Mark Adams
Lysterfield,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Business Development Manager with extensive experience at GHD Engineering, excelling in strategic procurement and contract lifecycle management. Proven track record in international project delivery and client relations, driving significant business growth. Adept at leveraging engineering aptitude and stakeholder leadership to enhance operational efficiency and achieve project objectives.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Manager - Australia
Blue Sky Energy BSE I Baudoin Power Generation I EPG/MAG
08.2025 - Current
- This is a new opportunity, which these products will be introduced into the Australian and New Markets in 2025
Contracts & Procurement Manager
GHD Engineering
Melbourne, Australia
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Contracts Management I Procurement I Tender Management I Supplier Management I Sourcing Strategies I Business Opportunities
- Melbourne, VIC
Business Development Manager
Simem Concrete Solutions Australia
Melbourne, Australia
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Sales & Marketing I Business Development I Project Management I Technical & Service Management I Procurement I Quality Management I Client Management.
- Melbourne, VIC
Contracts & Procurement Specialist
BHP
Olympic Dam, Australia
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Contract Management I Procurement Management I Sourcing Strategies I Tenders and Bids I Cost and Budgeting Strategies
- Olympic Dam, SA
Business Development Consultant (Own Company)
PPI Australia
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Supported market entry for overseas companies in renewables, transport & mining sectors.
Team Leader / Fabrication Supervisor
FLSmidth
China
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Fabrication and Delivery of Materials Handling Equipment (2) Stackers and (1) Reclaimer I Supervision of the steel's fabrication and erection delivery of the project I Expediting, fabrication, drawings, engineering, changes, quality, and delivery. I Materials management of all material and equipment inwards and outwards I Project Delivery
- China (Koodaideri Project - Rio Tinto)
Projects Consultant
Energy Power Systems (Caterpillar)
Melbourne, Australia
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Contract Framework agreements I Service Agreements I Supplier and Contractors management and review I Sourcing Strategies I Tenders and Bidding process and improvements I Cost and Budgeting Strategies
- Melbourne
Business Improvement Consultant
Water Corporation / Aroona Alliance
Perth, Australia
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Contract Framework agreements, Service Agreements I Supplier and Contractors management and review I Sourcing Strategies I Tenders and Bidding process and improvements I Cost and Budgeting Strategies I Quality Management
- Perth, WA
Business Improvement Consultant
Snowy Hydro
Cooma, Australia
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Contract Framework agreements I Service Agreements I Supplier and Contractors management and review I Tenders and Bidding process and improvements I Cost and Budgeting Strategies I Urgent Requirements
- Cooma, NSW
Shutdown Materials & Procurement Coordinator
BHP
Olympic Dam, Australia
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Handled urgent procurement, logistics, and contractor support during a plant shutdown at Olympic Dam.
- Olympic Dam, SA
Contracts & Procurement Manager
Rio Tinto - Oyu Tolgoi
Oyu Tolgoi, Mongolia
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Contract Management of major project subcontractors I Tender Development Process, review, and execution I Development of new contracts and execution of existing contracts I Procurement (supply chain) of Products and Services, local and overseas I Systems and Processes I Close out completed contracts I Management of urgent site requirements.
- Mongolia
Procurement & Contracts Officer
Rio Tinto - Gove
Gove, Australia
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Contract Management of all subcontractors I Tender Development Process, review, and execution I Procurement (supply chain) of Products and Services, local and overseas I Systems and Processes, Implementation, and integration of the SAP system I Transport and Logistics.
- (Capital Works)
Projects & Business Development Manager
Lifese Engineering / Jawdat Contracting JV
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Established joint venture program and focused on business development with major clients I The JV was between Lifese Australia and Jawdat Contract Company in Saudi Arabia I Registration with major suppliers Sabic, Aramco and Maaden Mining
- Saudi/UAE
Site Management and Project Delivery
Santos Energy
Singapore, Singapore
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Management of fabrication of natural gas supply; coordinated fabrication and delivery of compressors and inlet separators I Expediting, fabrication, drawings, engineering, changes, quality, and delivery I Procurement I Transport & Logistics, planning, shipping, documentation, and materials I Reporting (High Level), progress (Delivery to schedule)
- Singapore & Batam
Site Management and Project Delivery
Ausenco Minerals
Brazil/Peru
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Fabrication and Delivery of Sag Mills to Peru in South America I Management and supervision of workshop area, subcontractors, quality inspection I Expediting, fabrication, drawings, engineering, changes, quality, and delivery I Materials management, procurement management, transport & logistics, Reporting (High Level)
- Brazil/Peru
Team Leader / Fabrication Supervisor
Sandvik
Nantong, China
07.2011 - 12.2012
- Fabrication and Delivery of Materials Handling Equipment (2) Stackers and (1) Reclaimer I Supervision of the steel's fabrication and erection delivery of the project I Expediting, fabrication, drawings, engineering, changes, quality, and delivery. I Materials management of all material and equipment inwards and outwards I Project Delivery
- Nantong, China (Cape Lambert CLB-A), Client - RIO Tinto.
Project Site Management & Expeditor
Sandvik
Changwon, South Korea
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Delivered materials handling equipment for NCIG expansion, Expediting, fabrication, drawings, engineering, changes, quality, and delivery. I Materials management of all material and equipment inwards and outwards I Project Delivery
- Changwon, South Korea (Client - NCIG)
Senior Project Manager
Sherritt Mining
09.2008 - 11.2009
- Project Expediting on packages in China, Malaysia and Singapore, Tanks, Pressure Vessels, for delivery to the Ambatovy Project in Madagascar - Nickle Mine.
- China, Malaysia, Singapore
Project Manager / Expeditor
Shedden Uhde
Malaysia
07.2007 - 03.2008
- Managed procurement expediting, logistics, QA, and project delivery.
- Malaysia (Caltex DHTU2)
Senior Expeditor / Project Support
Alcan G3 Project
02.2005 - 03.2007
- Coordinated modular equipment delivery across SE Asia.
- Southeast Asia
Regional Sales & Business Development Manager
PCC
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Focused on O&G clients for valve and pump supply contracts.
- Southeast Asia
Senior Account Manager (OEM Division)
Robert Bosch Australia
, Australia
02.2001 - 12.2003
- Responsibilities included: Key Account Management | Project & Product Management | Commercial Operations - Quotations, Sales, Business Plans, Cost & Budget Management | Strategic Planning & Execution
Project & Sales Manager (Automotive Aftermarket)
Robert Bosch Australia
, Australia
01.1986 - 02.2001
- Responsibilities included: Key Account Management for major clients including: Local Vehicle Manufacturers - Ford, GM Holden, Toyota, Mitsubishi, Nissan | Vehicle Importers - Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Honda | Truck OEMs & OES - Kenworth, Mack | Export Programs - Vehicle security and body computers for Bosch clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia | Project & Product Management across multi-regional programs | Commercial Operations - Quotations, sales, cost management, business plans, and budgeting | Strategic Planning - Development of market strategies and execution plans
Education
Diploma - Sales & Marketing
Swinburne University
Advanced Certificate - Sales Management
Swinburne University
Advanced Certificate - Business Management
Swinburne University
Project Management
Australian Institute of Management
Skills
- Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Commercial & Cost Control Acumen
- Supplier & Vendor Management
- Tender & Bid Process Management
- International Project Delivery
- Business Development & Client Relations
- Engineering & Technical Aptitude
- Systems, ERP, SAP, MS Suite
- Quality & Compliance Oversight
- Stakeholder & Team Leadership
- Logistics, Freight, and Supply Chain
Hobbies and Interests
- Football
- Golf
- Camping
- IT
- Cricket
- Motorsport
- Family activities
Character Strengths
Outgoing and confident with strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent people skills with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work collaboratively or independently. Highly organized with effective time management skills.
Timeline
Business Development Manager - Australia
Blue Sky Energy BSE I Baudoin Power Generation I EPG/MAG
08.2025 - Current
Contracts & Procurement Manager
GHD Engineering
10.2024 - 06.2025
Business Development Manager
Simem Concrete Solutions Australia
05.2023 - 10.2024
Contracts & Procurement Specialist
BHP
05.2022 - 03.2023
Business Development Consultant (Own Company)
PPI Australia
06.2020 - 04.2022
Team Leader / Fabrication Supervisor
FLSmidth
11.2019 - 05.2020
Projects Consultant
Energy Power Systems (Caterpillar)
05.2019 - 11.2019
Business Improvement Consultant
Water Corporation / Aroona Alliance
06.2018 - 01.2019
Business Improvement Consultant
Snowy Hydro
01.2018 - 04.2018
Shutdown Materials & Procurement Coordinator
BHP
08.2017 - 12.2017
Contracts & Procurement Manager
Rio Tinto - Oyu Tolgoi
10.2016 - 05.2017
Procurement & Contracts Officer
Rio Tinto - Gove
05.2015 - 06.2016
Projects & Business Development Manager
Lifese Engineering / Jawdat Contracting JV
08.2014 - 03.2015
Site Management and Project Delivery
Santos Energy
01.2014 - 07.2014
Site Management and Project Delivery
Ausenco Minerals
02.2013 - 05.2013
Team Leader / Fabrication Supervisor
Sandvik
07.2011 - 12.2012
Project Site Management & Expeditor
Sandvik
09.2010 - 07.2011
Senior Project Manager
Sherritt Mining
09.2008 - 11.2009
Project Manager / Expeditor
Shedden Uhde
07.2007 - 03.2008
Senior Expeditor / Project Support
Alcan G3 Project
02.2005 - 03.2007
Regional Sales & Business Development Manager
PCC
01.2004 - 12.2004
Senior Account Manager (OEM Division)
Robert Bosch Australia
02.2001 - 12.2003
Project & Sales Manager (Automotive Aftermarket)
Robert Bosch Australia
01.1986 - 02.2001
Diploma - Sales & Marketing
Swinburne University
Advanced Certificate - Sales Management
Swinburne University
Advanced Certificate - Business Management
Swinburne University
Project Management
Australian Institute of Management