Okane Group is a project delivery partner guiding developments from concept to completion with the care and dedication of a selective team.
Proactive, collaborative and consistently involved, Okane delivers buildings that create lasting value in the built environment. With a deep understanding from the board to the building site, we work closely with clients, consultants and contractors to turn every voice into coordinated action. Our work is defined by reliability, agility and a personal approach, but our long-standing relationships say it all.
Our Approach
Present in every moment and precise with every detail, we make the hardest projects feel straightforward.
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We lead with understanding
We draw on professional insight and emotional understanding to keep the build moving forward. By building relationships early, we create the trust and communication that hold when it counts.
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We think with clarity
When things change, we move with them. We resolve issues before they escalate and keep decisions grounded in informed problem-solving. Clients know that if the answer isn’t there yet, we’ll find it.
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We act with conviction
We walk the complexities, we don’t sit behind email chains. Our team takes responsibility for what needs to happen next, never holding back when it comes to what’s right for the project. We’re all in, and it shows.
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We deliver with excellence
Near enough is never good enough. We take pride in the details clients may never see, because the outcome always shows. From straightforward to high-stakes, our delivery stays the same: thorough.
Our Team
Small and selective, our team takes on projects with diverse expertise and a shared culture of high standards.
We’re hands-on people who call the complex our comfort zone. With a mix of technical depth, creative insight and on-site knowledge, we make the process feel smooth and well-structured for everyone involved. We know success also comes down to good judgement. Communicating well, asking the right questions and knowing how to keep people at ease is part of our nature.
YOUR PARTNERS IN PROGRESS
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Steve Williams
Managing Director
As Managing Director, Steve leads Okane Group with 30 years of calm and strategic delivery across a range of industries. His understanding of the full project arc and uncanny memory chart a clear path to success in every project. While his experience runs deep, his commitment to innovation runs deeper. Steve’s forward-thinking leadership shapes Okane’s culture and the work we deliver, ensuring every project stands up to both present needs and long-term expectations, while making a real impact on the lives it touches.
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Nic Esdaile
General Manager & Project Director
Nic brings rare clarity to construction delivery, shaped by more than 15 years across aged care, education, commercial and heritage projects. His genuine passion for the built environment and unique knowledge of the craft behind it elevates every process he leads. As does his step count—Nic takes his calls walking, convinced he does his best thinking on his feet. This astuteness alongside his technical insight consistently raises the bar on Okane’s already high standards.
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Jordan Marigold
Executive Assistant & Office Manager
Jordan brings more than a decade of administrative experience to her role at Okane, orchestrating people and processes into a fine tune. Her calm, solutions-focused approach supports every corner of the business, while her unmistakable British wit keeps everything in line and in good spirits. Jordan is passionate about building efficient systems and creating supportive environments, and anyone who’s encountered her steadfast communication style will confirm it.
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Drew Bennett
Project Development Director & Consultant
With over 35 years in development and construction management, Drew has a well-honed knack for finding clarity fast. He’s known for spotting value early, guiding teams enthusiastically, and an accomplished track record in bringing order to the front-end of projects. His sleeves-rolled-up approach keeps momentum strong through every challenge.
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Amos Buresti
Senior Project Manager, Hunter Region
Amos shares a sensitive approach to project delivery, with a strong background in high-quality aged care refurbishments. Passionate about improving the everyday experience of these communities, he works closely with clients and care providers to meet the sector’s unique requirements. He’s known for clear communication, careful planning and an ability to keep work moving safely and respectfully around residents. And if you’re looking for the person with every detail straight, you’ve found him.
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Kyle Trefoni
Project Manager
Kyle draws on 15 years of hands-on construction delivery, giving him a practical understanding of how projects succeed from the ground up. Since transitioning client-side, he’s put that insight to work with precision and transparency, adding value at every step. Known for his determination and a larrikin streak, he supports Okane’s commercial, aged care and residential projects by keeping spirits up and the client’s needs front and centre no matter the scale or circumstance.
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Joshua Eftimovski
Project Manager
With a strong foundation in project delivery and asset management, Joshua confidently oversees complex initiatives from planning through to execution. He’s committed to delivering work on time, on budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety. Drawn to the collaborative nature and tangible impact of the industry, he finds purpose and pride in overcoming challenges to create real-world structures with lasting value. Around the office, he’s just as reliably drawn to the snacks.
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Amani Emukule
Project Management Cadet
Amani is a driven Project Management Cadet with a natural pull towards planning, coordination and projects that create real impact. Quick to learn and quicker to lend a hand, he thrives in collaborative environments where his eye for detail and high standards make a meaningful contribution. Energised by this fast-paced, hands-on role, he’s rapidly growing skills and becoming an integral part of every project he supports.
Services
Project Management
Development Management
Design Management
Portfolio Management
Procurement, Lead Time & Programme Management
Client Representation
Interested in joining the team?
We look out for people who share our standards and steadiness.
Okane Group is growing and we’re open to connecting with those who thrive in shifting conditions. Follow our LinkedIn for job openings or reach out to introduce yourself.
