MEET THE TEAM

Committed to Your Satisfaction

JARED KENYON

Managing Director

Experienced, trustworthy, fun. These are just a few of the ways coworkers describe this valuable member of our team.

Jared is truly a joy to be around and makes it a pleasure to come to work every single day.

MEL KENYON

Financial Director

Professional to a tee, highly creative, and never without a smile, Mel is a true asset to the Lee Builders team.

As Financial Director at Lee Builders, she combines sharp financial oversight with innovative thinking, ensuring the business operates efficiently while continuing to grow and evolve.

JIM MCKENNA

Operations Manager

Jim joined in 2025 as the new Operations Manager with over 45 years of experience in the construction industry. He is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations and works closely with all of the teams across the business.

He enjoys working in a fun and professional environment with the team and brings a wealth of experience to compliment the business.

When Jim is not at work he enjoys family time, travelling, walking and fishing. Also supporting his favorite football team Tottenham!!

ANDREW PETTIGREW

Health and Safety Manager

At Lee Builders the Health and Safety of our staff is our number one focus. Andrew is our dedicated Health and Safety Manager who is committed to ensuring Lee Builders staff have a safe and compliant work environment.

Focused on continued improvement through engagement and education Andrew hopes to increase the level of awareness and respect for H&S procedures and processes and how they apply day to day on the worksite.

EMMA TURNER

People & Culture Business Partner

Emma partners closely with Shiree and the Senior Management team, acting as a strategic link between People & Culture and the wider business.

She ensures P&C initiatives are aligned with organisational goals while fostering a positive, values-driven work environment.

Emma is committed to supporting employee wellbeing and strengthening the company’s culture to enable both people and the business to thrive.

SHIREE ARNOLD

People & Culture Advisor

Staff wellbeing and support is important to Lee Builders, Shiree is our dedicated HR Manager who is responsible for supporting with all things related to People and Culture including managing our employees wellbeing and acting as a link between management and our employees.

JAMES DAWSON

Quantity Surveyor

James holds degrees in quantity surveying and business with 8 years main contractor experience. Working alongside Samantha, he is responsible for the pre and post contract commercial management of our projects.

Outside of work James enjoys spending time with his young family and has interests in baseball and rugby.

CRAIG NALLY

Quantity Surveyor

Craig joined Lee Builders in April 2025. As an LBP, he has spent nearly two decades delivering high-quality workmanship across residential construction, insurance reinstatement, and complex restoration projects.

His experience spans working as an Insurance Assessor and Project Manager locally in New Zealand and internationally, specialist in fire, water, mould and natural hazard restoration.

His career has progressed into Quantity Surveying and complex project scoping, allowing him to bridge the gap between construction delivery, assessment, and financial accuracy.

SHAE RIDDER

Quantity Surveyor

Shae recently joined the team at Lee Builders after relocating from Auckland.

With a background in commercial interior fit-out subcontracting, Shae supports the Commercial team with estimating & pricing, cost management, subcontractor assessments, and claim preparation + management — helping keep projects financially on track and running smoothly.

GUIDO BEIJERSBERGEN

Project Manager

Guido joined the Lee Builders team in 2019 and is a carpenter by trade. In 2024, he upskilled by achieving the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision.

He is an integral part of the Lee Builders team and uses his 24 years of onsite experience and 5 years of off site experience in the trade to guide our teams in delivering high quality projects. Over the past four years,

Guido has played a key role in helping Lee Builders develop our presence in both the Wellington and Canterbury regions, contributing his leadership, technical expertise, and commitment to strong client relationships.

TAVO FALEVAI

Project Manager

Tavo is one of the longest-standing members of the Lee Builders team, bringing over 25 years of experience in the building industry.

We’re grateful to have the experience, professionalism, and positive energy that Tavo brings to Lee Builders.

MITCH PATON

Project Manager

After more than 10 years in the trade, with experience both on the tools as a qualified carpenter and in project management,

Mitch brings a well-rounded and practical understanding of construction to every project. His hands-on background, combined with strong organisational and leadership skills, allows him to bridge the gap between site teams and clients, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

GLEN (FIDD) WITHERS

Project Manager

Fidd brings over 30 years of experience across both the residential and commercial construction sectors. He began his career on the tools and quickly progressed into management, building a strong foundation of practical knowledge along the way.
His strengths lie in his extensive industry expertise and his natural ability to work with people. Fidd approaches challenges with a solutions-focused mindset, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and effectively.
His positive, approachable nature makes him a valued member of both the office team and our on-site crews.

RICHIE SHEEHY

Trades Manager

With a career that began on-site and progressed through the ranks to Trades Manager, Richie combines hands-on construction experience with strategic leadership.

Having worked across a variety of projects he brings practical insight and a understanding of all trades to every project.

KATE CHETVEREKOVA

Trades Project Administrator

Kate joined Lee Builders in September 2025, she has a strong focus on keeping projects running smoothly and safely.

Working alongside our Trades Manager, Kate supports with coordinating maintenance schedules, managing contractors and ensuring timelines and expectations are meet.

Her strong organisation and communication skills are key to her success.

HEATHER WINTERS

Financial Controller

Heather joined our team in September 2022. Her previous background was mainly in the Dairy, Engineering and Transport Industries, so she was very excited to learn all about the Construction Industry.

Heather slotted into her role and fitted in with the team straight away, she loves a good challenge and is always up for a good laugh!

JUDE MITCHELL

Compliance and Office Administrator

Jude joined Lee Builders in February 2023 and has made a real impact since starting.

Jude has a strong interest in the construction industry and has studied Architectural Technology.

Jude's positive and bubbly personality means he is always a pleasure to deal with!

AMY JOHNSON

Office Administrator

When you walk into the office at Lee Builders, Amy’s smiling face is the one you’ll see – and the laugh you’ll hear.

With over 8 years in the construction industry, her background knowledge of the industry gives her a unique advantage on how to best support our team.

Outside of work, you’ll find her going on adventures with her kids, playing netball, or out socialising with friends.