ACENZ Professional Services Contracts Event – ACE New Zealand
Join us on 2nd April from 4:30 to 6:00pm at Beca offices, Level 2, ANZ Centre 267 High St, Christchurch Central, for this free event, to hear about Professional Services contracts.
You will learn how a contract is formed, the different ACENZ Agreements, what to look out for in Client contracts and how you can manage risk.
Whilst the presentation will be targeted to young professionals with little experience or knowledge of contracts, it will also be of interest to the seasoned professionals who would like a refresher.
This will also be a great opportunity for you to share particular trends with conditions that you are seeing.
The presentation will be given by Graham Chapman who chaired the recent review of Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services (CCCS) and led the review of the Short Form Agreement.
Representatives of CEAS (Insurers and risk advisors) will be attendance to assist.
Auckland Members Breakfast with Hon Steven Joyce – ACENZ
Please join us for the 2018 March 8th Auckland Members Breakfast! Hear from confirmed speaker, Hon Steven Joyce. Held at the Grand Millennium Auckland Hotel (located at 71 Mayoral Drive, Auckland) from 7:30-9:00am on Thursday, 8th March.
Use this form to order tickets for a single individual or multiple people. All tickets ($38 pp) include a hot buffet breakfast with tea and coffee, and are in New Zealand Dollars and exclude GST.
2025 ACE Awards Gala – ACE New Zealand
The ACE Awards celebrate Aotearoa New Zealand’s best consultants working in the built and natural environment and the exceptional mahi being done for communities here and overseas.
The awards recognise the consultants who go above and beyond ‘business as usual’ to deliver projects and initiatives. Our award entrants are often up against really complex challenges, like tight timeframes, small budgets or remote locations, so the results we’ve seen from this year’s entrants are truly remarkable.
It’s the rigorous judging criteria that makes the ACE Awards stand out, and the calibre of entries this year was especially high. Our judges are consultants at the top of their game, handpicked each year from the industry. As well as outstanding consulting services, they focus on technical expertise, sustainable value and client satisfaction.
Projects are awarded gold, silver or merit based on the level of achievement, how much the project has exceeded expectations and whether it sets a new industry standard. Judges may also present special awards where there is a unique contribution to the industry or community.
2025 ACE Awards finalists
Major infrastructure projects, vital water assets, an avalanche shelter and a treetop walkway are among the finalists in the 2025 ACE Awards. Read more
Tickets
A ticket to the ACE Awards Gala is included in any full registration for the Futurespace conference.
Individual tickets are $240 plus GST and tables of ten are $2,400 plus GST.
To get tickets, visit the Futurespace registration page and select ‘Guest ticket to ACE Awards Gala’.
Venue
Under the Dome, Auckland MuseumAuckland DomainParnellAuckland 1010
Contact
If you have any questions about the ACE Awards, email ACE Awards Operations Co-ordinator Yasmin Rudman-Cruse at yasmin@acenz.org.nz.
If you have any questions about the Emerging Leader Award, Fururespace Award, or Diversity and Inclusion Award, email ACE General Manager of Engagement Hannah Bryce at hannah@acenz.org.nz.
ACENZ Professional Services Contracts Webinar – ACE New Zealand
Tune in to this free webinar on April 2nd from 4:30 to 6:00pm to hear about Professional Services contracts.
You will learn how a contract is formed, the different ACENZ Agreements, what to look out for in Client contracts and how you can manage risk.
Whilst the presentation will be targeted to young professionals with little experience or knowledge of contracts, it will also be of interest to the seasoned professionals who would like a refresher.
This will also be a great opportunity for you to share particular trends with conditions that you are seeing.
The presentation will be given by Graham Chapman who chaired the recent review of Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services (CCCS) and led the review of the Short Form Agreement.
Representatives of CEAS (Insurers and risk advisors) will be attendance to assist.
CCCS Roadshow – Auckland – ACENZ
ACENZ wants to invite you to attend one of three upcoming CCCS/SFA Roadshow events, including Graham Chapman of AECOM (Chair of the CCCS Review Committee) and Ross Meijer (of Aon Insurance) to comment on some of the changes and highlights as well as be available to answer any questions.
Space is limited, so please RSVP for this FREE event to confirm your spot. These roadshow events will be co-hosted by the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia – New Zealand (IPWEA NZ), so that ACENZ Members have the opportunity to network with client and council users of CCCS and SFA as well.
These documents have been prepared through a collaborative effort by numerous client organisations, Member Firm representatives, and has undergone extensive legal review to ensure compliance with recent changes to legislation. We also want to thank Graham Chapman of AECOM for his efforts as CCCS Review Committee Chair. ACENZ, on behalf of the industry, appreciates the volunteer effort and commitment to this project and giving back to the benefit of the industry. Thank you to all who contributed to this process.
Upon arrival, please sign-in at AECOM Reception. You will be directed to the event room from there.
For information on parking and where to find AECOM house, please click here.
Futurespace 2025 – ACE New Zealand
Effective leadership is critical for driving sustainable growth and fostering innovation in the engineering and consulting industry so we can deliver excellence for our communities.We’re at a pivotal point in Aotearoa as we navigate economic turbulence, an uncertain pipeline of work, an exodus of talent, rapid growth of AI, the impact of global politics and other complex challenges. What keeps you up at night?Nau mai, haere mai and welcome to Futurespace 2025 where we will explore the future of leadership and consulting in New Zealand’s built and natural environment.This two-day conference is an opportunity for executives, up-and-coming leaders, innovators, designers and consultants to delve into the unique challenges and opportunities in the New Zealand market and from our place in the global arena.This year’s theme is Leadership of the future – the evolving landscape of consulting where we’ll aim to shape, change and grow your leadership capability.Join us to discover effective strategies, visionary insights and innovative methods to power your business and grow consulting excellence.Kia kaha, kia māia, kia manawanui – be strong, be brave, be steadfast.
Date
Wednesday 22 and Thursday 23 October
Venue
Markovina Vineyard Estate, Kumeu, Auckland
Register
Register here
More information
For the latest news and information about Futurespace 2025, visit futurespaceconference.nz
Diamond Jubilee and Farewell for Kieran Shaw – ACENZ
Please join us for the Diamond Jubilee and Farewell to CEO Kieran Shaw, on the 19th of March, from 4:30-7:00pm at Dockside Restaurant & Bar in Wellington, with special guest, Hon Phil Twyford MP. Please note the minister will speak beginning at 5pm.
Attendees will receive a limited edition complimentary publication that marks ACENZ’s 60th Anniversary.
By invitation only, RSVP compulsory.
CCCS Roadshow – Auckland – ACE New Zealand
ACENZ wants to invite you to attend one of three upcoming CCCS/SFA Roadshow events, including Graham Chapman of AECOM (Chair of the CCCS Review Committee) and Ross Meijer (of Aon Insurance) to comment on some of the changes and highlights as well as be available to answer any questions.
Space is limited, so please RSVP for this FREE event to confirm your spot. These roadshow events will be co-hosted by the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia – New Zealand (IPWEA NZ), so that ACENZ Members have the opportunity to network with client and council users of CCCS and SFA as well.
These documents have been prepared through a collaborative effort by numerous client organisations, Member Firm representatives, and has undergone extensive legal review to ensure compliance with recent changes to legislation. We also want to thank Graham Chapman of AECOM for his efforts as CCCS Review Committee Chair. ACENZ, on behalf of the industry, appreciates the volunteer effort and commitment to this project and giving back to the benefit of the industry. Thank you to all who contributed to this process.
Upon arrival, please sign-in at AECOM Reception. You will be directed to the event room from there.
For information on parking and where to find AECOM house, please click here.
AI Foundations Webinar Series with AI Forum AEC Working Group & academyEX – Webinar 1: AI Fundamentals with Felix – ACE New Zealand
The Foundations in AI webinar series is a collaborative initiative between ACE New Zealand, academyEX, and the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Working Group, as part of the AI Forum New Zealand. The webinar series is designed to empower consulting and engineering professionals to lead confidently through digital transformation. By engaging with AI now, we’re not just future-proofing individual firms—we’re strengthening the resilience and relevance of the entire consulting and engineering sector.
Through our Strategic Plan ACE is committed to powering successful businesses that are ready for the future. This webinar series aims to equip members with practical tools, sector-specific insights, and access to thought leadership that helps them adapt, innovate, and thrive.
Webinar 1: AI Fundamentals with Felix
Kick off the Foundations in AI webinar series with Felix Scholz in a foundational session that demystifies AI and introduces safe, practical ways to begin exploring its potential in consulting and engineering. Topics include:
What AI is and how it differs from traditional software
Core AI safety principles and risk management
Data privacy and legal considerations for ACE member firms
Creating safe sandboxes for experimentation
Building AI capability through continuous learning
This session will also reference practical resources and support options for developing implementation roadmaps, assessing data readiness, managing change, and piloting tools.
Speaker:
Felix Scholz, Senior Lecturer, academyEX
Felix Scholz is a senior lecturer at academyEX and founder of Stokeventures, with a background spanning PwC, Fonterra, ASB, and startups. He specialises in AI-driven innovation, digital transformation, and entrepreneurship. Felix helps professionals turn abstract concepts into practical outcomes using frameworks like design sprints and agile delivery—now supercharged with AI. Known for his clarity and hands-on approach, he’s guided hundreds of learners in safely exploring tools, ethics, and strategy in the AI space.
Register for the webinar
Join academyEX, the AEC Working Group and ACE New Zealand via Zoom on Friday 10 October to demystify AI and begin exploring in a safe and practical way.
Register here
Auckland Umbrella Mental Health Awareness Workshop – ACENZ
March 12th 2019, from 9am – 4.30pm. ACENZ is hosting a heavily subsidized Umbrella Workshop.
Limited seats available, be sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
The Mental Health Awareness Workshop is designed to:
Increase participant’s knowledge about stress, mental health and illness,
Help participants feel more confident talking about mental health, including when speaking with colleagues they may be concerned about,
Further develop their understanding about how to promote and protect mental health at work,
Ensure participants understand how they can enhance their own emotional, psychological, and social well-being
Key Learning Outcomes:
Connect with colleagues and feel confident you have new knowledge and robust skills to take away
Practice how to have conversations about mental health and illness
Identify when stress turns into signs of something more serious, and what to do about it.
Learn effective, practical strategies to strengthen your wellbeing at work
Learn more about the facilitator here
Register for the Auckland Workshop
Early bird registration (prior to 14th Dec 18): $315+gst
Standard registration (from 15th Dec 18 onwards): $400+gst