Charles Wheeler

Vice President Development

Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia

About

Experienced Construction & Development Executive with a proven track record in delivering class leading projects across health, retail, commercial and residential sectors. A strategic leader, I thrive in dynamic environments, driving efficiencies, optimizing processes, and delivering strong commercial outcomes. My expertise spans site acquisitions, construction and development management, contract negotiations, and asset management. With hands-on experience managing international teams across the UAE, USA, and Europe, I bring a global perspective to property development and business growth. Beyond project execution, I am passionate about team development and organizational restructuring, fostering high-performing teams that adapt to evolving market demands. My leadership style emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and accountability, ensuring that both business objectives and stakeholder expectations are met.

Experience

  • Vice President of Development at GenesisCare
    Dec 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 7 mos

    Leading a team of development & construction professionals across Australia, USA, UK & Spain. Genesis care are the largest provider of private cancer care & oncology services & have over 440 oncology, cardiology and sleep medicine centers across the regions & continue to grow. Responsible for Network development, site acquisitions, capital project delivery, feasibility & strategic initiatives.

  • State Construction Manager QLD at Woolworths Group
    Oct 2018 - Nov 2022 · 4 yrs 2 mos

    Responsible for the state Capital works program for Australia's largest supermarket retailer, full P & L management, leading teams covering estimation, feasibility & project management to successfully deliver New and refurbishment programs to budget. Passionate advocate for supporting growth of females in the industry.

  • General Manager - Construction, Facilties & Design at Retail Food Group
    Dec 2014 - Oct 2018 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    Responsible for the RFG brands & capital project delivery covering Australia, UK, UAE & Asia, from inception to completion. Capital works, design, Facilities maintenance & Property management. In Depth focus on cost reductions through design & commercial planning to ensure effective delivery. Leading a team of Projects managers, project co-ordinator's, designers, and maintenance personnel.

  • Board Of Directors at Habitat for Humanity
    Nov 2016 - Sep 2017 · 11 mos

    Non for profit - Charity

  • Business Operations Manager - contract role at Brosco Enterprises
    May 2014 - Dec 2014 · 8 mos

    Engineering & fabrication of high pressure vessels & piping to the resource industry - Contract role