About Simon Agnello

Simon joined Manteena in 1997. Starting his career as a labourer, he has worked his way through the building site ranks – from administration roles through to project management then into senior management appointments.

In 2007, he was promoted to Manager of the Minor Works Division to lead the activities of this core business unit – a role which later evolved to include larger commercial building projects. He is an astute technical builder, who leads by example by imparting buildability and construction ingenuity knowledge for the betterment of his clients’ projects. As a leader, he openly shares his experience through the mentoring of junior staff and as a collaborative partner with his clients.

Simon has extensive experience in both the public and private sectors and a passion for identifying new technologies to improve efficiency and productivity within the business.

Awards & Achievements

  • Operations Manager

    Lao Embassy
    MBA ACT Commercial Building $5M-$20M Award 2019

  • Operations Manager

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

  • Operations Manager

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

  • Operations Manager

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

  • Operations Manager

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

  • Manager, Minor Works Division

    Dominion Cct Forrest Heritage Extension
    HIA ACT/SNSW
    Renovation/Addition Project of the Year 2016
    Heritage Restoration Project of the Year 2016
    Renovation/Addition Project over $650,000
    Renovated Bathroom

  • Manager, Minor Works Division

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

Licences & Certifications

  • ACT Construction Occupation Licence Class B No.200941

Simon Agnello

Operations Manager
Commercial | Director