About Us

We know the built environment shapes how people live and work. That’s why we deliver quantity surveying and building consultancy services with people in mind—ensuring every project is smart, seamless, and built for everyday impact.

WHO WE ARE

We’re a multi-award-winning, family-run quantity surveying and building consultancy with 30+ years of experience and a reputation for excellence. Across Australia, we deliver end-to-end project solutions with the same care, integrity, and passion we bring to our own.

LEADING OUR TEAM

Samuel Star

Principal & Founder

Design Practitioner Reg. DEP4335
Certified Fellow Quantity Surveyor FAIQS CQS Reg.No. 2752
NSW Dept Fair Trading SBBIS Registered Strata Defects Inspector Panel Member
NSW Dept Fair Trading SBBIS Registered Defect Rectification Costs Panel Member
QS Depreciation Tax Agent Reg. No. 82624000
Master Builders Lic No. 42017

About Samuel

Meet Samuel Star, the visionary founder and director of Archi-QS, a seasoned leader with over 30 years of industry experience. Samuel’s extensive experience positions him as an expert in managing risks and completing distressed projects, evident through his proactive approach and unwavering integrity. As a seasoned leader, his involvement ensures rigorous reporting and compliance with credit risk processes, making Archi-QS a trusted partner for financial institutions.

As a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors and a Certified Quantity Surveyor, Samuel possesses the credentials to manage and execute a comprehensive range of quantity surveying services across diverse project types, scales, and client groups. His reputation precedes him, with Samuel being a trusted presence on panels for both major and minor banks and financial institutions, ensuring banking compliance, rigorous reporting, and project management standards from inception to completion.

Samuel’s invaluable insights into quality workmanship and project integrity, combined with his diverse experience spanning the building life-cycle, and his proactive approach, have honed his ability to navigate and excel in complex project scenarios. With Samuel at the helm, Archi-QS stands as a beacon of excellence in the industry, offering unparalleled expertise and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Sarah Bozionelos

Senior Manager & Nominated Architect

Nominated Architect NSW ARB 10024
Design Practitioner NSW DEP0002091
Certified Asbestos Assessor Alertforce 210301
SIP Building Inspector and General Building Consultant ASBC 154
Member of the Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA)
Associate Member of the Australian Society of Building Consultants
Master of Architecture (USYD)
Bachelor of Architectural Studies (UNSW)
Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety (WHS)

About Sarah

As the Senior Manager at Archi-QS, Sarah spearheads our team with unparalleled expertise, distinguishing us as the only quantity surveying firm with architects on the management board. Sarah’s multifaceted role encompasses architectural insight, policy acumen, and leadership.

With a robust background as the Nominated Architect for Archi-QS and NSW Design Practitioner, Sarah ensures that each project benefits from a holistic approach, blending architectural precision with strategic guidance informed by policy insights. This unique combination enables us to set new standards of excellence and deliver unparalleled value to our clients.

As a SIP Building Inspector and General Building Consultant, she’s qualified to act as a building inspector and assist in all stages of the Strata Building Bond and Inspections Scheme. She also takes the lead as a strata services specialist, overseeing all the projects and providing guidance to the team.

Furthermore, Sarah is a thought leader, actively contributing to relevant publications and hosting seminars to share valuable insights with clients and industry peers.

Rafael Bozionelos

General Manager & Quantity Surveyor

Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Systems ACU
Cert IV Building and Construction (Estimating) TAFE NSW
Master of Construction Management (Professional) DU – in progress
Certified Asbestos Assessor Alertforce 15045407-10058874

About Rafael

Rafael wears many hats in Archi-QS. He is our business development manager, quantity surveyor, and the team leader of the Strata Building Bond and Inspections Scheme services, with a strong focus on risk management. Rafael aspires to play a pivotal role in driving Archi-QS’s journey toward becoming a reputable, reliable, and well-established industry service provider and thought leader, and this is evident through his pursuit of further education in construction professional practice.

Sashko Nikolov

Team Leader & Quantity Surveyor

Bachelor of Science in Management (UKIM)
Bachelor of Construction Management (UniSA) – in progress

About Sashko

Sashko is our dedicated quantity surveyor with a specialisation in construction finance, banking compliance, and policy, coupled with extensive expertise in progress claim assessments. His unwavering determination and attention to detail make him an invaluable asset to our team.
With a deep passion for project integrity, Sashko has honed his expertise in quality construction processes. Each day, he diligently oversees the advancement and successful completion of our construction projects.

Sashko ensures strict adherence to financial institutions’ requirements and project timelines, consistently striving to exceed the goals and expectations of all stakeholders.