Brookfield Multiplex appointed to research facility project The Western Australian Institute for Medical Research (WAIMR) has appointed Brookfield Multiplex as the managing contractor for its $46 million medical research facility at the Fiona Stanley Hospital in Murdoch. March 2, 2012 News
Sustainable ratings launched for infrastructure projects The Australian Green Infrastructure Council (AGIC) has launched Australia’s first ratings system for infrastructure projects. The Infrastructure Sustainability Rating Scheme comprises a rating tool, assessment process and education and training programs. March 1, 2012 News
Focus on managing major projects A Major Projects Symposium will address the planning, stakeholder and risk issues that often beset large projects, bringing to light some of the factors particular to major works that can affect success. March 1, 2012 News
Construction poses biggest credit risk worldwide Worldwide, the construction sector is becoming like a canary in the mines, an indicator of each country’s economy, according to a report by global credit risk agency Coface. February 22, 2012 News
Ausco supplies Royal Adelaide Hospital project South Australia’s largest construction project, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, has engaged infrastructure manufacturer Ausco Modular as its supplier of construction facilities. February 20, 2012 News
Project management skills in demand Project management skills are in demand as employers seek candidates with business acumen, a cross-functional knowledge and an ability to contribute to the organisation’s overall strategic direction across all sectors. February 17, 2012 News
Information overload hinders project teams More than 60 percent of workers across all industries admit that they cannot do their jobs properly because they cannot sort through information fast enough, according to research conducted by LexisNexis. February 16, 2012 News
Mature age workers an asset for project management Keeping mature age workers happy is a key factor in easing skills shortages in the project management sector. According to the Diversity Council of Australia, age discrimination now occurs in over a third of Australian workplaces. February 13, 2012 News
Major Projects Leadership Academy to stem project failure United Kingdom Cabinet Office Minister Francis Maude has announced plans to set up a Major Projects Leadership Academy to help senior civil servants manage major government projects. February 9, 2012 News
