About Us

  • Buladu Mada Pty Ltd is a majority female owned Indigenous Joint Venture, combining the skills and knowledge of FredBuild Pty Ltd and Construction and Project Management Services Pty Ltd (CaPMS).

    We bring together a unique blend of expertise, cultural sensitivity, and a profound understanding of the ecological significance of construction projects.

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    FredBuild Pty Ltd established in 2007, is a Northern Territory proud, owned, and operated construction company delivering commercial, industrial and civil construction projects across the Northern Territory, SE Queensland and Western Australia.

    Construction and Project Management Services Pty Ltd (CaPMS) is a majority female owned, Indigenous Business Enterprise, positioned to service any project across the country. CaPMS hold building (commercial and domestic), plumbing, drainage and gas-fitting licences in Victoria, NSW, Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

    This collaboration is driven by a shared commitment and passion to uphold the rich traditions of our Indigenous heritage, while implementing cutting-edge technologies in Infrastructure and Construction.

  • We aim to be a leading project management and construction company that embraces Indigenous cultural values, and utilises local knowledge and skills to deliver projects that create lasting positive impact on the environment and the community.

    By working collaboratively with stakeholders, we strive to build strong partnerships that promote economic growth and social well-being, while preserving the traditional custodianship of the land.

    We aspire to be a model of excellence, innovation, integrity and employer of choice in the construction industry, inspiring future generations of Indigenous Australians to take leadership roles in shaping their own destiny.

  • At Buladu Mada, we pride ourselves on being a Supply Nation registered organisation, demonstrating our commitment to Indigenous economic empowerment and diversity.

    As a female-owned and Indigenous-operated business, we are dedicated to fostering inclusive procurement practices and contributing to the advancement of Indigenous entrepreneurship in Australia.

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Lisa biltris

Director & Shareholder

Buladu Mada director and shareholder Lisa was born on the lands of the Turrbal and Jagera peoples but grew up and spent most of her working life on the lands of the Kalkadoon people.

Lisa is passionate and committed to helping and supporting others to find their path. With over 30 years’ experience in health and business management, Lisa offers support, development, and knowledge, to assist people to build their skills and capacity to improve their lives.

Lisa is committed to leveraging her expertise in business management and leadership to drive sustainable growth and success for Indigenous businesses, whilst promoting economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and community development within Indigenous communities.

This goal encapsulates her commitment of not only achieving business objectives but also to making a meaningful impact on the lives of Indigenous people and communities. Lisa heads CaPMS and Buladu Mada, where she manages business development, procurement, and social integration.

luke biltris

Director & Shareholder

Luke, is an experienced project management specialist who has worked across international contractors, civil and construction projects for government, defence force, private enterprise and utility providers.

As shareholder and director of Buladu, Luke is responsible for project management, contract management and infrastructure projects.

Luke’s experience in both being a client and a contractor enables him to view projects with a clear understanding of what the client is seeking in a project management team and how to deliver to the client’s expectations. It provides a unique perspective on delivering projects to the highest standards and enduring active engagement of employees, contractors and community.

simon (fred) brooks

Director & Shareholder

Simon, is director and owner of FredBuild and Buladu Mada with over 30 years experience in the building & construction industry in the NT including remote, residential, industrial and commercial. Simon is responsible for commercial construction projects and overall responsibility for site operations and management.

Simon has a long-standing history of construction in Northern Australia with a particular emphasis on work in remote locations. Remote work presents challenges due to location, staffing, supply and extreme weather conditions.

Simon approaches each job with a clear view on how to deliver taking into account such challenges. Simon imparts this knowledge and experience to his team to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and exceed client expectations.