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David Madden

Founding Director
  • Location:
    National, New South Wales
  • Services:
    Expert Witness, Quantity Surveying
  • Qualifications:
    BAppSc (QS), Dip. Th. CQS
  • Connect:
    • [email protected]
    • 0411 876 158
    • LinkedIn

With close to 40 years of experience, Founding Director David Madden is a highly-sought after expert who champions client value and stakeholder collaboration throughout projects.

David established MBM in 2002 following 15 years of engagement in the construction industry. Delivering technical expertise across industries, David stewards MBM’s education, health, workplace, residential, retail, industrial, and mixed-use sector developments. His experience providing expert witness guidance to state judiciary bodies, including the Supreme Courts of New South Wales and Victoria alongside the NCAT District Court, has shaped his reputation as an esteemed consultant.

David graduated with honours in a Bachelor of Applied Science in Quantity Surveying from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). His influential leadership extends to key industry bodies as demonstrated by his membership with the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and past role as Vice President of the AIQS NSW Chapter Council. David’s commitment to industry contributions extends from the delivery of thought leadership at events to preparation of the AIQS Guide for Expert Witness services. His ancillary attitude underscores the importance of knowledge sharing – whether through seminars, workshops, or one-on-one guidance – and highlights his investment in the growth of the quantity surveying industry.

David leads several teams in MBM’s Sydney office in addition to broadly guiding our national presence. He brings a structured methodology to his work and is well versed in navigating complex scenarios. He approaches each project with passion and personability by assisting clients from the inception stage through to tendering, pre and post contract documentation, and administration. As the 2023 NAWIC NSW Champion of Change recipient, he stands for equitable opportunities and strives to create an inclusive work environment through celebrations of diverse cultures and the promotion of female leadership.

Past Speaking Engagements

  • (2025) Club Hibernia Economic Outlook Event
  • (2025) NAWIC NSW Lunch with a Leader
  • (2024) NAWIC NSW Economic Outlook Discussion
  • (2024) MBM’s Escalation in Conversation – The Housing Edition
  • (2024) MBM’s Escalation in Conversation – The Budget Edition
  • (2024) MBM’s Quarterly Escalation in Conversation

Awards

Past Speaking Engagements: Escalation in Education​

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: David Madden for Legacy Leadership Award

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2025 Finalist: Autumn Lu

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2025 Finalist: Autumn Lu

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2025 Winner: Georgia Brady

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2025 Winner: Georgia Brady

RICS Awards 2025 Winner: Building Consultancy Team of the Year

RICS Awards 2025 Winner: Building Consultancy Team of the Year

Past Speaking Engagements: Escalation in Education​

Past Speaking Engagements: Escalation in Education​

PCA QLD People in Property Awards 2025: Finalist: Reiss Draper for Industry Impact Award

PCA QLD People in Property Awards 2025: Finalist: Reiss Draper for Industry Impact Award

RICS Awards 2025 – Finalist: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year for the VHBA Community Hospitals Programme

RICS Awards 2025 – Finalist: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year for the VHBA Community Hospitals Programme

PCA VIC People in Property Awards 2025 – Winner: Team of the Year

PCA VIC People in Property Awards 2025 – Winner: Team of the Year

PCA VIC People in Property Awards 2025 – Winner: Tim Rice for Rising Star

PCA VIC People in Property Awards 2025 – Winner: Tim Rice for Rising Star

RICS Awards 2025 – Finalist: Facilities Management Team of the Year for Edith Cowan University and Nyaal Banyul Convention and Event Centre

RICS Awards 2025 – Finalist: Facilities Management Team of the Year for Edith Cowan University and Nyaal Banyul Convention and Event Centre

The Australian Interior Design Awards 2025 – Finalist: Georgia Brady for Workplace Design – 155 Clarence Street Lobby

The Australian Interior Design Awards 2025 – Finalist: Georgia Brady for Workplace Design – 155 Clarence Street Lobby

PCA QLD People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: Daniel Tsou for Rising Star

PCA QLD People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: Daniel Tsou for Rising Star

NAWIC NSW Executive Women’s Scholarship – Highly Commended: Autumn Lu

NAWIC NSW Executive Women’s Scholarship – Highly Commended: Autumn Lu

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: David Madden for Legacy Leadership Award

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: David Madden for Legacy Leadership Award

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: Richard Smith for Industry Impact Award

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2024 – Finalist: Richard Smith for Industry Impact Award

Sophie Chen for the 2024 RICS

Sophie Chen for the 2024 RICS

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2024 – Winner: Imandee Jayawardena for John Holland University Scholarship

NAWIC NSW Awards for Excellence 2024 – Winner: Imandee Jayawardena for John Holland University Scholarship

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2023 – Finalist: Ed Robins for Rising Star – Zoological Portfolio

PCA NSW People in Property Awards 2023 – Finalist: Ed Robins for Rising Star – Zoological Portfolio

RICS Awards 2023 – Finalist: Autumn Lu for Young Achiever of the Year – Fort Street Public School

RICS Awards 2023 – Finalist: Autumn Lu for Young Achiever of the Year – Fort Street Public School

RICS Awards 2023 – Highly Commended: Building Consultancy Team of the Year

RICS Awards 2023 – Highly Commended: Building Consultancy Team of the Year

RICS Awards 2022 – Winner: Chanel Ong for Young Achiever of the Year – Nepean Hospital Redevelopment

RICS Awards 2022 – Winner: Chanel Ong for Young Achiever of the Year – Nepean Hospital Redevelopment

Featured Projects

Canva Head Office Fitout

Betashares Salesforce Tower Fitout

TfNSW Lang’s Corner Workplace

Gadens Office Fitout

Charter Hall’s New Sydney HQ

Sir Joseph Banks High School, Revesby NSW

News

MBM’s Q4 2025 National Escalation Report Explores Market Trends and Brisbane Olympics Movements

Freedom Fresh Australia Expands Pre-Cut Macadamia Ranges with MBM’s Cost Guidance

MBM Supports Education for Disabled Students with Specialist Learning Spaces at Ceduna Area School 

MBM Guides Cost and Asset Management for the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre Development

MBM Guides Cost and Value Management Expertise on the Completed Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery

Xmirus Co-Founder and Former RLB NSW Managing Director Bob Richardson Joins MBM as Director

MBM’s Building Consultancy Team Delivers Technical Due Diligence in Taiwan

MBM’s Q3 2025 National Escalation Report Breaks Down Market Trends Across Australia

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Acknowledgement of Country

MBM acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work on, and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

We acknowledge the stories, traditions, and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land and commit to building a brighter future together.