Future of Construction - FCON

FuturePlace is pleased to announce the official release of the full agenda for the Net Zero Construction Summit taking place in Sydney on the 5th of March 2025. This is Australia’s most important strategic gathering of senior industry leaders, sustainability experts, and professionals involved in decarbonising the construction of buildings and infrastructure while embracing the principles of a circular economy. The 2nd annual event features a top-level program with 35+ expert speakers including: Mike Kilburn, Director, Infrastructure Net Zero, Infrastructure Sustainability Council Dena Jacobs, Executive Director Strategy Planning and Innovation, Infrastructure NSW Alison Scotland, Chief Executive Officer, Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council Sam Donaldson, Hub Sustainability Leader, Laing O’Rourke Joe Karten, Head of Sustainability and Social Impact, Built Teresa Scott, Executive Director, Australasian Procurement and Construction Council (APCC) Peter Bounsall, General Manager Strategic Supply Chain, Stockland Amanda Clements, Head of HSQ & ESG, Kapitol Group Hudson Worsley, Chair, Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance Kristin Moss, Head of Policy, Australian Constructors Association The Net Zero Construction Summit will bring together 250+ industry leaders, sustainability experts, and professionals to explore the policies, technologies, materials, and strategies that will pave the way for decarbonising the construction of buildings and infrastructure while embracing the principles of a circular economy. We welcome you to download the event brochure to get a complete understanding of what’s being covered, who’s speaking, what networking functions are scheduled and which innovative companies you can meet. Download the event brochure here > https://lnkd.in/gjYc5q4T Our Sponsors > Airocle, Cowell Clarke, SMEC, Capral Aluminium Speakers include > Mike Kilburn, Dena Jacobs, Sam Donaldson, Alison Scotland, Joe Karten, Marcus Gibson, Kristin Moss, Abigail Heywood, Amanda Clements, Hudson Worsley, Teresa Scott, Peter Bounsall, Patrick Hastings, Daniel Hogan, Ravi Prasad, Tim Walker, Ro Coroneos GAICD AGIA, Simon Roycroft, Tanzin Authoi, Cameron Kaufman, Jody Williams, Emma Peters, Amanda Brady, Monique Alfris, Jordan Chia and many more! If you’d like to attend and take advantage of the super early bird offer rate and save up to $400, register here > https://lnkd.in/g4dGhzjm #NetZeroConstruction #SustainableBuilding #ConstructionInnovation #FutureOfConstruction #SustainabilityInAction #ZeroEmissions #GreenInfrastructure #CleanEnergyTransition #CarbonNeutral #EcoFriendlyBuilding #ParisAgreement #ClimateGoals #NetZeroBy2050 #CarbonReduction #SustainableCities #RenewableEnergy #CircularEconomy #CarbonFootprint #SustainableUrbanDevelopment #ESGConstruction #LowCarbonFuture

Only 2 weeks to go until the 2nd annual Construction Technology Summit! As the move to a more interconnected, sustainable and productive industry grows in importance, it’s crucial for leaders, experts and disruptors to come together and explore the benefits that technology can bring to the built environment. The Future of Construction Technology Summit (FCON-Tech) is Australia’s premier gathering place for leaders responsible for finding and implementing leading edge technology in the construction sector. ⭐ The good news is that there are still a limited number of tickets remaining! You can register using this link >https://lnkd.in/gbvf2MyU You can see the full speaker line-up and program here: https://bit.ly/4dKkiWZ Featuring Atul Khanzode, Alan Dunn, Chloe Williams, David D. Max Godley, Greg Peters, Mitchell Erickson, Hoang Nguyen, Gert van Aswegen, Shelley Van Hoos, Ekaterina Lanshakova, Bryan Lai, Peta Wilson, Max Godley Partners: Procore Technologies, SIMPEL, Payapps - An Autodesk Company, Cupix, Sensat, Timescapes, scratchie.com, SureWorx, Projectontrack Constructionerp, Bridgit #FCONTech24 #constructiontechnology #contech #futureofconstruction #construction

It’s only a short 3 weeks until the Construction Procurement Summit! Make sure to secure your place to explore how procurement can drive profitability and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry. This event will delve into strategies, technologies and innovations that help navigate current challenges and drive decarbonization efforts. Elevate your procurement function and position your company for success in a competitive market- register now! If you haven't had the chance yet, download the updated agenda here > https://lnkd.in/gqHpwHkH   Featuring:  Andrew McFarlane, Dorothy Matthys Donnadieu, Errol Bellchambers, Charlotte Nichols, Ro Coroneos GAICD AGIA, Cherie Hughes, GAICD, Rebecca Robertshawe, Tony Hennessy, Teresa Scott, Ryan Kirgan, Barry Vining, Anthony Abbott , Luke Cornwill, Dean James, Amir Hadji, James Barta, Tim Lennon, Monica McSheffrey, Meetu Singh(Kumar), Luke Kenny (GAICD/MCIPS), Charlotte Payne, Alastair Blenkin, Samantha Woodward, Shivendra Kumar, Mike Davis, Kenneth Lam, Brendan Batch Limited spots remain. Register here > https://lnkd.in/gqymY6-g Partners > Felix| Fiable | Veriforce CHAS Australia | Ivalua | ProcurePro | Caigo| CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply | Australasian Procurement & Construction Council Inc (APCC) | The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) #conprosummit2024 #constructionprocurementsummit #constructionprocurementsummit2024 #cps24

Grab your last early bird ticket for the Construction Procurement Summit    A quick reminder that the Last Early Bird offer for the Construction Procurement Summit ends this Friday, 13th September. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure a 10% discount on the standard ticket price and save up to $150.     Register before Friday, 13th September to secure last early bird price > https://lnkd.in/gvQhTCCK      The summit will explore how procurement can deliver on its mission of improving profitability, reducing risk, and driving decarbonisation, and will highlight the strategies, partnerships, and technologies that chief procurement officers (CPOs) can use to achieve success.     Construction companies are now doubling down on procurement as a key driver of improving profitability and navigating uncertainty. As the main interface with the construction value chain, the procurement function will need to excel in its dual mission of improving profitability in a volatile environment and meeting sustainability targets. In doing so, procurement will be elevated to new heights as it emerges as a strategic function.     Speakers include: Andrew McFarlane, Dorothy Matthys Donnadieu, Errol Bellchambers, Charlotte Nichols, Ro Coroneos GAICD AGIA, Cherie Hughes, GAICD, Rebecca Robertshawe, Tony Hennessy, Teresa Scott, Ryan Kirgan, Barry Vining, Anthony Abbott, Luke Cornwill, Dean James, Amir Hadji, James Barta, Tim Lennon, Monica McSheffrey, Meetu Singh(Kumar), Luke Kenny (GAICD/MCIPS), Charlotte Payne, Alastair Blenkin, Samantha Woodward, Shivendra Kumar, Mike Davis, Kenneth Lam, Patrick C., Brendan Batch   Download the brochure see full program > https://lnkd.in/gTcMcTZK     Partners Include: Felix | Fiable | Veriforce CHAS Australia | Ivalua |  ProcurePro | Caigo | CIPS Australia & New Zealand | Australasian Procurement & Construction Council Inc (APCC) | The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)   #conprosummit2024 #constructionprocurementsummit #constructionprocurementsummit2024 #cps24 #construction

The last Early Bird offer for the Construction Technology Summit ends this Friday, 13th September. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure a 10% discount on the standard ticket price and save up to $150.     Register before Friday, 13th September to secure last early bird price > https://lnkd.in/g-4gk_v8     This one-day event is your best opportunity in 2024 to benchmark your technology initiatives and gain insights from pioneering contractors who have transformed their construction processes through cutting-edge technologies and streamlined workflows.     Hear from real-world case studies detailing why specific tools and processes were adopted, the challenges encountered, and the tangible results achieved, you’ll have everything you need to apply successful strategies within your organisation.     Featuring Atul Khanzode, Alan Dunn, Chloe Williams, Max Godley, Greg Peters, Mitchell Erickson, Quan Nguyen, Atsushi Yamamoto, Gert van Aswegen, Shelley Van Hoos, Ekaterina Lanshakova, Bryan Lai, Peta Wilson, Adrian Gray, Nidhi Sharma, Kurt Robinson, Brett Moffitt, Paul James, James Kell, Misty Cronin, Peter Schreiner     Download the brochure to learn more > https://lnkd.in/gkcCnWUp     Partners > Procore Technologies | SIMPEL | Payapps - An Autodesk Company | Cupix | Sensat | Timescapes | scratchie.com | SureWorx | Bridgit  | ProcurePro | Construction Industry Solutions (COINS) | Visibuild | 12d Synergy | Deswik | Build Australia | IDD Tech Pty Ltd | Acuite Construction Intelligence | Sablono | Inside Construction AU    #FCONTech24 #constructiontechnology #contech #futureofconstruction #construction 

In the lead up to the Construction Procurement Summit in October, we had the opportunity to interview our keynote speaker, Errol Bellchambers, National Head Procurement, DT Infrustructure. DT Infrastructure offers a unique synergy of local expertise in complex infrastructure projects and the backing of global infrastructure and property multi-national, Gamuda. explore how to embrace new technologies and processes to revolutionise procurement practices. We delved into Procurement and how it has become increasingly important to managing construction supply chains and effectively managing project costs and delays.    “Fostering strong supplier relationships and leveraging data for predictive analytics have become essential components of modern procurement strategies.” he says.    Read the full interview here > https://lnkd.in/gTZpKnjz      Errol is one of 30+ experts speaking at the Construction Procurement Summit taking place 24th October in Sydney, where 250+ construction technology leaders  will come together to explore how procurement can deliver on its mission of improving profitability, reducing risk and driving decarbonisation and highlight the strategies, partnerships and technologies chief procurement officers (CPOs) can use to achieve success.    The 2024 program focuses on following topics:  - Macro-Economic Outlook: Navigating turbulent times  - Exploring effective procurement strategies across construction projects  - What are the top trends shaping the future of procurement and how can you best adapt your sourcing capabilities to stay ahead of the curve?  - Choosing the right procurement method  - Stakeholder collaboration and communication  - Supplier management  - Implementing effective procurement technologies  - Embracing new digital innovations: How can you seamlessly integrate AI, ML and ChatGPT into your procurement processes to unlock valuable insights?  - Sustainable procurement practices/How can you put in place a robust, transparent and standardised approach to better manage your suppliers and own ESG performance?  - Risk management/Managing financial risks in construction projects    An excellent focused day for senior leaders – meet over 250 construction technology leaders.  If you haven’t had the chance yet, check the updated program here > https://lnkd.in/g9nyj_HV    #constructionprocurementsummit2024 #constructionprocurement #CPS24 #FuturePlace

🎙️ Exciting News from The Competitive Contractor Podcast! 🚀 We're thrilled to announce that we have released our first episode this year in collaboration with FuturePlace, bringing you the latest trends and actionable insights. This episode features Graeme Newton, CEO of the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority. 🚄 Under Graeme's visionary leadership since 2017, the Cross River Rail project has been transforming Southeast Queensland’s infrastructure landscape. As Queensland's most significant infrastructure project, it’s enhancing rail network capacity, driving urban renewal, and was instrumental in Brisbane's successful bid for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 📹 Here’s a snippet where Graeme shares more about the Cross River Rail Project 🔗 Listen to the full episode and gain deeper insights here: https://lnkd.in/gDbNT3Sv 📌 We’d like to thank Future Place for collaborating with us on this podcast. We are delighted to be a part of the Future of Construction - FCON Tech summit on 23rd October 2024. For more information about the summit, visit https://lnkd.in/g4T8dwBv. #TheCompetitiveContractorPodcast #CrossRiverRail #GraemeNewton #Infrastructure #Podcast #Leadership #Innovation #UrbanRenewal #FutureConstructionTrends #FCONTech2024

Grab your super early bird ticket for the Construction Procurement Summit A quick reminder that the Super Early Bird offer for the Construction Procurement Summit ends this Friday, 2nd August. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure a 20% discount on the standard ticket price and save up to $300. Register before Friday, 2nd August to secure super early bird price > https://lnkd.in/g2_BHBia    The summit will explore how procurement can deliver on its mission of improving profitability, reducing risk, and driving decarbonisation, and will highlight the strategies, partnerships, and technologies that chief procurement officers (CPOs) can use to achieve success.    Construction companies are now doubling down on procurement as a key driver of improving profitability and navigating uncertainty. As the main interface with the construction value chain, the procurement function will need to excel in its dual mission of improving profitability in a volatile environment and meeting sustainability targets. In doing so, procurement will be elevated to new heights as it emerges as a strategic function.    Speakers include: Andrew McFarlane, Dorothy Matthys Donnadieu, Errol Bellchambers, Charlotte Nichols, Ro Coroneos, Meetu Singh(Kumar), Tony Hennessy, Teresa Scott, Dean James, Ryan Kirgan, Luke Cornwill, Tim Lennon, Monica McSheffrey, Yashomudra Patel, Luke Kenny (GAICD/MCIPS), Rebecca Robertshawe, Cherie Hughes, GAICD, Charlotte Payne, Alastair Blenkin, Samantha Woodward, Shivendra Kumar, Mike Davis, Kenneth Lam, Patrick C., Dan Wilson   Download the brochure see full program > https://lnkd.in/gEpNp83w    Partners Include: Felix | Fiable | Veriforce CHAS Australia | ProcurePro | Caigo | CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply | Australasian Procurement & Construction Council Inc (APCC) | The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)    #conprosummit2024 #constructionprocurementsummit #constructionprocurementsummit2024 #cps24 

The Super Early Bird offer for the FCON Tech Construction Technology Summit ends this Friday, 26th July. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure a 20% discount on the standard ticket price and save up to $300. Register before Friday, 26 July to secure early bird price > https://lnkd.in/g5TrJpwS    This one-day event is your best opportunity in 2024 to benchmark your technology initiatives and gain insights from pioneering contractors who have transformed their construction processes through cutting-edge technologies and streamlined workflows.    Hear from real-life case studies detailing why specific tools and processes were adopted, the challenges encountered, and the tangible results achieved, you’ll have everything you need to apply successful strategies within your organisation.    Featuring Atul Khanzode, Alan Dunn, Chloe Williams, Max Godley, Sally Walkom, Greg Peters, Mitchell Erickson, Abbey Johnson, Atsushi Yamamoto, Gert van Aswegen, Hoang Nguyen, Shelley Van Hoos, Ekaterina Lanshakova, Bryan Lai, NIDHI SHARMA, Kurt Robinson, Brett Moffitt, 👍Dale Pearson, Peter Schreiner, Tuan Ngo, Shivendra Kumar Download the brochure to learn more > https://lnkd.in/gs6qr8YW    Partners > Procore Technologies | SIMPEL | Cupix | Bridgit | Timescapes | ProcurePro | Construction Industry Solutions (COINS) | Visibuild | 12d Synergy | Deswik | Build Australia | Build Australia    #FCONTech24 #constructiontechnology #contech #futureofconstruction #construction

I’ll be speaking at the 2nd annual FCON-TECH Construction Technology Summit, taking place on 23rd October 2024, Doltone House Darling Island in Sydney. Join me in a fireside chat with TAFE’s Industry Innovation Specialist, Peter Schreiner, about Robotics in Construction. We’ll discuss the value of robotics in construction, how to unlock robotics potential, how to move beyond proofs of concept and the need to collaborate. #FCONTech24   Sign up before this Friday 26-July to get an early bird discount! https://lnkd.in/gSw8P_Su