hn2692With his love for numbers, John envisaged his life as an accountant, although this did not become his reality when it came to placement at University. Instead, he was accepted  into Building Surveying – it being the last  preference on a list of unrelated subjects.

With very little understanding about Building Surveying (other than the correlation between buildings and construction) he perceived it to be somewhat interesting and was a ticket into University. Following a year of study, John found that Building Surveying was challenging and interesting, and went on to complete a Degree at Swinburne University.

Entering the big wide world with his first job at Eltham Council, John’s unsurpassable motivation to achieve, meant his time with Council was short lived. Private Certification was where he needed to be.

Progressing his career at a well know Private Building Surveying firm in Port Melbourne, John craved for achievement, which saw him become a Shareholder. Following 10 years of service and hard work, John was  head hunted by international construction consulting company, Davis Langdon (Aecom) where he established a successful Building Surveying team, to complement the other services offered within the firm.

Employing and managing in excess of thirty staff, John contributed exceptional outcomes to the business as Equity Director, overseeing the National Building Surveying Directors and was a valued member of the Management Board.

Following the sale of Davis Langdon (Aecom), Grimbos Building Surveyors was born. Located in the funky streets of Fitzroy; a niche team was established, servicing long standing and new clients.

John’s ‘hands on approach’ ensures that he attends to client needs in a timely and efficient manner, making himself readily available and contactable – to much dismay of his three children, who have had to put their game of Uno on hold whilst ‘dad’ answers phone calls at 7pm. Not only is John technically savvy, but he also has a strong business acumen which also allows him to manage a successful and growing business.

Over the years the ‘Grimbos’ name has become well known and respected within the Building Surveying and construction Industries – a reflection of hard work, diligence, enthusiasm and passion to achieve.

Some other fun facts:

Hobbies | Going to the gym, looking through Car Sales (way too much time on Car Sales!)  & spending time with this family (also known for making pinatas with his kids)

Cultural Background | Macedonian (although married into an Italian cultural background)

Sporting Teams | Collingwood (don’t hold it against him) & Melbourne Victory, Liverpool EPL

Favorite Food | John has an unhealthy obsession with ice-cream & Kit Kats

Alcoholic Beverage | Johnny Double Black or a nice glass of Pinot Noir

Negative Aspect | Inability to delegate (frustrating for those in the office)

Children | Sienna 10 years, Mia 9 years, Paris 4 years (Milo the cat, 1 year)

TV Shows | Man vs Food, Melbourne House Wives (ha ha, the last one is a joke)

Famous for | His spikey hair (still hasn’t changed since he was 20) and fashion style

Odd Fact | Holds a brown belt in Zen Do Kai

Schools Attended | Burbank Park Primary, Merrilands High  &  Templestowe High (at year 10)

Other Fact | Retains a Domestic Builders Licence