Stephen Shaddock (BEng) is an accomplished rail professional with over 20 years’ experience managing some of Australia’s largest rail construction and upgrade projects. He is currently Alliance General Manager for the $3.5B North Western Program Alliance (NWPA), leading a team of over 600 staff on the level crossing removal project in Melbourne. To date, the Level Crossing Program has removed over 75 dangerous and congested level crossings around the city and delivered a range of upgrades including new stations, track duplication and stabling yards to create safer, more open spaces for local communities to enjoy. Previously, Stephen has led delivery teams for some of Victoria’s most challenging and technically complex rail projects, such as the Regional Rail Link ($600M) and Metro Tunnel ($500M) on which he managed cross-functional teams with a focus on developing sustainable solutions that optimise whole-of-life outcomes. He has also been involved in the design development of several high-profile rail construction projects, such as the Melbourne Airport Rail Link and Geelong Fast Rail, giving him a strong understanding of the latest technologies and best practices in the industry. He is passionate about innovation and advancing diversity in construction and continuously seeks opportunities to enhance project efficiencies and outcomes for his clients.