About Overland Builders

Overland Builders is a Hobart based building company specialising in architect designed homes, extensions and renovations. Since 2013 we have helped people create homes that balance character and craftsmanship with modern performance, working closely with clients and architects across Hobart and Southern Tasmania.

Cam de Gooyer

Director

Cam co-founded Overland Builders with Tom Scott in 2013. Over the years, he has stepped away from the tools to focus on business operations. Cam’s passion is helping clients bring their ideas to life through good design, clear communication and a shared vision for what their home can be.

Tom Scott

Director

Tom is co-founder of Overland Builders. Tom’s days are spent on site, overseeing projects, mentoring staff and working closely with home-owners to ensure a smooth process from start to finish. Tom’s passion is creating bespoke items out of raw timber that bring warmth and individuality to each home.

Rob Rowe

Director

Rob joined Overland in 2021 and brought over 40 years of industry experience to the team. Known for his hands-on approach, strong work ethic, and attention to detail, Rob provides steady on-site leadership. His easy-going nature encourages collaboration with clients, ensuring their ideas are understood and brought to life with thoughtful, practical solutions.

Jack Rowe

Foreman

Jack began with Overland in 2015 and after completing his apprenticeship in 2019 he progressed to being our youngest foreman. Jack ensures every detail is accounted for, making sure nothing is missed and no corners are cut. His proactive approach makes tasks run smoothly for the team and the subcontractors, helping deliver projects to the highest standard for our clients.

Heath Ashlin

Foreman

Heath began with Overland in 2017 and has become a dependable all-rounder on site. His friendly easy going manner makes him a trusted team member who is known for his organised approach and ability to keep projects running smoothly. Heath’s passion is seeing a project come together through co-operation and teamwork, planning and attention to detail.

Oscar Wood

Carpenter

Since joining Overland in 2020 as an apprentice, Oscar has become a valued member of the team. His strong work ethic, combined with his easygoing personality and sense of humour, helps to create a positive work environment. Oscar is committed to developing his carpentry skills and is always open to learning new techniques. His attention to detail and willingness to support his peers consistently shows through in the quality of his work.

Bailey Wells

Apprentice

Bailey began with Overland in 2021 as an apprentice and is known on site as Baz. He is an innovator – always looking for ways to improve a project for the homeowner. His willingness to tackle any challenge, paired with his commitment to delivering work to the highest standard, makes him an invaluable team member. With his infectious personality, he brings a positive energy to the site while remaining focused on quality outcomes.

Tom Jarvis

Carpenter

Tom began with Overland in 2021 as an apprentice and has recently qualified as a carpenter. Known on site as Sherms, Tom is always early, prepared, and committed to delivering quality work. His attention to detail, strong work ethic, and willingness to continually learn ensures he contributes to high-standard outcomes for our clients. His easy going personality and sense of humour, bring a positive energy to each project.

Mary Figg

Office Manager

Mary joined Overland early 2024, bringing strong construction industry knowledge and administrative experience to the team. Working alongside Cam, she keeps the office running smoothly and efficiently. Mary loves nothing more than keeping the team organised, accountable and on track.

Our Approach

Building or transforming a home is a significant investment and an important chapter in your life. It can also feel overwhelming, with many decisions, timelines and people involved. We believe the building process should be clear, collaborative and enjoyable, giving you confidence from first conversations through to handover.

We spend time up front understanding how you live, how you want your home to feel and what matters most in the budget. From there, we use structured pre construction services, detailed costing and regular communication to keep the project on track. Our goal is simple: protect the design, protect the budget and deliver a home that works beautifully in daily life.

What defines Overland Builders

What we stand for as builders

Clarity and communication
Clear information reduces stress. We invest in early conversations, transparent pre construction agreements and detailed estimates, so you always know the stage of your project and the impact of upcoming decisions.

Craftsmanship and detail

We focus on the fundamentals. From structure to fine finishes, details are resolved with architects and consultants before they reach site, resulting in work that feels cohesive and considered.

Performance and comfort

We build homes that feel good to live in. Insulation, glazing, airtightness, orientation and ventilation are considered from the start to create spaces that are quieter, more efficient and comfortable across the seasons.

Respect for old homes and place

Many of our projects connect old and new in Hobart’s heritage suburbs. We introduce new structure, light and space with respect for existing materials and stories, creating additions that feel like a natural evolution of the home.

Your questions answered

What types of projects does Overland Builders take on?

We focus on architect designed homes, substantial extensions and renovations, and projects that involve connecting old homes to new additions. Most of our work is in established suburbs around Hobart and Southern Tasmania, where good design, detailing and performance are important to the outcome.

Where do you work?

We are based in Hobart and typically work across the greater Hobart region and parts of Southern Tasmania. If you are unsure whether your project is in our area, get in touch with some basic details and we can confirm availability.

Do you work with my architect or only in house designers?

We regularly work with independent architects and designers and are comfortable joining a project at different stages of design. Our preference is to be involved early through pre construction and Early Contractor Involvement, so we can provide cost and constructability feedback while the design is still evolving.

Do you take on smaller jobs or maintenance work?

We concentrate on full new homes, larger extensions and significant renovations where our process and level of detail can add real value. We are generally not the right fit for single room makeovers or small maintenance tasks, but we are happy to suggest the type of builder who might be better suited.

What is the first step if we want to work with you?

Start by sending through a short enquiry with information about your site, any existing drawings and your approximate budget. We will then organise a 15 minute discovery call to understand where you are up to, outline suitable next steps and explain how our pre construction process works.

Ready to talk about your project?

If you are planning a new home, extension or renovation in Hobart or Southern Tasmania, get in touch to tell us a bit about your project. We will review your information and arrange a short discovery call to discuss next steps and the right pre construction pathway for you.