Hansen Yuncken Appoints New CEO

The Board of Hansen Yuncken has announced that George Bardas will become Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Peter Salveson who is retiring from Hansen Yuncken after eight years in the role.

Mr Bardas joins Hansen Yuncken after some two decades in senior national executive roles in commercial construction.

David Beslich, Co-Chair and Executive Director, Hansen Yuncken, said Mr Bardas’ leadership, experience, and proven track record in growing client-focused businesses made him the right person to lead Hansen Yuncken.

“George will build on our commercial strategy and ensure we continue to deliver our vision to provide the services of a preferred building partner and employer recognised for our integrity and innovation.”

Hansen Yuncken’s new CEO, George Bardas in front of the UNSW Health Translation Hub development site in Randwick – a Hansen Yuncken project.

Richard Hansen, Co-Chair and Executive Director, said Mr Bardas brings strong networks and a relationship-focused approach to the role.

“For more than 100 years, Hansen Yuncken has been at the forefront of Australia’s commercial building landscape. Our enduring success is shaped by experience, a thirst for innovation, unwavering support for our people, and a relentless focus on delivering for our clients. We know that George is committed to these same values”, he said.

Mr Bardas said he was looking forward to commencing in the new role.

“I’m delighted to be joining Hansen Yuncken – an iconic Australian firm with a reputation for integrity and a legacy in the market for constructing exceptional commercial and institutional buildings. I look forward to hitting the ground running and meeting our clients, visiting our projects, and working with our dedicated 600-odd team members across New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, and Victoria”.

The Board also acknowledged outgoing CEO Peter Salveson for his service to the company and his leadership and dedication to the business over nearly three decades, particularly his time as CEO since 2016.

Mr Bardas will join Hansen Yuncken on 3 March.