Our Team
Meet our team of experienced recruitment specialists
Matthew Slingsby
Matthew Slingsby is a highly experienced recruitment leader with 20 years in the construction and property sectors. As Director at The Lorian Group, Matthew leads the Queensland business, specializing in client-side construction recruitment. His focus is on sourcing top-tier talent for project management firms within both commercial building and civil engineering, as well as Quantity Surveyors for PQS companies.
Matthew spent 18 years at a major international company where he held several senior leadership positions across the construction, property, and engineering markets. His extensive experience in south east Queensland involved recruiting for a wide range of roles, helping both private and public sector clients find the ideal professionals to support their projects. He played a key role in driving recruitment efforts and building strong client relationships throughout his tenure.
At The Lorian Group, Matthew is passionate about delivering
exceptional service and supporting the growth of both clients and candidates. His industry expertise and dedication to excellence make him a trusted advisor for all construction recruitment needs.
Nick Palmer
Nick Palmer is a dedicated recruitment professional specializing in white-collar residential construction roles within the Brisbane area. With extensive experience in the construction sector, Nick has developed a deep understanding of the industry and is committed to connecting top talent with leading companies in the residential construction space.
Nick’s expertise lies in sourcing and placing highly skilled professionals for key roles across project management, estimating, contract administration, and other critical positions within the residential construction sector. Whether you are looking to progress your career or recruit a first-class team member, Nick is passionate about providing tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of both candidates and clients.
Known for his personalized approach and dedication to client and candidate success, Nick is always available for a confidential conversation about how he can support your career progression or help you find the right talent to elevate your team.
Jeremy Palasty
Jeremy Palasty is an experienced recruiter specializing in commercial and industrial construction across Queensland. Originally from Canada, Jeremy brings a unique perspective and a strong passion for fostering lasting partnerships between talent and leading companies. With a deep understanding of the industry, he is committed to connecting the right professionals with the right opportunities to help both individuals and organizations thrive.
Jeremy takes pride in his ability to fully understand both client needs and candidate aspirations, ensuring the perfect fit for every role. With a people-first approach, he blends industry expertise with a focus on building strong, long-term relationships. Over the course of his career, Jeremy has helped countless professionals and businesses in the commercial and industrial construction sectors reach their full potential.
Before his current role, Jeremy worked with market leaders in recruitment across Australia and New Zealand, where he specialized in commercial construction recruitment. He collaborated with main and subcontractors, providing expert recruitment services that made a meaningful impact in the industry.
Whether you’re looking to progress your career or recruit a top-tier professional to join your team, Jeremy is ready for a confidential conversation about how he can support your journey.
Kiara Graham
Kiara Graham is a focused and professional Senior Consultant specialising in contractor-side construction recruitment across Queensland. She partners with leading builders to place top-tier talent in roles such as project management, contract administration, estimating, and site supervision.
With a background in high-end service delivery, including VVIP aviation and healthcare, Kiara brings a unique combination of precision, discretion, and people skills to the recruitment space. Her experience with global organisations like RoyalJet and Etihad Airways has shaped her calm, confident approach to relationship-building and problem-solving—key strengths she now applies in helping construction professionals and businesses succeed.
Kiara is known for her attention to detail, strong work ethic, and genuine interest in the people she works with. She’s passionate about delivering tailored recruitment solutions that align with each client’s culture and goals. Whether you’re looking to build your team or take the next step in your construction career, Kiara is always open for a confidential conversation.
Jack Irwin
Jack Irwin is an experienced recruitment professional specialising in white-collar civil construction recruitment across Queensland. He partners with contractors, developers, consultancies and infrastructure clients to source high-quality talent across project management, engineering, commercial and operational disciplines.
Having previously worked in construction recruitment before spending several years directly within the civil construction sector, Jack brings a unique combination of recruitment expertise and industry knowledge. His hands-on exposure to project delivery environments has provided him with a strong understanding of the challenges facing both employers and construction professionals across the market. Known for his relationship-driven approach and commitment to delivering quality outcomes, Jack takes pride in building long-term partnerships with both clients and candidates. Whether you are looking to strengthen your team or considering your next career move within the civil construction sector, Jack is always available for a confidential conversation. Savvy Rosner
Savvy specialises in recruitment across the residential construction sector, partnering with home builders, developers and residential construction businesses to source exceptional talent across construction, estimating, sales, drafting, design and operational leadership.
Originally from the United States, Savvy holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of California, Santa Barbara in Environmental Studies and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, along with a Master’s degree in Environmental Management from The University of Queensland. Her postgraduate studies included a strong focus on sustainable housing, urban development and workplace health and safety, giving her a well-rounded understanding of the environmental and operational factors influencing today’s construction industry.
She is committed to building genuine, long-term relationships with both clients and candidates, taking the time to understand their goals, culture and what success looks like for each appointment. Her consultative approach, market knowledge and attention to detail enable her to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes in a competitive market.
Known for her professionalism, honesty and responsive communication, Savvy has earned the trust of clients and candidates alike. She is passionate about connecting talented people with businesses where they can make a lasting impact and build successful careers.