Robert Fields

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Executive Director MBB Group @ MBB Group
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Greater Sydney Area, Australia, Australia
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About Robert Fields

Executive, Business Leader + Corporate AdvisorI have significant expertise and a strong track record of successfully leading growth, diversification, commercial turnaround, restructuring for growth and profitability, M&A, business optimisation and organizational and cultural transformation for international consultancy and advisory businesses operating in the Australian and APAC markets under listed, private equity and private ownership models.Industry Leader, Commercial Strategist + Infrastructure AdvisorMy aim is improving the performance of major public and private sector economic and built environment infrastructure and asset intensive businesses through expertise and strength in research, application and integration of recognized best practice management and commercial thinking combined with practical and realistic solutions that add significant commercial value and mitigate risk across client owner infrastructure portfolios, programs and projects. With 25 years of local and international experience I lead business development and strategy, client relationship management and provision of strategic advice to Government, multinational and private sector executives and leaders focusing on transport, energy, utilities, resources and the built environment.

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Robert Fields Work Experience Details
  • Mbb Group
    Executive Director
    Mbb Group Jul 2023 - Present
    Sydney, Nsw, Au
    An Executive Director and member of the Executive Leadership Team with MBB Group, a leading independent consultancy firm providing program, project, commercial, procurement, transaction and delivery services across major transport, water, defense and energy infrastructure and the built environment. We provide expert advice to both Government and private sector clients under all contracting and delivery models (collaborative, traditional and privately financed) for the full project lifecycle (strategy, development, delivery and operations).Key Projects and ClientsEnergy Co (NSW)DECCA / VicGrid (VIC)TasNetworks (TAS)Sydney Water (NSW)Port of Melbourne (VIC)AEMO (VIC)
  • Mace
    Managing Director Anz
    Mace Jan 2021 - Jul 2023
    London, Gb
    Managing Director Australia New Zealand for Mace Group, a global infrastructure and built environment program and project manager and integrator, constructor, developer and asset operator headquartered in the UK. A member of the senior leadership team for Mace's International Consult business and global operations focusing on growth across the business advisory, program and project management and cost and commercial service lines. A member of the APAC Board and executive, I’m leading Mace’s growth into major economic infrastructure and strategic advisory across the international business and APAC Region.Key Projects and Clients:Operational Readiness and Market Review (Capital Works Portfolio and Major Projects) - review lead (MTR CWBU, HK)Service Delivery Function Organizational Review - review lead (Urban Utilities)NWTH Growth Program NEC4 Alliance - transaction leader (Sydney Water)Corporate commercial and tendering standardization initiatives - senior strategic advisor (Sydney Metro)ATMS Program implementation - senior commercial advisor (ARTC)Digital Integrator for MMC and Kit of Parts- senior advisor (SINSW)2050 Port Development Strategy Market Engagement and Delivery Strategy - commercial lead (Port of Melbourne)Intermediate Level Nuclear Waste Storage Facility D&C transaction - senior advisor (ANSTO) Gateway Assurance Reviews (Gates 1-4) for VIC DoT on Warrnambool Line Upgrade Stage 2, Next Generation Trams and Tram Network Reform Program - review team member (VIC DTF)Joint Infrastructure Procurement Reform - Expert Panel Member and senior strategic advisor (NSW Treasury and VIC DTF)
  • Rps Australia Asia Pacific
    Executive General Manager - Advisory - Australia Asia Pacific
    Rps Australia Asia Pacific Oct 2018 - Dec 2020
    Abingdon, England, Gb
    Executive General Manager Australia Asia Pacific for RPS’s Advisory business focusing on Commercial and Delivery.RPS Advisory is a leading provider of commercial, technical and complex procurement transaction advisory services to infrastructure clients across Australasia. Member of the AAP Executive Leadership Team and Global Leadership Group for RPS, a global advisory and consulting firm listed on the London Stock Exchange.Key Projects and Clients:Joint Infrastructure Procurement Reform - Expert Panel Member (NSW Treasury and VIC DTF)Port Botany and Cabramatta Loop - Procurement Transactions (ARTC)Portfolio Delivery Management Partner - Procurement Transaction (WaterNSW)Sydney Metro West and Western Sydney Airport - Market Engagement, Delivery Strategy and Private Sector Investment (Sydney Metro)Sydney Metro Southwest - Procurement Transactions (Sydney Metro)Cruise Capacity Upgrade Project - Detailed Business Case Commercial Lead (Port Authority NSW)UN Haus Project - PPP Feasibility and Options Analysis (United Nations)
  • Rps Australia Asia Pacific
    National Discipline Leader - Project Strategy + Evaluation - Australia Asia Pacific
    Rps Australia Asia Pacific Jan 2018 - Oct 2018
    Abingdon, England, Gb
    National Discipline Leader for RPS' Australia Asia Pacific's Project Strategy and Evaluation Business and member of the RPS Australia Asia Pacific Project Approvals and Communications Business Executive Team.RPS’ Project Strategy and Evaluation business provides leading advice in strategy development and integration to support decisions for portfolio, program and project investments and guide their delivery. We work closely with public and private sector clients to provide practical solutions that can be integrated into BAU operations; developed and delivered by a team who possess hands-on experience in the development, procurement, delivery and maintenance of property and infrastructure assets and businesses. In addition, we innovate through our knowledge of global P3M and commercial and financial best practice, to bring fresh thinking and approaches.
  • Sydney Metro
    Director Commercial - Sydney Metro
    Sydney Metro Feb 2018 - Mar 2019
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    Director Commercial for the Sydney Metro Program (seconded), Australia's largest public transport infrastructure project. Responsible for providing strategic advice to the Program Executive and Northwest, City and Southwest and West project leadership on business reform, investment initiatives and commercial strategy, assurance and optimization. This role covers advice across the project development, procurement, delivery and operational phases in the areas of commercial, contract, finance, risk, audit and assurance, property development, precinct activation and commercialization / investment opportunities across the program.In addition, leading establishment of the new Finance and Investment capability for Sydney Metro's transformation to a new enduring stand alone entity (as a statutory authority) and annual business planning for the current commercial, finance, risk, audit and assurance functions.
  • Hka
    Director, Advisory (Infrastructure, Project Advisory + Leadership)
    Hka Apr 2017 - Dec 2017
    London, England, Gb
    Director and Business Lead for HKA's (formerly McLachlan Lister) NSW Advisory business providing strategic oversight for operations in VIC, TAS, SA and QLD. Member of HKA's National management team. Responsible for business development, key client relationship management, leading project teams and providing strategic advice to Government, multinational and private sector executives and senior management focusing on transport, energy, water, natural resources, urban renewal and property infrastructure and businesses.Key Projects and Clients:Sydney Metro West Project - Industry Engagement and Commercial Strategy (TfNSW)Smart Motorways Strategic Assessment - Commercial and Procurement Strategy and Project Definition and Planning (TfNSW RMS)Procurement Program - Procurement and Contract Strategy and Transaction Advisory (TasWater)
  • Hka
    Director, Management Consulting, Project Delivery And Commercial Advisory
    Hka Aug 2014 - Mar 2017
    London, England, Gb
    Director and Business Lead for McLachlan Lister's (Hill International) - now HKA’s -Management Consulting, Project Delivery and Commercial Advisory operation in Victoria, Australia and member of the national management team. Responsible for leading strategic portfolio, program, project and business planning, development, management and commercial advice to Government, multinational and private infrastructure clients spanning the transport, energy, water, mining, urban renewal and property sectors.Key Projects and Clients:PRIT Light Rail Project - Delivery, Packaging and Procurement Strategy (TfNSW)CRM & ERP IT Implementation Services Partner - Procurement Transaction (Sydney Water)Parramatta Light Rail Project - Client Delivery Strategy (TfNSW)Easing Sydney's Congestion Program - PMO Mobilisation, Procurement Framework and Project Delivery Framework (TfNSW RMS)Easing Sydney's Congestion Program - McLL Lead on Consultant Partner Bid (AECOM McLL JV)High Capacity Metro Trains PPP - Bid Advisory (Bombardier Transportation & Macquarie Capital)LSCT Program Delivery Partner - Procurement Transaction (Sydney Water)Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management & Supplier Relationship Management Transformation - Strategic Capability & Framework Review (Essential Energy)Contract Management Framework and System (Northern Sydney ROC Waste Services Alliance)Asset Management Transformation Program - PMO Mobilisation and Program Definition (TfNSW RMS)
  • Inver Engineering
    Project Director
    Inver Engineering Jul 2012 - Feb 2014
    Altona, Victoria, Au
    Client Project Director for development of a large scale, purpose built, multi-disciplined rail/rolling stock maintenance and general engineering facility in western Melbourne. Lead the business case development, for procuring project finance, strategic and statutory planning and regulatory approvals process for the project which proceeded to development and oversaw D&C delivery on time within the client’s rigid budget constraints through to handover.
  • Minasco Australia
    Director, Commercial And Project Engineering
    Minasco Australia Jul 2004 - Jul 2012
    Director of a consulting firm providing strategic commercial and project management services to the global mining industry for major project and process infrastructure and equipment assets. Consulting services incorporated business strategy development and advisory, feasibility studies and strategic reviews and strategic planning, procurement and project management for mineral process plant and mine infrastructure development, mine closure programs and associated program and project logistics across client projects worldwide.Responsible for strategy development, feasibility studies, strategic reviews, market sounding and industry engagement programs, negotiation and deal execution, transaction management, procurement processes and commercial, project and engineering management across a portfolio of company consulting appointments. Preparing, negotiating, administering and advising on all forms of procurement, construction and commercial sale and supply and logistics contracts with mining companies, engineering contractors, consultants, logistics providers and industry suppliers on behalf of public and private sector clients. Also tender and bid management, financial management and reporting, claims, variations and dispute resolution.Key Projects and Clients:Kemess Mine Closure Strategy, Feasibility Study and Transaction, Canada (AuRico)Kori Kollo Mine Transaction, Bolivia (Newmont)Thyssen Krupp Polysius Equipment Transaction, Australia (Moly Mines / Thyssen Krupp Polysius)Outotec Equipment Transaction, Australia (Crocodile Gold / Outotec)OK Tedi Mine Closure Strategy and Feasibility Study PNG (OTML)Hidden Valley Asset Transaction, PNG (Harmony)Benambra Mine Rehabilitation and Transaction VIC (DPI)Kelian Mine Closure Strategy and Transaction, Indonesia (Rio Tinto)Misima Mine Closure Strategy and Transaction, PNG (Barrick)
  • Radius Commercial Property Development
    Development Manager
    Radius Commercial Property Development Jul 2007 - Jun 2012
    Part time consulting role for a boutique commercial property portfolio responsible for initiation, planning, development and delivery of property development opportunities. Acted as the client's representative for statutory planning and approvals, project design and construction, facilities maintenance and commercial leasing.
  • Regional Fast Rail Project - Victorian Department Of Infrastructure
    Project Manager
    Regional Fast Rail Project - Victorian Department Of Infrastructure Dec 2002 - Jun 2004
    Manager of a project team and external specialist consultants on a multi-billion dollar D&C infrastructure contract. Leader of the change management process to existing rail safety accreditation with head contractors and project stakeholders for upgraded track, new signalling infrastructure and higher operating speeds. Managed complex contractual and stakeholder interfaces incorporating government departments, public and private rail operators, construction contractors, unions and the community. Developed a risk management framework to ensure the safety of rail operations and protection of each public and private rail operator’s commercial interests during project delivery and for future operations.
  • Skanska Uk (Cementation) - Channel Tunnel Rail Link Project
    Section Manager - Stratford Box
    Skanska Uk (Cementation) - Channel Tunnel Rail Link Project Oct 2001 - Oct 2002
    Stockholm, Se
    Managed a large team of engineers and site operatives for large scale multidisciplinary foundation and civil construction works on a major infrastructure alliance contract. Overall responsibility for management and coordination of all site construction operations (scheduling, procurement, construction and HSEQ) and liaison with project client and stakeholders.
  • Various Construction Companies And Projects
    Senior Site Engineer (Contract)
    Various Construction Companies And Projects May 1999 - Jun 2001
    Engaged by major UK contractors including; John Sisk & Son Ltd – High Rise Building Refurbishment; Mowlem PLC – Education and Commercial Building; Wates Construction – Prison Refurbishment; Keltbray Construction – High Rise Basement and Foundations.Managed site construction operations with responsibility for site supervision (site engineers, multiple subcontractors, plant and direct labour), coordination and scheduling of works and construction set-out surveying.
  • Ainley Engineering Consultants
    Structural And Civil Design Engineer
    Ainley Engineering Consultants Nov 1997 - Dec 1998
    Responsible for structural and civil analysis, design, detailing and documentation on commercial and industrial building and land development projects. Managed drafting staff and liaised with clients, building surveyors and site contractors on design matters.
  • Melbourne City Link Project - Transfield Obayashi Jv
    Site Engineer
    Melbourne City Link Project - Transfield Obayashi Jv Jul 1996 - May 1997
    Site Engineer across Traffic Management, Land Acquisition, Environmental, Service Relocations and Southbank Interchange for the project.

Robert Fields Skills

Project Planning Procurement Project Management Contract Management Construction Project Delivery Change Management Project Engineering Commercial Management Strategy Construction Management Project Finance Feasibility Studies Stakeholder Management Business Strategy Business Planning Management Consulting Infrastructure Mining Business Development Risk Management Civil Engineering Construction Law Marketing Sales Logistics Valuation Program Management Business Transformation Rail Transport Strategic Planning Consulting Business Process Improvement Supply Chain Management Supply Chain Optimization Strategic Sourcing Investment Advisory Creative Problem Solving Team Leadership Engineering Management Contract Negotiation Leadership Problem Solving Dispute Resolution Management Negotiation Procurement Contracts Oh&s Transaction Management Regulatory Requirements Engineering Proposal Writing Project Coordination Quality Assurance

Robert Fields Education Details

  • University Of Melbourne
    University Of Melbourne
    Commercial Law
  • Cambridge Judge Business School
    Cambridge Judge Business School
    Business Administration And Management
  • Swinburne University Of Technology
    Swinburne University Of Technology
    Civil Engineering
  • University Of Melbourne
    University Of Melbourne
    Law
  • Monash University
    Monash University
    Mining And Mineral Engineering
  • Assumption College
    Assumption College
    Vce

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Robert Fields attended University Of Melbourne, Cambridge Judge Business School, Swinburne University Of Technology, University Of Melbourne, Monash University, Assumption College.

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