CULTURE

CULTURE

The Newpol team comprises technical and construction experts along with degree and trade-qualified personnel.

Our culture delivers results that lead our industry.

Newpol is committed to the continual growth and development of our people, and are proud of the supportive environment and opportunities available to team members.

Our culture inspires passion and commitment within the construction industry.

Collaboration.

Teamwork is a central tenet of our company culture. We share expertise and knowledge, and encourage collaboration, efficient decision-making processes, and innovative ideation. Our open and hands-on management style allows the leadership team to mentor and guide, whilst encouraging the ideas and insights of all employees. This inclusivity enhances our ability to respond and adapt with a supportive network of knowledge and experience. All team members share and promote Newpol’s direction and purpose, with an overarching focus on exceptional client and stakeholder satisfaction.
Diversity Adding Value.

Diversity Adding Value.

It’s our great privilege to provide a supportive and encouraging workplace for the next generation. We’re committed to continued development of a diverse, equitable and inclusive industry through conscious recruitment, inclusive personal development opportunities, flexible policies, workplace gender audits, and leadership development programs.

Leadership Team.

Lukas Konieczny
Director
Lukas Konieczny
Alastair Grant
Director
Alastair Grant

Alastair holds the overall responsibility in commercial, estimating and financial management. He leads these business functions with a structured and logical approach to ensure the attainment of strategic organisational objectives. This strengthens Newpol’s adaptability within the ever-changing and highly competitive construction industry. Alastair’s nature continuously fosters curiosity, collaboration and enthusiasm amongst the Newpol team.

Jay Ruff
Estimating Manager
Jay Ruff

Jay leads our estimating department and brings a youthful and dynamic energy to our leadership team. He is a natural leader with old school values and promotes stringent and precise processes; determined to secure the best outcome for our team, all whilst prioritising client’s needs through his diligent approach.

James Wright
Commercial Manager
James Wright

James brings 18-years of commercial experience across multiple industry sectors in both Australia and Europe. He is a big believer in the use of technology and collaboration of stakeholders. Therefore, as a mentor, he trains and develops the delivery team staff, to ensure high performance and alignment with Newpol's business standards, procedures, and values.

Dieter Ruff
Operations Manager
Dieter Ruff

Dieter has been directly involved in the growth of several prominent construction companies across his 40-year career. He leads with his hands-on approach and emphasis on the importance of nurturing respectful and synergic relationships between client, architect, consultant, subcontractor and builder. Dieter's ability to resolve technical construction challenges ensures client's project objectives will always be met.

Liz Holzschuster
HSEQ Manager
Liz Holzschuster

With an engineering background and over 25 years experience in the industry, Liz is a passionate health, safety, environment, quality and sustainability practitioner. She cares about the people associated with our projects, has a particular interest in building sustainably, and loves the challenge of simplifying complex tasks and processes.

Genna Gusner
Finance Manager
Genna Gusner

Genna is responsible for managing company statutory reporting obligations, cashflow, budgeting, and forecasting of company growth. Genna’s meticulous approach, coupled with her expertise; holding a Master of Professional Accounting and membership of CPA Australia, offers key skill sets to assist Newpol’s strategic business planning.

Division Managers.

Daniel Polorotoff
Capital Works Manager
Daniel Polorotoff
Karla Ruff
Brand, Marketing, People & Culture
Karla Ruff
Eliza Barnes
DLP Manager
Eliza Barnes
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