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Top 20 Project Managers in Australia in 2025

Australia’s project management scene in 2025 is defined by leaders turning complex projects into measurable success. Meet 20 experts driving innovation, governance, and results.

October 2, 2025
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Here’s the list of the Top 20 Project Managers in Australia in 2025:

20. Brett Maytom

Brett Maytom is an Agile and Scrum expert focused on mentoring leaders and Scrum Masters. He addresses common challenges in Agile implementation, emphasizing the importance of genuine understanding over mechanical adherence to frameworks. His content often critiques industry practices, advocating for better communication and ethics in recruitment. He shares personal experiences, including the loss of his daughter, which informs his perspective on prioritizing family and meaningful connections.

Favikon Authority Score: 1 369 pts

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19. Jessica Cheong

Jessica Cheong is a Program Manager and Change Leader who helps teams transform operations, scale SaaS, and deliver complex change. A former IBM professional, she brings deep expertise in IT service delivery, application transformation, and operations leadership. She also coaches professionals in leadership, communication, and project management while offering fractional COO and advisory services for SMEs. Her work emphasizes building resilient teams and enabling sustainable business growth.

Favikon Authority Score: 1 999 pts

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18. Maxine Sherrin

Maxine Sherrin is a seasoned program and project management professional and event producer deeply embedded in Australia’s startup ecosystem. She is the creator of the Spark Festival, a leading platform connecting founders, investors, and mentors. With expertise in strategic planning, community engagement, and stakeholder management, she drives initiatives that strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship. Maxine actively shares insights on startup policy, ecosystem surveys, and events that support the growth of the Australian startup community.

Favikon Authority Score: 2 103 pts

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17. Mark Obushak

Mark Obushak is the Director of Obsidian Build, specializing in high-quality fitout and refurbishment projects across Australia. With over 15 years of experience in construction, he has delivered healthcare, education, and government projects while ensuring seamless execution in live, occupied environments. Previously General Manager at Formula Interiors (Victoria), he is recognized for building trust, clean delivery, and long-term client partnerships. On LinkedIn, he shares insights on leadership, sustainability, and decarbonisation in the construction sector.

Favikon Authority Score: 2 378 pts

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16. Neda Yousefian

Neda Yousefian is a Senior Program and Project Controls Lead at AECOM (NSW/ACT) with over 20 years of expertise in scheduling, cost management, risk, and earned value. She has played a key role in major infrastructure and government projects, driving efficiency and delivery confidence. Passionate about leadership and women’s advancement in engineering, she actively contributes to industry events and volunteer initiatives. On LinkedIn, she shares insights on project controls, career growth, and work-life balance.

Favikon Authority Score: 2 608 pts

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15. Ross Garland

Ross Garland is a global expert in project, program, and portfolio governance with over 25 years of experience across various regions including Australia, the UK, and the Middle East. He is the lead author of 'Project Programme and Portfolio Governance - P3G' and has contributed to best practices for the UK Cabinet Office. Ross specializes in developing governance frameworks that enhance decision-making for senior executives, ensuring value for money and effective project management.

Favikon Authority Score: 2 740 pts

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14. Jeanette Cremor

Jeanette Cremor is a project leadership mentor and transformation advisor with over 25 years of experience leading complex programs across government, education, and utilities. She is the author of Real Project Leadership and creator of The Project Ecosystem®, a framework for building clarity and trust in delivery. As a facilitator and coach, she specializes in project recovery, change management, and sponsor alignment. She shares practical insights through workshops, mentoring, and her LinkedIn newsletter Let’s Get Real.

Favikon Authority Score: 2 994 pts

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13. Mo. Ali

Mo. Ali is a construction-focused Project Manager and Contract Administrator with MBA and PMP credentials, specializing in project planning, cost estimation, risk mitigation, and contract management. With experience from Saudi Arabia's AlUla projects to Australia, he shares practical insights on pre-construction planning, standard forms (FIDIC/JCT/NEC), and cost control. His content highlights leadership, stakeholder alignment, and delivering complex builds on time and within budget.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 116 pts

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12. Natasha Redman

Natasha Redman is a Transformation Consultant and Podcaster specializing in Agile change management. She founded Casa De Cambio to provide sustainable change solutions tailored to business needs. With extensive experience across various industries, she emphasizes the importance of effective change strategies and stakeholder engagement. Natasha actively shares insights on change management through her LinkedIn posts and podcast, focusing on practical tools and frameworks for successful implementation.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 523 pts

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11. Mel Gholami

Mel Gholami is the founder and CEO of Planix Projects, an Australian project-management firm focused on government and non-profit sectors. She leads with mentorship, philanthropy through Planix Philanthropy, and a commitment to social impact. A recipient of the Australian Women's Business Champion ICON award, she champions women in business, develops cohesive teams, and partners with government and industry to improve outcomes.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 650 pts

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10. Tim Jacobs

Tim Jacobs is a seasoned global events leader and delivery strategist with nearly 30 years shaping large-scale productions, from state visits to cultural milestones. As former COO of HQ Worldwide Shows, he spearheaded a transformation that achieved nearly 30x revenue growth, driving agile delivery and operational excellence. He is renowned for high-profile project execution, strategic communications, and building international collaborations that resonate with diverse audiences.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 779 pts

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9. Sally Sloley

Sally Sloley is an Agile Coach and Lean Agile Visual Management Specialist based in Sydney. With over 20 years of experience at Microsoft, she has expertise across various industries, including high-tech and finance. She is a co-founder of Lean Coffee meetups and actively organizes agile conferences. Her social media presence focuses on promoting effective agile practices, often using the hashtag #stopbadagile to critique common misconceptions in agile methodologies. She also shares insights through her drawings and personal experiences.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 831 pts

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8. Louise Gardner

Louise Gardner is Managing Director and founder of Pledge Consulting, with over 20 years leading PMOs and organisational capability building. She focuses on PMO leadership, project delivery excellence, and AI-enabled productivity. Active in coaching, training, and speaking at Australian events, she highlights practical governance, sponsor training, and capability development for corporate clients.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 923 pts

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7. Andy Olrich

Andy Olrich is a Lean process-improvement leader and international speaker based in Australia. As Managing Director of North St Partners, he drives operational excellence across mining, manufacturing, ports, logistics, health and government services. With Lean Six Sigma, change management, and agile methods, he coaches teams to reduce risk, cut waste, and improve customer value. He co-hosts the Lean Solutions Podcast and runs practical, data-driven workshops and coaching to empower people and processes.

Favikon Authority Score: 3 941 pts

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6. Adrian Morey

Adrian Morey is a global governance strategist, author, and founder of OUTCOME, a consultancy dedicated to project, program, and portfolio (P3) success. With over 30 years shaping infrastructure, technology, and transformation programs, he is a co-author of the P3G Guide and a trusted advisor to boards and executives worldwide. As a global speaker, coach, and trainer, he helps organisations align strategy, delivery, and value through robust governance frameworks. He shares insights on governance, transformation, and PMO leadership.

Favikon Authority Score: 4 358 pts

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5. Gilbert Kruidenier

Gilbert Kruidenier is a seasoned change management professional with 20 years of experience in communication and project management. He specializes in helping organizations navigate complex changes with empathy and clarity. As an author and independent business owner, he also serves as a visiting lecturer at Deakin University. His expertise includes change analysis, coaching, and process improvement, with a strong focus on community engagement and social responsibility, particularly towards the disadvantaged.

Favikon Authority Score: 5 084 pts

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4. Lata Hamilton

Lata Hamilton is a Change Management Consultant and bestselling author based in Sydney, Australia. She specializes in empowering women to transition into Change Management careers through practical tools and templates. Lata offers workshops, courses, and a flagship program called Leading Successful Change. Her recent book, 'Pioneer Your Career Change,' focuses on building confidence and leadership skills. Lata actively engages her audience with personal stories and insights on career development, leadership, and change management.

Favikon Authority Score: 5 321 pts

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3. Milvio D

Milvio D is a seasoned portfolio, programme and project management leader in the Queensland public sector, specializing in benefits realisation, governance, risk and P3M3 maturity. He designs PMO models, guides strategy execution, and authors articles on strategy implementation and Agile/IT service delivery. Active on LinkedIn with technical insights, frameworks, and best-practice guidance for improving programme outcomes and benefits delivery.

Favikon Authority Score: 5 427 pts

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2. Fatimah Abbouchi

Fatimah Abbouchi is Australia's first PMO Influencer of the Year and a recognized expert in adaptive governance and business transformation. With over 20 years of experience, she has led initiatives across over 30 companies globally, managing portfolios worth up to $1B. As the founder of Agile Management Office (AMO) and host of the Agile Ideas Podcast, she shares insights on project management and governance. Fatimah is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and has been involved in numerous volunteer events.

Favikon Authority Score: 6 533 pts

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1. David McLachlan

David McLachlan is a seasoned Project Management professional with over 41,450 coaching experiences, specializing in Agile methodologies and PMP certification. His content, which has garnered over ten million views, focuses on practical insights for project management, including contract types, team roles, and business value measurement. He is also an author of two books on business operations and offers various online courses and templates to aid professionals in their project management journey.

Favikon Authority Score: 7 218 pts

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