Category: People

On Friday 29 August, RCC was a sea of purple in support of Wear It Purple Day – raising awareness and empowering LGBTQIA+ youth.

Thank you to everyone who connected to this important cause, and to RCC’s LGBTQIA+ employee resource group for leading the initiative and reminding us that small actions can make a big difference.

Together, we proudly support a safe and inclusive workplace that values diversity. 

Proudly investing in the next generation of industry leaders. 
With over 316 graduates, RCC’s cadet program is one of the largest and most well-established in Australia. Designed as a pathway into the construction industry, the two-year program gives cadets experience across the many facets of our business.  

 As part of their current rotations, RCC cadets visited sites across Sydney, ACT and HNE – hearing from experts within the business.  

Discover our Cadet program: Cadets & Graduates – Richard Crookes Constructions 

Proudly supporting the next generation of leaders with Western Sydney University 

“I’d like to thank RCC for this opportunity. These awards motivate students to work hard and commit to their studies while working full-time.”  

Vanessa Riley, Chief People Officer, celebrated the recipient of Western Sydney University’s Richard Crookes Constructions Award for the 2024 academic year, Wilson Dowling. 

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

Proudly celebrating our people and award-winning culture at the 2025 Business Update.  

Congratulations Anthony Khoury, recipient of the Managing Director’s Choice Award, and Ayva Gibbs, Cadet of the Year.  

Our 2025 Great Place to Work certification and Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces Australasia Award reflect our continued investment in our people. We are proud to celebrate their contributions and commitment to excellence. 

Proudly raising over $2,000, including food donations, for <SORA Community Services>. 

A special thank you to the #RCC Baiada team for their dedication to supporting individuals and families across the New England North West. This donation will help Sora offer critical services including: 

• Family and domestic violence support 

• Early intervention programs 

• Housing support 

• Parenting education 

An exceptional endorsement of our people-first culture.  

Winner – RCC ranks #5 in the Top 10 Inspiring Workplaces Award Australasia. 

We received best in class honours for: 

• Culture and Purpose 

• Wellbeing 

• Employee Experience  

This accolade is in quick succession to our Great Place to Work 2025. Valuing and developing our people is at the heart of the RCC experience. 

Our award-winning culture is underpinned by a commitment to diversity, which helps us ensure a safe workplace and build an inclusive community. 

20 Years Principal Sponsor of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation 

Proud Principal Sponsor of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation 2025 Rugby Long Lunch.  

Celebrating $420,000 raised which will fund: 

• A radiographer fellowship at Royal North Shore Hospital and Breast Screen NSW 

• Living room and SPY Phi Machine at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse 

• Mental health support program at The Mater, St George and Kempsey Hospital 

• SBCF Hardship Fund – financial assistance to breast cancer patients facing financial hardship 

RCC is proud to support the next generation of clinicians, surgeons and health advocates through two decades of partnership. 

An RCC initiative, and the first partnership of its kind with NAWIC NSW, this program donated books to 27 schools across regional NSW. 

Locally sourced through Collins Booksellers Tamworth, the books promote and celebrate women in construction. 

Congratulations to the NAWIC Regional Committee and our own Kyle Bosworth. Each school received newsletters to spark classroom conversations about careers in the industry.   

We proudly support women in construction and the broader industry – because we know that diversity drives innovation, strengthens teams and enhances productivity. 

Image credit: Danielle Clyde-Smith, Principal – Rocky River Public School 

Proudly celebrating talent and leadership within RCC through industry program and committee appointments, and Award recognition.  

People are at the heart of all we do. We’re thrilled to celebrate our people and their exceptional contributions to the property and construction industry.  

• Jeremy Blakely, Project Engineer – finalist in the Master Builders Association’s Building Degree Graduate of the Year Award. 

• Bethany McCall, Bid Manager, accepted into Property Council of Australia’s 500 Women in Property program – sponsored by Kate Hannaford, General Manager – New Business and Marketing.  

• Kyle Bosworth, Estimating Manager, joins NAWIC NSW’s 2025 Regional Committee. 

Navigating Your Career with Confidence 

As a proud sponsor and active partner, last week we hosted a sold-out event – NAWIC NSW’s ‘Navigating Your Career with Confidence’ submissions workshop. 

Winner of the RCC 2024 NAWIC NSW Businesswoman of the Year Award, Sianne Bennett, was invited to share her inspiring career journey. Facilitated by Rebecca Bangura, we hosted over 65 participants in this lively forum on how to build a meaningful and rewarding career.  

Thanks to RCC’s New Business and Marketing team for hosting, led by Sam Morison, the event convenor.