GregQuinnAwardedLifeMembershipwithMasterBuildersQueensland

Such recognition is a rare and prestigious honour that distinguishes Greg’s decades of service and leadership in the construction industry. 

The award was formally presented onstage at the 2025 Housing & Construction Awards by the Master Builders Queensland CEO, Paul Bidwell, in front of 900 + industry peers, colleagues, and friends.

Greg’s journey in construction began in the 1970s, playing footy for Brothers and Queensland before completing a carpentry apprenticeship and running his own business in Ipswich. His leadership qualities quickly became evident, leading him to head up Master Builders Association in both Queensland and New South Wales throughout the 1980s and ‘90s. 

In 2001, Greg was handpicked by Jack Hutchinson (also known as Jack Senior) and Scott Hutchinson to become Hutchies’ first ever non-family Managing Director. Under his stewardship, Hutchies grew from a turnover of $130 million to over $3 billion. 

Hutchies also grew by expanding nationally and launching specialist divisions – including modular construction, building services, and the industry-leading Statim Yaga Indigenous employment initiative. 

Highlighting Greg’s journey from his early days as an apprentice carpenter to his 21-year tenure as Managing Director of one of Australia’s most prominent commercial builders, Paul described how Greg has shaped the industry through innovation, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to quality. 

Paul also praised Greg’s legacy, including launching the first registered training organisation operated by a builder, benefiting more than 2,500 apprentices and trainees.