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BMC
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Brendan Murray
Northern Director

BMC have a great team to deliver your project with both on and off-site support to ensure full coverage.  We have built our business around delivering high volumes of dwellings to a quality standard and refined our systems to achieve this.  BMC is now a team of 50 strong. We have a large nationwide supply base of reliable subcontractors/suppliers and Contract Builders to support our own build crews.

We believe in the value of partnerships and aligning with our clients early in their projects to ensure the greatest value can be achieved for the client. We are confident in the great team we have built around us who will ensure we are able to deliver. Our scale and track record means we can deliver certainty to our clients, guaranteeing capacity.

300+
Dwellings Completed
6
Regions
8
Teams
50
Employees
Meet the team
Who We Are

Our Amazing Team

Leadership

Brendan leads the North Island operations, guiding strategy and performance across the Central North and Auckland/Northland regions. He supports Regional Managers Carl and Shaye, and plays a key role in national client relations and financial performance, ensuring growth and continuity for BMC and our clients.

Brendan Murray

Northern Director

Braeden oversees the South Island, guiding strategy and performance across all the Southern projects. He supports Regional Manager Matt and leading the continuous improvement of our operational processes. His focus is on driving quality delivery, team development, and systems that position BMC for long-term success.

Braeden Petrie

Southern Director

Shaun brings a sharp commercial mind to BMC's financial leadership. As CFO, he's focused on sustainable growth, sound decision-making, and making sure the numbers tell the right story. With a career in finance that started at 18, he's built the kind of practical instinct that comes from working across real businesses through real challenges

Shaun Crowley

Chief Financial Officer

Matt drives day-to-day operations in the South Island, overseeing projects, financials, and teams. He’s committed to delivering quality builds, strong client relationships, and operational excellence.

Matt Kottier

Southern Regional Manager

Carl leads the Central division, driving project performance and efficiency across the region. With a focus on resource management, client relationships, and consistent delivery, he plays a key role in maintaining BMC’s reputation for quality outcomes.

Carl Adamson

Central Regional Manager

Shaye leads the Northern division, overseeing project delivery and team performance across the region. With a strong focus on stakeholder collaboration and continuous improvement, he helps ensure BMC remains a trusted partner wherever we operate.

Shaye Welch

Northern Regional Manager

Althea is a Certified Public Accountant with over 15 years of experience across accounting, auditing, tax, and financial management. Her background includes roles in bookkeeping, financial control, and audit, bringing strong financial knowledge and attention to detail to the BMC team. At BMC, Althea supports the finance team with day-to-day accounting and administrative functions, helping ensure processes run smoothly and efficiently. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy as well as an MBA.

Althea Salazar

Accounts Payable

As Executive Assistant, she closely collaborates with the senior management team. Her key responsibilities involve managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling communication, organizing documents, and providing administrative support. These tasks are vital for ensuring smooth operations, efficient workflow, and effective communication within the company. She also oversees the well-being of the company staff, ensuring they have the necessary resources for their tasks, such as arranging training or providing new uniforms. Despite facing daily challenges, as a mother of two active boys, she excels in organization and multitasking to fulfil her diverse roles within the company.

Jamie-Lee Tu’ua

Executive Assistant

With over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry, Daryl’s knowledge is evident in how he manages a construction site. Daryl’s role within the company is to make sure all health and safety practices are upheld on site and well documented. Daryl reports daily to Braeden to ensure all foreman and sub-contractors are carrying out work to the highest standard.

Daryl Dawson

Health & Safety and Maintenance Manager

She completed her Diploma in Construction – Quantity Surveying in 2023. Mikayla enjoys problem-solving, cost analysis, collaborating with a team to finish projects, and witnessing client satisfaction at project handover. Her daily tasks involve procurement and financial analysis, contract administration, liaising with subcontractors, and assisting in cost management throughout projects.

Mikayla Beauvais

Southern Commercial Manager

Matt began his construction career following the 2011 Christchurch earthquakes and has since built extensive experience across high-end residential projects, large-scale renovations, and multi-unit developments. His strong industry knowledge, attention to detail, and practical leadership style have seen him progress into a Construction Manager role at BMC. As Construction Manager, Matt works closely with project and site teams to oversee project delivery, support operational performance, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. He is passionate about mentoring teams, solving challenges, and delivering quality outcomes for clients. Outside of work, Matt enjoys spending time with his partner and three children, socialising, and keeping active through fitness and training.

Matt Clydesdale

Southern Construction Manager

Ziggy brings over 15 years of experience in the construction industry, with a background in architectural builds where he developed a strong eye for detail and a commitment to quality workmanship. His practical experience and leadership skills have helped him progress into a Construction Manager role at BMC. As Construction Manager, Ziggy works closely with project and site teams to oversee project delivery, support operational performance, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to BMC’s high standards. He is passionate about developing people, driving continuous improvement, and creating strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and teams across the business. Outside of work, Ziggy enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys and can often be found involved in rugby or enjoying the outdoors with his family.

Ziggy Tu'ua

Southern Construction Manager

Quantity Surveyors

Hannah brings around 9 years of construction industry experience across projects including schools, hospitals, hotels, social housing, heritage refurbishments, and airport developments. At BMC, she supports procurement, cost tracking, and subcontractor coordination to help projects run smoothly from planning through to delivery. Hannah enjoys building strong relationships with clients, consultants, and trades while working collaboratively with the wider team.

Hannah Zhou

Quantity Surveyor

Alice Black

Quantity Surveyor

As a Quantity Surveyor, he is involved in contract administration, procurement, and cost reporting, helping projects stay organised and financially on track. He is motivated by being part of projects that create a tangible impact within the community and enjoys contributing to developments that people will ultimately call home. Having worked on retirement village projects so far, Steven has enjoyed seeing how these communities come together from concept through to completion. Outside of work, Steven enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking, and keeping active at the gym.

Steven Philalom

Quantity Surveyor

Stephen has nearly 15 years of experience in the construction industry, beginning his career in Ireland before moving to New Zealand in 2012. Since then, he has worked across residential, commercial, and insurance rebuild projects. As a Project Quantity Surveyor at BMC, Stephen manages the commercial side of projects, including payment claims, financial reporting, variations, and cost control. He enjoys technically challenging projects and working closely with project teams to deliver strong commercial outcomes. Outside of work, Stephen enjoys training at the gym, staying active outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and following sport especially Chelsea Football Club.

Stephen Lawlor

Quantity Surveyor

Michael is a Quantity Surveyor with 4 years’ experience within the PQS environment. His Trade background and knowledge within Architectural and Building Services (MEP) gives him a well- rounded understanding of the project life cycle. Michael’s various project experience includes office fitouts, schools, libraries, hospitals, aquatic centres, and substations. Michael intends to further build on his project portfolio with the BMC team. When Michael isn’t in the office he enjoys sports, fishing and cooking.

Michael Leggett

Quantity Surveyor

Tim has recently joined BMC as Quantity Surveyor. He brings with him over 10 years of experience in the construction industry. Tim is passionate about being a part of a team and manages all aspects of a project from design to final handover. Tim will manage and support with tenders, procurement and project coordination and is a great addition to the BMC team. Tim also enjoys being outdoors and can often be found mountain biking, snow-boarding and fishing when he isn’t in the office.

Tim Taylor

Quantity Surveyor

Ethan joined BMC in 2022 as a labourer and soon began an apprenticeship. After a year on-site, he moved to another company before deciding to pursue Quantity Surveying in 2024. The timing aligned with Carl reaching out, and Ethan returned to BMC in a new role while continuing his studies. Since then, he’s continued to build on his practical experience while studying, thriving in BMC’s supportive, fast-paced, and team-focused environment. He’s known for his strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and bringing good energy to the team environment.

Ethan Viliamu

Quantity Surveyor

George joined BMC while completing his Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying) at Ara Institute of Canterbury. In his role as Junior Quantity Surveyor, he is involved in cost planning, reviewing drawings, payment claims, and supporting project teams to keep projects running smoothly and within budget. George enjoys the analytical and problem-solving side of construction and is currently involved in projects including Coastal View Village in Nelson and a BMC development in Christchurch. Outside of work, he enjoys running, mountain biking, golf, surfing, and snow sports.

George Wallace

Junior Quantity Surveyor

Project Managers

Jason brings 18 years of experience in the construction industry and a strong focus on delivering high-quality projects. At BMC, he oversees the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on programme, and to a high standard while coordinating closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. He enjoys the challenge of bringing together people, programmes, and resources to deliver successful builds and particularly values working on retirement village developments that create lasting communities for residents to enjoy. Outside of work, Jason enjoys golf, tennis, home renovations, and spending time with his wife and three boys.

Jason Gillies

Hybrid Site Manager / Project Manager

Andrew brings 18 years of experience in the construction industry and a strong focus on delivering projects that run smoothly for both clients and subcontractors. At BMC, he manages projects day-to-day, coordinating teams and maintaining high standards across site operations. He enjoys problem-solving and working on projects that positively impact communities. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys hunting, fishing, diving, motorbiking and mountain biking, usually with his kids alongside him.

Andrew Higgins

Project Manager

Hadlee joined Brendan Murray Construction in 2023 and is based in Whangarei, where he lives with his wife and four children. Growing up locally and becoming a qualified builder in 2016, he brings a wealth of experience to the team having completed large scale commercial and residential projects across the Northland region. Hadlee has an impeccable reputation in the local construction industry, which he has earnt through applying his strong organisational and management skillset to the projects that he has been involved with. When not on site, he enjoys spending quality time with his family and playing rugby/golf.

Hadlee Matson

Project Manager

Tom and Brendan have been working alongside each since the beginning. During this time they have grown a respectful and enjoyable working relationship. Brendan has complete trust in Tom and when it comes to dealing with clients, Sub – Contractors and consultants tom has a great approach earning him respect throughout the industry.

Thomas Nyenhuis

Project Manager

Avneet started as an apprentice with Brendan in 2016, qualified early 2020 and has recently taken the position of Site Manager. Avneet has great time management and work ethic, he is reliable and has an eye for detail which makes him a great Site Manager. He enjoys working alongside subs to ensure all work is completed to a high standard. Av enjoys working out and socialising when he isn’t on site or in the office.

Avneet Singh

Project Manager

Henry began his career in construction straight out of school in 2014, completing his building apprenticeship and becoming a qualified builder by 2017. With a strong foundation on the tools and a practical understanding of site operations, Henry brings valuable hands-on experience to his role. He’s known for his energetic approach, clear communication, and ability to lead teams effectively to deliver quality results. Outside of work, Henry enjoys keeping active through sports and hitting the gym.

Henry Race

Project Manager

Lee started his construction journey in Europe at the age of 18. Lee went on to serve as a Physical Training Instructor in the RNZAF before gaining experience in commercial construction and underground drilling in Aus. Since returning to NZ in 2015, he’s progressed from builder to site manager to running his own company. He has worked through all areas of construction which brings a great understanding of what is required with solid experience to back it up. Lee is known for his clear communication, high standards, and practical leadership. He enjoys surfing, motocross with his family, and working on project cars in his spare time.

Lee Bremer

Project Manager

Site Managers

Braedon brings 12 years of construction industry experience, with a background across multi-storey residential, large-scale housing developments, and light commercial projects. As a Site Manager at BMC, he coordinates trades and manages project delivery to help keep projects on time and on budget. Braedon values the strong team culture at BMC and brings practical leadership, local building knowledge, and a willingness to adapt and learn.

Braedon Rix

Site Manager

Henry brings over 15 years of construction experience across renovations, architectural homes, civil projects, vineyards, and large-scale residential builds. At BMC, he supports project delivery through subcontractor coordination, programme management, health and safety, and day-to-day site operations. Henry enjoys the strong team culture at BMC and takes pride in delivering quality projects alongside the wider team.

Henry Bithray

Site Manager

Isaac has been working in the construction industry for nearly 20 years, starting his career in interiors before moving into larger commercial and residential projects and progressing into site management. His experience across multiple areas of construction has given him a strong practical understanding of project delivery from start to finish. At BMC, Isaac works closely with subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate programmes, maintain strong site relationships, and ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently. He enjoys being part of BMC’s growing Central region and thrives on large-scale developments, including the 54-villa Parewaitai Village project currently underway. Outside of work, Isaac enjoys surfing with his kids and making the most of the outdoors, as well as the occasional DnB gig with friends.

Isaac Banks

Site Manager

Joel Trott

Site Manager

Jordin brings 13 years of experience in the residential construction industry and a strong focus on delivering quality homes. As a Site Manager at BMC, he oversees the day-to-day running of site operations, coordinating trades and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. He enjoys working on well-planned projects with strong communication and good crews, and takes pride in stepping back at the end of a build and seeing the finished result. Outside of work, Jordin enjoys spending time with his wife and two young kids, as well as fishing, hunting, rugby, and a round of golf with family and friends.

Jordin Kopa

Site Manager

Nick Weaver

Site Manager

Rob brings over 23 years of experience in the construction industry, working his way up from the tools to Site Manager and Contract Manager roles within the civil sector. At BMC, he oversees the day-to-day running of site operations, coordinating trades and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard. Rob enjoys fast-paced projects that require strong problem-solving and teamwork, and takes pride in seeing a project come together from start to finish. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and making the most of New Zealand’s active outdoor lifestyle with his kids.

Rob Harriman

Site Manager

Sean has been working in the construction industry since 2013 and brings a strong focus on teamwork, planning, and project delivery. As a Site Manager at BMC, he oversees programme scheduling, subcontractor coordination, health and safety, quality control, and day-to-day site operations. He enjoys the challenge of multi-unit developments and takes pride in building strong relationships that help projects run successfully. Outside of work, Sean enjoys spending time with his wife and two young boys, as well as golf and catching up with mates.

Sean Christian

Site Manager

Moe is originally from England and started in the construction industry as soon as he finished school. Moe has a vast range of experience in civil, commercial and residential building. He brings a great range of skills to the team and enjoys teaching our younger staff all he knows. Moe enjoys the challenge of building and helping manage the process from start to finish. He is an outdoors man and enjoys hunting & fishing in his beautiful backyard – Nelson!

Moe Cook

Site Manager

Jack started working with Brendan as an apprentice, and has since qualified. Jack is passionate about building, has a good eye for detail, and good general knowledge of the industry. Jack is known for good banter which makes him easily approachable. Jack uses his excellent leadership skills day to day by leading the carpentry teams and passing on his knowledge to the apprentices. When Jack isn’t on the tools he enjoys all things outdoors, long walks on the beach and a beer or two with the lads!

Jack Western

Site Manager

Originally from the far North, Scott has been involved in the building industry 5+ years. He has experience working on high-end residential homes before joining BMC. In his role at BMC, he collaborates closely with subcontractors on-site to ensure the smooth and safe progress of the construction. His responsibilities include managing building materials, scheduling inspections, overseeing health and safety measures, and resolving any issues that may arise.

Scott Cameron

Site Manager

Rory has worked his way up through the ranks, gaining solid experience on the tools and becoming a trusted leading hand on site. With a strong work ethic and a sharp eye for detail, Rory plays a key role in guiding the carpentry team and assisting the site manager, keeping things running smoothly day to day.

Rory Vaeluaga

Site Manager

Leading Hands

Jack Sharpe started out as a qualified builder at BMC and has progressed to the role of leading hand. Jack is a great builder who finishes each task to a high standard. Day to day he works alongside the site manager by overseeing all builds on site and running daily meetings with the team to set tasks for the day. As a leading hand he enjoys assisting with the management side of the build while still being on the tools. On the weekend Jack enjoys watching and playing sport!

Jack Sharpe

Leading Hand

Hayden started building in 2011 and has experience in both residential and commercial builds. Hayden enjoys being a part of a team, keeping fit on the job and seeing the progress from the beginning of the build to client handover. Hayden spends his free time hanging out with mates, and relaxing over a few beers.

Hayden Clydesdale

Leading Hand

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