Peter Rakovic

• In my role at PARX Projects and Resources, I have effectively managed and delivered numerous high-value projects exceeding $500 million in the infrastructure and power generation sectors
• Noteworthy recent accomplishments include the successful completion of major shutdown operations at Muja Power Station in Collie, Western Australia.
• Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
• Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.

At Akaysha Energy, I managed and executed complex, large-scale BESS projects, overseeing all phases from initial proposal and siting to permitting, design, interconnection, approval, contracting, and construction.

Key Projects and Responsibilities:

• BESS Project Development in Taiwan: Led the development of Akaysha's first international BESS project, with an estimated value of $150 million and an anticipated completion date in Q4 2024.
• Waratah Super Battery: Directed the early test equipment installation and commissioning for the Waratah Super Battery, the largest battery energy storage facility in the Southern Hemisphere, located in Munmorah, NSW, with a project value of approximately $1 billion.

Summary of Achievements:

• Spearheaded two multimillion-dollar energy projects in New South Wales (NSW) and Taiwan.
• Successfully developed and secured a $150 million BESS project in Taiwan, completing it $6 million under budget.
• Negotiated contracts that resulted in $3 million savings in construction costs.
• Achieved a 4% budget reduction by integrating energy-efficient products and alternative suppliers.
• Oversaw the construction of a pilot BESS plant in NSW, leading to successful installation, commissioning, and training, which included in-house capabilities and resulted in $1.5 million in savings.

At XCER Group, I was instrumental in managing and delivering multiple large-scale projects valued at over $20 million each across the power generation, agriculture, and water treatment sectors. My role encompassed the development of operating systems and procedures, establishment of teams and resources, financial management, and overseeing commissioning and post-contract documentation.

Key Projects and Responsibilities:

• Broiler Production Facilities: Oversaw the design and construction of five state-of-the-art broiler production facilities in regional Victoria, each valued at over $20 million. These facilities, the largest of their kind in Australia, included road construction, 26,000 m² of production space, high-voltage services installation, water treatment plants, and on-site power generation.
• Biogas Plant Facilities: Successfully directed the development and construction of biogas plant facilities in Victoria, overseeing all phases from design to completion. Achieved a 15% reduction in overall project costs through strategic negotiations with architectural, civil, and geotechnical engineers, optimizing resource allocation and expenditure.

Summary of Achievements:

• Large-Scale Project Management: Successfully managed multimillion-dollar industrial, agricultural, and infrastructure projects in Victoria from inception to completion.
• Cost Management: Delivered a $100 million project in Victoria $2 million under budget.
• Cost Reduction: Achieved a 15% reduction in project costs through effective negotiations with architectural, civil, and geotechnical engineers.
• Timely Delivery: Completed a $20 million pilot bio plant in Victoria three months ahead of schedule and $500,000 under budget

In my role as Owner/Founder, I was responsible for the comprehensive planning, direction, supervision, and control of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions related to major industrial and infrastructure projects. I served as the company's key representative, coordinating with EPCM, construction contractors, and vendors to ensure effective project execution. My responsibilities included establishing design criteria, developing conceptual preliminary engineering, conducting constructability reviews, and overseeing final engineering and construction to ensure adherence to established criteria.

Summary of Achievements:

• Company Growth: Successfully grew the company from inception to a multimillion-dollar enterprise within three years, demonstrating exceptional business acumen and strategic vision.
• Project Delivery: Directed and completed numerous multimillion-dollar projects across the renewable energy, infrastructure, and commercial sectors, consistently delivering on time and under budget.
• Operational Excellence: Established and implemented robust design criteria and preliminary engineering standards, conducted thorough constructability reviews, and ensured rigorous compliance with engineering and construction specifications.