OUR STORY
Established in 2018, SUCON’s name combines that of Susana, the daughter of the firm’s founder and President, and the word Consultancy. The name’s origin reflects the firm’s commitment to family, integrity, and culture.
The SUCON INTERNATIONAL’s emblem mimics that of an arrow pointing forward in essence and spirit of moving forward. The arrow’s direction to the right is in alignment with the greater-then (>) mathematics symbol. Combined, the SUCON symbol stands for us moving forward in a direction that is greater than what is current. The colour red symbolizes that blood is thicker than water, and that family is a priority in our organisation. The grey symbolizes the challenges and obstacles. The black is outlined as a bird flying in the direction of the arrow, moving forward beyond the challenges to achieve greatness.
MAKE YOUR PROJECTS A REALITY!
We deliver innovative, efficient, professional, and client-focused solutions. Contact Us For More Information!
WHAT CAN WE DO?
SUCON International offers expertise in a wealth of fields which include but are not limited to the following: Architectural and Infrastructure Master Planning, Project Management, Building and Construction Services, Structural and Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, and Project Costing, Seismic/Cyclone Resiliency Design and Certification, Project and Construction Management, Gender Responsive and Inclusive Infrastructure, Solid Waste Management and Recycling, Tertiary Education Planning, Information, Communication Technology (ICT), Development Studies, Research, and Innovation, Business Administration Economics, Environmental Assessment, and Conservation, Contract Dispute Settlements, Samoan language translation and cultural studies, Archaeological surveys. SUCON is staffed by multidisciplinary international certified staff from Argentina, Australia, American Samoa, England, Fiji, Japan, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Philippines and Samoa.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
Our publications is where we publish our public strategic documents, reports and policies that guide our administration.
For internal policies and documents pertaining to SUCON administration (eg. Finance or Human Resources), please contact info@sucon.ws to seek permission:
- Associates and Expertise Policy
- Anti-Corruption Policy
- Environmental Policy
- Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Author, Peer Review and Publication Policy
- AI Use, Detection and Prohibition Policy
- Design Policy and Procedure
- Samoa IPES Regulation 2017
- SUCON Strategy
- SUCON Capability Statement
- SUCON Organizational Structure
- SUCON Marketing Plan
- SUCON-Anti-Money Laundering Policy & Procedure
- Inclusive and Gender Responsive Policy
- Quality Assurance Management Policy
- SUCON Audit Policy
The Team
Our management, creative, associates team and expertise
Our Management Team consists of six members who form and make up our highest decision-making committee and body which is called the ‘President’s Council’. The role of this team is to council the President’s decisions and oversee the day-to-day operations of the different arms that make up SUCON International.
Our Creative Team under the supervision of our Vice President, Technical Services oversees the development of graphics, concepts, designs and models.
Our Associates and Expertise consists of qualified international individuals who have subscribed to SUCON International as either full-time staff or called-upon consultants. If you may be interested in subscribing please email info@sucon.ws with the subject heading ‘Associate Subscription’. Requirements for subscription include full curriculum vitae, signed consent form from current employer, authentication and evidence of qualification and accreditation. For full-time opportunities please refer to Vacancies, Tenders and Opportunities.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
PMP , BEng ( Civil ) , NzDipCM , MEngNz
Mr. Faolotoi has vast experience in project management across engineering services, structural and civil. He is highly qualified in building analysis, structural design, and construction administration. His areas of design expertise include residential, bank, healthcare, and civic projects utilizing all materials of construction. Paletasala is also the founder and owner of SUCON Consultancy Ltd.
Paletasala Faolotoi
Founder & President
(Structural Engineer)
BA Prj Mgt, MBA PM, MDS, DBA-Prj Mgt
Eric Clem Groves specialise in project management, policy writing, research, & strategic planning. In these areas, he has worked in Gender Responsive Infrastructure, Health Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Inclusive Education, Disability Access, & Waste Management. As a qualified project management & development studies expert, Eric has worked in multidisciplinary fields that relate to development within the context of Samoa and the South Pacific region. Before joining SUCON, Eric supervised & oversaw multidisciplinary projects with a total accumulating value of 35 million USD during his time with the United Nations & the National University of Samoa. He has also published over 30 peer-reviewed academic papers in international & regional journals. Eric is also the founder & lead editor for the SUCON Pacific Projects Digest, which is our devoted publication outlet for project-based studies & articles.
Dr. Eric Clem Groves
Vice President
(Project Management)
BSc (Civil Eng.) Philippines
Arnel Sinconiegue
Country Manager - Philippines (Civil Engineer)
Operations Manager
The Operations Manager oversees the Central Administration which operations as the corporate service unit for all three services. The position is currently vacant and is pending appointment. The minimum qualifications needed for this role is a bachelor’s degree in Management, Economics, and anything else deemed relevant by the panel.
Flyriver Niupulusu-Nati
Operations Manager
Country Manager - American Samoa
Mulipola Ilavasaloloa Mulipola
Country Manager - American Samoa
Country Manager (Accounting & Finance) - Fiji
Rajendra Singh
Country Manager (Accounting & Finance) - Fiji
Manager International Services
Edwin Tekulu Ghasapio
Country Manager - Solomon Islands (Civil Engineer)
CORE TEAM
Chief Architect
Gilbert Ayensa
Chief Architect
Environmental & Social Safeguards / Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
Shaanarlei Ward
Environmental & Social Safeguards / Occupational Health & Safety Coordinator
Bed NUS, Cert OHS, Cert First Aid, Cert Fire Safety. Cert. Project Mgt.
Toetu Tanoa’i
Projects Delivery Coordinator
Design Structural Engineer
Marvin S. Lacre
Design Structural Engineer (Review and Certification)
BSc, Mech Eng.
Lenuel P. Jaramilla
Country Manager - American Samoa
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Project Clerk - Mechanics & Excavation
Tom James Papali'i
Project Clerk - Mechanics & Excavation
BMgt Studies NZ, Cert. ESMP, Cert. SIA
Sameli Tuiloma
Bid Manager (Economist)
Senior Administration
Tuku Kalou
Senior Projects Administrator
Associate Engineer
Lincoln Lameko
Associate Engineer
ICT and CISCO Associate
Jerado Groves
Hardware Engineer
Project Officer - Survey & Fabrication
Gideon Mulitalo
Project Officer - Survey & Fabrication
Project Officer - Construction & Concrete Works
James Fa'asoo
Project Officer - Construction & Concrete Works
BENCH OF EXPERTISE
Senior Structural Engineer
Francis X. Santiago
Senior Structural Engineer
Project Manager
Cale Anderson
Project Manager (Carpentry)
Design Architect
Dexell Frankie Aita
Design Architect
Samoan Language & Culture Specialist
Ta’iao Dr. Matavai Tautunu Aumua
Samoan Language & Culture Specialist
Manager Construction Services
James Brown
Manager Construction Services (Carpentry)
ICT Consultant
Roselyn Ponayo-Alestre
ICT Consultant
Site Inspector
El (Efeso) Hunt
Part-time Site Inspector
Aviation Engineer
James Nonone
Aviation Engineer
Geotech Engineer
Bartphil Tamou
Geotech Engineer
Consultant Quality Control & Materials Engineer
Joe Bitoin
Consultant Quality Control & Materials Engineer
Consultant Architect
Jade Katherine Fernandez
Consultant Architect
Certified Journeyman Electrician
Tunumafafono Siegfried Ula
Consultant Electrician
Consultant Urban Planner
Assoc. Prof. Sonia Roitman
Consultant Urban Planner
Medical Officer Consultant
Dr. Nu'ualofa Jasmine Mauiliu
Medical Officer Consultant
Consultant Archaeologist
Mera Sahib
Consultant Archaeologist
Consultant Mechanical Engineer
Randino Estoria
Consultant Mechanical Engineer
Consultant Communications Specialist
Natacha Dobrovolsky
Consultant Communications Specialist
Monitoring Evaluation Learning Specialist
Iliesa Ravuci
Monitoring Evaluation Learning Specialist
Public Health Specialist
George Titulu
Public Health Specialist
Consultant Civil Engineer
Issach Faiko Obu
Consultant Civil Engineer
Draftsman
Jovilisi Rayalu Ducia
Draftsman
For Further Inquiries Call
- +685 7519517 (Samoa HQ)
- +684 2728092 (American Samoa Office)
- +677 7333131 (Solomon Islands Office)
- +63 9998071260 (Philippines Office)
- +679 7771361 (Fiji Office)
