Our Team

Marcus Schaw
Owner

Marcus has been building for over 20 years, with experience in NZ and abroad. He started SBL in 2010 after realising his passion for perfection would be better suited to his own company. Marcus gets huge satisfaction now not only from watching clients dreams become reality, but also from seeing the continued personal growth in our team.

Sarah Schaw
Owner

Sarah offers support to Marcus and the team with project management and administration. She has a degree in Marketing and Psychology, and has worked in project management for over 18 years. Her role at SBL involves key communication between clients, subbies and our team and she gets a huge kick out of timelines & spreadsheets!

George Hendy
Foreman/2IC

George is our groundworks & concrete expert, and takes on our most challenging projects. George's attention to detail and methodical approach to building is reflected in the results he achieves. In 2025 Marcus & Sarah were excited to welcome George as a shareholder in the company. SBL continues to grow with George's help around processes and industry knowledge.

Tyler Kopua
Foreman/ Qualified Builder

Tyler joined our crew as a Gateway Student in 2017. After a brief "sabbatical" he came back to us in 2024 as a Foreman. We've loved watching Tyler grow in his role as a Foreman, and we couldn't be prouder of the projects he is now completing in this role.

Brent Tate
Foreman/ Qualified Builder

Brent joined our team a couple of days before the Covid-19 Lockdown, but was able to show us that he is a real asset to the team in the post Covid climate. Brent is Australian by birth, but we don't hold that against him. Brent has embraced the SBL values, and has quickly moved through the ranks to become one of our valued Foremen.

Ella Jonasen
Qualified Builder

Ella joined our team mid 2023. Ella has always enjoyed the outdoors, and after work experience in the building industry decided after her year 12 at Napier Girls she would carry out her apprenticeship. Ella was qualified in November 2022, and we are excited to have her as part of our team.

Liam Roberts
Apprentice

Liam joined our team part way through 2022, via the Gateway program. Liam has a keen eye for detail, and an exceptional work ethic. He is currently completing his apprenticeship.