Darren Bilsborough

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Managing Director at R&D Certainty, Director Cminus, Value Manager, Founder of Blueprint2, Author @ R&D Certainty
adelaide, south australia, australia
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About Darren Bilsborough

I am the Managing Director of R&D Certainty and have had a long career as a strategic consultant and Director working in the design, construction and advisory professions within the built environment and the commercial property industry. I have also had extensive experience within the R&D space, having been the interim CEO of a Co-operative Research Centre (CRC) bid and a board member, advisor and adjunct professor of both research institutions and CRC’s. I have spent over 20 years at Chairman, Managing Director and Director Level of both Architectural and Engineering companies including board positions with the Green Building Council of Australia and the SA Division Council of the Property Council of Australia. My specific areas of expertise include practice management, design, workplace strategy, engineering, urban governance, infrastructure, precinct planning, placemaking, value management, systems engineering, sustainability and integrated design management. I was honoured to have been nominated in the “Engineer’s Atlas” in Architectural Record as one of the 70 greatest mechanical and structural engineers of all time from around the world. I am fortunate to have been one of only 3 people nominated from Australia on that list, I was also an Adjunct Professor of Sustainability at Curtin University in WA, have worked with former Vice-President of the United States, Al Gore and have been acknowledged as one of the “founding fathers” of the green building movement in Australia. I am also the author of a book entitled "Don't Worry About the Rent: Choosing new office space to boost business performance" which is intended to demystify the language of commercial real estate and building engineering to allow a CEO, COO or decision maker for corporate real estate choices, to be informed and in-charge of negotiations for critical elements to be included in the leasing options for the company. Currently there is no resource available that succinctly articulates the advantages and disadvantages associated with the multitude of options available in the commercial office marketplace.

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R&D Certainty

R&D Certainty

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Managing Director at R&D Certainty, Director Cminus, Value Manager, Founder of Blueprint2, Author
adelaide, south australia, australia
Website:
rdcertainty.com
Employees:
4
Darren Bilsborough Work Experience Details
  • R&D Certainty
    Managing Director
    R&D Certainty Feb 2020 - Present
    We understand R&D, we are not tax advisers. We create certainty for businesses in relation to their entitlement and funding under the RDTI. R&D Certainty is primarily trying to solve the following 3 problems for businesses.1. Uncertainty around a company’s ability to access the RDTI2. Uncertainty around the quantum of the RDTI claim and when cashflow from the claim can be secured3. Risk of non-compliance and associated penalties following an audit of RDTI claims from the… Show more We understand R&D, we are not tax advisers. We create certainty for businesses in relation to their entitlement and funding under the RDTI. R&D Certainty is primarily trying to solve the following 3 problems for businesses.1. Uncertainty around a company’s ability to access the RDTI2. Uncertainty around the quantum of the RDTI claim and when cashflow from the claim can be secured3. Risk of non-compliance and associated penalties following an audit of RDTI claims from the Commonwealth.We do this by setting up R&D plans from the start of a project or the financial year to create Free money from government in support of cashflow certainty and reduce the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties Show less
  • Cminus
    Director
    Cminus Mar 2007 - Present
    Cminus offers services in two areas: Sustainable Places & Sustainable Spaces. The company was incorporated to take advantage of the complimentary skillsets of the directors to offer a unique range of products and services. Cminus capitalises on the commitment, experience and reputation of its team to consistently deliver leading edge outcomes. Sustainable Places offers high level corporate consulting and advice on Value management, business strategy, planning, building projects… Show more Cminus offers services in two areas: Sustainable Places & Sustainable Spaces. The company was incorporated to take advantage of the complimentary skillsets of the directors to offer a unique range of products and services. Cminus capitalises on the commitment, experience and reputation of its team to consistently deliver leading edge outcomes. Sustainable Places offers high level corporate consulting and advice on Value management, business strategy, planning, building projects, governance and policy development within the built environment all focussed on providing a clear pathway forward to competitive advantage for our clients. Sustainable Spaces applies that knowledge and IP to innovative, market leading property developments across all market sectors.Most recently, Cminus have been providing VM advice to developers and contractors seeking to find cost savings or value enhancements on their developments with a specific focus and expertise in the building services engineering trades and their impact on Sustainability and Architectural outcomes. Show less
  • Blueprint Squared
    Founder
    Blueprint Squared Sep 2015 - Present
    Blueprint2 provides Tenant Reps with access to one of the most exciting productivity tools available in the marketplace. Our tenant requirements automatic brief generator has been developed to increase the number of clients a single tenant rep can look after whilst simultaneously providing a superior service in advising tenants on how their next choice of office space could influence the success of their business. We do this by providing Tenant Reps with access to our unique 4 step method for… Show more Blueprint2 provides Tenant Reps with access to one of the most exciting productivity tools available in the marketplace. Our tenant requirements automatic brief generator has been developed to increase the number of clients a single tenant rep can look after whilst simultaneously providing a superior service in advising tenants on how their next choice of office space could influence the success of their business. We do this by providing Tenant Reps with access to our unique 4 step method for matching tenant business drivers to office space that will improve their business’s top line revenue and bottom line profitability.At Blueprint2, we have great belief in a future that can be created through thoughtful evidence based decision making. We are particularly excited by the prospect of assisting Tenant Reps to demonstrate to businesses how their choice of office can positively affect their accelerated growth, attract the best and brightest to their doors, directly contribute to reducing staff turnover and improve workplace productivity to the point that office rental costs are completely offset. Show less
  • Meinhardt Australia
    Building Services Director - Anz
    Meinhardt Australia Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
  • Hames Sharley
    Director And Studio Leader
    Hames Sharley May 2016 - Jan 2019
    Hames Sharley is an award winning practice specialising in architecture, interior design, urban design, planning and landscape architecture. Established in Adelaide in 1975, the practice currently operates offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. (www.hamessharley.com.au)
  • Curtin University Of Technology
    Adjunct Professor Of Sustainability
    Curtin University Of Technology Feb 2009 - Dec 2014
  • Woods Bagot
    Director Of Urban Innovation
    Woods Bagot Apr 2013 - Mar 2014
    Adelaide
    As Woods Bagot’s Director of Urban Innovation, Darren provided strategic advice pertaining to integrated design and systems thinking and its application to solving complex problems and providing pathways for the practical implementation of innovation and great ideas for projects at a city or precinct scale. This was achieved through a combination of applied research, corporate strategy and business case development and the harnessed creativity of a multi-disciplinary design team representing… Show more As Woods Bagot’s Director of Urban Innovation, Darren provided strategic advice pertaining to integrated design and systems thinking and its application to solving complex problems and providing pathways for the practical implementation of innovation and great ideas for projects at a city or precinct scale. This was achieved through a combination of applied research, corporate strategy and business case development and the harnessed creativity of a multi-disciplinary design team representing all aspects of the built environment in support of amenity, liveability, productivity and sustainability within our urban settings. Show less
  • Green Building Council Of Australia
    Director
    Green Building Council Of Australia Sep 2010 - Dec 2013
  • Parsons Brinckerhoff
    Director Of Sustainability
    Parsons Brinckerhoff Sep 2007 - Mar 2011
    Darren was responsible for development of policy and strategy to position PB as the leading consulting firm in the delivery of sustainable infrastructure solutions in the Australasia region. He has been responsible for crafting PB’s Sustainability Principles, Climate Change policy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, has provided leadership for their quest to become Carbon Neutral, has instigated the formation of a climate change business unit within PB, provides leadership for… Show more Darren was responsible for development of policy and strategy to position PB as the leading consulting firm in the delivery of sustainable infrastructure solutions in the Australasia region. He has been responsible for crafting PB’s Sustainability Principles, Climate Change policy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, has provided leadership for their quest to become Carbon Neutral, has instigated the formation of a climate change business unit within PB, provides leadership for each of PB’s regional sustainability champions and has been responsible for developing a consulting, research and educational alliance with Curtin University’s Sustainability Policy Unit (CUSP) headed by Professor Peter Newman. Show less
  • Lincolne Scott
    Joint Managing Director
    Lincolne Scott Jan 2006 - May 2007
    Darren was responsible for all facets of the business, but with a particular focus on the International Operations as Joint Managing Director. By December 2006 Lincolne Scott employed a total of 400 people located in 12 offices across 5 countries with a turnover in excess of $50 Million. Lincolne Scott was merged with international publicly listed UK consulting engineering firm WSP in July of 2007.
  • Lincolne Scott
    South Australian State Director
    Lincolne Scott Jul 1998 - Dec 2005
    In 1998 Darren returned to Australia to manage the Adelaide office of Lincolne Scott, was appointed a Director in 1999 and in 2001 he was appointed to the Group Board. During his time in South Australia the office experienced a resurgence in staff numbers, turnover (and profitability), quality high profile projects and position in the marketplace. The culmination of these efforts was the appointment to City Central Tower 1, Adelaide’s first 5 star rated building and the largest and most… Show more In 1998 Darren returned to Australia to manage the Adelaide office of Lincolne Scott, was appointed a Director in 1999 and in 2001 he was appointed to the Group Board. During his time in South Australia the office experienced a resurgence in staff numbers, turnover (and profitability), quality high profile projects and position in the marketplace. The culmination of these efforts was the appointment to City Central Tower 1, Adelaide’s first 5 star rated building and the largest and most prestigious commercial project undertaken in Adelaide for a considerable period of time. Show less
  • Lincolne Scott
    General Manager Se Asia
    Lincolne Scott Feb 1995 - Jun 1998
    Darren was based in Singapore as Manager South East Asia and then subsequently General Manager for Lincolne Scott Ng Pte Ltd which was the result of a merger between Lincolne Scott and local consulting engineering company Servitech. During this time he was involved in project work across Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam and was responsible for establishing an office in Indonesia.

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New Business Development Sustainability Strategy Innovation Sustainability Business Strategy Green Building Corporate Social Responsibility Carbon Policy Leadership Strategy Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Urban Climate Change Sustainable Development Governance Community Engagement Energy Urban Planning Feasibility Studies Stakeholder Engagement Business Development Project Planning Public Policy Project Management

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