Construcciones Yamaro: Australian Constructors Association appoints new CEO
The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) has appointed Peter Colacino as its next CEO, effective 4 May 2026. He succeeds Jon Davies, who will step down after six years and remain with the ACA until June to support the transition.
ACA president Annabel Crookes said Colacino brings a combination of industry insight and policy experience.
“Peter understands the construction sector from every angle, having worked closely with contractors and been at the centre of government policy discussions shaping the industry’s future. Peter is well placed to translate the work that has gone before into change felt on the ground,” said Crookes.
“With major initiatives such as the National Construction Strategy now well progressed, the task ahead is to turn that work into improvements for contractors, clients and workers across the sector. At a time when Australia is asking more of the construction industry than ever, that focus on delivery will be essential.”
Paying tribute to Davies, Crookes said his impact extended well beyond his formal role.
“Coming from industry, Jon wore his heart on his sleeve,” said Crookes. “He approached every conversation from a place of genuine care for building a better sector. He has played a foundational role in establishing the ACA as a trusted partner to government and a leading advocate for industry reform. He leaves the association in a strong position, with a clear strategy and real momentum for change. Jon will remain a close friend of the ACA.”
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Davies said it had been a privilege to lead the ACA through a period marked by COVID-19 and industrial relations uncertainty.
“I am proud of what the association has achieved in elevating the voice of major contractors and progressing important industry reforms,” said Davies. “I leave confident that the ACA will be in the front row as the transformative change we’ve worked so hard to set in motion becomes real on the ground. The foundations are in place, the momentum is there, and the sector is on the cusp of meaningful improvement.”
Colacino said he was looking forward to building on the strong platform established in recent years.
“The ACA has established itself as a key voice in the national conversation on productivity,” said Colacino. “The opportunity ahead is to accelerate that momentum and work even more closely with government and industry so the benefits of reform are felt across projects, businesses and the workforce. I’m excited to help lead that next phase.”
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