Our Team

Tiaan originally came over from South Africa in 2011. He has worked in different trades across the construction industry and enjoys the challenging aspects of his role as a Trainee Project Coordinator. After work, you will find him studying to finish his quantity surveying diploma or anywhere outdoors being active.

Chris is a great support to Mark, acting as his 2IC in the Waikato branch. Chris has 15 years industry experience, with a background in full internal fit outs and aluminum joinery, he encompasses a wealth of knowledge and experience; including but not limited to, programming, resourcing and health and safety. When he can break himself away from work, Chris enjoys playing golf and hanging with friends.

Krystiah relocated from the Philippines with a strong background in Management Accounting. She has a passion for Google Sheets and thrives on tackling complex data challenges—just provide her with an iced coffee and her office playlist. Outside of work, she often goes outside capturing the hustle of city streets or the quiet beauty of nature through her lens.

Jono has been working for Tika for the past 8 years; 4 years on the tools and the latter 4 years in management as a Site Manager. Jono demonstrates great leadership skills and is fastidious when it comes to quality, leaving our clients with a job well done. When not working Jono enjoys fishing and spending time with his family.

Jayson has been a part of our team since 2018 – he has great experience in the industry and awesome people skills which makes him the perfect Site Manager for our company. Jayson comes from a Filipino background, this explains his constant contagious smile and happy demeanor. Off the clock, you’ll find Jayson chilling out with his lovely family.

Mild mannered and softly spoken, Khushal is an aura of calm in a sometimes bustling office. Quietly working behind the scenes, Khushal is an experienced estimator and is making his mark with clear and precise work.

Beth is originally from England but has a special place in her heart for New Zealand although you’ll rarely see her without her English breakfast tea.  She spent most of her time in Waitomo as a cave guide but is now enjoying life out of a wetsuit.  She enjoys being a new member of the Tika team and is looking to grow in the business.  In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with friends, family and eating good food.

As a highly skilled Quantity Surveyor / Estimator specializing in internal fit-out trades, Caleb has extensive experience managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects, from inception to completion. His expertise lies in cost estimating, budgeting, and contract administration, with a focus on delivering high-quality fit-out solutions within budget and on schedule. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of the complexities involved in interior construction, he ensures that every project is executed with precision and efficiency. He has successfully managed a wide range of projects, collaborating with contractors, suppliers, and clients to achieve optimal outcomes. His role involves monitoring project costs, preparing detailed reports, conducting valuations, and negotiating contracts to ensure the financial success of each project. He is dedicated to providing innovative solutions, managing risks, and maintaining strong relationships across the board, all while adhering to industry standards and best practices.

Richard has been an integral member of Tika since 2017, actively engaged in diverse onsite activities to enhance the skills of new colleagues and effectively address any onsite challenges. His close collaboration with managers enables him to assess site requirements, establish task deadlines, and enforce crucial safety protocols for the workforce. With nearly 15 years of experience in the industry and coming from a Filipino background, Richard brings valuable expertise to his role. Beyond his professional contributions, Richard is known for his pleasant and humorous nature. During his leisure time, he finds joy in sports, particularly basketball, and enjoys spending quality time with his family.

Daniel has been in interiors for the past 24 years in a variety of roles. Always looking to make continues improvements, he is now heading up Compliance and systems within the company. Not afraid to be vocal or change the way ‘normal’ business is done in the construction industry, he is passionate about interiors and the people that work within it. He believes it is a lessor known trade that does a large part of the work and deserves more recognition. This drive for change has inspired Dan to successfully become the President of the industry association, the AWCI.  Daniel started his own business in Tauranga in 2006, building it from the ground up before joining with Marks business in 2015. Daniel also has over 16 years experience working on not for profit boards, both locally and nationally; he believes good governance is a key to success. Daniel has a passion for coffee and gets really annoyed at cafes that don’t know the difference between a Long black and a Americano!

Starting as an Estimator, Cam has worked his way up to Senior Quantity surveyor due to his attention to detail, sharp wit, and willingness to get things right. He is the office joker and has made up a nickname for everyone within the organisation! He is a sport fanatic, and is a die hard fan of the Springboks. Since winning the RWC, the office banter has increased significantly.

Founder, human encyclopedia and guru of the industry, Mark is invaluable to the culture of this company. He is the original Good Bugger! He blames technology for everything, but admits you just can’t live without it!

Richard and his family are originally from South Africa and have found true contentment since moving to New Zealand.  Twenty-two years of experience in the construction and interior fit-out industry; coupled with a commercial honors degree, Richard enjoys the challenges of aligning operational efficiency with commercial viability. He is a keen “waterman” spending much of his free time ocean paddling, kayaking, fishing or just chilling down at the beach.

Moving from the Ukraine 6 years ago, Nataliia has a proven background of Office Management and Administration in the banking sector. She spends her spare time with her family and daughter, and enjoys getting to the beach when she can!