We are a committed group of professionals who take ownership of our work and pride in our role within each build.
Matthew Donaghy
Director / Managing Director
Matthew Donaghy
Director / Managing Director
Matthew has been an integral part of Aspec since 1999, starting as a builders labourer then completing his Carpentry apprenticeship, working his way up to Managing Director. With a sharp sense of humour and a positive approach, Matthew brings leadership and experience to the team. His focus lies both internally—supporting staff and fostering a strong company culture—and externally, building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Matthew is also the driving force behind Aspec’s tender methodologies and programming, ensuring strategic and well-executed project bids. He leads business development efforts through lead tracking and networking, regularly hitting the golf course to build connections, develop new opportunities for the company and of course work on his handicap.
Darren Rix
Director / Commercial Manager
Darren Rix
Director / Commercial Director
With over 28 years in the construction industry, including time in the UK, Darren brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Commercial Manager and Director. Since joining Aspec in 2005, he has done the hard yards as a Quantity Surveyor and managed the Maintenance division. He now plays a key role in managing financial operations, contract negotiations, and project oversight.
Darren works closely with clients, finance teams, and quantity surveyors to ensure projects run smoothly, budgets stay on track, and risks are well-managed. Known for his sharp eye for detail and practical approach, he’s always focused on delivering value and confidence to every client.
Outside of work, Darren is a keen sportsman, always up for a competitive match—whether it’s on the field or out on the golf course.
Jeff Robertson
Director / Construction Manager
Jeff Robertson
Director / Construction Manager
With over 14 years of experience in the USA before joining Aspec in 2014, Jeff brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Construction Manager and Director. Specialising in large and complex projects, he has a particular passion for delivering high-quality educational buildings.
Jeff takes pride in his technical knowledge and architectural understanding, working closely with clients and consultants to anticipate challenges and ensure a seamless construction process.
As Construction Manager, Jeff focuses on project delivery, providing leadership on technical and contractual matters while fostering collaboration between clients, consultants, and subcontractors. He also leads Aspec’s Health and Safety initiatives and manages the ECI engagement process.
When he’s not on-site ensuring smooth project execution, you’ll find Jeff in the kitchen—where his attention to detail extends to cooking up a great meal.
Kelvin Billett
Director / Site Operations Manager
Kelvin Billett
Director / Site Operations Manager
Since joining Aspec in 2010, Jason has been a driving force in estimating and securing construction projects. A skilled Quantity Surveyor and Estimator, he’s known for his positive approach, conscientiousness, and strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants, and clients.
Jason specialises in ECI contracts, guiding projects from early engagement to a fixed price before construction. He also supports the Quantity Surveying team with cost analysis and job summaries. Thoughtful and solutions-focused, Jason brings a steady hand to complex projects — balancing work with a competitive streak on the tennis court and an undeniable sweet tooth that keeps the office well-stocked with treats.
Jason Barry
Director / Estimating Manager
Jason Barry
Director / Estimating Manager
Since joining Aspec in 2010, Jason has been a driving force in estimating and securing construction projects. A skilled Quantity Surveyor and Estimator, he’s known for his positive approach, conscientiousness, and strong relationships with subcontractors, consultants, and clients.
Jason specialises in ECI contracts, guiding projects from early engagement to a fixed price before construction. He also supports the Quantity Surveying team with cost analysis and job summaries. Thoughtful and solutions-focused, Jason brings a steady hand to complex projects — balancing work with a competitive streak on the tennis court and an undeniable sweet tooth that keeps the office well-stocked with treats.
Adam Tyrie
General Manager – Interiors
Adam Tyrie
General Manager – Interiors
Adam joined Aspec in 2021 after a 16-year relationship with the company as a client. With 30 years of experience across construction and development in both New Zealand and the UK, he brings a well-rounded perspective to every project. A Chartered Civil Engineer with an Honours degree in Civil Engineering, Adam values a collaborative approach, working closely with his team and clients to find smart solutions.
As if the construction industry isn’t stressful enough, he also supports West Ham United—proving he thrives under pressure.
Anthony Connolly
General Manager – Maintenance
Anthony Connolly
General Manager – Maintenance
Anthony Connolly joined Aspec in 2016 as a Quantity Surveyor and worked his way up to General Manager of the Maintenance Division. With a strong background in estimating and contract administration, he’s known for his sharp attention to detail, productivity, and ability to build great relationships across the project team.
Now leading a skilled team of 20+, Anthony ensures the seamless delivery of maintenance projects while keeping client satisfaction a top priority. When he’s not keeping things running smoothly at work, you’ll likely find him out on the water, fishing and enjoying boat life.
With diverse backgrounds across all facets of construction, our long-standing employees are actively involved from start to finish, ensuring every client benefits from trusted expertise and hands-on support.
Built on Trust and
Professionalism
At Aspec, we deliver with integrity, insight, and consistency. Our clients trust us as dependable partners, working closely to help achieve their project goals with confidence.
Diverse, High
Performance Team
As a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary team, our diverse backgrounds and experiences allow us to tackle complex challenges with creativity and flexibility.
People First, Always
We cultivate a culture of respect and growth, ensuring our team thrives, performs safely, and delivers exceptional results while maintaining the highest health and safety standards.
Our extensive industry insight has built us a strong reputation, fostering long-lasting partnerships with both private and public clients.
Aspec Construction stands at the forefront of New Zealand’s North Island construction sector, backed by a proven history, wealth of experience and a committed team.
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