Gary Thompson, Managing Director
Gary Thompson is the founding Director of Afirmacon. He is a qualified Quantity Surveyor and licensed builder with over 40 years' experience in the construction industry. He established Afirmacon in March 2018 and serves clients in Queensland and nationally from offices in Cairns and Buderim.
Gary commenced his career in 1985 with Anchor Industries, a Cairns-based commercial and industrial building contractor. In 2002, he joined a national quantity surveying firm as Director, bringing his detailed knowledge of the local subcontract market, hands-on building experience, and expertise across a wide range of project types. As part of the senior leadership team, Gary headed the Construction Expert Opinion Division nationally before establishing Afirmacon.
Expertise
Quantum analysis: Detailed assessment of measured works, cost build-ups, disruption impacts, and prolongation costs, supported by transparent methodologies and defensible calculations. Independent expert reporting: Preparation of clear, impartial reports suitable for use in legal disputes, adjudication, arbitration, and commercial negotiations, with well-reasoned findings grounded in evidence. Project management and contract administration: Comprehensive oversight of project delivery, change control, documentation, and commercial governance across diverse construction and infrastructure environments. Claims development and assessment: Preparation, review, and evaluation of claims relating to variations, delays, disruption, and entitlement, ensuring robust analysis aligned with contractual frameworks. Risk management: Mitigation of project risks, including supply chain constraints, procurement challenges, and commercial exposure. Consultation and negotiation: Skilled engagement with contractors, clients, legal representatives, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve issues, clarify entitlements, and support informed decision-making.
Recent webinars and presentations BDPS Brisbane 2025: Mock Trial - giving oral expert evidence (speaker) BDPS Brisbane 2023: How to Effectively Cross-Examine & Be Cross-Examined (conference panel member) Risk & Compliance in the Construction Sector, May 2022 (speaker)Supply chain risk management in the COVID building boom, November 2021 (speaker).
Quantum analysis: Detailed assessment of measured works, cost build-ups, disruption impacts, and prolongation costs, supported by transparent methodologies and defensible calculations. Independent expert reporting: Preparation of clear, impartial reports suitable for use in legal disputes, adjudication, arbitration, and commercial negotiations, with well-reasoned findings grounded in evidence. Project management and contract administration: Comprehensive oversight of project delivery, change control, documentation, and commercial governance across diverse construction and infrastructure environments. Claims development and assessment: Preparation, review, and evaluation of claims relating to variations, delays, disruption, and entitlement, ensuring robust analysis aligned with contractual frameworks. Risk management: Mitigation of project risks, including supply chain constraints, procurement challenges, and commercial exposure. Consultation and negotiation: Skilled engagement with contractors, clients, legal representatives, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve issues, clarify entitlements, and support informed decision-making.
Recent webinars and presentations BDPS Brisbane 2025: Mock Trial - giving oral expert evidence (speaker) BDPS Brisbane 2023: How to Effectively Cross-Examine & Be Cross-Examined (conference panel member) Risk & Compliance in the Construction Sector, May 2022 (speaker)Supply chain risk management in the COVID building boom, November 2021 (speaker).
Qualifications:
QBCC #707508 Diploma of Applied Science (Building)Graduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying - Deakin University.