Probuild
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Founder | Phil Mehtren |
| Defunct | 2022 |
| Fate | Entered voluntary administration and ceased operations |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Parent | Wilson Bayly Holmes Ovcon (from 2000) |
Probuild was a construction firm based in Australia that operated from 1987 until ceasing operations in 2022.
History
Established in 1987 by Phil Mehtren, Probuild became part of Wilson Bayly Holmes Ovcon (WBHO) through acquisition in 2000. By 2017, the company represented a substantial portion of WBHO’s Australian revenue, contributing approximately 60%. A proposed acquisition by China Communications Construction Company in 2021 was prevented by the Australian Government due to concerns over national security.
In February 2022, WBHO initiated voluntary administration for Probuild and appointed Deloitte as the administrator. After the company’s insolvency, Roberts & Co took over five projects in Melbourne, SRG Global acquired the Western Australian division, and Hutchinson Builders assumed responsibility for the Brisbane project at 443 Queen Street.
Notable projects
Among Probuild's key developments were:
- Aurora Melbourne Central
- Greenland Centre, Sydney
- Marina Tower Melbourne
- Netball Central, Sydney
- Victoria One
At the time of its closure, Probuild was actively working on prominent projects including The Ribbon, Sydney, West Side Place, and 443 Queen Street, Brisbane, underscoring its involvement in major urban construction ventures.