• SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
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  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
  • SYD: 5-7 May | MEL: 12-14 May Melbourne & Sydney
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Sydney: 5-7 May 2026
Melbourne: 12-14 May 2026

Women in Construction Summit 2026

Rise Together: Skill Up, Make Connections & Break Barriers

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One summit, two different locations

Due to popular demand, we are now holding this event in both Melbourne & Sydney!

Rise Together: Skill Up, Make Connections & Break Barriers 

At the Women in Construction Summit 2026, you'll gain the knowledge, in-demand skills, and leadership tools needed to achieve project and career success.

This year’s all new event features a more engaging, interactive, and rewarding environment, with an agenda designed to help you learn from and connect with your peers. You’ll experience brand new interactive roundtables, group problem-solving sessions, interactive discussions with industry leaders, facilitated connection building, career-defining masterclasses, and much more. 

It’s not just a summit, it’s a hands-on, collaborative experience built to help you grow your skills, improve your project outcomes, expand your network, and shape the next stage of your career. 

“I was blown away by the inspiring women who have paved the way, making a such a difference within the construction industry.”
Workforce Development Manager

DT Infrastructure (past attendee)

"Truly invaluable experience. Was impressed with the topics covered over 2 days."
Branch Manager

CNW Electrical Wholesale (past attendee)

“The passion within the room was incredible.”
Organiser, Construction

Australian Workers' Union (past attendee)

“The presentations were excellent and really good networking opportunities.”
Contract Administrator

Building Engineering (past attendee)

“Incredibly inspiring and empowering.”
APM

Orion Group (past attendee)

Speakers include:

Anita Govender
Anita Govender
Deputy Executive Director, Engineering & Design Management
Transport NSW
 
Sydney Speaker
Sandra Nilsen (1)-1
Sandra Nilsen
General Manager - Design & Engineering
BESIX Watpac
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Rebecca Sostarko
Rebecca Sostarko
General Counsel, Director - Work, Health & Safety
Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry
 
Sydney Speaker
Gladys Woods-4
Gladys Woods
General Manager
Haslin Constructions
 
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Sinèad Redmond-1
Sinèad Redmond
General Manager – Infrastructure Delivery
GeelongPort
 
Sydney Speaker
Natalie Haydon
Natalie Haydon
Design Manager
Multiplex
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Vanessa Riley
Vanessa Riley
Chief People Officer
Richard Crookes Constructions
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Melissa Byrne
Melissa Byrne
National Director, Policy & Legal
Master Builders Australia
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Robyn Simpson
Robyn Simpson
National Manager Environment and Sustainability
Coates
 
Sydney Speaker
Elouise Robinson
Elouise Robinson
Principal Digital Engineering Lead
WSP
 
 
Sydney Speaker
Cathryn Greville-1
Cathryn Greville
Chief Executive Officer
NAWIC
 
 
Melbourne Speaker
Kate Wingad
Kate Wingad
Group Manager, Engineering & Design (Rail)
John Holland
 
Melbourne Speaker
Portia Pitt
Portia Pitt
General Manager, Transport
Ventia
 
 
Melbourne Speaker
Sally Law (1)
Sally Law
Commercial Director Snowy Hydro 2.0 Future Generation JV
Clough
 
Melbourne Speaker
Sam Linke
Sam Linke
Transport Leader - Victoria & South Australia
Aurecon
 
Melbourne Speaker
Lauren McCormack
Lauren McCormack
Director
McCormack
 
 
Melbourne Speaker
Roxy Shirvani
Roxy Shirvani
Director, Commercial
Major Road Projects Victoria
 
 
Melbourne Speaker
Angela Oaten
Angela Oaten
Chief People & Business Services Officer
Multiworks
 
Melbourne Speaker
Karin Wallin (1)
Karin Wallin
Sustainability Operations Lead
Laing O’Rourke
 
 
Melbourne Speaker
Christina Hung
Christina Hung
Commercial Manager
Nacap
 
 
Melbourne Speaker

Why you need to be at the Women in Construction Summit 2026

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Join industry leaders

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Move your career & organisation forward with the premier event for women in construction

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Experience dynamic learning & make real connections with champagne roundtables, collaborative problem-solving workshops & guided networking

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Elevate non-technical skills like critical thinking, decision making, time management & leadership

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Gain practical takeaways on how men and women can work together to drive DEI

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Explore how to use your construction background & skills to unlock new career opportunities

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Discover proven tools & tactics to change site culture & succeed in the day-to-day reality of construction work

Women in Construction Logo Icon_6Explore how top companies are tackling technology, sustainability, safety, & climate resilience challenges

Partnership Opportunities

The Women in Construction Summit 2026 is your chance to meet key decision makers from across the construction and infrastructure sectors. These decision makers from a vast range of public and private sector organisations across Australia will gather to find solutions to maximise the opportunities in Australian construction and infrastructure.

By being a part of this event you can position yourself as one of the companies leading the way towards diversity and inclusion in construction while you demonstrate your industry expertise.

Numerous sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available with packages designed to help you meet your marketing and sales targets. Contact Skyla Boer at skylab@questevents.com.au or +61 (0) 450 778 591 to discuss how we can help you connect with your ideal audience.

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Key themes

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Leadership, equality and advancing your career
  • Driving diversity, equity and inclusion through leadership
  • Achieving the career goals you want and deserve
  • Unlocking your full leadership potential
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Overcoming challenges facing women in the construction industry
  • Examining the shared responsibility of men and women to drive positive change 
  • Overcoming gender bias, discrimination & harassment
  • Exploring the importance of prioritising mental health, safety and wellbeing
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Risk mitigation and effective project management in construction
  • Effective communication and collaboration between stakeholders
  • Strategies to minimise safety risks in your projects
  • Saving a construction project in crisis
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Construction industry outlook: the Australia of tomorrow
  • Sustainability trends and innovations in 2026 that will impact you, your projects & your organisation
  • Leveraging technology to transform the construction industry & your role within it
“Great to hear industry and government speakers providing insight into increasing and maintaining diversity in the workplace. Very diverse collection of women from all aspects of the construction industry, working collaboratively towards a common goal.”
SMP Operations Manager

ACCIONA (past attendee)

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2025 Sponsors included:

Tier 2 Sponsor

Tier 2 Sponsor

McGrathNicol Tier 2 Sponsor

McGrathNicol is a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm, committed to helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth. With extensive experience within the construction, engineering and infrastructure sectors, we assist organisations by providing stakeholder management capability, financial skills, commercial acumen and support to manage risk, drive improvement and identify growth potential.

Our Strategy & Performance team can help you identify innovative solutions to business challenges. We work collaboratively with management to support organisations adapt to competitive, market, operational and financial challenges through providing an independent, fact-based examination of current and projected operations, identifying areas for improvement and help to implement these.

Tier 2 Sponsor

Tier 2 Sponsor

AutogenAI Tier 2 Sponsor

AutogenAI was developed by world-class AI engineers, award-winning proposal and grant writers, and industry defining linguistic experts. We’ve been in your shoes and we understand exactly what it takes to succeed. With AutogenAI, you gain more than just the ultimate tool for writing winning words; you forge a partnership with experts dedicated to your success. 

2025 Supporting Partners included:

Supporting Partner

Supporting Partner

NAWIC Supporting Partner

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is the peak industry body for women in construction, providing support and driving positive change to increase the participation, advancement, and retention of women in all roles and facets of construction. Our vision is an equitable construction industry in which women fully participate, and we champion and empower women in construction and related industries to reach their highest potential. The ‘go to’ voice for women in construction, NAWIC has been leading advocacy, education and community building initiatives to tackle issues such as gender diversity, pay parity and equal opportunity for 30 years. With a community of passionate and like-minded members and volunteers across chapters in every state and territory, NAWIC provides networking, individual support and recognition for all women in construction.

Membership is open to anyone wishing to see greater gender equality and inclusion, and we have a strong group of male allies and supporters who help us do the work we do. We welcome you to connect with us and join the NAWIC community! Find out more about NAWIC through its social media channels @nawicau or on the NAWIC website.

Supporting Partner

Supporting Partner

Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Supporting Partner

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is Queensland’s building and construction regulator. Our mandate is to independently regulate the building and construction sector, and efficiently manage the Queensland home warranty insurance fund (the Queensland Home Warranty Scheme).

We work with Government to implement and progress government policy, while exercising our legislative responsibilities impartially, effectively, and consistently, to build trust and confidence in the industry.

Led by a Commissioner, our vision is to be a regulator that supports a thriving and resilient building and construction industry inspiring confidence, and supporting sustainable social, environmental and economic outcomes for Queenslanders. Our overarching strategies contribute to the Queensland Government’s Objectives for the Community, with our activities contributing across the focus areas of ‘Supporting jobs’, ‘Backing small business’ and ‘Building Queensland’.

Media Partner

Media Partner

Inside Construction Media Partner
Inside Construction is a leading source of commercial and civil construction news, insight and comment showcasing the very best that the construction industry in Australia has to offer. Serving as a dedicated voice for the industry, we present solutions to existing and evolving challenges, delving into all facets of construction – from major projects, technology and product innovations to construction careers and training. We take pride in advocating for increased diversity within the industry, recognising its crucial role in driving innovation and progress.
Supporting Partner

Supporting Partner

Women in BIM Supporting Partner
Women in BIM are a not for profit entity aimed at supporting and growing the number of women in BIM and digital related roles. Our key objectives are to enable a future construction industry where diversity is no longer an issue. Our work focuses on drawing more women into digital related careers, supporting and encouraging women working on digital projects, and championing and drawing visibility to female leaders in the digital space in order to grow a more diverse industry. Now in our 13th year we have members, allies and regional representation located all over the world driving this agenda.
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