Robert J Ladd IPWEA Victoria Public Works Conference 2026

Robert J Ladd

Strategic infrastructure and asset management leader with over 25 years of experience delivering complex, high-value public infrastructure across state and local government sectors. Known for combining visionary thinking with analytical precision, I lead major capital programs, lifecycle planning, and compliance-driven operations across portfolios valued up to $1.5 billion. I bring deep expertise in statutory frameworks, operational risk, and systems design, underpinned by a strong track record of delivering long-term asset performance and public value. As an infrastructure manager and program delivery SME, I manage multidisciplinary infrastructure projects ranging from buildings to potable water systems, roads, and drainage. A trusted executive partner and inclusive leader, I foster cross-functional collaboration, drive continuous improvement, and create high-performing teams that thrive in complex, regulated environments. Additionally, I am a leader in the Victorian Government Asset Management Accountability Framework (AMAF), driving its objectives of renewal, compliance, and attestation.