfully led teams, streamlined processes, improved system performance, and fostered valuable professional relationships. Sam approaches every challenge with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset, ensuring positive results. Sam’s commitment to staying up to date with industry trends allows him to apply innovative strategies that boost efficiency and productivity.
Sam has improved bid success rate by refining tender selection, providing accurate estimates, and building strong client relationships. By implementing new software and streamlining procedures, he has reduced bid preparation time by 30% and increased accuracy by 20%. Sam fosters a high-performance culture, boosting both productivity and the bid win rate.
Skills
- Cost Estimation
- Cost Management
- Team Leadership
- Value Engineering
- Cost Analysis
Office: Hobart, Tasmania
Patrick Lynch
Executive Director, VICPatrick is an experienced, professional, and dedicated Civil Engineer with extensive predominantly site based experience in delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects for an array of national clients. His sector experience includes Rail, Road, Port & Maritime, Water, Power and Renewables.
Patricks experience in projects from concept development through to delivery allows him to understand the underlying complexities and considerations of each project, leading to his clients saving time and cost whilst achieving their design quality objectives and minimising their overall risk profile.
Patrick provides ongoing specialist independent advice through his extensive breadth of technical expertise, coupled with an expert understanding of contract and commercial management, procurement and cost management resulting in the successful delivery of projects whilst cultivating/encouraging positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Skills
- Constructability
- First Principles Estimating
- Risk Management and Advisory
- Project Management
- Construction Management
- Commercial and Contract Management
- Tender Management
- Construction Programming Services
- Stakeholder Management
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: +61 3 9670 7211
Jarrod McHugh
National Director Major ProjectsJarrod is a senior infrastructure professional with a proven record of delivering expert advice in planning, estimating, commercial risk management and project execution for major infrastructure programs.
With over 30 years in the construction industry, including leadership roles as Board Member on Queensland Major Contractors Association, General Manager and Operations Manager for Tier 1 civil contractors, Jarrod brings a rare combination of technical insight and commercial acumen. His expertise across cost estimating, risk and project delivery provides clients with valuable guidance through every stage of project development and execution.
Drawing on experience from both asset owner and contractor perspectives, Jarrod ensures a balanced and prudent approach is applied across legal, commercial ,design, transaction, cost, constructability, and risk allocation.
Throughout Jarrod’s career, he has supported more than 100 projects valued at over $100 billion, including many of Queensland’s most significant infrastructure projects such as Airport Link, Cross River Rail, the M1 Upgrades, Inland Rail, Coal Seam Gas development and operation, Advanced Water treatment and transfer projects.
In short, Jarrod’s experience and industry knowledge provides our client projects with deep insights and ultimately delivery confidence.
Skills
- Major Project Development
- Cost and Risk Analysis
- Estimating
- Constructability
- Commercial Management
- Project Controls
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Daniel Muirhead
Executive DirectorDaniel is a project management specialist with international experience across the civil construction and aviation engineering sectors.
As a Director on North’s Board, Daniel has held several leadership roles within the business, including Executive Director for South Australia. His early experience with EPC contractors provided him with a strong understanding of opportunity, risk, and the drivers of success throughout the project lifecycle — giving him a practical appreciation for how major infrastructure projects truly operate.
Daniel is known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to motivate large teams. His analytical approach, problem-solving capability and proactive mindset have seen him successfully deliver a diverse range of projects while building strong, lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders and project teams.
Throughout his career, Daniel has contributed to major and complex projects across Australia and overseas, including Gatwick Airport (UK), Cross Rail (UK), New Woolwich Ferry Berths (UK), Hay Point Expansion Project (QLD), Port of Brisbane Termain Redevelopment (QLD) Northern Expressway (SA) and Torrens Road to Darlington (T2D) (SA).
Skills
- Project Delivery and Construction Management
- Constructability Advisory
- Contract Adminstration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Bid Management
Office: Adelaide, South Australia
Phone: +61 8 7078 3788
Adam Smith
Executive Director, QLDAdam is a dynamic executive leader with more than 20 years’ experience delivering strategic leadership across transport, rail, infrastructure, energy, and other asset-intensive industries.
He is recognised for building high-performing teams, leading transformational change, and driving innovation across complex organisations. Adam has a strong track record in integrating cross-border operations and strengthening governance, risk, and compliance frameworks to support sustainable growth.
Throughout his career, Adam has held senior executive roles across global engineering firms, state government, and high-growth advisory businesses. He brings a highly commercial mindset and thrives on delivering measurable outcomes for clients.
Adam’s expertise includes negotiating complex commercial agreements and developing integrated service offerings that combine forensic accounting, claims management, risk analysis, and program management. He applies sharp commercial acumen to operational delivery, consistently focused on achieving improved cost and performance outcomes for clients.
Skills
- Transformational Change
- Program Management
- Project Delivery
- PPP and Advisory
- Asset Management
Office: Brisbane, Queensland
Phone: +61 7 3870 2730
Min Zhong
Chief Financial OfficerMin is a highly accomplished and dedicated Chief Financial Officer with over 15 years of experience supporting leading professional service firms. Energetic and strategic, he has built a strong, high-performing finance team and established robust practices that underpin North’s continued growth and stability. extensive experience supporting a range of professional services firms. An adept leader and senior manager, Min has drawn on his expert knowledge to develop a strong financial team and practices to support our business.
As North’s CFO, Min is responsible for developing and executing the firm’s financial strategy in alignment with broader business goals. He oversees financial management and reporting, including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and working capital, ensuring the business remains agile and well-positioned for growth.
Min also plays a pivotal role in risk and governance management and is a trusted advisor to the operational executive and wider leadership team.
Skills
- Strategic financial management
- Executive leadership and stakeholder engagement
- Merger & Acquisition Management
- Working Capital and cashflow management
- Risk, Governance and Compliance Management
- Operational management
- People and leadership
Office: Melbourne, Victoria
Phone: +61 3 9670 7211
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