Webinar 2: Managing Construction Costs in the Recreation Sector
Coordinator: Neal Ames
Neal Ames, coordinator for this session, is a seasoned project manager with extensive experience in the planning and delivery of community and sports facilities, including his work with Toowoomba Tennis Centre. Neal has a strong track record in guiding recreation projects from concept to completion, ensuring that facilities meet community needs while staying on budget. In this webinar, Neal will lead an in-depth discussion on the three critical phases of construction projects in the recreation sector: developing comprehensive project documentation, navigating the procurement process, and overseeing construction to ensure financial and operational success.
Joining Neal on the panel are Stephen Prince (CS) and Jarrod Hill (SPORTENG), both of whom bring valuable expertise from their respective roles in the recreation and sports engineering sectors. Each panelist will present a 10-minute case study, illustrating practical examples of how effective planning, procurement strategies, and construction management can prevent budget overruns and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Participants will gain actionable insights into best practices, common pitfalls, and proven strategies for managing construction costs, making this session essential for anyone involved in planning, funding, or delivering recreation projects.