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Episode 59: The future of infrastructure leadership and wellbeing with Salam Al-Mulla
In this episode, Salam Al-Mulla explains the realities of delivering large-scale infrastructure projects and the growing importance of contractual literacy for engineers and project teams. He explores collaborative contracting models, risk management, change management, and the practical challenges of administering contracts on high-pressure projects. The conversation also dives into mental health, burnout, long working hours, and the role initiatives like Wellness in Infrastructure are playing in reshaping culture across the construction industry.
Episode 58: How the Culture Standard is reshaping the construction industry with Gabrielle Trainor (Culture Series Part 1)
This episode is part one of a special three-part series exploring culture in the construction industry. Across the series, we unpack the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the sector, including mental health, workforce sustainability, diversity, leadership, and the evolving expectations of construction workplaces.
Episode 57: Inside wind energy contracting models with Andrew Davies
In this episode, Andrew Davies joins host Bijay to break down the evolving contracting landscape in the wind energy sector.
They explore the shift from traditional EPC models to split scope contracting, the risks and rewards for developers, and how financing, cost pressures, and supplier dynamics are shaping decisions. The conversation also touches on emerging trends like battery storage, grid stability, and rising electricity demand, offering ideas for engineers, developers, and anyone navigating large-scale renewable energy projects.
Episode 56: Burnout: The hidden risk in high-performance work, with Dr Carly Shrever and Sally Ryan
Episode 55: Why construction is still slow to adopt AI, with Elena Stojcevski and Veno Panicker
In this episode, Elena Stojcevski and Veno Panicker discuss why the construction industry has been slow to adopt AI despite its transformative potential.
SoCLA 2026 National Conference - registrations are open
The SoCLA National Conference website is now open for registrations.
SoCLA Office Hours – December and January
The SoCLA Sydney office will close at 3:00 pm on Monday 22 December and re-open at 9:00 am on Monday 12 January.
Sponsor a Student to Attend the Stynes Address
If you’ve already secured your ticket to the 2025 Stynes Address, consider purchasing an additional ticket at the member rate to sponsor a student.
Nominations for the SoCLA Board are now open
Nominations for the SoCLA Board are now open
The notice calling for nominations can be found here and the nomination form can be found here.
The notice calling for nominations provides further information in relation to the Society and the role of the Board.
Nominations close at 5:00 pm AEST on Thursday 2 October 2025.
SoCLA Annual General Meeting - link
The SoCLA AGM will be held at 5:00 pm today.
Join the meeting online