While we have a wealth of qualifications and experience behind us, we aren’t just going to spout them off.

Instead, we want to let you know exactly how our team’s expertise makes your project run so smoothly—and therefore how we make your life easier.

Our team

Rod Phillips — Managing Director
Imco Peereboom — Director of Estimating
Brad Stringfellow — Director of Finance
Tim Awyzio — Director Operations
Joe Pittolo — Project Manager
Simon Molenda — Project Manager
Dean Casey — Project Manager
Mick Roussos — Project Manager
Mark Ellison — Project Manager
Peter Grenda — Project Manager
Tania Wright — Business Development Manager
Alan Bradley — Estimator
Todd Neville — Building Cadet
Margie Beverley — Administration Assistant

Rod Phillips — Managing Director

When you work with Premis Solutions, Rod is the man in the background who keeps everything running like clockwork.

Rod’s experience in commercial interiors began as a registered carpenter involved in the fit-out of commercial offices — so he’s skilled in understanding and facilitating the practicalities of your project.

He has spent almost 30 years working his way up through the commercial fitout industry as Site Foreman, Project Manager, Operations Manager then General Manager and Company Director with a large commercial building contractor.

Having successfully managed hugely complex and demanding projects such as the refurbishment of the Suncorp – Metway Plaza, Turbot St (value $13m, 20 floors over 18mths) Rod has the skills necessary to create and organise any job. And organise the “who, what, when” of your job to guarantee a smooth process.

Making the difference with Premis Solutions

In response to a need within the industry for energetic, expert, professional solutions for commercial fitouts, Rod created Premis Solutions in January 2006.

Rod works and runs the company based on a commitment to being PROACTIVE—he uses his wealth of experience and industry knowledge to plan, supervise and handle every aspect of your project.

Imco Peereboom — Director of Estimating

Imco has 30 years experience within the commercial interiors industry, specialising in high quality tenancy fitouts and refurbishments for both government and corporate clients.

As Director of Estimating with Premis, he’s responsible for asking the RIGHT questions to discover the “Key Drivers” of your project.

So, when you talk to him, he’ll ask you about things like:

The sizing of your office or space;
The materials you wish to use;
Entrances and exits for tradesmen and materials.

His attention to detail also means that he’ll discuss all the “little things” that will make a big difference to your fitout—like lighting and flooring options.

Extensive experience in the building industry

Because Imco began his career as a carpenter, he understands the practicalities of your job, and he knows what will work and what won’t.

Imco’s open professional, style means that he’ll communicate these issues to you to make sure your project starts with the most efficient, practical plan.

As a manager and supervisor for the last 20 years, Imco has come across difficult situations in terms of timing and delivery. So he also has ready solutions to these problems to make sure that there is no disruption to construction or your everyday work.

With his career moving forward from a Project Manager to Estimator to Senior Estimator and finally Company Director with a well known office fit-out contractor, Imco has constantly added to his core competencies— and he brings this wealth of expertise and technical knowledge to Premis Solutions.

Brad Stringfellow — Director of Finance

Brad’s extensive experience in both public accountancy and accountancy for the building industry means that he has the financial knowledge and skills to ensure the stability of both our organisation and your project.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting from the Queensland University of Technology in 1986, and as a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants since 1988, Brad has been dealing with finances for a long time.

For more than half his career, Brad has focused his expertise on the building industry—serving as a Financial Controller and/or Company Secretary for various companies. Prior to Premis Brad spent seven years working with a Brisbane-based interior fit-out organisation.

What does his experience mean for you?

We’ve all heard the horror stories about jobs being left half finished because the builders went bankrupt. Or clients calling their builders only to find the office empty, and the business gone. Or subcontractors not being paid by the building company and refusing to complete the job.

None of this will happen with Brad as the Director of Finances

Not just another accountant, Brad’s solid financial plans and extensive experience in financial control means that our business has strong financial foundations in place to support our growth—and we’ll always be able to see your project through to the end and support you long into the future.

Working closely with the business guidance firm AshleyMunro, Brad makes sure that we have a strong infrastructure to ensure our continued growth as a business.

Tim Awyzio — Director Operations

Tim’s coordination and management skills ensure that nothing slips through the cracks in the Premis program. His passion for fit-out projects is highlighted by his instrumental role in producing some award-winning projects as Project Manager and then Operations Manager for his former employer.

His personable approach to clients and team members and his strong attention to detail is well regarded in the industry. With a Diploma in Applied Building Science and Registered Builder’s certificate Tim has accumulated over 25 years experience in the construction industry working on government, commercial and domestic projects.

Joe Pittolo — Project Manager

With a wealth of some 30 years of general building knowledge Joe has an eye for quality workmanship. His efficient style and diversity of skills ensures that client targets are effectively met on each and every project.

Working mostly in the commercial building sector after completing his apprenticeship Joe’s experience includes shopfitting and corporate imaging, joinery, maintenance, construction, engineering project management and almost 10 years in project management of interior fit-outs.

Simon Molenda — Project Manager

A new addition to the Premis team Simon has a strong foundation in Project Management and a background in Mechanical Engineering. Simon is highly experienced in managing large fitout and refurbishment projects across a range of industries.

He has a strong focus on achieving project deliverables whilst ensuring that safety, environmental and quality targets are met. With excellent communication skills Simon has the ability to build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders and subcontractors. This means Simon is extremely well matched to meet the needs of Premis clients.

Dean Casey — Project Manager

Dean’s attention to detail and his customer-focused approach complement the Premis approach to business. Since joining Premis Dean has project managed a wide range of fit-outs and refurbishments working with government agencies, designers, clients and project managers.

Dean has in excess of 20 years experience in the building industry, initially as a licensed plumbing contractor, and for the last 10 years as a production manager and project manager specialising in interior fit-outs.

Mick Roussos — Project Manager

Mick has an outstanding empathy towards customers – his communication skills and attitude epitomise the Premis focus of “being easy to deal with”. Over 20 years in the building industry have provided Mick with a strong grounding in programming works, dealing with subcontractors and handling site issues, making him an ideal project manager for commercial fit-outs.

Initially commencing his career with a carpentry apprenticeship and working as a licensed builder in domestic construction, the last 10 years have seen Mick turn his skills to project management in programmed maintenance and commercial fit-outs.

Mark Ellison — Project Manager

Mark’s 35 years industry experience have been completely focused on interior fitouts, from demountable furniture installations, workstation installations, manufacturing of access floors, joinery manufacture and stainless steel benching to project management, estimating and site supervision.

Mark has worked on projects in the Sydney Opera House, QIMR Cancer Research Laboratories, numerous prestige offices in the Golden Triangle and various multi-floor fitouts. Mark always puts quality first and is a Green Star Accredited Professional.

Peter Grenda — Project Manager

An enthusiasm for quality delivery means Peter is hands-on in leading project teams. His confident approach ensures efficiency in all aspects of project management and contract administration, skills which were well utilised with clients like Westpac, Gloria Jeans, QANTAS and Myer. Peter is a highly experienced project manager having lead numerous multi-million dollar, large-scale projects.

Tania Wright — Business Development Manager

To ensure Premis maintains regular interaction and communication with its growing and extensive client base Tania’s business development skills come to the fore. Applying her experience in communications, marketing and business development and her previous knowledge of the construction industry as well as public sector and corporate environments,

Tania keeps the team moving forward.
Tania provides invaluable support to the team in daily client communications as well as maintaining the focus on future business targets.

Alan Bradley — Estimator

Alan’s skills in estimating are well refined after 30 years experience across some of the key products and services critical to the interiors industry. After estimating for joinery for a number of years Alan has spent 6 years estimating interior fitout projects.

Alan has developed a detailed understanding of subcontractors across Brisbane and their product and service strengths and he will ensure the tradesmen working on your job provide the outcomes that you need.

Todd Neville — Building Cadet

After completing auto-cad drafting studies Todd was keen to try his skills in the building industry. For over 2 years Todd has been providing hands on support to the Premis estimating team and project managers. His on the job training is proving invaluable in his studies towards a Bachelor of Construction Management.

A very quick learner Todd is now an integral part of the team, identifying and resolving issues before they arise and adding value to client outcome.

Margie Beverley — Administration Assistant

Another integral member of the team, Margie works 3 days per week providing accounts payable support along with general office administration.