Mario has 18 years’ of experience in the property and construction industry, specialising in the development, design, and construction of complex and innovative property projects across three continents. His expertise extends to building product research and development, fire safety engineering, and the performance of building systems and materials under fire conditions, including walls, floors, doors, and other separating elements
Mario’s core competencies also include building safety, modern construction methods, and advanced material technologies. He has played a pivotal role in crafting corporate strategies for risk management and assurance, spearheading the adoption of innovative technologies, and leading R&D initiatives focused on meeting local building regulations and stakeholder needs—including insurers, developers, investors, asset owners, manufacturers, and contractors.
As a Fire Safety Engineering expert within property development, main contracting, and consultancy firms, Mario has extensive experience advising on safety and compliance concerning building safety defects.
Globally, Mario has collaborated with governments, civil society, and industries such as construction, insurance, and manufacturing to tackle critical issues like building safety and sustainability. He has founded international industry collaboration groups, provided expert advice on safety, innovation, and risk management for property developments in Australia, the UK, Italy, and the US, and served as a panellist at prominent events, including the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP26, UN-managed Blue Zone).