About Us

About Acrow

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About Us

Our Journey

Founded over 80 years ago, Acrow has grown from a small local business to a national leader in the construction industry. Our journey is marked by continuous innovation, expansion, and a vision to set the national standard in engineered industrial and construction services.

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We don’t wait for change, we create it. We are confident and collaborative. We’ve got the talent to back ourselves to deliver every time. We understand the responsibility we have to keep everyone safe on every project, and we take that incredibly seriously. We are practical, hard working and committed.

What We Believe

Our Vision, Values and Purpose

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Vision

Our vision is to set the national
standard in engineered industrial and
construction services.

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Values

We are your Smart, Can-do, Partners.
Our core values drive us to embrace change, prioritize safety, and deliver exceptional results while fostering a united and customer-centric team.

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Purpose

We partner with industrial and construction professionals to remove their barriers to success.

The Solution Transporters

Meet the Executive Leadership Team

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Steven Boland

CEO

 

Steven joined Acrow in 2013 as CEO, following leadership roles in various industries.

Previously, he led the Melbourne Rebels Rugby Club, establishing a professional Super Rugby team.

Steven also served as Global Executive Director for Recycling at Visy Industries and Executive Director for Commercial Waste at Veolia Environment UK. With a rich background in leadership, Steven contributes a wealth of expertise to Acrow.

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Andrew Crowther

CFO

 

Andrew joined Acrow in 2019 as Chief Financial Officer, bringing with him extensive experience in senior finance roles.

He has held distinguished positions at financial service companies such as Colonial First State, BT Financial Group, SFG Limited, and Thorn Group. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Economics from Macquarie University and is a Chartered Accountant.

His extensive financial expertise ensures Acrow’s financial health and strategic growth. 

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Matthew Caporella

COO

 

Matthew joined Acrow in 2012 and now serves as Chief Operating Officer, drawing on his extensive experience. Previously, he was National Manager – Engineering. Matthew holds dual degrees in Civil Engineering and Business Management from Queensland University of Technology. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer with the Institute of Engineers Australia and a Registered Professional Engineer in Queensland. Matthew’s expertise enhances Acrow’s operational excellence.

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Robert Parovel

Head of People & Culture

 

Robert joined Acrow in November 2021 as Head of People and Culture, with significant experience from senior Human Resources roles at Harsco Corporation, GCC Services, and Webuild Group. With international experience in the Asia Pacific and Middle East, Robert holds an MBA from Charles Sturt University and completed the Global Leadership Program at SDA Bocconi in Milan. His expertise in human resources and global perspective greatly contribute to Acrow’s vibrant company culture.

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Jurie Roetger

GM Industrial Access

 

Jurie joined the Acrow Group through the acquisition of Uni-span in October 2019. With over two decades of industry experience, he celebrated his 20th anniversary in 2023, marking a remarkable career journey.

Currently serving as the General Manager – Industrial Services, Jurie’s past roles within the Uni-span Group have included positions as a Scaffold Designer, Project Manager, and North Queensland Manager.

Jurie holds a Diploma in Business Management and a Diploma in Commercial Construction. His extensive experience and diverse skill set make him a pivotal asset to Acrow, ensuring excellence in Industrial Services and contributing to the company’s continued success.

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David Dragicevich

GM Engineering

 

With over 15 years’ experience in Temporary Works Engineering, David has delivered complex solutions across major infrastructure and commercial building projects. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil), a Master of Engineering Practice (Environmental), and multiple professional accreditations including CPEng, NER, RPEQ, RPEV, NSW Professional Engineer and NSW Design Practitioner.

As General Manager – Engineering, David leads Acrow’s national team of Engineers, Designers and Drafters, driving technical excellence and delivering safe, efficient solutions across Formwork, Scaffold and our specialised systems, including Screens and Jacking Systems/Jumpform.

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Jason Merjane

GM Specialised Services

 

Jason is a valued member of Acrow, joining through the acquisition of Natform in 2018. He currently serves as the General Manager for Specialised Services, based in NSW.

Jason holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from Western Sydney University and is an active member of The Institution of Engineers Australia.

With his extensive experience and commitment to excellence, Jason plays a pivotal role in the success and ongoing growth of Acrow Screens and Jumpform, ensuring the company remains a leader in its industry.

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Paul Barnes

GM NSW & TAS

 

Paul joined Acrow on 4th June 2025 as General Manager New South Wales & Tasmania. Paul brings with him a wealth of experience, having successfully run his own business in the UK for the past ten years together with very senior General Management roles in Australia with companies such as Visy and Veolia.

He is known for his astute leadership, dynamic approach, and strong commercial acumen. Paul also carried out the role of interim GM for Acrow in NSW 11-years ago.

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Michael Miller

GM Queensland

 

Michael joined Acrow Michael joined Acrow Sydney in 2019 as a Formwork Sales Representative and quickly progressed to Formwork Manager in 2020. He returned to Queensland in 2021 as Major Projects Manager, bringing over 25 years of civil infrastructure experience. Holding an Advanced Diploma in Building and Construction, Michael has been instrumental in driving growth and excellence across the QLD team.

In October 2024, he was appointed General Manager – QLD, leading the business into its next phase of success.

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