Mark Dobbs

• Oversaw project execution for building a large-scale water storage unit in Rizal.
• Implemented strategies to mitigate flooding in eastern Manilla by end of 2025.
• Oversaw the creation of a 5MW wind farm, and 5MW solar farm with BESS as part of the project scope.
• Handled complex engineering tasks across various specialties such as roads, bridges and geotechnical projects.
• Executed a challenging project using engineering proficiency and risk analysis for successful involvement of public and private sector partners.

Engaged crucial stakeholders to promote community projects.

• Supervised development of carbon credits in collaboration with ESG Unit.
• Coordinated progression of Environmental Approvals and Management Plans in compliance with standards.
• Managed relationships involved in cultural heritage plans.
• Established a new PMO and implemented procurement and performance plans.
• Strengthened organizational framework by facilitating PMO involvement for long-term business impact.
• Provided development opportunities through effective mentoring and strategic training.
• Coordinated with government agencies regarding interfaces between hydroelectric, solar and wind power inputs.
• Handled $2.5B (US) capital budget with a focus on integrated scheduling, risk milestones, and detailed reporting.
• Led Commercial Leadership team to establish operational agreements for water treatment dam projects.
• Developed stage capital investment stages aligning with strategic direction of Water and Power Business Units.
• Utilized regular interpersonal communication and community engagement to elevate feedback effectiveness.
• Handled claims and variances following procurement guidelines.
• Streamlined processes, lowering expenses and enhancing quality with targeted procurement.

Contributed to decision-making processes within Project Steering Committees.

• Directed business development efforts by forming strategic industry alliances.
• Spearheaded the coordination of critical resources throughout all stages, culminating in successful project delivery.
• Consistently applied robust planning and delivery methods.
• Directed the strategic execution of Metro Minerals Manganese endeavor in Western Australia.
• Oversaw end-to-end feasibility study ensuring optimal integration of transport infrastructure.
• Analyzed capital planning outcomes for optimized financial performance.
• Oversaw procurement and contract management processes, ensuring efficient operations and compliance.
• Led scoping, approvals, planning, scheduling, integration risk milestones and estimates.
• Coordinated accommodation setup, on site airstrip construction, rail development, and operations.

• Ensured deliverables were scoped effectively through Agile, Prince 2, or PMBOK methodologies.
• Oversaw Legacy Wall Milton Portal project management.
• Engaged in major initiative with Meridian Energy (Mt Mercer Wind Farm) during period of 2014 to 2016.
• Contributed to essential initiatives in transport and power sectors.
• Directed project feasibility studies and preliminary development for Meridian Energy's Mt Mercer Wind Farm in Ballarat.
• Concluded the development phase on schedule in June 2016.
• Devised a detailed scope document and client project brief for seamless communication and execution.
• Coordinated strategic efforts related to regulatory compliance and retail partnerships.
• Compiled comprehensive reports, reviews, and monthly updates.
• Executed comprehensive strategies for feasibility studies and consultations.
• Executed crucial functions for successful initial and ongoing collaboration with communications team during development.
• Fostered trust by promoting open communication and cooperation.
• Coordinated market sounding and logistics partnerships for efficient operations.
• Executed proactive risk management strategies, avoiding delays and minimizing expenses.
• Ensured integration of all functions through regular review of schedule, budget, and risk.

• Oversaw development feasibility and implementation of various capital and operational projects across Australia
• Created efficient structure for overseeing company developments and vendor panel negotiations.
• Drafted a long-term strategic roadmap for Aurizon Network spanning two decades.
• Implemented an investment strategy incorporating both greenfield and brownfield projects involving QCA, regulated clients, board members, and private operators.
• Served as sponsor liaison throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Facilitated ongoing model improvements.

• Oversaw establishment of streamlined processes for major project management.
• Strengthened the standards of competence and governance tied to scheduling, design integration processes including estimation, risk assessment and option analysis.
• Guided investment committee approvals while ensuring accurate delivery of strategic objectives and stakeholder needs.
• Delivered comprehensive restructuring, resulting in reduced capital expenditure.
• Facilitated connection with local community, businesses, stakeholders, and landowners by relocating to Mackay.
• Directed strategic planning and selection of three key alliances and consultants.
• Successfully developed a valid business case and reduced risk by 15%.
• Led commercial and funding strategies for internal and external stakeholders.
• Progressed Environmental Impact Statement through leading preliminary discussions with Department of State Development.
• Oversaw formulation of strategic project plans.
• Implemented effective strategies for resource allocation.
• Identified crucial risks and compiled essential lessons learned.
• Identified opportunities for improvement within PMO and vital documentation.
• Managed long-term agreements in preconstruction phase.
• Facilitated early stage Cultural Heritage and Native Title Engagement with claimants.
• Managed landowner engagements effectively.
• Established partnerships with local suppliers through procurement agreements.
• Executed in-depth Risk Management strategies incorporating LEAN to establish Alliance Agreements.
• Implemented design reworks and risk-sharing strategies to improve quality, save time, and reduce claims.
• Facilitated efficient results via teamwork and open communication.
• Oversaw procedural management aligning with Queensland Competition Authority regulations.
• Organized quarterly sessions for the Steering Committee and investment evaluations.
• Oversaw weekly updates including progress reviews, forecasting assessments and risk management.
• Conducted business case briefings and final presentations to customers.
• Directed power studies review and negotiations with NEM, Powerlink and Ergon for services, agreements, and network planning.
• Coordinated project delivery through onsite collaboration with Alliance Manager and Aurizon key team.
• Managed large-scale infrastructure projects including new bridges, drainage systems, and thoroughfares over expansive distances.

• Managed project for upgrading Mt Isa line axle load longevity considering black soil conditions.
• Implemented maintenance strategies for infrastructure improvements.
• Oversaw lifecycle development of projects for Major Projects group.
• Facilitated comprehensive engagement sessions for business cases.

• Managed London Highways Agency Road network contract.
• Involved as design and stakeholder interface with the King Cross and St Pancreas Station Eurostar Land and Rail Project under ARUP.
• Involved with successful development, submission and negotiation of the M25 road loop duplication with the Highways Agency

• Began work as engineer overseeing various construction and maintenance projects.
• Coordinated and supervised activities for duplicating roads and building bridges at Oprapah Creek.
• Executed maintenance and upgrades for Jindalee Bikeway.
• Facilitated upkeep tasks for the Southeast Freeway.
• Led efforts for the Maleny Stanley River Road enhancement.
• Led Sandgate Road duplication initiative and Northumbria's Zillerman Water Hole duplication project.
• Completed diverse road construction projects.
• Collaborated on Woolloongabba Busway drainage system enhancements.
• Managed infrastructure development of service routes between Logan and Nerang on the M1 for Roadteck.
• Oversaw expansion bridge project from Eight Mile Plains to Logan.