At CCF Victoria, we’re focused on supporting women who are rolling up their sleeves and making a real impact in the civil construction industry.

Our Women in Civil brunch is all about recognising the practical, hands-on contributions women are making on-site, in project management, and in leadership roles. The theme "This is my story" showcases the amazing journeys women take to get into the civil construction industry.

This event is a celebration of the achievements of women in civil construction, both in their workplaces and in the broader community. You will hear from women who are shaping the future of civil construction and learn how they’ve built their careers, tackled obstacles, and found opportunities for growth in a traditionally male-dominated field.

 

GUEST SPEAKER

 Madeleine McManus OAM  |  CEO

Madeleine McManus OAM, FIEAust, NER, CPEng, EngExec, and RPEV is a distinguished engineer and leader with over 25 years of experience. She is currently the CEO of CPEE, Global Director of Robogals, a member of the National Pavement Taskforce, and co-chair of National Sustainable Cities. Madeleine also serves on various government, academic and industry committees, including the Victorian Government’s Construction Leadership Group, the National Pavement Research Hub and the Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (ARMI).

Her previous roles include Director of Industry Engagement at Monash University, the first female Chair of Engineers Australia Victoria, National Director of Engineers Australia, and founding Director of the multiple award-winning Monash Industry Team Initiative. She led the response to the Black Saturday Bushfires and was the Project Director for building the world’s largest LEGO suspension bridge for the World Engineering Convention in Melbourne in 2019.

Madeleine continues to volunteer in STEM education, mental health in construction, and digital construction advisory roles. She has extensive experience in engineering, construction, management, consulting, and innovation across various sectors, both in Australia and internationally. She is a Fellow of Engineers Australia and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, and she was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in 2017 for her services to engineering and education. She has recently been awarded the John Shaw Medal in 2024 by Roads Australia, in recognition of her outstanding and innovative leadership over an illustrious career in transport and her continuing contribution to the sector going forward.

Madeleine is passionate about promoting engineering, STEM, and diversity, whilst making a positive impact in her community.

 

 

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