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Campbell Fehring

MOUNT ELIZA,Australia

Summary

Successfully led large-scale residential and aged care projects in Melbourne, overseeing a portfolio worth $450 million. Delivered complex civil infrastructure, town planning approvals, and full-spectrum construction management while aligning with commercial objectives and regulatory frameworks. Managed multimillion-dollar project funding, ensuring alignment of capital deployment with project milestones through detailed cash flow models, financial forecasting, and stakeholder reporting. Enabled effective project financing and strategic capital allocation. Founded and grew a residential construction business, establishing efficient design systems, sales channels, and operational processes. Secured over $20 million in sales within the first three years, leading successful delivery of architecturally efficient townhouse and medium-density housing projects. Spearheaded the structuring and negotiation of complex joint venture agreements, notably delivering mixed-use and large-scale residential developments with institutional and private partners, driving significant revenue and project growth. Led strategic land sourcing and acquisition initiatives for a leading Australian builder, securing high-value development opportunities across multiple states. Successfully contributed to a $120 million+ annual construction program. Led national initiatives to harmonize construction systems, improve scheduling software integration, and implement procurement strategies across divisions. Commanded a platoon during peacekeeping operations in East Timor, contributing to the United Nations’ mission and playing a pivotal role in the successful transition to independence. Recognized for exemplary leadership under challenging conditions.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Development Manager

Summerset Villages
08.2022 - 04.2025
  • Company Overview: Summerset Villages Australia Pty Ltd is the Australian office of a New Zealand retirement and aged care leader with a capilisation of in excess of $2.5bn.
  • Senior manager managing a pipeline of 3 development sites across Melbourne with construction value exceeding $450 million.
  • Directed the planning, coordination, and implementation of civil infrastructure works, including roads, drainage, utilities, and site services, ensuring integration with masterplans and alignment with regulatory and engineering standards.
  • Led the end-to-end town planning process, from site analysis and concept design through to application submission and negotiation with planning authorities. Ensured compliance with local and state planning frameworks while aligning with commercial objectives.
  • Managed the full spectrum of construction activities across multiple sites, including program scheduling, contractor supervision, procurement, and quality control. Ensured projects were delivered on time, within budget, and to required specifications.
  • Oversaw detailed financial reporting processes, delivering regular budget updates, cost-to-complete forecasts, and variance analysis to internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project cash flow models to support operational planning and investment decisions. Secured and managed project funding through coordination with lenders, equity partners, and internal finance teams.
  • Successfully led the end-to-end planning and civil infrastructure delivery for multiple large-scale residential and aged care projects, ensuring integration with complex masterplans, strict regulatory compliance, and long-term operational performance.
  • Delivered multiple concurrent construction programs on time and within budget, overseeing all phases from contractor procurement and scheduling through to quality assurance and practical completion, across diverse metropolitan sites.
  • Managed multimillion-dollar project funding facilities, aligning capital deployment with delivery milestones through robust cash flow modelling, financial forecasting, and stakeholder reporting.
  • Drove town planning approvals across a range of complex urban and greenfield developments, achieving positive outcomes through strategic engagement with local councils, consultants, and planning authorities.
  • Established and maintained a delivery team of consultants, contractors and authority across several sites. Including the design development of high-end retirement products and aged care facilities.

Director | Development Director

Miller Atkins
10.2017 - 08.2022
  • Company Overview: Miller Atkins is a Melbourne based specialist residential and commercial construction company that with revenue growth exceeding 50% year-on-year.
  • Founded and established a project building company that specialised in efficient design and high end quality outcomes. Established sales networks, development partnerships and project financing and approvals.
  • Founding Director establishing all facets of the construction business and responsible for the implementation of all major disciplines.
  • Strategic Planning to establish construction business specialising in new homes and medium density opportunities
  • Facilitated the design and development of architectural and effectily designed medium density townhouses and residential products
  • Created new business sales channels and sales management techniques both domestically In Melbourne and also through International channels
  • Oversaw all operations and financial system development and implementation
  • Led the creation of the construction team including all consultant, supplier and trade relationships.
  • Founded and successfully scaled a residential construction business from inception, establishing core operational, financial, and compliance systems to support sustainable growth in both detached housing and medium-density sectors.
  • Led the end-to-end design and delivery of a bespoke range of architecturally efficient townhouse and small-lot housing products, tailored to meet market demand and aligned with planning regulations including the Small Lot Housing Code.
  • Established multi-channel sales strategies, generating a pipeline of domestic and international business opportunities, and securing over $20 million in sales within the first three years of operation.
  • Built and managed a high-performing construction delivery team, including recruitment of key staff, onboarding of subcontractors, and development of reliable trade and supplier networks across metropolitan Melbourne.
  • Implemented robust financial control and reporting systems, ensuring transparency, accurate forecasting, and effective project funding across multiple concurrent builds and development sites.

Senior Development Manager

Metricon Homes
10.2012 - 10.2017
  • Company Overview: Metricon In the the leading Australian residential builder with yearly revenues in excess of $1bn and project starts exceeding 5,000 annually.
  • Senior manager focused on new business development, project acquisition and development management.
  • Led new business acquisitions and strategic land sourcing initiatives, identifying and securing high-value development opportunities across metropolitan and regional growth corridors.
  • Managed end-to-end tender processes and joint venture structuring, including negotiation of commercial terms, due diligence, and alignment with internal governance protocols and partner expectations.
  • Oversaw full-spectrum development and project management activities, from feasibility and planning through to delivery, across a diverse portfolio of built form assets including retirement villages, detached housing, townhouses, and apartments.
  • Contributed to the successful delivery of a $120 million+ annual construction program, ensuring alignment with business targets, client expectations, and operational capabilities.
  • Collaborated with internal design, construction, legal, and finance teams, as well as external consultants and institutional partners, to drive commercially viable, high-quality residential outcomes.
  • Secured and delivered multiple high-value land and development opportunities across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, contributing significantly to the company’s project pipeline and supporting sustained revenue growth in competitive markets.
  • Successfully structured and negotiated complex joint venture agreements, enabling the delivery of large-scale residential and mixed-use projects with institutional and private development partners.
  • Led the planning and execution of diverse built form projects, including retirement villages, townhouses, apartments, and detached housing, delivering high-quality outcomes that met both commercial and community expectations.
  • Played a key role in driving over $120 million in annual construction turnover, aligning development strategy with business growth targets and enhancing operational delivery performance.
  • Streamlined cross-functional project delivery processes, improving coordination between acquisition, design, construction, and finance teams, resulting in more efficient approval cycles and reduced project risk.

National Building Development Manager

Metricon Homes
09.2008 - 09.2012
  • National Role focused on the establishment and harmonisation of construction systems across Metricon nationally.
  • Appointed as inaugural Construction Manager to establish a specialist inner-urban delivery division, leading the formation of a dedicated construction team focused on complex urban infill and medium-density housing projects during an 18-month national secondment.
  • Managed a high-performing team of Site Managers, overseeing project scheduling, quality assurance, and compliance to ensure timely and efficient delivery of high-profile inner-urban developments.
  • Led the national implementation of construction programming software (eg: ClickHome, Business craft and Databuild) and its integration with enterprise resource planning systems (Timberline), improving workflow management, transparency, and scheduling accuracy across multiple regions.
  • Championed value management and procurement strategies, driving cost efficiencies, improving subcontractor performance, and enhancing the consistency of delivery outcomes across divisions.
  • Oversaw national Occupational Health & Safety implementation, ensuring compliance with evolving safety regulations and embedding a culture of risk awareness and site safety excellence.
  • Acted as the business representative on the HIA Technical Advisory Committee for three years, contributing to industry discussions and guiding the internal adoption of updated National Construction Code (NCC) and Building Code of Australia (BCA) requirements.
  • Directed design coordination and construction detailing management, establishing two new Internal roles for technical drafting support staff - ensuring constructability, regulatory compliance, and architectural integrity across all product types.
  • Established and operationalised a new inner-urban construction division, building a specialised team from the ground up and successfully delivering complex medium-density projects in high-density environments.
  • Led the national rollout of integrated construction programming systems (eg. ClickHome), significantly enhancing project visibility, scheduling efficiency, and coordination across multiple business units and states.
  • Represented the company at a national level through the HIA Technical Advisory Committee, influencing industry best practices and ensuring proactive internal adoption of evolving building code and compliance standards.
  • Implemented value management and procurement initiatives that resulted in measurable cost savings across key trades and materials, while maintaining build quality and delivery standards.
  • Developed and led a high-performing cross-functional team, including site managers, analysts, and drafting support, fostering a collaborative culture that improved project turnaround times and reduced construction risk.

Development Manager

Becton Property Group
08.2005 - 08.2008
  • Company Overview: Becton was an ASX Listed high-end apartment builder and development company specialising in high end apartment though inner Melbourne suburbs.
  • Responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of luxury residential projects, from procurement and design coordination through to planning approvals, construction oversight, and financial management.
  • Managed end-to-end development activities across high-density apartment towers and medium-density townhouse projects in inner-urban Melbourne locations.
  • Oversaw procurement strategies and contract administration for consultants, builders, and suppliers, ensuring alignment with commercial and delivery objectives.
  • Led feasibility modelling, financial forecasting, and board-level reporting to guide investment decisions and development strategy.
  • Delivered onsite project management during construction phases, coordinating delivery timelines, design intent, and contractor performance.
  • Collaborated with state and local government stakeholders, including through public-private joint ventures, to meet planning, compliance, and housing policy requirements.
  • Delivered three landmark residential projects, including a 20-storey mixed-use tower (One East Melbourne), retirement apartments (Brighton Residences) and 100+ townhomes in a JV with the Victorian Government (Kensington Townhomes), showcasing capability across complex, multi-stakeholder developments.
  • Enhanced project profitability through rigorous value management processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or design outcomes.
  • Strengthened project feasibility and decision-making by developing robust financial models and market-aligned yield forecasts that informed project approvals.
  • Established strong consultant and contractor networks, ensuring consistent delivery performance and enabling repeatable outcomes across multiple inner-urban development sites.

Trader

Candlestick Trading
06.2003 - 06.2005
  • Company Overview: Candlestick Trading Company, based in London’s Canary Wharf focused primarily on short-term trading strategies in the futures markets. Specializing in EURIBOR (Euro Interbank Offered Rate) futures.
  • Actively trader of short-term interest rate futures based on market trends, economic indicators, and central bank policy, aiming to profit from fluctuations in eurozone interest rates while managing risk in fast-moving financial markets.
  • Executed short-term interest rate futures trades (EURIBOR) on LIFFE, leveraging technical analysis, market indicators, and real-time data to manage positions.
  • Applied advanced candlestick charting techniques to identify market trends, reversal signals, and trading opportunities in highly liquid futures markets.
  • Monitored European Central Bank policy decisions, macroeconomic data, and geopolitical developments to inform trading strategies and risk management.
  • Managed intraday trading positions with tight risk parameters, ensuring strict adherence to capital preservation policies and stop-loss frameworks.
  • Produced daily performance reports and contributed to strategy reviews, collaborating with senior traders to refine systems and improve profitability.
  • Consistently delivered positive trading returns, achieving profitable quarters through disciplined execution and market timing in a volatile environment.
  • Built and maintained a high-frequency trading portfolio, focusing on precision execution and low-latency decision-making in response to live market fluctuations.
  • Quickly progressed from analyst support to independent trading responsibility, demonstrating initiative, market intuition, and a strong risk-reward mindset.
  • Contributed to the firm’s EURIBOR desk becoming one of its highest-performing desks, through collaboration and consistent trade discipline.
  • Developed a deep understanding of European interest rate markets, central bank policy mechanics, and derivatives trading that informed future financial and development roles.

Treasury Analyst

ExxonMobil Australia
01.2001 - 06.2003
  • Company Overview: ExxonMobil is one of the largest publicly traded multinational corporations in the world, operating primarily in the energy and petroleum sectors.
  • Managed a company’s liquidity, cash flow, and financial risk by overseeing cash management, forecasting, and investment activities to support strategic and operational decision-making.
  • Managed daily cash positions and liquidity for ExxonMobil Australia, ensuring sufficient funds were available for operational needs while optimizing cash reserves.
  • Prepared short- and long-term cash flow forecasts, providing critical insights for the management of company funds and facilitating strategic decision-making.
  • Monitored and reported on foreign exchange market movements, managing foreign currency exposure and ensuring hedging strategies were implemented effectively.
  • Evaluated and managed the company’s investment portfolio, ensuring adherence to corporate risk and return guidelines.
  • Produced regular financial reports and compliance documentation for internal stakeholders, ensuring adherence to corporate finance policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Successfully streamlined the cash management processes, improving the company's liquidity position.
  • Led the implementation of a robust foreign exchange hedging strategy that effectively minimized the company’s exposure to currency fluctuations during volatile market conditions.
  • Enhanced cash flow forecasting models, leading to a 10% improvement in forecast accuracy, supporting more efficient working capital management.
  • Worked closely with other departments, including accounting, finance, and legal, to align treasury operations with overall business strategy, facilitating smoother inter-departmental collaboration.
  • Contributed to the reduction of treasury-related operational costs by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing automation tools, saving ExxonMobil Australia an estimated $500,000 annually.

Infantry Officer

Australian Army
11.1998 - 06.2003
  • Company Overview: The Australian Army is the land warfare branch of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), tasked with protecting Australia's national interests, supporting peacekeeping operations, and providing humanitarian assistance around the world.
  • A leader that trained, and commanded soldiers in frontline ground operations, ensuring mission success through tactical planning, disciplined execution, and decisive leadership in often challenging and high-risk environments.
  • Led and commanded a platoon of 30 infantry soldiers, responsible for executing a wide range of military operations in a peacekeeping environment, including patrolling, security, and civil assistance tasks.
  • Coordinated and executed tactical operations in support of the United Nations peacekeeping mandate, ensuring the safety and stability of East Timor’s civilian population during a period of political and social unrest.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive operational plans, ensuring the effective use of personnel, resources, and equipment in line with mission objectives and international standards.
  • Provided training, mentorship, and leadership to platoon personnel, fostering a high level of readiness, discipline, and morale in challenging and complex environments.
  • Liaised with multinational peacekeeping forces, local government officials, and humanitarian agencies to support coordination efforts and maintain operational effectiveness.
  • Successfully led operational deployments in high-risk areas, maintaining control and ensuring the safety of local civilians while fostering peace and security in a post-conflict environment.
  • Instrumental in facilitating the peaceful transition to independence for East Timor, contributing to the United Nations’ mission and earning recognition for professionalism and commitment.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership in dynamic environments, ensuring platoon cohesion and performance despite challenging conditions, earning commendations for effective command.
  • Executed complex peacekeeping operations involving interagency collaboration, coordinating efforts between Australian forces, United Nations agencies, and East Timorese authorities to enhance local governance and stability.
  • Developed key operational strategies that were later incorporated into broader peacekeeping doctrine, contributing to the long-term success of peacekeeping missions in post-conflict regions.

Education

Master of Commerce -

Melbourne University

Bachelor of Business - International Trade

Victoria University

Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Finance

Securities Institute of Australia

Postgraduate Diploma - Property Valuations

Melbourne University

Skills

  • Expertise in managing projects from feasibility through to delivery across residential, retirement, & aged care sectors
  • Founded and scaled a construction business, establishing all major operational, financial, and sales systems
  • Extensive experience procuring sites, negotiating JV agreements, and managing key developer partnerships
  • Deep knowledge of construction systems, site management, programming tools, procurement and compliance
  • Skilled in navigating planning approvals, design coordination, and civil infrastructure rollouts
  • Strong capability in financial reporting, cash flow management, feasibility analysis, and project funding
  • High-level interaction with institutional clients, government bodies, and community stakeholders
  • Managed multidisciplinary teams across development, construction, design, and sales
  • Led the creation of new housing ranges, including compliance with various planning overlays
  • Diverse background spanning private development, corporate roles, start-ups, military leadership, and finance
  • Leader of organisational and systems transformation initiatives, including implementation of new technologies and operational processes

Certification

  • Victoria Building Authority - Domestic Building Licence (Unlimited)
  • Australian Prioperty Institute - CPV (Provisional Membership)

Accomplishments

  • Successfully led large-scale residential and aged care projects in Melbourne, overseeing a portfolio worth $450 million.
  • Delivered complex civil infrastructure, town planning approvals, and full-spectrum construction management while aligning with commercial objectives and regulatory frameworks.
  • Managed multimillion-dollar project funding, ensuring alignment of capital deployment with project milestones through detailed cash flow models, financial forecasting, and stakeholder reporting. Enabled effective project financing and strategic capital allocation.
  • Founded and grew a residential construction business, establishing efficient design systems, sales channels, and operational processes. Secured over $20 million in sales within the first three years, leading successful delivery of architecturally efficient townhouse and medium-density housing projects.
  • Spearheaded the structuring and negotiation of complex joint venture agreements, notably delivering mixed-use and large-scale residential developments with institutional and private partners, driving significant revenue and project growth.
  • Led strategic land sourcing and acquisition initiatives for a leading Australian builder, securing high-value development opportunities across multiple states. Successfully contributed to a $120 million+ annual construction program.
  • Led national initiatives to harmonize construction systems, improve scheduling software integration, and implement procurement strategies across divisions.
  • Commanded a platoon during peacekeeping operations in East Timor, contributing to the United Nations’ mission and playing a pivotal role in the successful transition to independence. Recognized for exemplary leadership under challenging conditions.

Awards

Rural Finance Victoria Scholarship Recipient, Australian Active Service Medal, Infantry Combat Badge (ICB)

Affiliations

  • Victoria Building Authority - Domestic Building Licence (Unlimited)
  • Australian Prioperty Institute - CPV (Provisional Membership)

Timeline

Senior Development Manager

Summerset Villages
08.2022 - 04.2025

Director | Development Director

Miller Atkins
10.2017 - 08.2022

Senior Development Manager

Metricon Homes
10.2012 - 10.2017

National Building Development Manager

Metricon Homes
09.2008 - 09.2012

Development Manager

Becton Property Group
08.2005 - 08.2008

Trader

Candlestick Trading
06.2003 - 06.2005

Treasury Analyst

ExxonMobil Australia
01.2001 - 06.2003

Infantry Officer

Australian Army
11.1998 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Business - International Trade

Victoria University

Postgraduate Diploma - Applied Finance

Securities Institute of Australia

Postgraduate Diploma - Property Valuations

Melbourne University

Master of Commerce -

Melbourne University

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