About Us

Who we are

We are a family owned and operated, Canberra-based construction company. Our local experience allows us to conceive and develop projects that are both unique in character and sympathetic to the ACT and its surrounds.

Dino Nikias, one of our founding directors, has been a proud contributor to the ACT property development and construction industry since the 1960s. That commitment continues through Nikias Diamond today.

At the forefront of innovative construction techniques 

Nikias Diamond is at the forefront of innovative design and construction techniques. In-line with our commitment to the future we have integrated sustainable measures into all new building projects, including obtaining a minimum Greenstar and Nabers rating of 4.5. These programs address health and wellbeing; access to alternative modes of transport; reduced ecological impact; improved indoor environment quality; reduced consumption of water and energy; lower harmful emissions; and conservation of valuable resources.

1960s

Nikias Property Group Pty Ltd is formed - responsible for management of approximately $100 million in commercial property. This company ceased to manage property construction following the 2003 restructure.

 

2003

Nikias Diamond Property Developments Pty Ltd, trading as Nikias Diamond - is established in 2003 following George Diamond’s entry into the business. This is the company responsible for the construction and management of our current construction projects.

 

2019

Bronte Group Pty Ltd is formed - a collaboration of over 100 years’ experience in the real estate, building and property industries. Bronte Group is the project management and delivery arm of the business with management across the diverse projects the group undertakes.


Proudly building Canberra since the 1960s.

What we do

Our work extends to all aspects of construction and project management from new buildings to refurbishments, rebuilds, restorations and fit-outs.

Our projects span the commercial, residential, government, private, hospitality and retail sectors where we bring our expertise in all areas of construction, from traffic management to managing safe environmental practices.

Our people


  • Dino Nikias, founder of the Nikias Group, brings over 60 years of experience in the Canberra building industry. His sound leadership and commitment to excellence in workmanship have earned him a strong reputation in the building sector and wider community. His intuitive understanding of the building industry and property sector gives him an edge in being able to read and respond to the demands of the Canberra market.

  • Dimitri Nikias joined the Nikias Group in 1997, bringing his expertise in property marketing, valuing and feasibility. With nearly 20 years’ experience in commercial property, Dimitri has a depth of expertise that has contributed significantly to the company’s philosophy for quality building and has consolidated the Nikias Group of companies into a successful corporate identity. Dimitri manages the client interface, the design process, and development and building approvals.

  • George Diamond has a deep understanding of the building industry through the numerous large-scale commercial and industrial projects he has worked on in the Canberra region. George has nearly 30 years’ experience in the industry and has worked with major development companies including Lend Lease, Multiplex, and Iqon. He has been a Project Director on many technically challenging buildings which has enabled him to provide a sensible, structured approach in early design and cost planning.

  • Dimitri Stramarcos is an integral member of the Nikias Diamond management and team. Joining the company in 2005, he has over 30 years’ experience in the construction of major and complex projects in all sectors from office commercial, industrial, retail and residential. Dimitri is skilled in the many genres of the construction industry including the management of over 30 employees across multiple projects. Dimitri is involved across all areas of the construction process from early construction advice, Development Approval to driving the Building Approval and finally the construction and delivery of each of the projects. Dimitri leads a construction team to successfully deliver all projects at Nikias Diamond.

Leaders in constructing specialist projects IN CANBERRA

We have established ourselves as Canberra’s leader in building specialist medical and complex building works. We have a recognised track record in catering to the needs of clients with complex or unique requirements whether they be in medical technology, secure storage, sustainability, heritage or highly bespoke fit-outs. Our work can be seen around Canberra and includes specialist medical builds and fit-outs such as the John James Hospital Clinical Service Building and Canberra Imaging suites, highly detailed quality fit-outs such as Hotel Hotel and highly secure storage facilities.

 

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