Les Longden

Les Longden currently serves as a Consultant and Director at ICE, where he plays a pivotal role in delivering strategic project evaluation and implementation advisory services. Drawing upon over 30 years of comprehensive technical and commercial expertise, Les specializes in guiding complex energy, mining, maritime, and infrastructure projects through their full lifecycle. His deep understanding of project development processes enables him to provide valuable insights into project feasibility, risk management, and value optimization, ensuring clients are equipped to make informed investment decisions.

At ICE, Les leverages his extensive background in project management, project engineering, and project controls to oversee high-stakes initiatives across Australia and internationally, including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. His expertise encompasses LNG projects, infrastructure development, and energy transition strategies, where his skills in contract negotiation, change management, and strategic planning are instrumental in navigating the intricacies of large-scale projects. Les’s formal qualifications in electrical engineering and applied finance further enhance his ability to assess technical viability alongside financial robustness, fostering a holistic approach to project evaluation.

Throughout his career, Les has successfully led multidisciplinary teams, managed stakeholder engagement, and implemented best practices in project governance. His proven ability to align technical solutions with commercial objectives has consistently contributed to project success, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence. As a principal consultant, Les continues to bring his strategic vision, industry expertise, and leadership to ICE’s clients, helping them navigate the complexities of energy and resource development in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.