The Team

Directors - Tim & James Sarah
Tim and James are the third generation of the Sarah family to direct Sarah. Their broad participation in the South Australian business community together with their leadership in the industry ensures the company’s reputation for integrity and professionalism is enhanced in all its dealings.

General Manager - Paul Tymukas
Paul Joined Sarah in 1994 bringing with him a wealth of construction experience in South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory. Under his leadership and dedication Sarah has grown into the major player it is today in the South Australian Construction Industry. Paul has an active role in project management, strategic planning initiatives and fostering client relationships to ensure that Sarah core values are upheld in all areas of the business.

Design Manager - Sean Aplin
Sean has 20 years of experience in the construction industry, ten of these with Sarah. As Design Manager, Sean’s focus is on preconstruction management and design development, as well as business development and customer relations. Sean's vast experience, attention to detail and high level of commitment to customer satisfaction also see him assist on large scale projects with regards to construction methodology and winning strategies.

Construction Manager - Anthony Carbone
Anthony commenced with Sarah in 2004 and is the Manager of Sarah’s Construction Team. This team undertakes greenfields, large scale and complex projects. Anthony’s role includes support for project teams with regards to methodology, programming and contractual obligations. Anthony ensures the highest level of customer commitment across all projects and strives to develop a collaborative team environment across all facets of projects.

Fitout and Refurbishment Manager - Mike Gilmore
Mike joined Sarah in 2005 and is the Manager of the Fitout and Refurbishment Team. His team specialises in refurbishment, extension and fit-out projects. Mike’s experience across a wide range of market sectors, coupled with his dynamic management approach has seen his team develop ongoing relationships with customers such as Coles Supermarkets, all South Australian Universities and many aged-care providers.
About Us
As a proudly South Australian owned and operated building contractor and construction manager, Sarah was established in 1961. Over the ensuing 50 years Sarah has built a leading reputation as a trusted and reliable partner in the building and construction industry.
It is a reputation built on long term client relationships and total commitment to delivering superior outcomes and personalised service.
It is also a reputation we strive to enhance on every project we undertake regardless of size – from major construction projects through to the provision of fitout and refurbishment services on existing facilities.
At Sarah, our clients are our greatest advocates. Our clients were recently surveyed as to why they had chosen Sarah. In their own words it was our:
- Total Client Focus
- Cooperative approach
- Excellent communication
- Professionalism and integrity
- Problem solving ability
- Follow up and personalised service.
Our Services
Sarah is a building contractor and construction manager.
We offer a broad range of delivery solutions to suit our customers' particular needs. These solutions include:
- Construction Management (Fee based management consultancy for construction)
- Management Contracting
- Project Management (Fee based management consultancy for design and construction)
- Design and Construct Contracting
- Guaranteed Maximum Price Contracting
- Lump Sum Contracting
Our expertise in commercial construction covers a wide range of building forms and project types including:
- Stand-alone new construction
- Extensions to existing buildings
- Building refurbishment
- Fit-outs
- Projects on occupied sites
- Staged facility upgrades
Our experience and focus is in the following market sectors:
- Retail
- Health and Aged Care
- Retirement Accommodation
- Hospitality
- Sporting Venues
- Educational
- Industrial
- Offices and Commercial
- Residential
Recognition
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2012 Australian Institute of Building Professional Excellence in Building Awards
Professional Excellence Award (SA Chapter)
Prospect Oval Redevelopment -
2010 Master Builders Association Building Excellence Awards
Excellence in a Commercial / Industrial Building $10 Mil - $20 Mil
Adelaide Football Club New Training and Entertainment Facility -
2010 Australian Institute of Building Professional Excellence in Building Awards
Professional Excellence Award (SA Chapter)
High Commendation (National Award)
Adelaide Football Club New Training and Entertainment Facility -
2009 Master Builders Association Building Excellence Awards
Excellence in Aged Care
Anglicare Grandview Court, Trott ParkExcellence in Medium Density Development over 5 dwellings
Afton House Redevelopment -
2008 RAIA Colorbond Award for Steel Architecture
Award of Merit
Woodcroft College Gymnasium -
2005 Master Builders Association Building Excellence Awards
Excellence in Commercial / Industrial Building $2 Mil - $5 Mil
Chapel Hill Gourmet Retreat -
2003 Australian Institute of Building Professional Excellence in Building Awards
Building and Construction Category $5 Mil - $10 Mil High Commendation (SA Chapter)
Faulding Nutriceutical Redevelopment, Queensland -
2002 Australian Institute of Building Professional Excellence in Building Awards
High Commendation (SA Chapter)
State Library of South Australia Earthquake Upgrade Jervois Wing