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2024 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Shivani Patel, Lendlease

Shivani Patel
Project Manager
Lendlease

“Shivani has demonstrated the ability to collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders to drive projects to completion. She’s taken on complex trade packages and quickly absorbed the knowledge needed to manage them. She’s also mentored junior colleagues and instilled in them the same work ethic, persistency, and resolve that has made her a success.” - Richard Leffler, Vice President, Project Executive at Lendlease.

Who are the key people in your life that have contributed to your success? Early on, my parents tirelessly supported me and infused me with ambition and character. At Lendlease, I’ve been lucky to work with experienced builders such as Rich Leffler, Christina Champness, and Anthony Cerino, all of whom have guided my career and helped me develop my professional strengths.

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