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At PTG Group, we are experts and industry leaders, delivering specialised solutions across a diverse range of engineering and construction practices.

 

Driven by a culture of innovation and excellence, we look to advanced approaches to provide our clients and community with exceptional geotechnical, civil and structural engineering services, drilling and construction materials and specialised testing.

 

Our bespoke, personalised offering is tailored to resolve each individual clients’ unique challenges. Our inspired agile methods combined with our technical capability allow us to deliver the best advice on every project we work on.

 

With a team of 200 across Australia, our people are the driving force of our business. Every employee is committed to engineering better communities where we live and work.

 

Our ambitious growth plans and vision for a better future in the infrastructure industry will see us make a positive impact on more communities across Australia for years to come.

About Us

About

At PTG, we are experts and industry leaders, delivering specialised solutions across a diverse range of engineering and construction practices.

 

Driven by a culture of innovation and excellence, we look to advanced approaches to provide our clients and community with exceptional geotechnical, civil and structural engineering services, drilling and construction materials and specialised testing.

 

Our bespoke, personalised offering is tailored to resolve each individual clients’ unique challenges. Our inspired agile methods combined with our technical capability allow us to deliver the best advice on every project we work on.

 

With a team of 200 across Australia, our people are the driving force of our business. Every employee is committed to engineering better communities where we live and work.

 

Our ambitious growth plans and vision for a better future in the infrastructure industry will see us make a positive impact on more communities across Australia for years to come. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

PTG Group is committed to delivering exceptional solutions that meet our clients’ needs and exceed their expectations
Our core values guide our work and define who we are as a business. 
Safety

Safety is at the core of everything we do.

Innovation

Driving improvement through constant innovation.

Accountability

We empower our people and keep accountability at the heart of our business.

Integrity

We never compromise

our ethics.

Loyalty

We believe in growing roles into careers.

Our core values help us to build lasting relationships with our colleagues, clients, stakeholders and communities.

Liam’s deep strategic approach has enabled PTG Group to continue to grow, transform and blossom into one of the most innovative Consulting Engineering Firms in Australia. Liam understands what it takes to run a multi-faceted and dynamic engineering firm, driving continual growth across all engineering services and construction materials testing (CMT) services.

Prior to forming the business in 2015 Liam was a soil technician for Douglas Partners and Cardno Bowler and has learned the ins and outs of the Industry gaining a depth of technical knowledge from the group.

Thrown in the deep end, Liam learnt at a young age what it takes to lead from the front encompassing the qualities of a successful manager, ensuring he has a vision and knowing how to communicate and execute.

LIAM
KELLY
Chief Executive Officer

With over 15 years of experience in both public and private accounting, Nigel brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our organisation. His forward-thinking approach and proven track record in financial reporting, strategic planning and auditing make him a perfect fit for our team.

Nigel is a calm, strong leader who excels in building relationships across all organisational levels. His exceptional mediation and negotiation skills have been instrumental in managing shareholder and board member relationships. With extensive experience in the IT, Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Construction industries, Nigel's diverse background will be invaluable as we continue to grow and evolve.


Understanding the context of PTG Group's journey, Nigel is well-prepared to anticipate the next few years of corporate development. Nigel's precision and accuracy in financial management will be crucial as we navigate our future.

Nigel's qualifications include an MBA from Deakin University, a Chartered Accountant designation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants ANZ, and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland.

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NIGEL 
ALVARES
Chief Financial Officer

With over 20 years of experience in the Corporate Sector, Rhonda has held high-ranking roles in industries including Construction & Maintenance, Energy & Resources, Oil & Gas, Telecommunications, Global Retailer/Wholesaler (ASX50), and Healthcare/Manufacturing.Her experience ranges from COO to leadership in Merger & Acquisitions, Sales & Marketing, Commercial & Contracts, Operations and Logistics, Property & Infrastructure, and Corporate Services. She has also chaired an Advisory Board and served on the Board of a State Peak Sporting body.

Rhonda brings a wealth of knowledge in areas such as strategic planning, revenue growth, acquisition programs, and business reform, working with ASX, Private Equity, and Government entities.

The addition of Rhonda aligns with PTG's goals to expand its expertise and grow its business exponentially over the next three years.

RHONDA
McSWEENEY
Advisory Member

Peter is currently a Non-Executive Director of Workpac Group, Metarock Ltd and Independent Cement Group.

In his executive career he spent in excess of 30 years with multinational corporations in Australia, Asia, Europe, and the USA. This included 14 years’ experience as Chief Financial Officer for large ASX listed entities including Computershare Ltd and Cardno Ltd. Peter’s extensive experience in mergers, acquisitions and company transformation aligns with Protest’s ambitious growth strategy.

Peter holds a Bachelor of Commerce, an MBA, is a Graduate of the Wharton Advanced Management Program, a Fellow of CPA Australia, and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

PETER
BARKER
Advisory Member
PTG Group delivers a diverse range of professional services including investigation, testing, research, planning, design, management and implementation phase services to improve physical and social infrastructure and environments for communities.

Our corporate objective is to provide quality outcomes and ensure safety in project delivery through a process of continuous improvement which is central to our quality management system.

To achieve this objective, PTG Group has developed and maintains a quality management system for the provision of engineering, testing and consultancy services. 

The assurance of quality is integral to all work undertaken by PTG Group and is practised by all staff in their daily activities with a focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients.
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