Scenario 1: Building Psychological Safety and Empowering Teams to Speak Up

A junior team member has privately raised concerns about a colleague’s toxic behaviour, but they fear speaking up due to potential backlash. At the same time, you’ve noticed a culture of silence, where workers hesitate to report safety issues, voice challenges, or provide feedback.

Michelle Nation, General Manager Health, Safety, Environment & Quality, Seymour Whyte

Scenario 2: Mediating a Conflict between Key Stakeholders

A significant conflict arises between two senior stakeholders, where one is advocating for aggressive project timelines, and the other insists on stringent safety protocols, resulting in a standstill.

Allyson Woodford, GM Engineering and Planning, APA Group

Scenario 3: Leading through a Major Budget Cut

A sudden budget cut threatens the completion of a high-profile project; you must adjust the scope and resources while maintaining team morale and stakeholder confidence.

Sandra Nilsen, General Manager - Design and Engineering, BESIX Watpac

Scenario 4: Leading through a Project Crisis

The primary contractor on a critical infrastructure project unexpectedly goes bankrupt, causing delays and leaving the project at risk of failure, requiring you to rally the team and manage the fallout.

David Collett, State Director - Victoria and South Australia, BG&E