Designing My Direction: From Architecture to Project Management
What if every step you've taken - no matter how unrelated it may seem - has been quietly preparing you for where you are now?
Moderated by the NextGen Project Professionals Network (NPPN) at the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), emerging project professional Aboli Tavhare shares her evolving journey toward project management, shaped by experiences in architecture, academia, student leadership, and personal growth.
From designing spaces to leading initiatives, each phase helped build her capacity to manage people, processes, and outcomes- even before she knew ‘project management’ was the destination.
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Who is this event for?
- Project Management Professionals at all levels
- Whether you’re just starting out or mentoring the next generation, this session is a powerful reminder that project management isn’t always a pivot—sometimes, it’s the natural next step in a journey built on creativity, coordination, and continuous learning.
Key Takeaways
- Embrace nonlinear paths into project management
- Recognize how soft skills—like communication, adaptability, and time management—often grow quietly across diverse roles
- Use reflection to connect the dots and discover purpose in your career direction
Price
- Members: Complimentary
- Non-members: $55 (including GST)
Speaker
Aboli Tavhare
Emerging Project Management Professional
Aboli Tavhare is an emerging project management professional with a background in architecture and a passion for bringing ideas to life. With a Bachelor's in Architecture and a Master’s in Project Management, she has built a unique foundation that blends systemic design thinking with strategic planning and coordination and believes in a human-centred approach to projects. From academic studios to leadership roles in the ANU, Aboli has developed a strong appreciation for soft skills like communication, adaptability, and time management. Currently navigating the early stages of her professional journey in Canberra, Aboli is focused on building her career in project management- particularly in industries where planning, execution, and collaboration intersect, such as construction and the built environment.
Jean Stuart
Facilitator: Program Manager, Discrete Network Optimisation (Global) at Orica and NextGen Project Professionals Network (NPPN) Convenor at the AIPM
Jean Stuart is a seasoned supply chain professional with over 15 years of experience spanning planning, supplier management, contract negotiation, inventory optimisation, and logistics across the mining, manufacturing, construction, and agriculture sectors. Currently working with an ASX 100 company, she leads strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and operational performance.
Jean has successfully driven Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) initiatives that strengthen cross-functional alignment, enable data-informed decision-making, and improve supply chain resilience. Renowned for her ability to build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships, she delivers practical solutions that support continuous improvement and create long-term value.
A committed advocate for gender equity and workplace inclusion, Jean actively promotes diverse perspectives in decision-making processes to foster more inclusive and effective outcomes.