Category: People

Proudly advancing the industry by developing the pipeline of future leaders. 

“Thank you RCC – this award gives students the confidence to believe in their success. Thank you for recognising our potential and helping shape our future.” 

Vanessa Riley, Chief People Officer, celebrated the recipient of <Western Sydney University>’s Richard Crookes Constructions 2025 Award, Dimitrios Tsalikis last week.  

Congratulations Dimitrios – we’re delighted to support your professional development and recognise your academic excellence. 

Proud finalist for the Inspiring Workplace 2025 Award – Australasia, recognising exceptional workplace cultures. 

Our culture is built on a commitment to diversity, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Through our Future Culture Program (FCP), we educate and upskill employees encouraging behaviours that promote collaboration and a positive work environment, so we deliver projects in accordance with our values. 

Proudly supporting the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation and Emily Chancellor, Training Coordinator and NSW Waratahs Women athlete in the Rugby for Good Round. 

Limited-edition pink jerseys were auctioned post-match, raising over $11,300 for the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation.  

“These special jerseys not only raise awareness…all proceeds support one of the many vital initiatives of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation,” said Lynne Crookes OAM, Chair Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation. 

“The next generation of leaders are here, now,” Ashley Barnes, Design Manager.  

Ashley joined fellow panellists Jacklyn Wickham, Rory Waddell, Imandee Jayawardena, Shameem Bhatti, Jane Curran and moderator Jua Cilliers at NAWIC NSW’s International Women’s Day Great Debate.   

The riveting dialogue reaffirmed the importance accelerating equality progress in the construction sector. “When women see a path forward, they take it.” Jacklyn Wickham.  

Congratulations, Ashley. We’re proud of you.

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To thrive in this environment, we need to be collaborators,” said Annabel Lahz, CEO and Director at Lahznimmo Architects.  

Proud sponsors of the Australian Institute of Architects 2025 IWD Breakfast, hosted at Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. 

Through innovative adaptive re-use, RCC reimagined the iconic Pier 2/3 and Wharf 4/5 as award-winning global arts venues. The restoration of state heritage-listed structures was critical to preserve the maritime essence.  

Many thanks to Annabel Lahz and Monica Edwards, Senior Associate – Architecture at SJB, for their engaging discussion on maintaining a vision of equitable, people-centered design in the architectural landscape.