People

Our People

Driven by experience, united by values

With decades of combined experience, from engineering and commercial leadership to hands-on project delivery, we bring more than expertise. We hire not just for technical skill, but for values and behaviour: safety, quality, collaboration, and integrity. We’re deeply committed to keeping promises, delivering value, and working seamlessly with our trusted network of subcontractors and specialist trades who share our standards. Whether you’re a client relying on certainty or someone looking to do your best work, our team delivers.

Our Culture

Partnerships built on respect, clarity, and results

With decades of combined experience, from engineering and commercial leadership to hands-on project delivery, we bring more than expertise. We hire not just for technical skill, but for values and behaviour: safety, quality, collaboration, and integrity. We’re deeply committed to keeping promises, delivering value, and working seamlessly with our trusted network of subcontractors and specialist trades who share our standards. Whether you’re a client relying on certainty or someone looking to do your best work, our team delivers.

Our Leadership

Guided by experience, driven by integrity

Our directors are deeply involved in both leading our teams and overseeing project delivery. With decades of combined experience, they actively guide each project from planning through to completion, ensuring that our commitment to safety, quality, and value is upheld at every stage. Their hands-on leadership fosters a collaborative environment, empowering our teams to consistently achieve outstanding results.

Tam Nguyen

NSW State Business Manager

Paul Mountney

QLD State Delivery Manager

Matthew Lowe

QLD State Business Manager

Luke Hill

NSW State Delivery Manager

Andrew Dunbar

Operations Manager

Paul Wise

Business & Technical Manager

Our values are the guiding principles that define how we do things here at Tallai.

Safety

We don’t cut corners when it comes to keeping everyone safe; employees, subcontractors, clients, and the community. We look out for each other and stand by our word. Every role has safety built in, with clear responsibilities and regular training. Each day, we take steps to get better and make sure each project is safe not just to build, but to use and maintain.

Surety

We believe in getting it right first time. Backed by our IMS, we carefully check all scopes and specifications so nothing gets missed. Our experienced team and trusted subcontractors deliver dependable results. With strong controls, we plan, forecast, and budget with realism so outcomes last.

Value

We stay lean so we can move fast and make every dollar count. We share ideas, collaborate closely, and always look for better ways of doing things. When a simpler, smarter solution works, we use it. Repeatable successes and efficiency are what we aim for.

Integrity

It’s simple: we do what we say - no surprises. Our people act with integrity, operate honestly, respectfully and hold each other accountable. We choose partners and supply chains we can rely on, and always look for win-win outcomes.

People