Currently supporting Sydney Water in rolling out the Infrastructure Investment Capital Delivery (IICD) framework to strengthen assurance across its $34 billion capital program. Jesse oversees the development and refinement of Needs Approval Business Cases for a broad pipeline of renewal projects, coordinating technical, financial and risk inputs to produce clear, investment‑ready documentation aligned with the Capital Investment Plan. This involves translating engineering scope, risk assessments and cost estimates into concise, decision‑ready materials that support executive endorsement and smooth progression into delivery.

Jesse assisted in developing a delivery strategy for a rail operations and maintenance contract in partnership with cost, transaction and asset management SMEs. This included the establishment of a packaging approach, risk allocation between TfNSW and a service provider and commercial models, as well as proposing a procurement process.

Delivered the commercial delivery strategy for the multibillion-dollar South-West Rail Link Extension, a transformative rail infrastructure project connecting Leppington to Bradfield and supporting the activation of Western Sydney Airport. Supported development of delivery model options, procurement strategy, risk allocation frameworks, funding and financing options including the PPP qualitative assessment and the market sounding process through structured workshops and stakeholder engagement. Synthesised findings into decision-ready materials for TfNSW and Treasury approvals, enabling alignment with Infrastructure NSW and Infrastructure Australia assurance processes.

Supported delivery of the $1.7 billion nationally significant Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Project through coordination of a preliminary project readiness review to assist the client in positioning itself and the project for the next phase. Jesse reviewed the status of commercial, financial and technical workstreams as well as the readiness of governance and reporting structures, resourcing and internal systems and processes. This work enabled the procurement of two new rail-enabled ferries and associated port upgrades. Synthesised findings across governance, commercial and financial frameworks, contributing to Board-level reporting and strategic recommendations to support transition to delivery phase.

Supported the development of the $100 million South Island resilience business case, cutting disruption by 50% through risk assessments, backed by DCF cost-benefit analysis with solutions developed through detailed risk analysis and collaborative client workshops.

• Contributed to the $200 million Rolleston Access flyover project through transport modeling, development of signage strategies, and the preparation of a $15 million business case to support local roading improvements.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure alignment of project outcomes with regional infrastructure strategies.

• Updated and delivered a comprehensive transport economics assessment for the Wakatipu Active Travel Network, ensuring all relevant benefits were accurately considered against project costs and supporting informed decision-making on route options.
• Conducted economic analysis to optimise cost-benefit ratios, justifying investments that ensured over $50 million in sustainable benefits and providing value for money for council infrastructure projects.

Delivered $2 billion Western Bay of Plenty Public Transport Services business case through
 detailed network data analysis using GIS and Python encouraging a 50% increase in
 reliability and a 30% increase in access to key destinations.

• Conducted DCF cost-benefit analysis to evaluate bridge replacement options, integrating resilience and economic viability considerations to enhance regional connectivity in Central Otago.
• Delivered assessments of flood-damaged bridge replacements through collaboration with the Structural team, facilitating cost-effective and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

• Conducted thorough evaluations of site constraints affecting transportation feasibility for multiple large-scale wind farm projects, including on-site assessments of road network limitations and analysis of district plans for consenting and land use restrictions.
• Leveraged Python for data processing and visualization to facilitate informed decision-making, assessing the risk and supporting the development of wind energy infrastructure.

Jesse has completed over a dozen Level Crossing Safety Impact Assessments (LCSIAs) using the Australian Level Crossing Assessment Model (ALCAM) for KiwiRail. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to safety, he produced reports that outlined suggested improvements. His assessments included liaison with over seven city and district councils around New Zealand. These reports have aided decision makers to select safety improvements at these crossings.

• Supported the transition of project funding from NZTA to the Ministry of Transport by ensuring seamless commercial management and engaging with senior decision-makers.
• Oversaw budget adherence and collaboration with key suppliers during development of the Business Case for the large-scale infrastructure project, ensuring commitments were met effectively.
• Supported the development of the Detailed Business Case.

Conducted investigations into issues arising during the construction phase of the $419 million infrastructure project, ensuring alignment between design specifications and on-site implementation.

•  Assisted project engineers in the planning and execution of civil infrastructure works,
   including site inspections, surveying, progress reporting, and contractor coordination.
• Contributed to health and safety compliance, quality assurance, and preparation of
   technical documentation to support project delivery.