Chris Hood
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Results-driven project leader with a proven ability to manage complex initiatives, delivering $50M in savings through strategic negotiations for the Department of Defence. Renowned for innovative solutions and strong project governance, consistently exceeding strategic and compliance benchmarks at Frontline Projects Australia. Skilled in strategic planning for Defence precinct development, providing expert analysis on platform requirements and location suitability to bolster operational capabilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
FRONTLINE PROJECTS AUSTRALIA
Brisbane, Qld
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Frontline Projects Australia is a certified veteran-owned construction company that applies military precision and values to deliver exceptional design and build services for Australia's defence and infrastructure sectors.
- Monitored projects to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Prepared concise reports detailing progress for client and team delivery.
- Ensured successful completion of EST09269 HMAS Moreton Wharf Repair while mitigating timeline and budget impacts from scope adjustments.
- Crafted successful proposals aligning with Defence acquisition standards and minimising capability disruption.
Assistant Project Manager
BASELINE PROJECTS
, Australia
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Company Overview: Head Contractor delivering Defence and Government projects across SE Queensland, enhancing strategic capability
- Manage government-funded projects, including Victoria Barracks Brisbane ($2.3M), Redcliffe Library Refurbishment ($1.4M), and Dakabin State High School Refurbishment ($900K)
- Oversee contractor and financial management, variation management, and reporting using ProCore and HammerTech software
- Collaborate with stakeholders to align projects with budget and strategic objectives
- Key Achievements:
- Delivered Coolum State School Refurbishment ($460K) on budget, coordinating specialist contractors in a live environment
- Managed EST08388 Gallipoli Barracks Fencing Repair ($920K), navigating scope changes and environmental constraints
- Led EST07738 Gallipoli Barracks HQ 6 Brigade Project ($2.1M), reducing lead times through trade negotiations
- Oversaw EST08266 RAAF Amberley C17 Maintenance ($770K), minimizing Defence disruptions via strategic staging
- Awarded Company Value Champion (2022) for enhancing stakeholder communication and client confidence
- Head Contractor delivering Defence and Government projects across SE Queensland, enhancing strategic capability
Strategic Planning and Analysis
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
, Australia
10.2011 - 09.2022
- Company Overview: SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
- Engaged in strategic planning for Defence precinct development, providing expert analysis on future platform requirements, location suitability, and force element relocations to enhance strategic capabilities
- Contributed to high-level decision-making by evaluating and recommending optimal solutions for Defence infrastructure and operational needs
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align precinct development with Defence objectives
- SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
Assistant Director, Estate Management & Planning
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
, Australia
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Company Overview: SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
- Led infrastructure projects across South Queensland’s Defence Estate, ensuring strategic alignment
- Ensured compliance with legislative and Defence policy frameworks
- Offered strategic guidance to mitigate potential challenges for management teams.
- Engaged with policymakers to shape high-level strategic decisions.
- SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
Zone Operations & Coordination Manager
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
, Australia
11.2018 - 10.2019
- Company Overview: SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
- Directed operational planning and resource allocation across three states
- Coordinated responses to Ministerial, FOI, and media inquiries
- Supported Townsville flood recovery, streamlining processes to restore operations
- SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
Assistant Base Manager, RAAF Amberley
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
, Australia
10.2015 - 11.2018
- Company Overview: SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
- Led security, emergency management, and facilities maintenance at Australia’s largest base
- Oversaw $1.3B in concurrent projects, ensuring capability compliance
- Delivered $50M in savings through contractor negotiations and resource optimization
- Acted as Defence liaison during PFAS contamination investigations
- SEG supports Defence capability with a $3B budget, managing $62B in assets across 3M hectares and 25,000 buildings
Education
GCSE - English Language
Ludlow College
01.1987
HSC - 11 Subjects
01.1985
Gifted & Talented Selection -
Belmont Senior High School
01.1983
Skills
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Project Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Regulatory compliance
- Innovative Solution Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Governance
- WHS & Risk Management
Certification
- HammerTech White Card Holder
- Asbestos Awareness
- Advanced First Aid
- Fire Warden
- Negative Level 1 Security Clearance
- Defence Common Access Card
References
- Regan Kidd, Qld State Director, Baseline Projects, 0420 441 676, regankidd@baselineprojects.com.au
- Peter Raw, Previous Supervisor, Department of Defence, 0448 365 997, peter.raw2@defence.gov.au
Qualifications And Training
- People Matters, Australian Institute of Management, 01/01/21
- Leadership Coaching, People Smartz, 01/01/21
- High Performance Team Leader, Gallop, 01/01/20
- Ministerial Writing, Department of Defence, 01/01/17
- The Leader as Coach, Cinergy, 01/01/16
- Design, Manage & Evaluate Emergency Mgt Exercises, EIMS, 01/01/14
- Cert IV Workplace Training & Assessing, University of New England, 01/01/04
- Project Manager (Core Tools), Procore, 01/01/22
Accomplishments
• Managed Government stimulus-generated additional works during COVID-19 invigorating local SMEs. Resulted in new businesses achieving new Defence relationships whilst providing support to Defence and sustaining operations and maintaining their viability.
• Provided guidance and support through managing our contracted response to South Queensland Bushfire Response, coordinating contractors, funding and stakeholders within 48hrs of Prime Minister’s weekend statement of intent.
• Led the state-wide review of the Directorate’s business management plan, developed a program ensuring effective management of Defence estate, supporting staff, ensuring standardisation of deliverables. Developed a Knowledge and Skills Plan to meet Defence requirements providing staff with tailored skills and training packages.
Timeline
Project Manager
FRONTLINE PROJECTS AUSTRALIA
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Project Manager
BASELINE PROJECTS
05.2022 - 09.2024
Assistant Director, Estate Management & Planning
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
10.2019 - 05.2022
Zone Operations & Coordination Manager
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
11.2018 - 10.2019
Assistant Base Manager, RAAF Amberley
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
10.2015 - 11.2018
Strategic Planning and Analysis
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
10.2011 - 09.2022
GCSE - English Language
Ludlow College
HSC - 11 Subjects
Gifted & Talented Selection -
Belmont Senior High School
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