He started his career as a laborer on building sites in Australia, whilst playing rugby. These humble roots led to growing his own company into a leading construction and development operation in South Africa. Under his leadership, the company built in excess of 4 million square feet of residential, commercial and industrial buildings and developed over 2400 acres. Completed projects include factories, office blocks, boutique game lodges, apartments and custom homes up to 38 000 square feet. He has also successfully completed the renovation and rehabilitation of historic buildings in France.