Leadership Team

Meet the team who are leading the way at Renascent.

Managing Directors

Tony Hargreaves and Andrew Melville

Tony and Andrew founded Renascent in 1995 with a shared belief in building a construction business based on trust, strong relationships, and doing things properly. 

From the beginning, they focused on creating a hardworking, quality-driven team and a culture where people enjoy the work and support each other.  Their leadership still shapes the business today, with a strong focus on consistency, service, and giving clients confidence in how their projects are delivered. 

“Andrew and I started on the tools together —pricing the work, building it, carrying materials, cleaning up. It’s how we learned the business, and it still shapes how we run it today.” - Tony

National

Andrew Juda
Chief Operations Officer
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National
Andrew has been with Renascent for 20 years and leads the business operations team, ensuring continual smooth running of our business nationally. Contributing to the successful delivery of numerous projects across Australia, he has the experience to manage any challenge, and does so with composure and support.
Michael Pacetta
Chief Financial Officer
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National
Michael has over 35 years of experience with a successful track record overseeing large complex businesses. His strong background in finance is supported by extensive experience in commercial management, product management, supply chain, sales management and forecasting.
Jack Sullivan
Chief Customer Officer
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National
Jack is a seasoned business development leader with two decades in the construction industry and a deep understanding of the challenges both customers and builders face. He works with clients to drive collaboration and deliver better project outcomes by drawing on insights gained from working on both sides of the contract and consulting on major deals in numerous industries.
Jennifer Drennan
National People & Culture Manager
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National
Jennifer is a people focused leader who believes if you provide the right balance for your employees, you end up tipping the scales towards success. Jennifer’s strength is her ability to build deeper relationships. A genuine care for those around her and positive outlook ensures HR’s focus on employee engagement, inclusivity and a positive work culture is continuously cultivated.
Alex Smallbone 
National Commercial Manager 
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National
Jess Hill
National Marketing & Bids Manager
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National
David Milutin
National HSEQ Manager
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National
David manages our HSEQ systems and processes with genuine care and a passion to make a difference. With deep commitment to keeping all of our staff and site workers safe, he prioritises wellbeing through proactive leadership and drives our safety record with continual process improvement.

State

Rob Close
General Manager, Orange
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NSW Regional
Highly-motivated and results orientated, Rob leads our Orange business. Growing up in Orange, Rob has a deep understanding of the region and strong relationships with local suppliers. His broad experience has also seen him manage complex and challenging projects, and build strong, collaborative relationships.
Beaumont Du Preez
General Manager, Perth
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Perth
With 20 years’ experience, Beaumont is responsible for the strategy, delivery, and customer experience of our Perth branch. He’s passionate about putting customers at the heart of everything he does and has a steadfast dedication to delivering projects right first time, every time. A sous chef in a former life, Beaumont is skilled at managing multiple projects, with clear and open communications.
Peter Kang
General Manager, Sydney
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Sydney
With over two decades of expertise, Peter excels in managing diverse projects from new builds to heritage restorations in healthcare, retail, and education. Renowned for leading teams to excellence, he adeptly navigates project challenges, ensuring seamless progress with a focus on risk management and stakeholder engagement.
Scott Lamb
General Manager, Canberra
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Canberra
With over 30 years of industry knowledge, Scott leads a highly motivated, award winning team of experienced individuals in Canberra. His strategy coupled with strong technical aptitude and clear communication, successfully delivers on a variety of complex projects. He adopts a customer-centric approach with an in-depth understanding of secure, compliant project delivery, spanning various sectors including Defence, Federal and Local Government.
Matt Smith
General Manager, Brisbane
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Brisbane
Matt brings end-to-end construction leadership experience, having progressed from trade through to senior pre-construction and construction management roles. He joins Renascent with a strong track record across commercial fitout, retirement, education, industrial and multi-residential projects, including major refurbishments and developments up to $250M. A people-focused leader, Matt is passionate about building strong teams and delivering sustainable growth. As a Brisbane local, his deep market knowledge and established industry relationships play a key role in strengthening Renascent’s Queensland presence.
David Woolsey
General Manager, Melbourne
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Melbourne
A people led manager, David brings a vast range of experience to our Melbourne team. Along with providing our clients with open, timely and accurate communication, David provides guidance to the whole Victorian business. He ensures his team are always striving to achieve the best possible outcomes, whilst enjoying the process.
Saskia Arief
Design Manager
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Sydney
Saskia is a highly skilled Interior Architect with over 20 years' experience in architecture, interior design, and construction across Australia and the APAC region. Renowned for her unwavering commitment to design excellence, she combines her expertise in the built environment with strong project and brand management capabilities. Saskia excels in streamlining the design process from concept development to final delivery, ensuring exceptional outcomes. Her strengths in organisation, budgeting, and time management enable her to consistently achieve optimal results for clients.
Michael Ettrick
Project Director
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Sydney
Michael excels at developing and mentoring project teams, as a proven team leader he prides himself on being able to cohesively bring together the project group and align with its project goals and ambitions. His strength lies in his ability to understand and deliver in line with the client’s needs and expectations, bringing certainty to a project and an 'outside the box' approach.
Tracey Ayto 
Project Director 
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Perth
Natasha Ellis
Design Manager 
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Melbourne
Haran Janarthanan
Project Director 
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Melbourne
Taj Darvall
Project Director
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Scott Hubbard 
Project Director
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NSW Regional
Milly Smart
Business Development
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Melbourne
Pepe Ianniello
Client Engagement
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Brisbane
Mick Hargreaves
Business Development
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Sydney
Mick brings over 20 years of invaluable experience in the construction industry, showcasing a career marked by versatility and dedication. Known for his people-focused approach, Mick thrives on cultivating strong, lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners. Having held various roles within the construction sector, he has gained a comprehensive understanding of the industry's intricacies. Mick’s true strengths and passions lie in sales, marketing, and business development. His ability to identify opportunities, craft tailored solutions, and drive growth has been pivotal in his career success. With a natural talent for connecting with people and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mick consistently delivers results that exceed expectations and contribute to long-term success.
Rob Close
General Manager, Orange
read more
NSW Regional
Highly-motivated and results orientated, Rob leads our Orange business. Growing up in Orange, Rob has a deep understanding of the region and strong relationships with local suppliers. His broad experience has also seen him manage complex and challenging projects, and build strong, collaborative relationships.
Beaumont Du Preez
General Manager, Perth
read more
Perth
With 20 years’ experience, Beaumont is responsible for the strategy, delivery, and customer experience of our Perth branch. He’s passionate about putting customers at the heart of everything he does and has a steadfast dedication to delivering projects right first time, every time. A sous chef in a former life, Beaumont is skilled at managing multiple projects, with clear and open communications.
Peter Kang
General Manager, Sydney
read more
Sydney
With over two decades of expertise, Peter excels in managing diverse projects from new builds to heritage restorations in healthcare, retail, and education. Renowned for leading teams to excellence, he adeptly navigates project challenges, ensuring seamless progress with a focus on risk management and stakeholder engagement.
Andrew Juda
Chief Operations Officer
read more
National
Andrew has been with Renascent for 20 years and leads the business operations team, ensuring continual smooth running of our business nationally. Contributing to the successful delivery of numerous projects across Australia, he has the experience to manage any challenge, and does so with composure and support.
Scott Lamb
General Manager, Canberra
read more
Canberra
With over 30 years of industry knowledge, Scott leads a highly motivated, award winning team of experienced individuals in Canberra. His strategy coupled with strong technical aptitude and clear communication, successfully delivers on a variety of complex projects. He adopts a customer-centric approach with an in-depth understanding of secure, compliant project delivery, spanning various sectors including Defence, Federal and Local Government.
Michael Pacetta
Chief Financial Officer
read more
National
Michael has over 35 years of experience with a successful track record overseeing large complex businesses. His strong background in finance is supported by extensive experience in commercial management, product management, supply chain, sales management and forecasting.
Jack Sullivan
Chief Customer Officer
read more
National
Jack is a seasoned business development leader with two decades in the construction industry and a deep understanding of the challenges both customers and builders face. He works with clients to drive collaboration and deliver better project outcomes by drawing on insights gained from working on both sides of the contract and consulting on major deals in numerous industries.
Matt Smith
General Manager, Brisbane
read more
Brisbane
Matt brings end-to-end construction leadership experience, having progressed from trade through to senior pre-construction and construction management roles. He joins Renascent with a strong track record across commercial fitout, retirement, education, industrial and multi-residential projects, including major refurbishments and developments up to $250M. A people-focused leader, Matt is passionate about building strong teams and delivering sustainable growth. As a Brisbane local, his deep market knowledge and established industry relationships play a key role in strengthening Renascent’s Queensland presence.
David Woolsey
General Manager, Melbourne
read more
Melbourne
A people led manager, David brings a vast range of experience to our Melbourne team. Along with providing our clients with open, timely and accurate communication, David provides guidance to the whole Victorian business. He ensures his team are always striving to achieve the best possible outcomes, whilst enjoying the process.
Saskia Arief
Design Manager
read more
Sydney
Saskia is a highly skilled Interior Architect with over 20 years' experience in architecture, interior design, and construction across Australia and the APAC region. Renowned for her unwavering commitment to design excellence, she combines her expertise in the built environment with strong project and brand management capabilities. Saskia excels in streamlining the design process from concept development to final delivery, ensuring exceptional outcomes. Her strengths in organisation, budgeting, and time management enable her to consistently achieve optimal results for clients.
Jennifer Drennan
National People & Culture Manager
read more
National
Jennifer is a people focused leader who believes if you provide the right balance for your employees, you end up tipping the scales towards success. Jennifer’s strength is her ability to build deeper relationships. A genuine care for those around her and positive outlook ensures HR’s focus on employee engagement, inclusivity and a positive work culture is continuously cultivated.
Michael Ettrick
Project Director
read more
Sydney
Michael excels at developing and mentoring project teams, as a proven team leader he prides himself on being able to cohesively bring together the project group and align with its project goals and ambitions. His strength lies in his ability to understand and deliver in line with the client’s needs and expectations, bringing certainty to a project and an 'outside the box' approach.
Alex Smallbone 
National Commercial Manager 
read more
National
Jess Hill
National Marketing & Bids Manager
read more
National
Tracey Ayto 
Project Director 
read more
Perth
Natasha Ellis
Design Manager 
read more
Melbourne
Haran Janarthanan
Project Director 
read more
Melbourne
Taj Darvall
Project Director
read more
Scott Hubbard 
Project Director
read more
NSW Regional
David Milutin
National HSEQ Manager
read more
National
David manages our HSEQ systems and processes with genuine care and a passion to make a difference. With deep commitment to keeping all of our staff and site workers safe, he prioritises wellbeing through proactive leadership and drives our safety record with continual process improvement.
Milly Smart
Business Development
read more
Melbourne
Pepe Ianniello
Client Engagement
read more
Brisbane
Mick Hargreaves
Business Development
read more
Sydney
Mick brings over 20 years of invaluable experience in the construction industry, showcasing a career marked by versatility and dedication. Known for his people-focused approach, Mick thrives on cultivating strong, lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry partners. Having held various roles within the construction sector, he has gained a comprehensive understanding of the industry's intricacies. Mick’s true strengths and passions lie in sales, marketing, and business development. His ability to identify opportunities, craft tailored solutions, and drive growth has been pivotal in his career success. With a natural talent for connecting with people and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mick consistently delivers results that exceed expectations and contribute to long-term success.
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