Grant Whitbourne
Project Management Professional
based in Newcastle, NSW.
Project Management Professional
based in Newcastle, NSW.
Helping asset owners, operators, and service providers deliver critical infrastructure projects.
I provide flexible, scalable project management services - short-term, contract, embedded, or fractional - tailored to meet your project's goals. From planning through to delivery, I ensure clear communication, efficient execution, and alignment with community, environmental, and operational outcomes.
Qualified
Master of Project Management (UoN)
Adv Dip, Struc Eng. (TAFE)
Cert IV WHS (TAFE)
Certified
Certified Practising Project Manager
w/ Australian Institute Project Management
Experienced
18 Years Industry Exp.
9 Years Project Management Exp.
Clients I've delivered projects for
About Me
I am a project management professional experienced in delivering critical infrastructure projects for government agencies, councils, and public stakeholders. My career has been defined by a focus on aligning technical precision with strategic objectives, ensuring that every project I lead delivers value to communities.
I specialize in navigating complex regulatory frameworks, including the Part 4 and Part 5 approvals. I excel in stakeholder engagement, ensuring that stakeholder expectations are met and that they brought along for the project journey. My expertise spans a broad range of civil infrastructure projects including roads, subdivisions, remediation, coastal, and bulk earthworks, each requiring a tailored approach to address unique challenges while achieving sustainable, impactful outcomes.
My strength lies in simplifying complexity; I bring multidisciplinary teams together, streamline approvals, and deliver projects on time and within budget. Whether I’m managing risk, ensuring public procurement compliance, or fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders, my goal is always to deliver transparent, accountable, and results-driven project leadership.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner to deliver your next government infrastructure project with precision, accountability, and a commitment to excellence, let’s start a conversation.
Work History
2007-2012 Aurecon
2012 -2015 SMEC
2015-2016 Cardno (now Stantec)
2016-2018 SMEC
2018-2021 Coffey Projects (a Tetra Tech Company)
2021-Now Talyama Projects
Services Offered
Contract Project Manager – Medium to long-term engagement to lead projects within your organisation’s delivery framework.
Embedded Project Manager – Integrated into your internal team to operate as an in-house resource with external expertise.
Project-based Delivery – Fixed-price or outcome-based delivery of a defined project scope, with full responsibility from start to finish.
Interim Project Manager / Leave Cover– Short-term fill-in to maintain delivery momentum during staff leave or transition.
Project Health Checks & Recover – Independent reviews and support to get at-risk projects back on track.
Delivery Readiness & Mobilisation – Support with launching projects, setting up delivery frameworks, and preparing for execution.
Project Controls & Reporting – Scheduling, cost tracking, risk management, and stakeholder reporting support.
Tendering & Bid Management – Assistance preparing competitive bids, tenders, and EOIs—strategy through to submission.
PMO & Governance Support – Help establishing or strengthening project governance, tools, templates, and reporting frameworks.
Key Domains of Experience
Regulatory Approvals
Experienced in Part 4 approvals for private development.
Proficient in Part 5 approvals for infrastructure projects.
Experienced in Part 6 approvals including crown building work.
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage
Strong understanding of NPW Act 1974 requirements.
Experienced in Due Dilligence, ACHAR, and AHIP's
Skills in building positive working relations with First Nations groups.
Civil Engineering Design
In-depth knowledge of Austroads.
Experienced in design management and coordination of multi-displinary teams.
Proficient 12d designer prior to transitioning to project management.
Biodiversity Management
Managing targeted species surveys as part of project approvals.
Oversee pre-clearance surveys and supervision during vegetation removal.
BDAR development.
Undertaking offsetting and restoration activities.
Work Health & Safety
Strong knowledge of NSW WHS Act and Regulation requirements relevant to construction.
Safety in Design reporting.
Experienced in large-scale safety and risk management frameworks.
Utilities
Experienced in authority approvals including Ausgrid, Hunter Water, NBN, and Telstra.
Coordination of site utilities including identification, clash detection, and geometric design.
End-to-end delivery including design, construction, and handover.
Contamination
Delivery of site remediation activities including capping, material disposal, and sampling.
Working knowledge of soil remediation and ground -treatment techniques.
Waste classification including scoping, site investigations, and reporting.
Pavement Rehabilitation
Structural pavement assessments.
Insitu stabilisation techniques.
Geotechnical site investigations and pavement design.
Surface and sub-surface drainage.
Road closures, traffic management planning, and project scheduling.
Land Subdivision
Lot layout design and masterplanning.
Local government LEP and DCP requirements.
Site optimisation through grading, retaining, and stormwater.
Lot registration.
Easement registration.
Environmental Protection
Developing Part 5 assessments for infrastructure projects.
Implementing construction-phase environmental protections and controls.
Working knowledge of stormwater and runoff management in accordance with bluebook requirements.
Waste classification and material management.
Stakeholder Management
Stakeholder identification and mapping.
Establishing clear communication channels.
Expectations management.
Consultation and collaboration on relevant project issues and topics.
Conflict resolution.
Quality Management
Quality planning in-line with scope development.
Sound understanding of a range of standard construction specifications related to materials, construction conformance, and construction practices.
Management and oversight of ITP's including inspections, hold points, and witness points.
Cost Management
Scope, WBS and cost estimate development.
Cost tracking and forecast.
Project financial reporting.
Earned value management.
Financial risk management.
Schedule Management
Strong Microsoft Project skills.
Scoping and schedule development.
Critical path analysis and management.
Progress monitoring, delay mitigation, and program risk integration.
Scope Management
Scope definition and planning, including in-depth stakeholder consultation.
Scope management including change control, managing variations, and resource oversight.
Scope validation and acceptance aligned with project quality and stakeholder acceptance.
Procurement
Procurement strategy and planning.
Contract selection.
Development of detailed procurement documentation.
Public sector procurement framework and procurement probity experience.
Contract Management
Experienced in a range of standard form contracts including MW21, GC21, Australian Standard contracts, and Defence contracts.
Stringent contract administration including claims management, payment certification, notices management, and time-bars.
Ongoing risk management and issues resolution.
Technology Expertise
Extensive experience using Microsoft 365 including desktop, online, and enterprise services.
Competent in SAP ERP and Civica Authority.
Proficient in AI tools, cloud-based systems, and emerging digital technologies.
Project History
A summary of the projects I've worked on is highlighted in the map below. Please contact me for further details.
How To Engage My Services
You can engage my services through Talyama Pty Ltd T/A Talyama Projects. Here's how it works:
Step 1 - Initial Consultation
Book in a call to discuss your organisational needs and project requirements.
Step 2 - Project Brief Submission
To tailor the engagement, you’ll need to provide a short project brief outlining:
Key objectives and deliverables
Relevant stakeholders or departments
Target timeframes and milestones
Budget considerations (if applicable)
Any current risks, blockers, or resource gaps
This can be submitted in whatever format suits you — email, document, RFQ, or even dot points.
Step 3 - Proposal and Fee Structure
Based on your brief, I’ll issue a tailored proposal including:
Scope of work
Service options (fixed-term, short-term, fractional)
Fee structure (hourly, milestone-based, or lump sum)
Proposed schedule or delivery timeframes
Optional engagement under standard form contracts
Step 4 - Formal Engagement
Once the proposal is accepted, the engagement will be formalised via a Service Agreement issued through Talyama Projects Pty Ltd. If your procurement policy requires it, I’m happy to work under standard form consultancy contracts.
Step 5 - Project Kickoff
Following onboarding and access to relevant documentation/systems, we commence delivery. You’ll receive:
Structured updates and reports
Risk and issue tracking (as needed)
Proactive communication and delivery accountability
Company Profile
Business Name Talyama Pty Ltd T/A Talyama Projects
Incorporated Date 3 Feb 2022
ACN 657 002 250
ABN 44 657 002 250
Insurances PI, PL, MV, WC
Indigenous Status Supply Nation Registered