Meet Our Team
Wayne Tamai
DirectorWayne brings a wealth of experience and achievement in roles requiring astute strategic planning, leadership and project execution at a very high level - a set of skills that compliment fellow Director Nick to form a dynamic duo. He oversees all aspects of the business to ensure the company values are delivered and client expectations are always met. He values leadership on both fronts; as a leader of his team and also as the frontline of communication with key clients.
Nick Clements
DirectorA licensed builder with 3 decades experience in fitouts and commercial building, Nick oversees and mentors the Commercial Projects team and leads in the areas of sales, design, estimating and project delivery. Nick is excited to direct a great group that offers high levels of service and a true turnkey solution, and leads the team alongside Wayne to fulfil the company's mandate of producing outstanding results for great clients.
Matthew Hills
Projects and Business DevelopmentMatthew is a seasoned project and business development manager with a knack for turning design into real-world success. At the helm of cross-functional teams, he steers projects from the design phase through to implementation and final handover, consistently delivering to a high standard. Beyond his technical ability, Matthew’s real strength lies in his ability to forge and nurture relationships. When he's not orchestrating project wins, you can find him being a proud dad or chasing his next birdie on the golf course.
Kevin Hefer
Project ManagerEver-energetic about architecture and design, Kevin has a keen interest in learning about smaller details behind the construction of projects. Graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture at Griffith Uni, he spent his first year after graduating working at a small firm in the Gold Coast hinterland producing construction documents for school upgrades and projects. With a strong attention to detail, Kevin prides himself on producing quality design and construction documentation.
Adrienne Rowe
Interior DesignerAdrienne is passionate about design, having completed a Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration. Adrienne is also currently pursuing a Bachelor of Interior Architecture, expanding the skillset she is able to provide to our clients. Adrienne enriches each Urban Group project with her knowledge and enthusiasm and does whatever it takes to ensure each client is 100% happy with the end result.
Sophie Corwin
Interior DesignerSophie graduated with a Master's Degree in Architecture in Paris, France. She has over 8 years experience in France, the U.S, New Zealand and Australia. Sophie has a passion for interior design and decoration, she excels in spatial organisation and creating inspired spaces. She enjoys assisting and working closely with clients. Her enthusiasm in design and her interest in producing outstanding results provides a strong asset to the Urban Team.
Alexaan Gisa
Interior DesignerAlexaan has a strong passion and appreciation for all areas of design, including architecture, interior design, graphic design and fashion. After completing a Bachelor of Design (majoring in Interior Design) from Swinburne University, Alexaan became a marketing and graphic designer for fashion brand in Melbourne. Most recently, she spent 5 years working as an interior designer within New Zealand's residential sector. During this time, she fostered enduring client relationships and continues to consult for clients over in NZ. Alexaan loves the creative space and is passionate about establishing genuine connections with clients and interpreting their needs and values into spatial design.
Jourdana Edwards
Interior DesignerJourdana Edwards is an up-and-coming interior designer. She has a passion for crafting spaces that aren't just aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional. Jourdana thrives on the personal side of design, prioritising strong relationships with her clients to ensure that each project reflects their unique vision and needs. Whether she's designing a fitout or revamping a bustling office space, Jourdana brings enthusiasm and innovative thinking to every project.
Ivan Chee
Production and BIM ManagerAfter 15 years of successfully delivering architectural and interior projects, Ivan works within the Urban team to provide detailed design documentation and construction package drawings. It's his passion for communication through drawing, combined with his collaborative approach, that helps bridge project phases, allowing for a smooth process from start to completion. Ivan is equal parts efficient and detailed, meaning he delivers the highest standard of quality for every client.
Cassie Voge
Furniture ManagerCassie has been a key member of the Urban team since 2005, helping deliver the finishing touches to our projects through processing furniture orders, co-ordinating furniture projects & logistics, managing furniture installations, furniture warranties & handling defects. Cassie works closely with our team of dedicated installers to ensure a smooth completion of our connected process.
Christine Zialcita
Furniture Sales SupportChristine has a firm focus on delivering great customer service, which she achieves through providing advice, support and coordination to clients and our team; drawing on her extensive experience and expert knowledge of our process and our furniture offering.
Michael Roates
Operations ManagerMichael has successfully worked across various aspects of the construction industry, with over 2 decades of experience delivering high quality results for large national organisations and SMEs. Michael looks after the site management team and enjoys the enthusiasm of Urban Group. Michael brings together suppliers and subcontractors, and oversees outstanding projects that meet our high standards and create lasting client relationships.
Mick Francis
Project Site ManagerMick brings a wealth of building knowledge and experience, having worked in the industry for nearly 30 years - including 20 years on the tools as a Licenced Plumber. He's worked in all areas of construction from domestic to commercial and industrial, is self-motivated and enjoys applying all this experience to solving problems for our clients.
Matt Atkins
Project Site ManagerMatt is a veteran in commercial construction, with two decades of hands-on experience in both service and structural disciplines. His portfolio is packed with successful completions, ranging from residential setups to commercial projects. Matt’s technical savvy in construction allows him to adapt seamlessly to the unpredictable nature of budgets, schedules, and project demands. Off the clock, Matt is all about family, keeping up with the energetic antics of his three boys, sharing a beer with mates, or peddling away on a new cycling adventure.
Marina Denaro
Commercial ManagerBacked by over 25 years of financial and business planning experience, Marina looks beyond the numbers and firmly believes that Urban's suppliers and clients are an extension of the team. Her role covers providing relevant financial business and project information, statutory reporting and much more.
Julie McGibbon
Accounts PayableWith experience and expertise in administration and finance, Julie is a valued member of our commercial team. Julie coordinates all aspects of accounts payable and processing of financial information, and her professional and approachable nature helps build strong relationships with our team, suppliers and clients.
Rhiza Isles
Commercial Assistant - Client AccountsRhiza is our trusted accountant at Urban, with attention to detail and strong organisational skills to ensure all of our projects run smoothly from an account perspective. Rhiza has a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Accountancy and is an innovative and reliable member of the Urban team.
Gerrit Kruger
SupervisorDiving headfirst into the construction industry straight from high school, Gerrit comes from a varied background. He has worked on high profile sites around Brisbane, such as landscaping for the Botanical Gardens re-vamp and the construction of The Village Yeronga, before joining our team at Urban. Gerrit works closely with our Project Site Managers and Carpenters, preparing job sites and ensuring consistent quality across all projects.