About Lou Agnello

Lou’s career in the construction industry spans more than 45 years. With his wealth of experience and knowledge of trade, operational and management matters, it’s not surprising that he’s widely respected by his peers.

As a director of Manteena, Lou carries out executive management duties for the company, but also provides construction management support to both project managers and site supervisors. He’s also a certified skills assessor and trainer. His involvement with the Construction Industry Training Council and the Master Builders Association allows him to pass on his knowledge to the next generation of young builders entering the industry – it’s a contribution Lou takes pride in and enjoys greatly.

In recognition of his dedication and contribution to the industry, Lou was awarded the IFAWPCA-CHOI Construction Fieldman Award by the International Federation of Asian & Western Pacific Contractors’ Associations in 2007.

Awards & Achievements

  • Corporate Member

    Master Builders Association of the ACT

  • CHOI CONSTRUCTION FIELDMAN AWARD

    International Federation of Asian and Western Pacific Contractors’ Association

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Goodwin Aged Care “The Central” Stages II & III
    PCA “ACT Development of the Year” 2019

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Goodwin Aged Care “The Central” Stages II & III
    HIA ACT/SNSW Special Housing Award 2018

  • Senior Construction Manager

    The Link, Ginninderry Multi-purpose Centre
    AIPM Project Management Achievement Award 2017

  • Senior Construction Manager

    The Link, Ginninderry Multi-purpose Centre
    MBA ACT Judges’ Commendation 2018

  • Senior Construction Manager

    High Commission of Samoa
    MBA National Commercial Building $5M Award 2018

  • Senior Construction Manager

    High Commission of Samoa
    MBA ACT Commercial Building <$5M Award 2018

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Currong Apartments Demolition
    MBA ACT Excellence in WHS Award 2017

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Next Generation Sports Club
    MBA ACT Commercial Building $5M-$20M Award 2018

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Garangula Gallery
    MBA ACT “Project of the Year” 2014

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Comcare Tenancy Fitout
    MBA ACT Office Fitout/Refurb $5M+ Award 2013

  • Senior Construction Manager

    Gungahlin Community Health Centre
    MBA ACT Excellence in WHS Award 2012

  • Senior Construction Manager

    National Gallery of Australia Extension
    AIB ACT Professional Excellence Award 2011

  • Senior Construction Manager

    James Turrell ‘Sky Space’
    MBA National Best Public Building <$5M Award 2010

  • Foreman

    ACT Parks & Wildlife Mitchell Refurbishment under $500K Award 1997

Licences & Certifications

  • ACT Construction Occupation Licence Class A No.19741086
  • Australian Government Security Clearances

Lou Agnello

Senior Construction Manager
Security | Director