STEWART CONSTRUCTION - Key Persons


Barry Taylor

Job Titles:
  • Joinery Manager
Barry is a Joiner by trade he joined the company in 2017 as Joinery Manager. He keeps himself busy out of work hours with DIY, family and spending time in his caravan in Clyde.

David Grant - Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Managing Director
Joined the company in November 2006 as a Junior Quantity Surveyor and worked his way to his current position. David is now a majority Shareholder and Managing Director. David spends his time outside of work with his young family, landscaping and playing indoor sports like netball and basketball. Responsibilities include Construction Pricing and Project Management.

Jo Autridge

Job Titles:
  • Office Manager
Jo keeps the office humming. She's the go to for all accounts receivable and payable. She's the source of much hilarity in the office. She is devoted to her delightful dog Lucy who sometimes if she's really lucky gets to spend the day in the office with mum.

Jodie Peters

Job Titles:
  • Contracts Manager
  • Director
Jodie ran his own building business in Wellington before migrating south and becoming a Foreman for Stewart's in 2011 and a Contract Manager in 2012. Jodie is one of 3 Directors of Stewart Construction and spends much of his time outside of work with his young family and building projects at home.

Matt Boivin

Job Titles:
  • Contracts Manager
Matt also hails from the BOP, a qualified builder, has come most recently from the electrical trade as a Quantity Surveyor. Matt dedicates is free time to Cycling, his beloved schnauzers and his crib in Clyde.

Rachael McDowall

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist
Rachael is the voice behind the phone, she has been connected with the Dunedin Surf Life Saving Club for many years, represented NZ in Bowls and keeps us all fed with yummy treats.

Sam Brouwer

Job Titles:
  • Director
  • Quantity Surveyor
Sam originally started as an Apprentice Builder with us however due to a career ending soccer injury decided to join the office dwellers as a Quantity Surveyor. Sam is one of three Directors of Stewart Construction.

Sam Hobson

Job Titles:
  • Health and Safety Coordinator
Sam looks after all aspects of Health and Safety for Stewart Construction. She has a passion for occupational health. Outside of work will find her trekking up hills, mountains or at the beach with her two dogs.

Stephen Bithell

Job Titles:
  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Member to Join Our Team
Stephen is the newest member to join our team. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and an English accent! Stephens background as a qualified builder gives him the ability to understand the requirements for all types of projects.