Who is IDC Construct?

IDC Construct is a Bundaberg-based commercial and industrial builder founded by Kailen Berthelsen. The company holds an open QBCC Builder's Licence and delivers commercial, industrial, civil and multi-residential projects across the Wide Bay-Burnett region, including Bundaberg, Bargara, Burnett Heads, Childers, Hervey Bay and Maryborough.

Where is IDC Construct based?

IDC Construct is based at 131 Bargara Road, Bundaberg East QLD 4670, and services the wider Bundaberg, Bargara, Hervey Bay and Maryborough regions.

What types of projects does IDC Construct deliver?

IDC Construct delivers commercial buildings, industrial facilities, civil works, multi-residential complexes and tenancy fit-outs. Recent projects include the Moonaboola development, Hyundai Rotem facility and the SSS Community Unit Complex.

Does IDC Construct work in Hervey Bay?

Yes. While IDC Construct is headquartered in Bundaberg, the company regularly delivers commercial and industrial construction projects in Hervey Bay, Maryborough and across the Fraser Coast region.

Who is the Director of IDC Construct?

Kailen Berthelsen is the sole Director, Founder and Managing Director of IDC Construct. He holds an open QBCC Builder's Licence and has more than 20 years of hands-on industry experience across commercial, industrial and residential construction.

Is IDC Construct QBCC licensed?

Yes. IDC Construct, led by Kailen Berthelsen, holds an open QBCC Builder's Licence and operates in full compliance with Queensland Building and Construction Commission requirements.

How do I get a quote from IDC Construct?

You can request a quote or discuss your commercial construction project by visiting the Contact page at idcconstruct.com.au/contact or emailing the team via the website enquiry form.

Press & Recognition | IDC Construct

In the press

IDC Construct’s work has been recognised by the Queensland Government, Master Builders Queensland, national trade publications, regional news media and our industry partners. Below is a curated record of public coverage.

Government & Political Recognition

Queensland Government Treasury — Cameron Dick MP

Deputy Premier and Treasurer Cameron Dick MP officially announced IDC Construct as lead contractor for Australia’s first grid-scale iron flow battery facility (ESI, Maryborough) on 24 September 2024. The announcement was carried on the Queensland Government Treasury statements channel.

Read the Treasury statement →

Bruce Saunders MP

The former Member for Maryborough was on stage at the ESI launch alongside Cameron Dick MP and IDC Construct Director Kailen Berthelsen.

Mayor Helen Blackburn — Bundaberg Regional Council

Mayor Blackburn publicly welcomed IDC Construct’s appointment as head contractor on the $320M Natrium Coral Cove Clubhouse by Vivacity Property.

Vivacity Property — groundbreaking press release →

Bundaberg Regional Council

IDC Construct is the Silver Sponsor of the Bundaberg Regional Council NYE25 Fireworks, covered on the council’s official news channel (brcnow.bundaberg.qld.gov.au).

Other public recognition

IDC Construct’s work has been publicly acknowledged by Stephen Bennett MP, Tom Smith MP, David Batt MP, Michelle Landry MP, David Janetzki MP, and the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Industry Awards

Master Builders Queensland — Wide Bay Burnett Housing & Construction Awards

IDC Construct is a back-to-back Wide Bay Burnett Housing & Construction Award winner for the Hyundai Rotem Manufacturing Facility in the Commercial / Industrial category — recognised by Master Builders QLD in both 2024 and 2025.

National & State Trade Press

Renew Economy

National renewables trade publication coverage of the ESI Iron Flow Battery announcement, naming IDC Construct’s site and quoting Deputy Premier Cameron Dick MP and ESI Managing Director Stuart Parry.

“Queensland backs iron flow battery technology for Australia’s first grid scale manufacturing facility” — Renew Economy, 24 Sep 2024 →

Australian Manufacturing

“Construction kicks off on large-scale iron flow battery manufacturing facility in Maryborough” →

AuManufacturing

“ESI begins construction of Queensland battery plant” →

Earthmovers & Excavators Magazine

Full feature interview with Director Kailen Berthelsen covering IDC Construct’s Cat Next Gen fleet and Cat Grade 3D technology investment.

“IDC Construct: Evolving with Cat Next Gen” →

The Weekly Source

Trade press coverage of the Natrium Coral Cove $320M groundbreaking, naming IDC Construct as clubhouse builder.

“Vivacity Property breaks ground on $320M Coral Cove lifestyle community” →

Urban.com.au

Property industry feature on Mira Living Bargara, with a quote describing IDC Construct as “the boundary-pushing local builder bringing precision and innovation to every project across Wide Bay.”

BigRigs

National trucking publication coverage of Richers Transport’s fleet at the IDC-built Maryborough depot, with companion video produced by Mack Trucks Australia.

“Richers Transport sings to the tune of the Anthem” →

Regional News Media

Bundaberg Today

Bundaberg Now (Bundaberg Regional Council news channel)

“Gina’s Table set for success” — 4,000 sqm freeze-dried produce facility opening (7 December 2023) →

Industry Partners

Hastings Deering — Cat Next Gen partner

IDC Construct is featured as a Cat Next Gen customer success story by Hastings Deering, the official Caterpillar dealer for Queensland, the Northern Territory and Papua New Guinea.

Hastings Deering — IDC Construct customer story →

Video Features

Government Building Approval Records

IDC Construct’s project values are also publicly recorded in the Fraser Coast Regional Council quarterly building approval registers, naming IDC Group Pty Ltd on:

$12.86M Hyundai Rotem Manufacturing Facility, Maryborough West (April–June 2025 register)
$18M commercial development, 22 Stanton-Cook St, Burnett Heads (July–September 2025 register)

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