Modular by SHAPE (formerly KLMS)

An important team within SHAPE, we develop and produce unique modular construction solutions to solve complex building challenges for our clients across Australia.

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Focused on Client Needs

For more than three decades, our modular team has built its reputation as a market leader in delivering high-quality, modern and bespoke modular solutions. Combining a team of specialists, we provide clients with end-to-end modular solutions to ensure seamless project delivery, from initial feasibility and cost planning to design, manufacturing, site preparation, transportation, installation, landscaping, civil works, and fitout.

With multiple manufacturing facilities across Australia, we specialise in creating a diverse range of prefabricated solutions, both off-the-shelf and customised. Our offerings include buildings for schools, hospitals, offices, sporting facilities, community infrastructure, accommodation, and temporary facilities. These structures can be permanent, relocatable, or temporary, and are available for purchase, long-term lease, or short-term rental.

Smarter Buildings

Modular construction brings all the benefits of manufacturing to traditional construction, with a large part of the process done offsite. This supports faster project delivery, improved safety, exceptional quality control, minimal on-site disruption, and delivers more sustainable outcomes. Adopting non-traditional construction methodologies and new technologies allows us to overcome the toughest of construction challenges and unlock greater value for our clients.

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Sectors

With over three decades of experience in the education sector, we have become a market leader in designing and delivering safe, functional, and modern modular learning facilities for early learning through to secondary schools and tertiary education. From standard modular classrooms to permanent double- and triple-storey modular buildings, we accommodate for a wide range of student needs in both design and functionality. With minimal on-site disruption and the ability to build around the school calendar, modular construction is fast becoming the preferred solution for schools. We can also provide high-quality, temporary classrooms that can be relocated as needed for schools in high-growth regions, and assist schools with obtaining government grants. 

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Modular Specialists Nationally

Capabilities Statement

Discover our capabilities and experience in modular construction.

We know how important it is to keep your business operational during the construction of new facilities, following unforeseeable natural disasters, such as fires or floods, or to meet a sudden increase in business demand. Whether it’s a school, building site, office, pop-up medical facility, training centre, bathroom or storeroom, we offer a range of affordable temporary and transportable building solutions. Our buildings can be delivered anywhere in Australia and installed quickly, allowing you to focus on your business.

We offer a variety of commercial arrangements to suit your needs and budget: available for hire, long-term lease, or short-term rental. 

Modular Projects

Meet the team

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.

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Ryan Brown

Strategic Director - Modular

'Brownie'

Career
Ryan is a construction management and business development professional who has worked within the construction and property industry for more than 18 years. Having co-founded a modular construction business in South Australia, Ryan has developed strong experience in the adoption of modern methods of construction and has successfully delivered a number of diverse modular construction projects in the healthcare, tourism, and outdoor education sectors. As Strategic Director – Modular, he is responsible for helping strengthen the SHAPE Modular division and developing high-quality and intelligent modular construction solutions to unlock greater value for our clients.

Life
Ryan’s pride and joy is his two young children, and he loves spending his spare time with the family. He is a passionate Adelaide Crows supporter, enjoys a hit of golf and a long day at the beach. Some of his favourite travel destinations include Cape Town, Tokyo, Porto and Nusa Lembongan.

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Zarko Milakovic

General Manager

‘Zarks’

Career
During his more than 15 years in the industry, Zarko has successfully managed various large-scale and complex fitout, refurbishment, and construction projects for a range of clients across the government, education and commercial sectors. His expertise allows him to forecast risks and solutions to provide programme surety, and his ability to create an effective team environment adds enormous value to his projects. With a very strong work ethic and great attention to detail, Zarko ensures the client’s expectations and project objectives remain a focus from pre-construction phase through to project completion.

Life
Zarko loves nature and the outdoors, skiing with his family, and sitting on the front porch of his 3-acre property in Kinglake, Victoria with a cup of Nescafe Blend 43.

Mark Delzoppo

Mark Delzoppo

Commercial Manager - Bid & Strategy

'Mark'

Career
Mark is responsible for engaging with clients during the sales process, through the design stages to commercial finalisation, including building, civil and landscape works. His role involves working with the client and SHAPE team as well as key subcontractors to ensure the building design, project schedule, and partnership framework is established to ensure project success. With more than 30 years of experience in engineering, business and project management in the mining, construction and building industries, Mark brings a wide range of knowledge to the front end of the project. He has wider interest in modular industry initiatives to improve the impact on the environment and provide accessible housing.

Life
Mark is a devoted father of three grown children. In his spare time, he loves to hit the road bike riding, cooking for his family, and listening to music, especially Nick Cave.

Talk to SHAPE

Reach out to our team today to see how we can partner with you on your next modular build.

Cameron Aitken

Group Manager - Modular

K.L. Modular Systems Australia (or KLMS)

K.L. Modular Systems Aust (or KLMS) was founded in Kinglake, Victoria in 1987, focused on the design and manufacture of modular buildings for the education and local government sectors. Under the helm of owners, Sue Rolland and Geoff Marshall, who purchased KLMS in 2010, the business built its reputation as a market leader in providing high-quality, modern, and custom modular buildings for a range of clients. In 2022, SHAPE acquired KLMS to accelerate its growth into the modular construction market. Bringing together the best of both business, KLMS integrated with SHAPE in 2024, boosting our service nationally and delivering greater value for our clients.

National Footprint

Modular by SHAPE is available across all SHAPE locations Australia-wide and is supported by SHAPE’s national and regional teams for specialist local knowledge and capability.