WHO WE ARE

Meet the experts behind Cowman Projects & Advisory

Cowman Projects & Advisory is dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients. Our high-performing team of experts is committed to delivering value-for-money outcomes that align with our values of integrity, professionalism, and environmental stewardship.

Nick Cowman

Founder & Principal

Nick Cowman is a recognised leader in the environmental remediation sector, with over 17 years of experience across contaminated land, water, waste, and infrastructure projects. With a unique mix of technical, commercial, and delivery expertise, Nick supports clients through complex project lifecycles — from strategy and planning through to execution.

He has led major remediation works, advised tier-one contractors and government, and built a reputation for pragmatic, outcome-focused consulting. Whether in an advisory or delivery role, Nick brings clarity, capability, and credibility to every engagement.

EXPERTISE

Contaminated land remediation & risk management
Environmental project delivery (soil, water, waste)
HAZMAT & asbestos removal (friable & bonded)
Water and wastewater treatment systems
Environmental approvals & compliance (EPA, SSD, REF)
Business strategy & growth advisory
Tendering, bid strategy & commercial negotiation
Stakeholder engagement & regulator liaison
Site supervision & contractor management
Expert witness & legal support (PFAS, asbestos, legacy use)

Karina Arendshorst

Senior Consultant - Growth & Strategy

Karina has over a decade of experience in marketing, tendering, and strategy across the construction and environmental sectors. She specialises in turning technical capability into clear, compelling narratives that drive growth.

From shaping brand strategy to leading major bids, Karina combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Her work is grounded in clarity, consistency, and commercial focus — helping businesses win work and build trust through smart, structured communication.

EXPERTISE

Work-winning & tender strategy
Environmental sector marketing
Business development systems
Brand and content strategy
Cross-functional team coordination

Our Network

Our trusted circle of clients, peers, and suppliers, not just another contact list

At Cowman, we don’t just know the right people, we know how to work with them to get the job done. Our network includes experienced consultants, technical specialists, certified subcontractors, trades, and respected peers across the environmental, construction, infrastructure, and advisory sectors.

We actively leverage this network to deliver real outcomes for our clients, whether that means assembling the right team for a complex site remediation, sourcing niche expertise for a legal matter, or coordinating multi-disciplinary services for a development project.

WITHIN OUR NETWORK, WE:

Connect clients with subject matter experts and trusted subcontractors and trades
Curate project teams that align with scope, budget, and risk
Deliver integrated solutions across land, water, waste, and compliance
Act as a single point of contact to simplify procurement and oversight
Share insight, lessons learned, and best practices from across the industry

Our ability to pull together the right people, at the right time, with shared standards and accountability is what sets Cowman Projects & Advisory apart — it’s how we consistently outperform expectations and deliver enviable outcomes

OUR MISSION

At Cowman Projects & Advisory, our mission is to help clients navigate complex challenges with clarity, confidence, and trusted expertise — delivering outcomes that stand up to scrutiny and create lasting value.

OUR VALUES:

Innovation

We foster a culture of innovation to develop creative and effective solutions that contribute to environmental conservation and sustainable development.

Integrity

Integrity is at the core of our operations. We are committed to transparency, honesty, and ethical practices in all aspects of our work.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of collaboration and partnerships to drive positive environmental impact. By working together, we can create meaningful change for a sustainable future.