At Skelcon, it’s not enough to simply finish a fitout project and walk away. We are dedicated to providing a quality experience from consultation to construction, and then delivering a high value result.
We understand that collaboration, cooperation and open communication delivers true quality in the end. From our internal processes to the working culture we extend to our clients, these pillars hold up our reputation for consistent quality. From smaller office fitouts to larger projects, we hold the same high bar of standards across the board.
Our attention to detail is second to none, ensuring your investment today maximises its value tomorrow. We hold tight a culture of understanding and empathy for our clients’ constraints, needs and wants and deliver on time, on budget and above expectations.
It’s our mission to ensure we exceed your expectations. We want you to not only end up with a quality fitout finish, but also a positive experience throughout the duration of the project. Our building process, as much as our results, separates us from the rest, delivering added value to your investment.
At every stage through a Skelcon build we aim for a collaborative experience that makes you feel involved in an open, productive environment. We know you’re investing your time, effort and budget to ensure the best quality outcome for your building project, and we’re here to deliver on this.
Meet our specialist team.
Joel Skelton
Director
Joel's knowledge and understanding of the industry is second to none.
Read BioLuke Rhodes
Senior Project Manager
Luke has a keen understanding of the design process and practical solutions.
Read BioMark Gray
Senior Project Manager
Mark is is skilled in project analysis, forecasting and strategy.
Read BioSamuel Clifton
Senior Project Manager
Sam has extensive experience in managing the development of new and existing facilities.
Read BioJess Henderson
Project Manager
Jess joined Skelcon in 2015 while studying construction management at university of Newcastle.
Read BioRobert Anderson
Project Manager
Robert completed a Bachelor of Construction Management with Honours at the University of Newcastle in 2016
Read BioJames OConnor
Project Manager
James joined Skelcon with over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry.
Read BioTaylah Haddow
Project Manager
Taylah's experience allows her to possess strong skills in problem resolution, planning and monitoring.
Read BioBrock Williams
Project Manager
Brock has developed a keen understanding of the design process and practical solutions.
Read BioDamien Green
Site Manager
Damien has excellent management skills to coordinate trades onsite, with great attention to detail.
Read BioPat Sullivan
Site Manager
Pat’s projects have all been a success as a direct result of his ‘out of the square’ mentality.
Read BioJoe Paolacci
Site Manager
Joe brings great enthusiasm and dedication to the team with a very hands on approach
Read BioGrant McGavin
Site Manager
Grant has a great understanding of the demands of the commercial market.
Read BioShane Hughes
Site Manager
Shane is an accomplished plasterer, carpenter and site supervisor
Read BioJoel Skelton
Director
Joel’s career in the construction industry spans over 20 years and, as a result of a wide range of experience in the Newcastle & Hunter area, Joel’s understanding of the NSW standards, supply and trends place Skelcon a step ahead of our competitors.
Having founded his career in the carpentry trade and continued his development with a Bachelor of Building and Construction Management, Joel’s knowledge and understanding of the industry is second to none. His management techniques are an asset to all projects in both a practical and theoretical sense, and his holistic understanding of all project types makes him a strong leader of the Skelcon team.
Prior to founding Skelcon, Joel worked for some of Newcastle’s premier building companies and was inspired to develop Skelcon around the core values of honesty and transparency. As a result, Skelcon offers an alternative and superior method of project delivery to clients, resulting in greater value and investment return.
Joel’s personality, professionalism and skill ensure great relationships with a range of highly professional sub-contractors, and underpin Skelcon as a service-driven company committed to reliability and honesty.
Luke Rhodes
Senior Project Manager
Having completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering at the University of Newcastle in 2012, Luke started his working career in civil and structural design before moving into project management. Over the past six years he has delivered some very complex projects for Skelcon and has received excellent feedback, particularly regarding his great attention to detail and affable nature. Luke has developed a keen understanding of the design process while also bringing practical solutions to the project delivery team.
He is a motivated member of the Skelcon team and works hard to uphold the company’s philosophy.
Mark Gray
Senior Project Manager
Mark completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) at the University of Newcastle. He started in civil construction with a Tier 1 national construction company that eventually lead into commercial construction. Here he had the realisation that commercial and residential building was the path he would like to follow. Prior to his commencement with Skelcon in 2017 he worked for some of the most well known companies within the Newcastle region. His vast experience resulted in him being both a commercially and residentially astute Project Manager. With over 15 years’ experience in providing comprehensive, complicated and high-end projects to clients across the state of NSW, Mark is able to utilise his experience in Project Engineering and Management to meet aggressive programs and project budgets. He is skilled in project analysis, forecasting, strategy, identification of risk and opportunities, as well as the implementation of controls to ensure adherence and compliance of contractual obligations.
Samuel Clifton
Senior Project Manager
Sam’s career in the construction industry is built on direct engagement with onsite activities. Although accomplished in the construction of new projects, Sam has extensive experience in managing the development of existing facilities. His ability to act as an interface between contractors and site inhabitants, and coordinate works within an active site, makes him an asset to the Skelcon team and client base.
Sam completed a Bachelor of Construction Management at the University of Newcastle (2012) and also a building cadetship at Bolkm where he progressed the role of Project Engineer. Since teaming up with Joel at Skelcon in 2014, Sam’s roles and responsibilities have increased in line with his capabilities. Now as a Senior Project Manager, he specialises in managing and delivering small/medium commercial projects and fitouts.
Jess Henderson
Project Manager
Jess joined Skelcon in 2015 while studying construction management at university of Newcastle. In early 2019 Jess completed his construction management degree and is a fulltime junior project manager. During Jess' time at Skelcon he has worked on numerous child care centres and office fitouts.
Robert Anderson
Project Manager
Robert completed a Bachelor of Construction Management with Honours at the University of Newcastle in 2016, whilst completing a scholarship with Newcastle City Council and working as a Contract Administrator & Junior Project Manager in Sydney. Predominantly working on large scale hospitality and pub/club refurbishments throughout NSW and in Sydney, Robert hit the ground running. The fast past nature of this work helped him to develop excellent organisational and time management skills, and an ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a high pressure time sensitive environment. His experience ranges from; multi-residential, general commercial, hotel refurbishments, medical fit outs as well as pub and club refurbishments. Rob has recently joined the Skelcon team in November 2019 and is seen as another great addition to our experienced team.
James OConnor
Project Manager
James joined Skelcon with over 10 years’ experience in the construction industry. Starting his career as a carpenter, he completed his apprenticeship with Eastwick Country Homes in the Southern Highlands and subsequently worked as a tradesman on quality house constructions within the Sydney area whilst completing a Certificate IV in Building & Construction.
He then went on to completing a Bachelor of Construction Management at the University of Newcastle in 2019 whilst working as a Project Manager for a Newcastle based residential construction company. As a Junior Project Manager, James’ combination of formal education and hands-on experience means he is well placed to add value to Skelcon clients.
Taylah Haddow
Project Manager
Taylah completed a Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) with Honours at the University of Newcastle in 2018, whilst working full time as a client-based project manager and quantity surveyor. During this time Taylah completed a wide variety of tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines consistently met. Her experience in residential, light industrial transport, commercial carparks, commercial club refurbishments, childcare centers, hospitality projects and building disputes allows her to possess strong skills in problem resolution, planning, monitoring and communication between clients, and builders.
Since joining Skelcon in February 2019, Taylah has specialised in both dental and office fitouts.
Brock Williams
Project Manager
Brock is currently studying construction management at the University of Newcastle and is expected to graduate at the end of 2019.
Brock started at Skelcon in early 2017 looking to gain experience in the construction industry. Brock has developed a keen understanding of the design process but also brings practical solutions to the project team.
Damien Green
Site Manager
Damien has completed a Diploma in Building and Construction which compliments his trade. Prior to joining Skelcon, Damien worked in the glass and aluminium industry for several years. While travelling overseas and around Australia for six years he continued to work in the construction industry.
Damien has excellent management skills to coordinate trades onsite, with attention to detail to ensure the projects are delivered to the Skelcon high standard of quality and customer satisfaction.
Damien has over 26 years' experience in the building and construction industry. Damien joined Skelcon in 2016 as a Site Manager and over the past three years has been the Site Manager on some of our biggest projects.
Pat Sullivan
Site Manager
Pat has over ten years’ experience in managing and overseeing residential and commercial construction projects, renovations and joinery installation within the broader Hunter Region. His experience and expertise of the local market, trades and suppliers, in conjunction with a strong work ethic, makes Pat a natural leader onsite.
Pat started at Skelcon in 2015 having completed a Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate III in Wood Machinist while developing his skills and knowledge of the industry by undergoing his Diploma of Building. Since joining the team at Skelcon, Pat’s projects have all been a success as a direct result of his ‘out of the square’ mentality, making him an asset to not only the team at Skelcon but also the clients who benefit from his meticulous planning and problem solving skills.
Joe Paolacci
Site Manager
Having completed Certificate III Building and Construction carpentry apprenticeship in Melbourne, Joe progressed very swiftly into site management roles early on in his career within the building industry.
In the past two and a half years since Joe joined the Skelcon team as Site Manager, he has successfully completed several major projects in the multi-residential and childcare sectors.
Joe brings great enthusiasm and dedication to the team with a very hands on approach stemming from his extensive experience as a skilled carpenter. He also enjoys training our motivated up and coming individuals at Skelcon.
Grant McGavin
Site Manager
Grant has completed his Diploma of Construction/ Project Management 2016-2018 (Open College/Tafe ) and completed a trade in plastering (interior linings) between 2002-2005. He has a Certificate 3 in Surveying Technician.
Prior to starting at Skelcon two years ago, Grant ran an interior linings business in the Hunter Valley, specialising in boutique commercial fitout and heritage plastering and restoration projects. Grant has completed numerous commercial and retail fitouts in Sydney and Newcastle regions giving him a vast background in the boutique fitout market. With his previous experience Grant has had a great understanding of the demands of the commercial market, particularly in meeting the main expectations for the client; delivery of the project within time and cost restraints as a key objective, given great variety in projects and presents excellent attention to detail.
Shane Hughes
Site Manager
Having completed his first trade as a plasterer, Shane worked for Wilson Plastering for a period of 10 years as a working team leader running versus projects including Reading Cinemas Charlestown completing all hand crafted walls, ceilings and carved bulkheads to waiting areas and St Pius High School Kotara completing two amphitheaters, class rooms and a kitchen.
He later moved on to Malman constructions, starting a trade as a carpenter and working site supervisor. Here he worked alongside with Newcastle and Lake Macquarie councils completing refurbishing jobs such as Town Hall Newcastle, kitchen and bar refurbishment of Lake Macquarie council chambers, installing disability lifts and auto glass doors.
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