CDI Experience
CDI Experts is a multi-disciplinary construction consulting group, specialising in contract management, commercial advisory, project controls, project management and dispute resolution. We support complex capital projects by reducing risk, improving performance, and delivering strategic outcomes across all project stages.
Our construction consultants bring value from tender through to delivery, close-out, and dispute resolution. We work across project lifecycles, mitigating risk, managing claims, and supporting successful project execution.
Our clients include:
- Government departments and infrastructure authorities
- Main contractors and subcontractors
- Energy and utility providers
- Legal and insurance firms
- Developers and commercial property owners
- Financial institutions and lenders
We’ve worked across oil & gas, mining, LNG, renewables, and complex infrastructure such as airports, civil works, rail, water, power, and manufacturing. Our property sector experience includes mixed-use developments, high-rise towers, healthcare, government buildings, hospitality, and sports facilities.
CDI Evolution
CDI Experts evolved from its founding firm, Qillin Group, established in 2014 by Managing Director Tony Hughes. Our leadership and team now share over 100 years of combined project delivery experience across Australia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Having worked together on major projects globally, our directors and consultants know how to deliver results through collaboration and precision.
CDI Edge
Our commitment is to exceed expectations by providing rigorous, accurate, and timely insight into commercial, planning, and project delivery challenges. Our consultants are qualified, experienced, and selected for their impact on complex construction projects.
With deep commercial awareness, we analyse how project issues interact with wider business objectives resolving them through holistic, innovative, and practical solutions.
As an independent consultancy, we act with integrity and place client interests first bysolving complex commercial challenges through outstanding service.
Our Value Proposition
At CDI Experts, we understand the complexities and challenges of large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. Our value lies in delivering clarity, certainty, and control in the most demanding project environments.
Client-Centric Approach – We build strong, transparent relationships and tailor our services to each project’s unique demands.
Proven Impact – Our specialists have consistently delivered measurable savings and risk mitigation outcomes.
Deep Industry Experience – Our team comprises seasoned professionals with experience across diverse geographies and sectors.
Innovation-Driven – Our team comprises seasoned professionals with experience across diverse geographies and sectors.
OUR Philosophy and conduct
Quality breeds results
Quality is at the heart of everything we do. It drives responsiveness, innovation, and excellent outcomes for our clients. We continuously improve our work and uphold a high standard of professionalism that delivers measurable value.
Tell it how it is
Honesty builds trust and enables better decision-making. We provide clear, expert insights even when the facts are uncomfortable — so that our clients can act with confidence.
Foresight over hindsight
Our multi-disciplinary teams are proactive, alert, and adaptable. We assess impacts early and anticipate challenges before they occur, protecting project outcomes and improving efficiency.
Simplicity equals efficiency
We keep our solutions focused, streamlined, and cost-effective. Our lean delivery model means better quality input, fewer layers, and direct access to senior consultants and directors saving time and money.