Education
Pidgeon was educated at the Anglican Church Grammar School.
Pidgeon was educated at the Anglican Church Grammar School.
The continued success of the company left its mark on the skyline of Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Key construction projects undertaken by the company are: The Brisbane Club. Waterfront Place; the Brisbane Transit Centre.
The Broadbeach Monorail.
The Oasis Shopping Centre and Hotel. The Suncorp Metway Building.
The Stradbroke and Macleay Towers – Dockside. Cathedral Square; 313 Adelaide Street.
And the Bank of Queensland Building.
Pidgeon"s leadership style in pursuit of great construction projects has made him one of the most respected figures in Queensland"s construction industry. His passion for lifesaving has led to continued support of the Surf Lifesaving Association over many years.
In recognition of his contribution to the construction industry and to the community, Pidgeon was awarded the title of Knight Bachelor (Kt) on 24 June 1989. Pidgeon was the recipient of the Queensland University of Technology"s Distinguished Constructor Award in 2002 and was inducted into the Construction Hall of Fame. In 2010, the Sir John Pidgeon Sports Complex was opened at the Anglican Church Grammar School, named in his honour.
