Team

As Chief Executive Officer and Director, Matthew has led the business since 2015 with a practical, forward-thinking and strategic approach. He has successfully guided the organisation through change management, market challenges and the diversification of its project portfolio, ensuring Grindley remains the builder of choice for valued Clients.

Under his leadership, the company continues to thrive with a strong Client-first philosophy supported by a culture that prioritises internal development and capability. With more than 30 years of industry experience, Matthew champions the growth of emerging talent and builds teams who are deeply aligned with Grindley’s commitment to long-term project success. His leadership is defined by clarity, consistency and a focus on sustainable growth through people, relationships and excellence in delivery.

As General Manager and Director, Asha brings more than 20 years of industry experience and a hands-on, Client-focused leadership style grounded in authenticity and approachability. Actively involved in day-to-day operations and strategic planning, he is committed to building strong relationships with Clients and empowering his team to perform at their best.

Asha believes that a motivated and engaged workforce is the foundation of long-term success. He fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment built on trust and shared ownership. Through his focus on mentoring, team development and clear communication, Asha reinforces Grindley’s reputation for reliability, quality, and excellence across all stages of project delivery.

As Chief Financial Officer, Adam oversees all aspects of financial management, taxation and corporate administration. With more than 20 years’ experience leading the financial operations of prominent organisations, he excels in developing and implementing robust financial and operational strategies.

Adam’s strengths lie in providing clear and insightful business analysis that enhances financial transparency, drives productivity and supports sustainable revenue and profit growth. Adam’s commitment to accuracy, timeliness and strategic clarity underpins Grindley’s approach to financial stewardship, ensuring Clients and stakeholders receive the highest level of trust, service and accountability.

As General Manager – Design and Implementation, Nathan leads Grindley’s design, compliance and estimating functions, strengthening the company’s front-end project capability. With more than 30 years of industry experience and over a decade with Grindley, he brings a hands-on and technically informed approach to negotiation, planning and delivery from early concept through to handover.

Supported by a strong background in building services and engineering, and as a Member of the Institute of Engineers Australia, Nathan provides deep technical insight and leadership. He remains committed to enhancing and streamlining Grindley’s design and delivery methodologies, reinforcing our reputation for quality, capability and excellence.

As Construction Manager, Evan combines more than 18 years at Grindley with a diverse range of experience developed through international and site-based roles. Progressing from trade foundations through project and commercial management, he brings a practical and results-driven perspective to leadership.

Evan is responsible for guiding projects from inception to completion, ensuring effective planning, resource optimisation and alignment with stakeholder expectations. With a strong focus on safety, quality and performance, he ensures projects are delivered to the highest standard across all sectors. Known for his calm leadership style and clear communication, Evan is a trusted presence both on site and in the office and is a passionate advocate for nurturing talent through the mentoring of cadets and apprentices.

As Commercial Manager, Jeff brings over 14 years of industry experience and a career that began with Grindley in 2012 as a cadet. His progression through the business reflects his dedication, integrity and strong commitment to excellence. Jeff leads a team of project and contracts administrators, overseeing the full project lifecycle from tender through to handover.

He brings a wealth of commercial acumen, strategic thinking and leadership capability to the role. Jeff is deeply invested in fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture, strengthening Client relationships and ensuring clear, consistent communication across all stages of delivery. His contributions have been instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting Grindley’s long-term growth.

As Manager – New Projects, Simone brings nearly 20 years of construction experience and plays an integral role in shaping Grindley’s project pipeline. Within the Grindley Projects division, she leads the estimating and pre-construction teams, overseeing design review, buildability, methodology and commercial strategy to shape well-considered and commercially robust tender submissions.

With a calm, solutions-focused approach and strong attention to detail, Simone works closely with design and delivery teams to ensure projects are strategically positioned for success from the outset. Since joining Grindley in 2021, she has helped foster collaboration, precision and proactive problem-solving across the business, ensuring positive outcomes for both Clients and teams.

As WHSEQ Manager, Jeff leads Grindley’s commitment to health, safety, environment and quality, drawing on more than 30 years of construction experience, including over 20 years with Grindley. A key figure in shaping the company’s proactive approach to risk management.

With experience across both site-based and corporate safety, Jeff has embedded a culture of accountability, compliance and continuous improvement. His specialist knowledge spans legislative frameworks, incident response, system development and environmental performance. Through his leadership, WHSEQ standards are consistently exceeded, ensuring safe, responsible and sustainable project outcomes.

As Manager – Corporate Services, Steph leads company-wide marketing strategy and oversees the marketing and submissions team. She is responsible for bid leadership and the delivery of high-quality marketing and tender proposals that reflect Grindley’s capabilities, expertise and values. With a strong focus on collaboration and strategic communication, Steph plays a central role in strengthening brand presence and industry engagement.

Guided by values of integrity, authenticity and compassion, she brings a people-first approach to leadership. Across her 20 year tenure, Steph has also shaped effective office management and people-and-culture practices, championed corporate social responsibility initiatives and remains a committed advocate for diversity, inclusion and team engagement across the business.