Sydney Build Expo

Name: Sydney Build Expo
Start: 2027-04-28
End: 2027-04-29
Location: International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney

Sydney Build Expo takes place on 28–29 April 2027 at International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, Sydney. It is organised by Nineteen Group and Oliver Kinross, and B2DB lists 21 speakers and 134 sessions announced so far.

Sydney Build Expo is a construction and design exhibition and conference held at ICC Sydney on 28–29 April 2027, marking its 10th edition. Organised by Nineteen Group, it brings together contractors, architects, engineers, developers, councils and other built-environment professionals with exhibitors, CPD-accredited conference stages and workshops, the Architect's Hub, Government Hub, networking events and a new HVAC&R Zone.

Key facts

Dates	28–29 April 2027 (upcoming)
Venue	International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney, Sydney, Australia
Organisers	Nineteen Group, Oliver Kinross
Series	Sydney Build Expo
Speakers	21
Sessions	134
Stages	DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE, HVAC&R STAGE, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE, MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS, HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS, AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS, FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE, PROPERTY STAGE, SUSTAINABILITY STAGE, AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE, INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE, CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE, BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE, FUTURE HOUSING STAGE
Sponsors	6
Official site	sydneybuildexpo.com/conference-agenda-2027

Speakers (21)

Compiled from the published agenda; speakers can claim and verify their own entry.

Anton Fourie Bridges and Civil Structures Automation Lead, Arup
Annie McCann WHS Manager, Cushman & Wakefield
Seyon Navarathnam Project Manager, Downer
Adam Jordan Asia-Pacific Lead, Bryden Wood
Mohammad Rahman Associate Engineer, SMEC (an SJ Group company)
Nikita Morell Positioning + Brand Messaging Expert, Nikita Morell
Schandel Fortu Planning Director | Urban Planning | Director in Charge, Sydney, Colliers
Sharon Williams OAM Founder, Taurus Marketing
Alex Mackrill Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer, Avidly APAC
Amanda Wynn Director of Civic Places, Bradfield Development Authority
Chris Orr Associate Director, Project Marketing | Residential, Colliers
David Cummins Founder and Managing Director, Future Property Group
Dr Sherman Chan Chief Economist, Australian Property Institute
Dr. Leo Meng Associate | Computational Design Leader, HDR
Dr. Woojin Choi Residential Eng. Manager - Western Sydney Airport / Distinguished Technical Specialist, Bechtel Corporation
Heimy Banning Site Engineer, Confluence Water | Sydney Water's North Regional Delivery Partner
Maxine Dare General Manager Marketing and Client Experience, Simonds Homes
Moya Jakobsson Digital Marketing Lead, Simonds Homes
Nick O'Neill Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer, Avidly APAC
Ozge Fettahlioglu Founder, Boxareno | Construction and FFE
Roderick Wiles Regional Director - Africa, Middle East, South Asia & Oceania, American Hardwood Export Council

Most represented companies

Avidly APAC — 2 speakers
Colliers — 2 speakers
Simonds Homes — 2 speakers

Agenda (134 sessions)

Day 1 — Wednesday 28 April 2027

PANEL: Building Wellbeing: Mental and Physical Health in Construction 10:00–10:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE — Annie McCann, David Cummins
PANEL: Rethinking HVAC: Sustainability Across Design, Install and Operation 10:00–10:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: One Building, Many Lives: The Art of Designing Mixed-Use 10:00–10:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE — Chris Orr
PANEL: MMC in Australia: Where Are We Now and What Comes Next? 10:00–10:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE
WORKSHOP: From Sketch to Site: What Made It Work 10:00–10:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: From Flood Risk to Future-Ready Cities: Integrating Water Resilience and Nature-Based Solutions 10:00–10:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS — Mohammad Rahman
WORKSHOP: Inside the Build: What It Actually Takes to Deliver a Data Centre 10:00–10:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: What Will the Next Decade of Construction Look Like? 10:00–10:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
PANEL: Future-Proofing Property Development: Strategies for a Changing Market 10:00–10:50 · PROPERTY STAGE — Dr. Woojin Choi
PANEL: Net-Zero Construction: Strategies for a More Sustainable Built Environment 10:00–10:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Top Tech Trends Shaping Australian Construction Industry 10:00–10:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Project Planning for Tomorrow’s Challenges 11:00–11:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE — Seyon Navarathnam
PANEL: The Future Is Off-Site: Reimagining How Australia Builds 11:00–11:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Adam Jordan
PANEL: Architects Role in Shaping a Sustainable Built Environment 11:00–11:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: AI-Enhanced Sustainability - Using Data to Achieve Net Zero Construction 11:00–11:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Leadership's Role in Leading with Inclusivity 11:00–11:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE — Annie McCann
PANEL: Connecting Systems to Improve the Homebuyer Experience 11:00–11:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Alex Mackrill, Maxine Dare, Moya Jakobsson, Nick O'Neill
WORKSHOP: Legally-Sourced & Deforestation-Free American Hardwoods 11:00–11:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS — Roderick Wiles
PANEL: Delivering Social Value: What It Means for Sustainable Construction 11:00–11:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Where Next for HVAC? Industry Leaders on the Decade Ahead 11:00–11:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
WORKSHOP: Harnessing Emotion in Design: The Psychology Behind Our Spaces 11:00–11:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Facilities Management: Concept, Realisation & Vision 11:00–11:50 · PROPERTY STAGE
PANEL: Getting BIM Right: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them 12:00–12:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Anton Fourie
Product Launch 12:00–12:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
WORKSHOP: Energy-Efficient Construction Techniques and Technologies 12:00–12:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Financing Property Projects in a Volatile Market 12:00–12:50 · PROPERTY STAGE
WORKSHOP: Who's Accountable? Navigating AI Governance and Liability in Construction 12:00–12:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Designing the Data Centre: Architecture Meets Digital Infrastructure 12:00–12:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
PANEL: Green Star, NABERS and Beyond: Do Ratings Still Drive Performance? 12:00–12:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Constructing the Backbone of Tomorrow: The Next Era of Infrastructure 12:00–12:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
WORKSHOP: Designing with Nature: Biophilic Principles in Practice 12:00–12:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Building Together: Industry and First Nations Communities in Partnership 12:00–12:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE
PANEL: MMC and Sustainability: Building Smarter and Greener 12:00–12:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Standardising Data Centre Construction Through MMC 13:00–13:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Adam Jordan
KEYNOTE: Outlook on Global Construction Industry 13:00–13:50 · INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Western Sydney Airport: From Vision to Runway 13:00–13:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
PANEL: Can AI Improve Sustainability in The Built Environment? 13:00–13:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Designing for Everyone: The Next Era of Human-Centric Architecture 13:00–13:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: Getting Indoor Air Quality Right 13:00–13:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: Feeding the AI Boom: Constructing Data Centres Across Australia 13:00–13:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Building an Industry That Cares: Mental Health in Construction 13:00–13:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: My Path: Breaking Into an Industry Built for Men 13:00–13:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE — Heimy Banning
WORKSHOP: Dynamic Real-Time Building Monitoring with Digital Twins and IoT Integration 13:00–13:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Building Communities, Not Just Housing 13:00–13:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Incorporating Circular Design Principles in Project Planning 14:00–14:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Creating the Future Office and Productive Workspaces 14:00–14:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: Colour Theory in Practice: A Practical Guide for Designers 14:00–14:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: How to Recruit, Retain & Develop The Workforce of Tomorrow? 14:00–14:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE
PANEL: Thinking of Expanding Your Horizon? Insights from International Government Representatives 14:00–14:50 · INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Training the Next Generation of HVAC Technicians 14:00–14:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: The Next Generation of Building Materials 14:00–14:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Building with Nature: Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure in Development 14:00–14:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
WORKSHOP: Insight into the Latest Tech Trends for Construction Professionals 14:00–14:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Is A Circular Built Environment Possible And If So, How? 15:00–15:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Mass Timber in Practice: From Product to Project 15:00–15:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Mentoring for Impact: Guiding Tomorrow’s Talent Today 15:00–15:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE
WORKSHOP: Enhancing Safety Culture Through Leadership 15:00–15:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: The Refrigerant Transition: Navigating the Shift Away from High-GWP Gases 15:00–15:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: Policy to Execution: Accelerating Housing Supply and Affordability 15:00–15:50 · FUTURE HOUSING STAGE — Schandel Fortu
PANEL: Collaboration Across Disciplines: Building Better Together 15:00–15:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: The Case for Building Up: High-Rise Design in a Growing City 15:00–15:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Sustainable Construction Practices: Global Innovations and Local Adaptations 15:00–15:50 · INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
WORKSHOP: Using AI and Analytics to Predict and Adapt to Market Cycles in Property 15:00–15:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Social Sustainability: Building Inclusive and Equitable Projects 16:00–16:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Building Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn as a Construction Professional 16:00–16:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE — Sharon Williams OAM
PANEL: How to Build a Smart City? From Concept to Connected Reality 16:00–16:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Mohammad Rahman
PANEL: The Role of Landscapes in Architecture 16:00–16:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: Still Standard, Still Evolving: Concrete and Steel as Construction's Foundation 16:00–16:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Modern Methods of Construction - Is It A Solution to the Housing Shortfall? 16:00–16:50 · FUTURE HOUSING STAGE — Seyon Navarathnam
PANEL: Designing with Materials That Matter: Low-Carbon Choices in Practice 16:00–16:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Training the Construction Workforce for the AI-Driven Future 16:00–16:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Built to Withstand: Climate Resilience as the New Design Standard 16:00–16:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
WORKSHOP: One License, Every State? Navigating HVAC Registration and Compliance 16:00–16:50 · HVAC&R STAGE

Day 2 — Thursday 29 April 2027

PANEL: Where Is Property Headed in 2027? 10:00–10:50 · FUTURE HOUSING STAGE — Dr Sherman Chan
PANEL: Building for Net Zero: Why Embodied Carbon Can't Be Ignored 10:00–10:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Can Digital Construction Lead the Way in Creating a Sustainable Future? 10:00–10:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Seyon Navarathnam
PANEL: Fostering a Culture of Safety in Construction 10:00–10:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: HVAC Meets AI: What's Actually Changing on Site 10:00–10:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: Materials Selection in the Age of Sustainability 10:00–10:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Residential Design Today: What's Shaping the Australian Home 10:00–10:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
PANEL: The Workforce Gap: Where Construction Stands and What Comes Next 10:00–10:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE
WORKSHOP: Beyond the Model: Building the Connected Intelligence Behind Construction 10:00–10:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Luxury Redefined: Designing for Longevity, Not Trends 10:00–10:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: More Than Homes: Designing Housing That Builds Community 11:00–11:50 · FUTURE HOUSING STAGE
WORKSHOP: The Role of AI and Predictive Analytics in the Built Environment 11:00–11:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS — Anton Fourie
PANEL: How is AI Changing Architectural Practice? 11:00–11:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE — Dr. Leo Meng
WORKSHOP: The Psychology of Interiors: Why Space Shapes How We Feel 11:00–11:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Australia's Digital Infrastructure: What's Being Built and Why It Matters 11:00–11:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Supply Chains Under Pressure: Navigating Materials Costs in 2027 11:00–11:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Your Construction Marketing A-Z 11:00–11:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE — Nikita Morell, Sharon Williams OAM
WORKSHOP: Navigating NABERS Energy Ratings 11:00–11:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
WORKSHOP: Managing Contaminated Sites: Environmental Risk in Practice 11:00–11:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Managing Asbestos Risks: What the Construction Industry Needs to Know 12:00–12:50 · BUILDING MATERIALS STAGE
PANEL: Build-to-Rent: Reshaping How Australians Access Housing 12:00–12:50 · FUTURE HOUSING STAGE — Schandel Fortu
PANEL: Data-Driven Decision Making: The New Standard for Construction 12:00–12:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Wellbeing by Design: The Emotional Power of Architecture 12:00–12:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
PANEL: Prioritising Employee Wellbeing 12:00–12:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE — Annie McCann
PANEL: Cooling the Cloud: HVAC's Role in the Data Centre Boom 12:00–12:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
WORKSHOP: Digital Twins for Architects: Designing with Real-Time Data 12:00–12:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in Construction Projects 12:00–12:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Urban Planning for a Sustainable Future 12:00–12:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
WORKSHOP: Automating Property Maintenance with AI-Driven PropTech Tools 12:00–12:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: How to Digitalise Your Site? 13:00–13:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: The Greenest Building Is the One Already Standing - How to Utilise Adaptive Reuse in Construction 13:00–13:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Sydney Metro: Progress, Priorities and What's Next 13:00–13:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
PANEL: Sense of Place: How Architecture Shapes Cities Identities 13:00–13:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE — Amanda Wynn
PANEL: How Is Technology Redefining MMC? 13:00–13:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Electrify Everything: Heat Pumps and the Future of HVAC 13:00–13:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: Digital Twins and the Next Era of Construction Intelligence 13:00–13:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
WORKSHOP: Leadership Skills for Emerging Construction Professionals 13:00–13:50 · CONSTRUCTION WORKFORCE SKILLS STAGE
WORKSHOP: Your Buildings Don't Speak for Themselves: Win Work With Your Words 13:00–13:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS — Nikita Morell
WORKSHOP: Smarter, Safer Sites: How Technology Is Changing Construction Safety 13:00–13:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Protecting Native Vegetation: Practical Compliance on Development Sites 14:00–14:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Women in HVAC on Building a Career in Tradies 14:00–14:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
PANEL: Building Tomorrow: How Innovation is Reshaping the Future of Construction 14:00–14:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
WORKSHOP: Designing Workplaces People Want to Return to 14:00–14:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP: Leveraging Cloud-Based Platforms for Construction Collaboration 14:00–14:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Building Belonging: How Construction Can Better Support LGBTQIA+ Colleagues? 14:00–14:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE
PANEL: International Collaboration in Construction: Building Partnerships for Success 14:00–14:50 · INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Enhancing Collaboration with AI-Driven Insights 14:00–14:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: The Renewable Transition: What It Means for Construction and Property 14:00–14:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: What's Next in Interior Design? Trends Shaping 2027 and Beyond 14:00–14:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
WORKSHOP: Case Study of an MMC Project in Australia 14:00–14:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: Building Australia Together: Government, Industry and the Path Forward 15:00–15:50 · FUTURE AUSTRALIA STAGE
PANEL: Designing for Experience: Architecture in Hospitality and Retail 15:00–15:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STAGE
PANEL: Modular for Every Sector: Housing, Health, Education and Beyond 15:00–15:50 · MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION STAGE — Ozge Fettahlioglu
WORKSHOP: Driving Sustainability with Modern Methods of Construction 15:00–15:50 · HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Reskilling the Workforce: Preparing Construction Teams for a Digital Future 15:00–15:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
WORKSHOP: Navigating Supply Chain Complexity in 2027 15:00–15:50 · INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION STAGE
PANEL: What Does Allyship Really Mean in Construction? 15:00–15:50 · DIVERSITY & RECONCILIATION STAGE
WORKSHOP: Sound Design in Architecture: Beyond the Basics 15:00–15:50 · ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN WORKSHOPS
PANEL: Building Smarter, Not Just Bigger: Sustainability in the Data Centre Boom 15:00–15:50 · SUSTAINABILITY STAGE
PANEL: Designing for Extremes: HVAC Resilience in a Hotter Australia 15:00–15:50 · HVAC&R STAGE
WORKSHOP: Implementing BIM for Integrated Project Delivery 15:00–15:50 · AI & DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS

Organisers, sponsors and partners

Sydney Build Expo

Key facts

Speakers (21)

Most represented companies

Agenda (134 sessions)

Day 1 — Wednesday 28 April 2027

Day 2 — Thursday 29 April 2027

Organisers, sponsors and partners

Organisers (2)

Sponsors (6)

Media Partners (8)

Association Partners (33)

Strategic Partner (1)

Supporting Partners (24)