Our Mission

At BuiltGrid, our mission is to transform construction by connecting every builder, trade, and supplier in one smart procurement flow. By increasing supply chain efficiency, we help builders reduce operational costs, improve build times, and deliver more homes at scale—profitably and predictably.

Our Values

• Efficiency – Driving down opex through streamlined procurement and automated workflows.
• Transparency – Structured pricing and visibility across every stage of the build.
• Trust – Verified networks, compliant processes, and reliable delivery.
• Innovation – Modern technology solving long-standing supply chain bottlenecks.
• Industry First – Building a healthier construction sector by enabling faster, more profitable housing supply.

Our Leadership

Toby Loft — Co-Founder

Toby is a customer-focused strategist with two decades of experience leading trade and hardware networks across Australia. Before founding BuiltGrid, he led national trade strategy for Independent Hardware Group (Mitre 10 & Home Timber & Hardware), growing trade revenues to $1.2B and pioneering integrated trade technology initiatives. At BuiltGrid, Toby is focused on digitising procurement—connecting builders, trades, and suppliers in one seamless network to reduce costs and accelerate delivery.

Otavio Nestares Lipari — Chief Technology Officer

Otavio has more than 22 years of experience leading technology platforms and engineering teams across South America and beyond. He has built software powering customer relationship and loyalty programs for global brands including Bridgestone, Dow, VisaNet, HP, and Pepsi. A hands-on developer and technology leader, Otavio drives BuiltGrid’s engineering vision, ensuring the platform is scalable, robust, and capable of transforming procurement for builders, trades, and suppliers—supporting faster build times and more predictable project outcomes.