Our People
At Premis, our people are the foundation of our success.
With a team of approximately 40 experienced professionals, we bring together a diverse range of skills, knowledge and expertise across project management, site delivery, estimating, contract administration, safety and support services.
While construction is what we do, relationships are at the heart of how we work. Our team is united by a shared commitment to delivering quality outcomes, supporting one another and creating positive experiences for our clients, consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
Together, we are proud to deliver projects that make a lasting contribution to the communities in which we live and work.
Your Construction Partner. Built on Relationships. Focused on Results.
Tim Awyzio
Managing Director
Tim is the Managing Director and a Partner at Premis with over 35 years’ experience in the construction industry. Tim has worked across multiple sectors for both private and government clients.
His experience encompasses several roles including Site Foreman, Project Manager and Operations Director. Tim’s key strength is his amazing ability to draw diverse groups of people together to work collaboratively towards a common goal.
Brad Stringfellow
Director of Finance
Brad is Director of Finance and a Partner at Premis. He has extensive experience in building industry accountancy.
Brad was one of the founders of Premis and has been instrumental in governing the financial stability of the organisation. He is a forward-thinker and a great support to members of the Premis Team.
Mary-Jane Diacopanagiotis
Business Development Manager
Mary-Jane is an accomplished Business Development Manager with over 16 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement. She brings a diverse skill set, strong commercial acumen and extensive experience in identifying opportunities, developing new business and building lasting client relationships.
A natural relationship builder, Mary-Jane has a genuine interest in understanding people, their businesses and what they are looking to achieve. Her collaborative approach, strong communication skills and commitment to delivering on promises underpin her focus on strengthening client relationships, identifying new opportunities and supporting the continued growth of Premis.
Garry Binks
Operations Manager
Garry has more than 20 years’ experience in the construction industry across all stages of the project life cycle. Garry is skilled at managing and leading teams to deliver best practice outcomes through the implementation of efficient, effective, and innovative practices. Garry’s experience spans several key positions including Construction Company Owner and Director in the UK, Site Management, Project Management and Operations Management.
Garry has worked across the following sectors: retail, commercial, education and health sectors and has proven ability in evaluating alternative design and construction solutions. In addition, client and sub-contractor relationships are one of his strengths and Garry has used these skills to coordinate and lead diverse project teams to successful project completion.
Aaron Gage
Construction Manager
Aaron is an experienced Construction Manager with over a decade of delivering projects from concept through to completion. He holds a Bachelor of Urban Development (Construction Management) with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Design (Architecture), giving him a well-rounded understanding of both the design and delivery sides of construction. Known for his practical leadership, clear communication, and a sharp eye for detail, Aaron is skilled at navigating complex challenges and driving efficient, high-quality outcomes. His collaborative approach helps build strong teams and ensures every project is delivered with care and precision.
JP Baas
Estimating Manager
JP started his career as a Quantity Surveyor and in 2005, moved away from this role into that of a Senior Estimator with several large, well-known construction companies. Over this time, he was instrumental in winning a number of key projects in Southeast Queensland. JP’s skills include construction management, cost planning, project planning, value engineering, quantity surveying, contract management, and procurement.
