Our Team
Jim Sweeney - Managing Director
Jim Sweeney - Managing Director
/ jim@cpdgroup.com.au
Jim Sweeney began his career as an ‘A’ grade Electrician before he moved to a position as Contracts Manager at Wormald International. Over the next thirty years he worked for Geraldton Building Company and managed the North West Operations and Facility Management Contracts for BHP Robe River Mining, Newcrest Mining and Rio Tinto while gaining qualifications in Business Management, Facility Management and Estimating. Over the last seven years he has been Managing Director of CPD Group and with fellow Director, Graeme Kennedy, has transformed a small maintenance company to a company with a turnover in excess of $40M annually, adding Electrical, Plumbing and Painting divisions to compliment the Maintenance and Construction services.
Graeme Kennedy - Operations Manager
Graeme Kennedy - Operations Manager
0432 861 358 / graeme@cpdgroup.com.au
Graeme Kennedy’s career in the construction, refurbishment and maintenance industry began in Scotland twenty-five years ago. He has developed an interest in Disabled Modifications and improving the quality of life for physically challenged people. Graeme retrained in London to become qualified as an Access Auditor for Disability Needs. Since migrating to Australia in 2005 Graeme has been at the forefront of developing CPD Group to the multi trade company it is today. Graeme holds the plumbing and gas contractor’s licence for cpdgroup.
Peter Hunt - Contracts Manager
Peter Hunt - Contracts Manager
0423 360 983 / peter@cpdgroup.com.au
Peter Hunt has developed a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the building industry in his twelve years as a registered builder (B/L – 10170) in Western Australia. Peter began his career in the UK in 1989 and has since established himself in Perth in 1994. Peter has worked for a variety of organizations including JCP Constructions, Ventura Homes and Shire of Swan. Peter Hunt is a Specialised Heritage Council Preferred Supplier. His extensive knowledge and experience in heritage and conservation works can be seen in his previous projects on Rottnest Island, the Art Gallery, Supreme Court, Government House, Warden’s House in Coolgardie and the Perth Oval Entrance in the Town of Vincent. His work in the UK has been awarded numerous times including commendations from Derbyshire Greenwatch on behalf of English Heritage.
Nick Stock - Senior Projects Manager
Nick Stock - Senior Projects Manager
0421 708 151 / nick@cpdgroup.com.au
Nick Stock has been in the Construction Industry for 17 years. He has a wealth of experience in Estimating, Building and Surveying as well as Construction Supervision. Nicks skills in coordinating and supervising contracts ensure that jobs comply with the Australian Standards and are completed with a high degree of quality and on time. Originally based in Melbourne, Nick’s background in construction supervision has enabled him to gain valuable experience with large architecturally designed homes and commercial projects with companies such as Britton Constructions and Nu Lite Windows Pty Ltd (in Victoria). Nick also has a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Diploma of Builder’s Registration.
