Since joining the company in 2008, Mario has built an impressive track record that has led him to assume the role of Managing Director for Australia. Throughout his career, he has shown exceptional capability in project delivery and new business. He is committed to the continuous improvement of quality, safety and environmental management, and is highly regarded for his leadership in these areas.

Loren is a construction industry professional with 15 years’ experience working for major construction contractors across Australia. Loren brings strong commercial acumen, corporate governance, and board experience across a range of portfolios. Pragmatic, authentic and personable, Loren is a natural leader who unites and inspires teams.

Chee Pang is a senior finance professional with more than 25 years of experience in various senior finance leadership roles. He has experience leading teams in Australia and internationally. He is a respected business partner to all levels of management, collaborating with the senior leadership team to drive positive financial outcomes.

Katrina has extensive experience in leading large globally-dispersed, multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Skilled in computer simulations and digital solutions, she champions clear communication and goal-setting to drive project success. Passionate about problem-solving, she excels in navigating complex project challenges through collaboration and teamwork.

With 30 years’ experience Gary understands all aspects of commercial management within the construction industry. His expertise includes contract negotiation; project evaluation and reporting; risk analysis and management; joint venture and consortium arrangements; financial/cost management; procurement; and resolution of claims and disputes.

Nicole, a senior HSES executive with 20+ years' experience, excels in leadership, business development, and team management in infrastructure and construction. Specialising in sustainability, approvals management, and environmental impact assessment, she brings expertise in environmental and sustainability management for major infrastructure projects.

Anna has over 12 years' experience in our business, commencing her career in Queensland before transferring to Melbourne to support Group HR for eight years. With tertiary studies in psychology and business, Anna has driven our organisational development agenda, ensuring that people remain at the core of our strategic focus. She joined our Australian Leadership Team in November 2024.

Throughout his 26 year tenure in the industry, Steve has consistently demonstrated an ability to overcome the challenges of brownfield rail, road, structural, and building projects. His unwavering commitment to safety and his adeptness at minimising community disruption have been hallmarks of his approach. Steve's leadership style is marked by collaboration and support, fostering an environment where his team thrives.

Larry is a respected figure within the infrastructure and transport sectors, boasting executive and director-level experience both in government and the private sector. His expertise spans service delivery, operations, maintenance, transport planning and policy, procurement, and communications. Larry's leadership style is empowering and inclusive, fostering a culture where his teams are motivated to succeed.

A versatile construction professional, with almost two decades of experience, Ryan’s expertise includes overseeing large scale, high-risk bids and projects, with particular emphasis on establishing, developing and managing high performing teams. Ryan has a broad technical background coupled with highly developed communication, negotiation and partnering skills gained in Australia and overseas.

Mick brings over two decades of experience in the civil construction industry in Australia and South East Asia, with a focus on infrastructure, water, marine, ports and dredging. Mick has a proven track record in delivering commercial value, strategic direction, leadership, and a focus on the safety of his people and client relationships.

Since joining the company in 2008, Mario has built an impressive track record that has led him to assume the role of Managing Director for Australia. Throughout his career, he has shown exceptional capability in project delivery and new business. He is committed to the continuous improvement of quality, safety and environmental management, and is highly regarded for his leadership in these areas.

Loren is a construction industry professional with 15 years’ experience working for major construction contractors across Australia. Loren brings strong commercial acumen, corporate governance, and board experience across a range of portfolios. Pragmatic, authentic and personable, Loren is a natural leader who unites and inspires teams.

Chee Pang is a senior finance professional with more than 25 years of experience in various senior finance leadership roles. He has experience leading teams in Australia and internationally. He is a respected business partner to all levels of management, collaborating with the senior leadership team to drive positive financial outcomes.

Katrina has extensive experience in leading large globally-dispersed, multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Skilled in computer simulations and digital solutions, she champions clear communication and goal-setting to drive project success. Passionate about problem-solving, she excels in navigating complex project challenges through collaboration and teamwork.

With 30 years’ experience Gary understands all aspects of commercial management within the construction industry. His expertise includes contract negotiation; project evaluation and reporting; risk analysis and management; joint venture and consortium arrangements; financial/cost management; procurement; and resolution of claims and disputes.

Nicole, a senior HSES executive with 20+ years' experience, excels in leadership, business development, and team management in infrastructure and construction. Specialising in sustainability, approvals management, and environmental impact assessment, she brings expertise in environmental and sustainability management for major infrastructure projects.

Anna has over 12 years' experience in our business, commencing her career in Queensland before transferring to Melbourne to support Group HR for eight years. With tertiary studies in psychology and business, Anna has driven our organisational development agenda, ensuring that people remain at the core of our strategic focus. She joined our Australian Leadership Team in November 2024.

Throughout his 26 year tenure in the industry, Steve has consistently demonstrated an ability to overcome the challenges of brownfield rail, road, structural, and building projects. His unwavering commitment to safety and his adeptness at minimising community disruption have been hallmarks of his approach. Steve's leadership style is marked by collaboration and support, fostering an environment where his team thrives.

Larry is a respected figure within the infrastructure and transport sectors, boasting executive and director-level experience both in government and the private sector. His expertise spans service delivery, operations, maintenance, transport planning and policy, procurement, and communications. Larry's leadership style is empowering and inclusive, fostering a culture where his teams are motivated to succeed.

A versatile construction professional, with almost two decades of experience, Ryan’s expertise includes overseeing large scale, high-risk bids and projects, with particular emphasis on establishing, developing and managing high performing teams. Ryan has a broad technical background coupled with highly developed communication, negotiation and partnering skills gained in Australia and overseas.

Mick brings over two decades of experience in the civil construction industry in Australia and South East Asia, with a focus on infrastructure, water, marine, ports and dredging. Mick has a proven track record in delivering commercial value, strategic direction, leadership, and a focus on the safety of his people and client relationships.

Since joining the company in 2008, Mario has built an impressive track record that has led him to assume the role of Managing Director for Australia. Throughout his career, he has shown exceptional capability in project delivery and new business. He is committed to the continuous improvement of quality, safety and environmental management, and is highly regarded for his leadership in these areas.

Loren is a construction industry professional with 15 years’ experience working for major construction contractors across Australia. Loren brings strong commercial acumen, corporate governance, and board experience across a range of portfolios. Pragmatic, authentic and personable, Loren is a natural leader who unites and inspires teams.

Chee Pang is a senior finance professional with more than 25 years of experience in various senior finance leadership roles. He has experience leading teams in Australia and internationally. He is a respected business partner to all levels of management, collaborating with the senior leadership team to drive positive financial outcomes.

Katrina has extensive experience in leading large globally-dispersed, multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Skilled in computer simulations and digital solutions, she champions clear communication and goal-setting to drive project success. Passionate about problem-solving, she excels in navigating complex project challenges through collaboration and teamwork.

With 30 years’ experience Gary understands all aspects of commercial management within the construction industry. His expertise includes contract negotiation; project evaluation and reporting; risk analysis and management; joint venture and consortium arrangements; financial/cost management; procurement; and resolution of claims and disputes.

Nicole, a senior HSES executive with 20+ years' experience, excels in leadership, business development, and team management in infrastructure and construction. Specialising in sustainability, approvals management, and environmental impact assessment, she brings expertise in environmental and sustainability management for major infrastructure projects.

Anna has over 12 years' experience in our business, commencing her career in Queensland before transferring to Melbourne to support Group HR for eight years. With tertiary studies in psychology and business, Anna has driven our organisational development agenda, ensuring that people remain at the core of our strategic focus. She joined our Australian Leadership Team in November 2024.

Throughout his 26 year tenure in the industry, Steve has consistently demonstrated an ability to overcome the challenges of brownfield rail, road, structural, and building projects. His unwavering commitment to safety and his adeptness at minimising community disruption have been hallmarks of his approach. Steve's leadership style is marked by collaboration and support, fostering an environment where his team thrives.

Larry is a respected figure within the infrastructure and transport sectors, boasting executive and director-level experience both in government and the private sector. His expertise spans service delivery, operations, maintenance, transport planning and policy, procurement, and communications. Larry's leadership style is empowering and inclusive, fostering a culture where his teams are motivated to succeed.

A versatile construction professional, with almost two decades of experience, Ryan’s expertise includes overseeing large scale, high-risk bids and projects, with particular emphasis on establishing, developing and managing high performing teams. Ryan has a broad technical background coupled with highly developed communication, negotiation and partnering skills gained in Australia and overseas.

Mick brings over two decades of experience in the civil construction industry in Australia and South East Asia, with a focus on infrastructure, water, marine, ports and dredging. Mick has a proven track record in delivering commercial value, strategic direction, leadership, and a focus on the safety of his people and client relationships.

Fraser brings over 30 years of construction experience to his role as managing director of our New Zealand & Pacific Islands business. His expertise is broad, spanning design, construction, and general management. He has worked internationally, in the UK and South East Asia. Throughout his career Fraser has consistently prioritised high-quality project delivery and achieved sustainable business growth as a result.

Stephen is an accomplished contract manager and project director, boasting over 30 years of leadership experience within the industry. Renowned for his strategic acumen, he provides invaluable guidance and support to engineering and construction teams across our projects. Stephen's collaborative approach and skill in fostering a positive project culture from inception stand out as his key strengths.

With over a decade of experience, Sara has an indepth understanding of the value strategic human resource management plays in a business's success. She has been at the forefront of implementing McConnell Dowell New Zealand & Pacific Island's learning and development strategy, as well as driving diversity within our recruitment programs, and leading our broader social outcomes agenda.

Clint brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the construction industry, having worked on various complex infrastructure projects spanning New Zealand, the Pacific, and Australia. His expertise lies in cultivating outstanding health, safety, and environmental-focused cultures within projects, leading to exceptional outcomes for McConnell Dowell, its stakeholders, partners and the community.

Daniel is a construction professional with 20+ years' experience in project delivery and management, temporary works design, design management, estimating, and business leadership. His experience includes pipe-jacking and tunnelling, ocean outfall and submarine pipelines, and civil infrastructure. He is passionate about innovation and delivering value for his customers.

Shelley brings extensive expertise as a financial manager, with over 25 years of experience, including distinguished tenures in senior leadership positions at two of New Zealand's largest construction firms. Her exemplary track record of performance underscores her technical prowess and leadership acumen, which have been instrumental in driving McConnell Dowell's sustained growth and success.

Hugh brings 25 years’ experience in the construction industry where he has led some of the most successful collaborative contracts in New Zealand. He thrives in collaborative environments, energising and inspiring his teams so that everyone is focused on game-breaking delivery.

Paul has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with more than half of that time spent in New Zealand. His dual background in Quantity Surveying and Law equips him with a unique skill set. He has developed a respected industry reputation in his previous roles. He is a Chartered and Registered Quantity Surveyor and holds an Honours Degree in Law.

Benoit's 20-year career in the construction and contracting industry is a testament to his outstanding leadership qualities. He has consistently demonstrated agility, collaboration and competence, leading teams to deliver superior results in diverse international settings, including in France, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, as well as in the Pacific region.

Fraser brings over 30 years of construction experience to his role as managing director of our New Zealand & Pacific Islands business. His expertise is broad, spanning design, construction, and general management. He has worked internationally, in the UK and South East Asia. Throughout his career Fraser has consistently prioritised high-quality project delivery and achieved sustainable business growth as a result.

Stephen is an accomplished contract manager and project director, boasting over 30 years of leadership experience within the industry. Renowned for his strategic acumen, he provides invaluable guidance and support to engineering and construction teams across our projects. Stephen's collaborative approach and skill in fostering a positive project culture from inception stand out as his key strengths.

With over a decade of experience, Sara has an indepth understanding of the value strategic human resource management plays in a business's success. She has been at the forefront of implementing McConnell Dowell New Zealand & Pacific Island's learning and development strategy, as well as driving diversity within our recruitment programs, and leading our broader social outcomes agenda.

Clint brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the construction industry, having worked on various complex infrastructure projects spanning New Zealand, the Pacific, and Australia. His expertise lies in cultivating outstanding health, safety, and environmental-focused cultures within projects, leading to exceptional outcomes for McConnell Dowell, its stakeholders, partners and the community.

Daniel is a construction professional with 20+ years' experience in project delivery and management, temporary works design, design management, estimating, and business leadership. His experience includes pipe-jacking and tunnelling, ocean outfall and submarine pipelines, and civil infrastructure. He is passionate about innovation and delivering value for his customers.

Shelley brings extensive expertise as a financial manager, with over 25 years of experience, including distinguished tenures in senior leadership positions at two of New Zealand's largest construction firms. Her exemplary track record of performance underscores her technical prowess and leadership acumen, which have been instrumental in driving McConnell Dowell's sustained growth and success.

Hugh brings 25 years’ experience in the construction industry where he has led some of the most successful collaborative contracts in New Zealand. He thrives in collaborative environments, energising and inspiring his teams so that everyone is focused on game-breaking delivery.

Paul has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with more than half of that time spent in New Zealand. His dual background in Quantity Surveying and Law equips him with a unique skill set. He has developed a respected industry reputation in his previous roles. He is a Chartered and Registered Quantity Surveyor and holds an Honours Degree in Law.

Benoit's 20-year career in the construction and contracting industry is a testament to his outstanding leadership qualities. He has consistently demonstrated agility, collaboration and competence, leading teams to deliver superior results in diverse international settings, including in France, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, as well as in the Pacific region.

Fraser brings over 30 years of construction experience to his role as managing director of our New Zealand & Pacific Islands business. His expertise is broad, spanning design, construction, and general management. He has worked internationally, in the UK and South East Asia. Throughout his career Fraser has consistently prioritised high-quality project delivery and achieved sustainable business growth as a result.

Stephen is an accomplished contract manager and project director, boasting over 30 years of leadership experience within the industry. Renowned for his strategic acumen, he provides invaluable guidance and support to engineering and construction teams across our projects. Stephen's collaborative approach and skill in fostering a positive project culture from inception stand out as his key strengths.

With over a decade of experience, Sara has an indepth understanding of the value strategic human resource management plays in a business's success. She has been at the forefront of implementing McConnell Dowell New Zealand & Pacific Island's learning and development strategy, as well as driving diversity within our recruitment programs, and leading our broader social outcomes agenda.

Clint brings over 15 years of extensive experience in the construction industry, having worked on various complex infrastructure projects spanning New Zealand, the Pacific, and Australia. His expertise lies in cultivating outstanding health, safety, and environmental-focused cultures within projects, leading to exceptional outcomes for McConnell Dowell, its stakeholders, partners and the community.

Daniel is a construction professional with 20+ years' experience in project delivery and management, temporary works design, design management, estimating, and business leadership. His experience includes pipe-jacking and tunnelling, ocean outfall and submarine pipelines, and civil infrastructure. He is passionate about innovation and delivering value for his customers.

Shelley brings extensive expertise as a financial manager, with over 25 years of experience, including distinguished tenures in senior leadership positions at two of New Zealand's largest construction firms. Her exemplary track record of performance underscores her technical prowess and leadership acumen, which have been instrumental in driving McConnell Dowell's sustained growth and success.

Hugh brings 25 years’ experience in the construction industry where he has led some of the most successful collaborative contracts in New Zealand. He thrives in collaborative environments, energising and inspiring his teams so that everyone is focused on game-breaking delivery.

Paul has over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, with more than half of that time spent in New Zealand. His dual background in Quantity Surveying and Law equips him with a unique skill set. He has developed a respected industry reputation in his previous roles. He is a Chartered and Registered Quantity Surveyor and holds an Honours Degree in Law.

Benoit's 20-year career in the construction and contracting industry is a testament to his outstanding leadership qualities. He has consistently demonstrated agility, collaboration and competence, leading teams to deliver superior results in diverse international settings, including in France, the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, as well as in the Pacific region.

Hee Wee has spent time in senior leadership roles at various construction engineering companies across Australia and Southeast Asia, as well as establishing his own professional consultancy business. He has experience in infrastructure construction in the public and private sectors, and his knowledge covers both operational and pre-contracts disciplines.

With over 25 years of experience in human resources roles spanning Australia and Southeast Asia, Peta stands out as a seasoned professional. She is known for her commercial acumen and leadership, adeptly managing complex operational matters while strategically prioritising global human resource and people-centric initiatives.

With over 20 years' experience in the industry, Neil has held project, functional and regional leadership roles including contract admininstration, estimating, tendering and business development. His industry knowledge is broad and covers the water, oil & gas, marine, and civil infrastructure sectors.

Yun Keng has 25 years of experience in the civil design of complex infrastructure and building projects. She has spent the last 20 years specialising in the civil, structural and geotechnical design and construction of various maritime structures across Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Tay demonstrates extensive expertise as an FCA (Singapore) and FCCA (Britain) with more than 25 years’ experience within a Big4 Accounting Firm and McConnell Dowell. Tay’s skillsets in auditing, and operational and project reporting has enabled him to successfully oversee numerous project deliveries, particularly across the Southeast Asia region.

Pei Wen has more than 20 years of experience in commercial roles across various infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia. Pei Wen possesses strong commercial acumen and has demonstrated this in project delivery, business development and procurement throughout her career.

Felix has more than 23 years in the construction industry with extensive experience in functional management and strategic decision-making contributing to organisational growth and success in the region. His experience in functional leadership in health, safety, environment and quality has delivered exceptional results in challenging and complex projects.

Hee Wee has spent time in senior leadership roles at various construction engineering companies across Australia and Southeast Asia, as well as establishing his own professional consultancy business. He has experience in infrastructure construction in the public and private sectors, and his knowledge covers both operational and pre-contracts disciplines.

With over 25 years of experience in human resources roles spanning Australia and Southeast Asia, Peta stands out as a seasoned professional. She is known for her commercial acumen and leadership, adeptly managing complex operational matters while strategically prioritising global human resource and people-centric initiatives.

With over 20 years' experience in the industry, Neil has held project, functional and regional leadership roles including contract admininstration, estimating, tendering and business development. His industry knowledge is broad and covers the water, oil & gas, marine, and civil infrastructure sectors.

Yun Keng has 25 years of experience in the civil design of complex infrastructure and building projects. She has spent the last 20 years specialising in the civil, structural and geotechnical design and construction of various maritime structures across Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Tay demonstrates extensive expertise as an FCA (Singapore) and FCCA (Britain) with more than 25 years’ experience within a Big4 Accounting Firm and McConnell Dowell. Tay’s skillsets in auditing, and operational and project reporting has enabled him to successfully oversee numerous project deliveries, particularly across the Southeast Asia region.

Pei Wen has more than 20 years of experience in commercial roles across various infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia. Pei Wen possesses strong commercial acumen and has demonstrated this in project delivery, business development and procurement throughout her career.

Felix has more than 23 years in the construction industry with extensive experience in functional management and strategic decision-making contributing to organisational growth and success in the region. His experience in functional leadership in health, safety, environment and quality has delivered exceptional results in challenging and complex projects.

Hee Wee has spent time in senior leadership roles at various construction engineering companies across Australia and Southeast Asia, as well as establishing his own professional consultancy business. He has experience in infrastructure construction in the public and private sectors, and his knowledge covers both operational and pre-contracts disciplines.

With over 25 years of experience in human resources roles spanning Australia and Southeast Asia, Peta stands out as a seasoned professional. She is known for her commercial acumen and leadership, adeptly managing complex operational matters while strategically prioritising global human resource and people-centric initiatives.

With over 20 years' experience in the industry, Neil has held project, functional and regional leadership roles including contract admininstration, estimating, tendering and business development. His industry knowledge is broad and covers the water, oil & gas, marine, and civil infrastructure sectors.

Yun Keng has 25 years of experience in the civil design of complex infrastructure and building projects. She has spent the last 20 years specialising in the civil, structural and geotechnical design and construction of various maritime structures across Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Tay demonstrates extensive expertise as an FCA (Singapore) and FCCA (Britain) with more than 25 years’ experience within a Big4 Accounting Firm and McConnell Dowell. Tay’s skillsets in auditing, and operational and project reporting has enabled him to successfully oversee numerous project deliveries, particularly across the Southeast Asia region.

Pei Wen has more than 20 years of experience in commercial roles across various infrastructure projects in Southeast Asia. Pei Wen possesses strong commercial acumen and has demonstrated this in project delivery, business development and procurement throughout her career.

Felix has more than 23 years in the construction industry with extensive experience in functional management and strategic decision-making contributing to organisational growth and success in the region. His experience in functional leadership in health, safety, environment and quality has delivered exceptional results in challenging and complex projects.