Testimonials

"Highly professional and his work of the highest quality."

 — Dr David Batagol ( Dr David Batagol )

I have had the pleasure of employing Richard and Griffin Concepts on three occasions over a four year period, and on each occasion, found him highly professional and his work of the highest quality. He is also an excellent communicator, and always carefully documents changes to any quote or brief, so that the customer does not experience any unexpected surprises. I would have no hesitation in employing him again in the future, and cannot recommend his services highly enough.

Scott Ryan – (Downer Group)

 — Downer Group ( Technical Project Manager )

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Richard from Griffin Concepts on a range of projects at the Australian National University in Canberra. These projects have included everything from smaller jobs to more complex ones, all completed successfully in the busy and challenging environment of a working university campus. Throughout our collaborations, Richard has always shown great flexibility and a positive, problem-solving attitude. He has a real talent for handling the unique challenges and needs that come with working in a university setting. At Downer Group, both our team and our clients have been consistently impressed by the high-quality work and professionalism of the Griffin Concepts team. Whether the project is big or small, their dedication to doing an excellent job is clear in everything they do. I highly recommend Griffin Concepts for any construction project. Their clear communication, careful planning, and smooth delivery from start to finish make them stand out as one of the best in the business.

Neil McCabe – (DEXUS)

 — Neil McCabe ( General Manager PBSA Partnerships )

We engaged Richard Ali of Griffin Projects via a competitive tender process to complete a range of complex building refurbishment works following a fire at Lena Karmel Lodge student accommodation building on the campus of the Australian National University in 2025.

Lena Karmel Lodge is a modern student accommodation facility with 550 individual units, each with ensuite bathroom and kitchen facilities. The residence also has shared common rooms, study areas and rooftop courtyard gardens.

The scope of works comprised a range of components including the co-ordination and delivery of the following works;

•  Replacement of damaged joinery, appliances, carpets, fire doors, ceilings etc

•  Associated painting and repairs

•  Fire and Mechanical services assessment and re-certification

The works required extensive co-ordination and planning to enable the delivery of the works within a sensitive building occupied by students.

The project was further complicated due to the tight timeframes for delivery over the summer period.
Griffin Concepts were able to deliver outstanding results in the completion of this project. In particular; Working within an occupied, sensitive environment Richard provided high levels of forward planning, adaptability and communication to ensure that all stakeholders were fully informed and remained supportive at all times during the works.

Works were delivered in accordance with agreed program and budget.

Richard displayed very high levels of construction skills and experience to the numerous technical requirements of the project. He also provided an exceptional level of attention to detail and quality standards in the completion of the works.

Richard also ensured that safety was a key consideration at all stages of the works, with all WHS requirements maintained at all times. Richard ensured that the site was well maintained at all times and workers complied with site rules and requirements.

Importantly throughout the challenges presented during the project Richard maintained high level of professionalism and integrity at all times and provided solutions to resolve issues as they arose.

I have been very pleased with the final product that Griffin Concepts has continually delivered.

 — Ian Mitchell ( Maintenance Manager )

I have known Richard Ali of Griffin Concepts since 2009. I was at the time a maintenance electrician with the hotel maintenance team. I have since progressed from there to Supervisor in 2011 and then Maintenance Manager in 2016.

The first project at the hotel for Griffin Concepts was the Serani Health Spa in 2009 which involved converting an existing kitchen area to a health spa, this was quite a sizable and challenging project.

The next project that Griffin Concepts did at the hotel was the conversion of the Park Room meeting room into a guest accommodation room in 2012. The most recent project was the conversion of room 601 from a suite with kitchenette to two separate rooms one a guest accommodation room and the other a staff lounge for Singapore Airlines crew. There have also been many other smaller works performed here by Griffin Concepts.

During the time I have known Richard and his company I have always been satisfied with the standard of workmanship and customer service that he and his team have delivered.

"Griffin Concepts completed the refurbishment ahead of schedule and to a very high standard."

 — Andrew Corkery ( Assistant Director, Building Fabric Services at Parliament House Canberra )

My name is Andrew Corkery and I am the Assistant Director of Building Fabric Services at Parliament House Canberra. I am responsible for the management of building fabric related works including minor building works, carpet laying, carpentry, painting, locksmith, glazing, and stonework, building membranes and signage.

We recently utilised the services of Griffin Concepts on an office refurbishment for Senate Services. The works were required to be completed in a very condensed timeframe between Parliamentary sitting periods. Despite the restricted program and never having undertaken works in Parliament House previously, Griffin Concepts completed the refurbishment ahead of schedule and to a very high standard.

The building specifications in Parliament House are very detailed with the walls, skirting details and doorways all unique to the building. Griffin Concepts undertook the challenge and displayed a very high level of experience, professionalism and commitment to detail in their work. I would highly recommend Griffin Concepts for any building minor works.

"Richard and his team were exceptional to deal with and completed the works in a timely, professional and safe manner"

 — Paul McWilliams ( BAE Systems – Australian Parliament House )

Griffin Concepts were engaged to undertaken several construction style tasks at the Australian Parliament House. Richard and his team were exceptional to deal with and completed the works in a timely, professional and safe manner in a difficult environment.

One of unusual activities was to carry out carpentry work on some of the most iconic doors in Parliament House. Richard and his team worked efficiently and their attention to detail is second to none. It has been a pleasure dealing with such a professional outfit.

"Griffin Concepts sets a high standard of quality for all sub-contracted trades on Griffin Concepts projects and will not hand over a project until that quality standard is achieved."

 — Suzanna Holmes ( Manager, Health, Safety and Facilities - UNSW Canberra at ADFA )

Griffin Concepts have delivered numerous projects for UNSW Canberra at the Australian Defence Force Academy over the last decade or so including installation of new toilet facilities, complete refurbishment of office spaces, installation of sound reduction measures, creation of open plan work and student spaces and installation of new air conditioning systems. UNSW Canberra at ADFA has always been pleased with the quality of the workmanship and professionalism of the staff no matter the nature of the project.

Mr Ali, the Director of Griffin Concepts sets a high standard of quality for all sub-contracted trades on Griffin Concepts projects and will not hand over a project until that quality standard is achieved. In addition, Mr Ali has always been available to provide technical advice, methodology suggestions or costings in the early stages of project development to ensure that UNSW Canberra at ADFA achieves the desired outcome from each project; even for projects that Griffin Concepts has not eventually delivered.

UNSW Canberra at ADFA endorses Griffin Concepts for project management and construction of minor new works and refurbishment projects.

I have been very pleased with the final product that Griffin Concepts has continually delivered.

 — MATTHEW CORKEY ( Project Manager, Defence ACT/SNSW, Spotless )

Griffin Concepts has been part of the ACT/SNSW Defence contractor panel for the past 6 years.

Over this time I have engaged Griffin Concepts for a broad variety of Construction projects At all times Richard and his team have provided quality work throughout all stages of the projects that installed confidence for all stakeholders.

His ability to manage his subcontractor base, sometimes under critical time restraints has been managed exceptionally well with minimal or no risk to the projects deliverables His eagerness to deliver a quality outcome for the client is reflected in his can do attitude through good communication and consultation from the onset of each project through to handover.

Griffin Concepts have undertaken a broad range of projects ranging from Internal fit out works through to Air conditioning mechanical upgrades and various civil projects There ability to diversify across the broad spectrum of construction has been a reinforcing influence in our ongoing commitment to utilise Griffin Concepts as a key contractor.

Griffin Concepts has a quality management system in place which provides a positive platform for the company to deliver first rate construction and project delivery.

I have been very pleased with the final product that Griffin Concepts has continually delivered.

I am comfortable advocating Griffin Concepts as a contractor of choice for any works in the future.

"Griffin Concepts were able to deliver the project on time and budget without any safety or security concerns"

 — MAT PERKINS ( Head Project Manager (GEW), Spotless )

Griffin Concepts recently completed a project for Spotless and the Department of Defence at the Australian Defence Force Academy. The works involved refurbishment of some office, classroom, kitchenette and wet area alterations.

Given the location of the work a high emphasis is not only required for assuring the quality of the work, but also that it is carried out safely and in a secure manner. During the works Griffin Concepts were required to liaise with stakeholders, carry out works out of normal hours and respond to changes at short notice all while the building was occupied by staff members. They were able to offer alternate solutions to some of the proposals that were of mutual benefit to both Griffin Concepts and the client by way of cost saving and better quality products.

Griffin Concepts were able to deliver the project on time and budget without any safety or security concerns, this all contributed to the client being extremely happy with the way that the project was carried out and the finished product.