Meet the Team
Ben Hughes
Managing Director and Principal
Meet Ben - our local content strategy expert with over a decade of experience in designing, implementing, and managing regional economies for major projects. His expertise spans across various industries, including project proponents, main works contractors, SMEs, economic advocates, and all three levels of government.
Ben spent ten years working on major workforce projects for global companies in standalone or shared services environments. His client-focused approach prioritises smart resourcing strategies, effective collaboration, stakeholder alignment, and organizational effectiveness. With Ben on your team, you can trust that your local content strategy is in good hands.
Jacqueline Lawton
Local Industry Participation Officer
Meet Jacqueline – our infrastructure-savvy coordination specialist, with over a decade of experience spanning civil construction, design delivery, and project administration across government and private sectors.
At Hughes et al, Jacqueline supports the delivery of Local Industry Participation outcomes through document coordination, compliance support, and collaborative plan development. She’s known for streamlining reporting, refining document systems, and making sure clients stay on track with procurement, engagement, and workforce goals.
From overseeing contract delivery on multimillion-dollar builds to managing documentation on major LNG projects, Jacqueline brings technical precision and team-first adaptability to every phase of a project with a strong focus on quality, safety, and measurable outcomes.