CathWest Innovation College – Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta (CEDP)
Why We Were Appointed:
CEDP engaged FACTION for our expertise in fast-tracked project delivery, stakeholder management, and the ability to deliver high-quality design, construction, and operational outcomes under compressed timelines.
Client Challenge:
CEDP needed to launch a new innovation-focused learning pathway for senior students by Day 1, Term 1, 2020, with no prior business case, design, or construction underway, and a fixed, non-negotiable timeline.
The Tailored Solution:
Implemented a fast-tracked delivery strategy across design, procurement, construction, and operations
Recommended a blended Managing Contractor / Design & Construct contract, new to CEDP
Conducted intensive collaborative workshops to align stakeholders and sub-contractors
Explored 24-hour site operation opportunities and optimized neighbourhood constraints
Provided change management support for staff transitioning to a non-traditional teaching model
Results / Outcomes / Metrics:
Delivered the equivalent of 18 months of work ($13M) in 10 months
Notice of Completion issued 4 weeks before the critical launch date
Successful revitalisation of two campuses into innovation-focused colleges
Enabled students to pursue non-traditional learning pathways while meeting NSW HSC requirements
Managed stakeholder expectations effectively, including staff transitioning to a project-based learning framework
Client:CathWest Innovation College
Location:Education (Gov) - Western Sydney, NSW
Estimated Project Value (AUD):Mount Druitt Campus - $13M
Emu Plains Campus - $2M
Project Scope & Services Delivered:FACTION provided end-to-end project management and advisory services, including:
Business case development and project governance
Design management and procurement
Construction management and site operations
Learning and curriculum framework development
Stakeholder engagement and change management
Transition of staff to a progressive, project-based learning model
