Early Career, Big Impact: How to Stand Out and Step Up in Project Management
Starting your project management career can be both exciting and challenging — especially when navigating unfamiliar industries, cultures, and expectations.
The Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) invites you to an engaging session facilitated by Jean Stuart, Convenor of the NextGen Project Professionals Network (NPPN), where early-career project professional Amalie H. Vigrestad will share candid insights from her transition into the workforce. Drawing on personal experiences across countries, sectors, and career milestones, Amalie offers a fresh and honest perspective on stepping into the profession.
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Who is this event for?
- Project Management Professionals at all levels
- This session is ideal for students, graduates, and early-career professionals looking for honest, practical advice on starting strong in project management.
Key Takeaways
- Common challenges early-career project managers face
- How to manage expectations and build credibility
- Ways to lead and influence without formal authority
- Tips for navigating cultural and professional transitions
Price
- Members: Complimentary
- Non-members: $55 (including GST)
- Registration closes: 12/08/2025 - 11:59 PM AEST
Speaker
Amalie H. Vigrestad
Project Manager Intern, Jacobs
Amalie is a passionate early-career project manager who brings a fresh and honest perspective to navigating the first steps in the profession. With a background in organisational psychology and a Master’s in Project Management, she’s experienced the leap from student to graduate PM — all while adapting to a new country, culture, and industry. Amalie is excited to share practical insights, lessons learned, and encouragement for others just starting out in project management.
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.