BSC(HONS) MRICS MAIQS CQS
Robert Madden is the leading Director at Madden & Associates with over 15 years’ experience in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom and Europe. Leading the firm's quantity surveying, project management and construction advisory services across New South Wales and Queensland.
His work spans project management, cost management and construction advisory matters, including construction disputes and quantum assessments. Robert provides independent, commercially focused advice to help clients understand project costs, assess risk, navigate procurement decisions and resolve complex construction issues.
His sector experience includes hospitality and clubs, education, arts and cultural projects, and heritage works. He also undertakes expert witness and quantum assessment work, applying a structured, evidence-based approach to construction cost and contractual matters.
As the current leader of this family-owned consultancy, Robert is committed to maintaining the firm's established reputation while developing its capabilities and relationships for the future.
Some of Robert’s recent key projects are: Nerang RSL $100 million Masterplan Building Delivery Works, St Vincents College Potts Point Chapel Restoration Works & Ettalong Bowling Club Stage 1 Major Works.
Robert is also a testifying supreme court witness that has appeared in recent matters where the disputes are $10 million and greater in cost, acting both as an expert in the Quantum and Superintendent fields.
Robert’s niche is that he is both a Chartered Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor and has Professional Affiliations with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (MRICS, MAIQS CQS).
Robert is also currently serving as a Non-Executive Director at Newcastle Grammar School for the past 6 years and is part of the board’s Property Development Committee and Corporate Governance Committee. Advising the School on complex governance and property issues based on his experience he has working with Top 10 Independent Schools in the United Kingdom such as Sevenoaks School & Charter House.
A.DIP.QS; MRICS; AAIQS; AMAIB; FCIOB; MAIPM
Madden & Associates was established in 1995 by Steve Madden , whose experience, professional values and commitment to client service laid the foundations for the firm's reputation.
Through his work across the construction industry, he helped establish a consultancy built on independent advice, strong professional relationships and a practical understanding of the commercial realities of construction projects.
His contribution continues to shape the way Madden & Associates operates today. The principles on which he built the business remain central to our approach, including professional integrity, technical rigour, careful analysis and lasting client relationships.
Steve provided over 50 years of experience and service to his clients throughout United Kingdom and Australia and led the delivery of the BHPB Hunter River Remediation Project, Coal Loader and on shore facilities. This involved with coordinating with consultants from over multiple countries such as Australia, Singapore, Holland, Philippines, USA, India, USA and South Africa. Steve was also a Chartered Project Manager, Builder and Quantity Surveyor with key accreditations from the Chartered Institute of Building, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors and Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors. (MRCIS, AAIQS CQS, FCIOB)
Following his passing in May 2026, the firm continues under the leadership of his son, Robert Madden, carrying forward the foundations established by its founder while continuing to develop the business for the future.