Wade Cummins

General Manager
Queensland, Northern Territory & New Zealand

Wade Cummins

#About

Wade Cummins is a seasoned construction industry leader with over 25 years of experience across Australia and internationally. Since joining BESIX Watpac in 2010, he has played a pivotal role in delivering complex, large-scale projects across diverse sectors and delivery models for both government and private clients.

Appointed General Manager for Queensland, Northern Territory, and New Zealand in 2022, Wade has overseen the successful delivery of more than $700 million in Defence infrastructure, along with several iconic developments, including the:

• $683 million One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha in Christchurch
• $288 million Kangaroo Point Bridge in Brisbane
• $120 million Sun Metals Zinc Refinery Expansion in Townsville
• $318 million Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville
• $405 million Herston Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Services (STARS) health facility in Brisbane.

Wade is committed to strengthening BESIX Watpac’s proud tradition of close collaboration with subcontractors and suppliers. He drives the delivery of efficient, high-performing construction projects that produce quality assets and infrastructure—on time, on budget, and aligned with the client’s vision—creating enduring value and lasting impact.

Known for his proactive and pragmatic leadership style, Wade fosters a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. His solutions-driven approach is grounded in deep expertise in construction planning, delivery, and contractual frameworks. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering – Civil (Hons).


#Group Leadership Team

Peter Bergin

Peter Bergin

Chief Financial Officer

Chris Woolnough

Chris Woolnough

Group Commercial Manager

Melissa Da Silva

Melissa Da Silva

Group Contracts Manager

Emily Brooks

Emily Brooks

Group People Manager

Barry Whewell

Barry Whewell

General Manager Operations

Al Crosby

Al Crosby

General Manager Victoria & South Australia

Sandra Nilsen

Sandra Nilsen

General Manager Design & Engineering

Giovanni Polimeni

Giovanni Polimeni

General Manager New South Wales

Angela Gott

Angela Gott

Group Risk and Compliance Manager

Marc McCready

Marc McCready

Group Strategy and Innovation Manager


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