National Fitout &
Construction Services
We are driven by diverse capability, local impact, sector experience and a people-focused company culture.
Commercial Fitout | Refurbishment | Facade Upgrades | New Build | Modular Construction
What We Stand For
We believe in making the world around us more efficient, functional, sustainable, and futuristic. We bring that vision to life by creating impact at scale for our clients and their people. Our national team across 10 local branches are powered by 34 years of SHAPE experience in a wide range of sectors. Whether that’s a small interior enhancement or a large-scale, multi-million dollar project, we bring the same attention to detail, focus on relationships and commitment to quality to every construction project.
Years of Experience
People Nationally
Net Promoter Score
Total Projects Value

Capabilities
Fitout & Refurbishment
Design & Construction
Facade Restoration
New Build
Modular Construction
From design to defect-free delivery, we manage the entire project timeline, providing detailed cost reporting and project management updates throughout the build.
Shaping Spaces
Sectors
High-end shopping spaces, fashion outlets, showrooms, banks, and customer service areas that showcase a client’s brand and excite customers.

Inspiring and practical spaces for schools and universities that attract the best students and staff.

Office fitouts, base building upgrades, and building services installation in secure spaces.

World-class healthcare fitout and sterile facilities constructed in challenging live environments with patient and staff safety always a main priority.Â

Functional, inspiring and familiar spaces constructed with a focus on resident safety and comfort.

Significant projects for State and Federal government agencies to better support communities and deliver services that make a positive impact on the lives of Australians.

Exciting and inspiring hotel, restaurant, and other hospitality builds, with a focus on detail, quality and working quickly and quietly in live environments.

How We Work
What makes us a great company to partner with and work for is that we put people first. We’re proud of our focus on safety, client relationships, workplace satisfaction, diversity and inclusion, and the way we develop careers and create opportunity. Because of this we know that every conversation, project, and undertaking is a positive one. We know that engaged, happy and outcome-focused teams provide a better end result and our clients recognise this as well.
Our Leaders

Peter Marix-Evans
Chief Executive Officer
'PME'
Career
Peter was appointed Chief Executive Officer in December 2017. He joined SHAPE in 2011 as Group Executive and General Manager of NSW and then became Chief Operating Officer in 2016. He brings over 30 years of wide-ranging construction industry experience across risk and commercial management, customer experience and environmental health and safety. Prior to joining SHAPE, Peter held several senior operational and strategic positions at Lendlease. He has a particular passion for exceptional customer experience, as well as developing and leading high-performance teams.
Life
A father of two teenage sons, Peter loves surfing, fishing, snowboarding and pretty much anything that involves boats, boards or water. He come back to team sport as the proud coach of the over 35 F grade.

Kate Evans
Group Executive - People, Brand and Communications
'KT, Kevans'
Career
Responsible for the People, Brand and Communications functions at SHAPE, Kate provides strategic direction to drive employee performance and enhance customer satisfaction to achieve business goals. Since commencing with SHAPE in 2004, Kate has been integral in creating a formal human resources function, building leadership capabilities and developing a highly constructive culture. More recently, Kate has added the marketing and communication functions to her portfolio, steering a marketing, brand and CX strategy that generates repeat work and long-term business growth.
Life
Kate is a mum of two and enjoys running, playing netball and going to the gym to keep fit. She is a keen skier in winter, beachgoer in summer and a horse racing enthusiast.

Scott Jamieson
Chief Financial Officer
'Jamo'
Career
After working as an External Auditor of SHAPE for seven years, Scott joined the business in 2008 as Financial Controller. In 2012, he was appointed Chief Financial Officer with a strategic and operational focus, bringing more than 25 years of experience to the role. Scott is responsible for SHAPE’s Financial Risk Management, Governance and Acquisitions. He has a Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance) from the University of Technology Sydney and is a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor.
Life
Scott keeps busy spending time with his three kids and looking after his 200 fish, 12 chickens, two dogs, and two cats. When he’s not watching sport, he’s playing it. He loves golf, mountain bike riding, tennis, boating, and skiing (water, snow and jet skiing).

Phillip Smith
Group Executive - Environment, Health, Safety & Quality and Business Technology
'Phil'Â
Career
Phillip has over 30 years’ experience in the building industry and holds trade, construction, strategic leadership and WHS qualifications. He is responsible for all aspects of Environment, Health, Safety and Quality (EHSQ) and Business Technology, championing SHAPE’s safety-first culture using a progressive yet practical approach to project management systems. He was instrumental in transitioning the business to Procore project delivery system, oversaw the development of the industry-leading SMS safety app, and more recently, extended his focus to the Supply Chain and Commercial Risk functions. A member of the Asbestos & Hazmat Removal Contractors Association, Asbestos Education Committee and the OFSC Industry Reference Group, Phillip strongly advocates for asbestos awareness.
Life
Phillip is a Brisbane Broncos supporter, car enthusiast and lover of most outdoor activities. He has two sons, three grandsons and an extended family of pets that seem to arrive and never leave.

Phillip Wicks
Group Executive - Commercial
'Phill/Wicksy'
Career
Phillip has 25 years of construction industry experience, working both in Australia and the UK. He joined SHAPE in 2006 as a Project Manager and has since held several positions, including General Manager of NSW. Phillip’s role supports state operations to progress the interests of SHAPE and its clients, ensuring the effective management of day-to-day operations as well as strategic endeavours. Phillip’s extensive project and financial management experience, combined with his successful track record of developing innovative solutions, guarantees the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Life
Phillip’s perfect day would include an early surf, a swim with the family, and a BBQ with friends. His favourite sporting team is the Canterbury Bulldogs.

Belinda Montgomery
Group Manager - Legal
Career
Belinda has more than 20 years’ experience as a lawyer in Australia and internationally, specialising in construction law. Prior to joining SHAPE in 2022, Belinda had a long history working as a lawyer with construction contractors, including at Lendlease, Abigroup and UGL. Belinda has also worked at major law firms in both Australia and Hong Kong, including Minter Ellison and K&L Gates.
Life
Belinda enjoys spending time with her husband and kids, walking her dog, reading and avoiding cooking. She loves going on holidays to tropical destinations, which always seem to be near decent surf (thanks to her husband).

Mitch Flynn
Group Manager - Defence & Federal Government
Career
Mitch has more than 10 years’ experience delivering projects and programs for the Defence and Government sectors – from $500k up to $180m. He joined SHAPE in 2021, after working alongside the business in various roles over the past decade. With a background founded in client-side project management, Mitch has a strong focus on people and establishing strong relationships in all his dealings. As Group Manager – Defence & Federal Government, he provides detailed insights to growth strategies and business development, strengthens and builds relationships, and ensures client satisfaction is achieved nationally.
Mitch is a Committee Member of the Property Council of Australia's ACT Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.
Life
Born and bred in Canberra, Mitch is an avid sports fan and supports the GWS Giants and Canberra Raiders. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf, collecting (and drinking) wine, and relaxing over good food with family and friends.

Cameron Aitken
Group Manager - Modular
'Cam'
Career
Cameron brings more than 20 years of construction industry experience in Australia and the UK to his role as the national leader of SHAPE’s modular capabilities. Having spent more than 15 years with SHAPE, both in Sydney and Melbourne, Cameron has a reputation for solving complex problems and delivering technically challenging construction projects. His expertise in risk management, stakeholder management and customer experience are what drives the exceptional outcomes on his projects.
Life
Cameron loves sports, particularly the Sydney Swans and NBA, going surfing and playing golf. He feels most relaxed when camping or enjoying excellent coffee, wine and food, particularly dim sims and hot jam doughnuts.

Troy Willoughby
Group Manager - SHAPE+
Career
Troy has had a successful career leading teams in a high-performance culture and driving quality business outcomes in complex construction projects, minor works and facilities maintenance portfolios. He has more than 20 years of construction industry experience, as a licensed plumber, business owner, and in senior management for a national organisation. Joining the business in 2022, Troy brings a unique technical mindset to SHAPE+.
Life
Troy loves any outdoor activity – ocean swimming, hiking, outrigger canoeing, snowboarding, or simply kicking the footy with his kids. As avid Sydney Swans fan, he endeavours to get to the SCG with his family most home games.

Michael Manikas
General Manager - DLG SHAPE
Career
Michael is a proud Biripi and Worimi man that is passionate about Indigenous engagement, particularly in the built environment, social impact issues and sustainability. Michael was appointed General Manager at DLG SHAPE in 2019, with the goal to make a serious impact on reconciliation and improve the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through employment and business opportunities. He has almost 30 years’ experience in the construction and not-for-profit space, and currently holds advisory positions with Western Sydney University and UTS, plus is the Deputy Chair of Property Council of Australia’s NSW Diversity & Inclusion Committee.
Life
Michael is a father of three girls and loves coaching their sports and getting involved in their musical interests.

Damian La Rosa
General Manager - WA
Career
Damian is a trusted industry professional that brings a wealth of building and construction experience to the role of General Manager of WA. Since joining SHAPE as a cadet more than 20 years ago, Damian has gained vast experience and knowledge spanning a range of disciplines, from site to commercial management. With his ‘hands on’ approach, he has grown SHAPE Perth from $20M annual turnover to $70M, and to more than 45 people. Damian is passionate about delivering successful projects, mentoring, and developing the WA team, and maintaining SHAPE’s great culture.
Life
In his free time, Damian enjoys AFL, cooking and supports Fremantle. He believes in working ‘smarter not harder’.

Adam Head
General Manager - VIC
Career
Adam joined SHAPE in 2008 as a Project Manager and has held several roles since, including Commercial Manager, Group Manager of Design & Construct, and most recently General Manager of Victoria. With more than 20 years of project management and construction experience, Adam offers a detailed understanding of project delivery. Through a partnership approach, Adam collaborates with clients in the office, hotel, education, healthcare, retail and speciality sectors to deliver projects on time and defect-free.
Life
Adam is a father to two boys, a dog, and a cat. He is a vinyl connoisseur and avid collector, keen runner, and a long-time Carlton Blues fan.

David Wood
General Manager - QLD
'Woodsy'
Career
David began his career in the construction industry in 2002 as a carpenter and since then has gained experience in all aspects of building, including managing teams of up to 50+ people and overseeing up to 200+ contractors. David has worked on award-winning projects ranging from $500,000 to $200 million in both commercial and high-end residential sectors. Throughout his career, he has gained experience in a variety of sectors including casinos, hotels, hospitality, health, education, corporate offices, and government.
Life
As an avid gym-goer, David begins most days with a workout. He loves water sports, such as surfing and jet skiing, and in 2012, was stung by an Irukandji jellyfish while on vacation with his family.

Grant Patterson
General Manager - SA
Career
Grant brings significant industry and life experience to leading the SHAPE South Australian team. He is passionate about delivering successful projects for clients, building high performing teams, and maintaining SHAPE’s great culture – one that ensures ongoing success for the business and its industry partners and clients. He believes that successful projects are defined not just by end results, but also importantly, the client’s experience of our team and their journey along the way.
Life
Outside of work, Grant enjoys spending time relaxing with family and friends, and two dogs – Hugo and Alfie.

James Fitzgerald
General Manager - NSW
'Fitzy'Â
Career
James has almost 20 years of project and contract management experience in construction, fitout and refurbishment in Sydney. Since joining SHAPE in 2011, he has progressed through the roles of Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Director, Commercial Manager and Senior Commercial Manager in NSW. His broad experience in managing complex and challenging projects, coupled with his fantastic focus on strengthening client relationships, makes him a strong leader for the NSW team.
Life
James loves nothing more than spending an afternoon with his family on the hill at North Sydney Oval, watching his beloved Northern Suburbs Rugby Club.

Tom Sparkes
General Manager - ACT
'Sparkesy'
Career
Tom first joined SHAPE in 2009 in the Adelaide office, and was appointed to General Manager of ACT in 2019. He has extensive knowledge and experience of contract management and has built a reputation as a problem solver with a calm and methodical approach to delivering complex projects within tight budgets and schedules. Tom is a constructive leader that excels at creating and maintaining relationships between all stakeholders while motivating his team to achieve successful project deliveries every time.
Life
Born into a family of Architects, Tom formed a passion for construction from an early age. Originally from Mildura, Victoria, he is an avid sports fan and a cult member of St Kilda Football Club. He enjoys travel, wine, and food, particularly cooking Italian cuisine, and staying active with his wife Danni and two dogs Lenny and Willow.

Nicholas Mills
General Manager - NT
Career
Nicholas has been working with SHAPE since 2008, starting as a Site Supervisor with a can-do attitude and a desire to learn and develop. He has progressed from site roles to project management while gaining experience and leadership capabilities across four of SHAPE's branch, including Darwin, Perth, Sydney, and Brisbane. In his previous role as Regional Manager, Nicholas contributed to significant growth for the NT branch, which has more than doubled in size since 2017.
Life
A proud husband to his wife, Nicole, and father to four young boys, Nicholas loves spending time with his family, swimming to escape the heat in Darwin, fishing, camping, and playing soccer.

George Panacheril
Group Manager - Growth & Strategy
Career
George has more than 25 years’ experience in construction, mining and transportation engineering. His wide variety of roles have taken him and his family to the US, India and Zambia, and finally, Australia. George has been part of the SHAPE team since 2007 and is responsible for strategy and innovation. He holds a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering and Civil Engineering from Drexel University and an MBA (Technology Management) from Deakin University.
Life
George became a die-hard Hawthorn fan after discovering a passion for AFL upon moving to Australia. His favourite place on earth is South Luangwa National Park in Zambia.
The SHAPE Promise
We strive for Perfect Deliveryâ„¢ on every project. We aim to deliver on time, on budget and defect-free through collaborative relationships, transparency, safety and trust.