Supreme Court decision on contributory claims – what it means for you
A recent Supreme Court ruling is set to have a significant impact on the construction industry. Hannah Bryce, ACE’s General Manager of Engagement and an experienced lawyer, explains.
The benefits of diversification and how to approach it
Business diversification can be a silver lining in times of uncertainty. Although a simple concept, it is often forgotten or ignored when times are good, yet vital in slower work climates to ensure viability and employee retention.
Consulting engineering company Silvester Clark made a conscious effort 15 years ago to diversify its client base and services after feeling vulnerable with much of its work tied up with one client.
We talked to Managing Director Scott Miller about how the company approached diversification and asked for some tips for companies who may be about to start their diversification journey.
Collaboration and procurement excellence – State Highway 25A Taparahi slip remediation
When State Highway 25A between Kōpū and Hikuai on the Coromandel gave way in January 2023 following heavy rain, the road to recovery commenced. Less than 12 months later, this section of the highway, including the new Taparahi Bridge, reopened, reconnecting isolated communities and putting the area back on the tourism trail.
The project’s accelerated completion has been lauded as an example of effective collaboration among different companies across the infrastructure industry combined with a procurement model that supported the clearly communicated goal of reopening the road as fast as possible.
We asked Tonkin + Taylor Principal Consultant Chris Bauld, whose responsibilities included project director and design manager, and geotechnical drainage, why this project was so successful.
Andrea Rickard – determined to make a difference
Andrea Rickard’s passion for making a difference is palpable. Ready to embrace challenges and with a strong desire to influence a longer-term, shared vision of New Zealand’s potential to be an amazing place to live and work, the new managing director of Beca’s New Zealand operation is very excited about the opportunities ahead. We sat down with Andrea to find out what drives her, how to be a successful leader in construction and infrastructure in 2024, and her aspirations for the sector under the new Government.
Why succession planning is crucial for SMEs – with Ian McKnight at BMC
Batchelar McDougall Consulting (BMC) is a specialised structural engineering consultancy based in the South Island that has gone through a transformative process of succession planning. We talk to Chief Executive Ian McKnight about what kick-started the journey, how they navigated significant hurdles, and the purpose and values that underpin how the business operates today.
Cybersecurity attacks – what to do
Cybersecurity attacks on businesses are becoming more commonplace. It doesn’t matter how big or small your firm is, make sure you’re doing everything you can to keep it safe by protecting your data, network, customer information and your reputation. Find out more about how you can protect your business from a cyber attack.
Employees now have 12 months to raise a personal grievance for sexual harassment
The timeframe for employees raising a personal grievance involving allegations of sexual harassment has been extended from 90 days to 12 months. We talk to Humankind Associate Director Nicola Dunn about what this legislation update means and why business leaders need to be across it.
The importance of robust quality management systems – JB Hall case
The current case of JB Hall of Kodiak Consulting is an example of the importance of having robust quality management systems in place.
Six Green Star rating for Auckland University building – with Beca
Waipapa Taumata Rau University of Auckland’s recent achievement of a world-leading six Green Star design rating for the redevelopment of its Social Sciences building is an inspirational example of team innovation and collaboration led by an aspirational client vision towards net zero carbon.
Progressive procurement looks beyond economic benefits
We all know that diversity of thought, goods and services has a huge impact on not only the economic success of a project but also on the social, cultural and environmental outcomes. We recently caught up with Height CEO Warner Cowin on how they’re working with Māori businesses under the introduction of the Progressive Procurement Policy