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| 3 BUSINESS FOCUS Auckland Business Chamber “Today our focus is on the small to medium enterprise and making sure they have a voice to government and get the support and resources they want…” Chamber head hangs up his hat Karen Phelps Michael Barnett: “I’m a people person and I love having people around me and sharing ideas.” After 31 years in the role of Chief Executive of the Auckland Business Chamber Michael Barnett admits that, after he’d made the decision to resign, he started to have second thoughts. “It is hard to leave. I’d gone to the board, I felt quite confident and that it was the right thing to do, but I have to say after I’d done it I thought to myself – what are you doing? What have you done?,” he says with a laugh. “I’m a people person and I love having people around me and sharing ideas. I thought I was stupid to be giving all that away. There is a sort of grieving process because you mourn for the things that you had. “I had to have the strength and resilience to maintain my belief that the decision was right and not be caught up in the grief of what I might be leaving but instead try and look at the opportunities.” So why choose to resign now? “One of the thing I’ve done over the years is that every five or six years we’ve reinvented the chamber. So I’ve done that repeatedly and I look at the strength of the chamber now and it’s in good shape. “I also felt that some fresh blood would be good so it was an opportunity to hand the reigns over. I’d met Simon [Bridges - the new man in the role] and spoken with him about my intentions and things fell into place.” Under his long tenure the chamber has achieved many things so what stands out for Michael the most? “A couple of things. I look at how the chamber was when I came in. It was very formal and about men in suits. “Today our focus is on the small to medium enterprise and making sure they have a voice to government and get the support and resources they want. So that change of focus is a stand out achievement for me. “The second things is that about 15 years ago I looked at the unemployment numbers, around 5-6% at the time I think, but in South Auckland it was more like 20%. “It seemed ironic to me that we were an organisation of businesses that employ people and yet there were people needing a job. We entered into a relationship with the Ministry of Social Development and it has been one of the most rewarding relationships I’ve enjoyed over the years. “We place over 1000 young people in employment each year. Last year we helped 4000-5000 people to get their driving licence. We’ve helped 600-900 new immigrants to get a job each year. We’ve used the fact we are a business organisation to help individuals, families and communities. “The First Steps mental health and well-being support for businesses initiative has also been hugely rewarding and now it’s going to be taken New Zealand-wide. “I feel a huge amount of empathy for the initiative because my own son committed suicide. I saw the pressures that he was under and I saw the consequences of that and I have an empathy with anyone that is not coping. To remove the stigma from issues associated with mental health is important.” Although Michael may be leaving his position he’s still busy. He’s doing a month’s handover with Simon Bridges then continuing with some projects the chamber wants to complete including the Regional Business Programme contract that used to be delivered by Auckland Unlimited. Now Auckland Business Chamber will run the contracts for Auckland, Bay of Plenty and Hawke’s Bay. He will remain on the board of the World Chamber Network, which includes 15,000 chambers around the world and has 40 million members, and continue his work with the NZ Chamber network, which covers 30 chambers around New Zealand, and First Steps. In the six months that First Steps has run it has had 70,000 people in Auckland visit the website and around 75,000 resources have been downloaded. “It’s become a very popular self-directed resource for businesses so the opportunity to be able to take it nationwide will be extremely positive,” says Michael. In terms of personal aspirations Michael is not quite sure yet but has a few ideas and knows people will be an important part of the mix. He lives on a lifestyle block in Karaka with his wife and has a breeding flock of blackfaced suffolks, a handful of cattle and a few alpacas, which will also keep him busy. “I want to see a whole more of New Zealand. I have a motorhome so the opportunity to get out and unwind in a more relaxed way will be attractive. “I really enjoy photography and took some pictures recently of a morepork and also a wood pigeon feeding in my kowhai tree and they turned out beautifully. I keep looking at those and thinking ‘I really enjoy doing that’. “I know there is an innovative, creative side of me that I’ve expressed through marketing or events but channelling it in another way would be interesting. I have grandchildren in the UK that I’m sure would enjoy more visits. Those are some of the things.” New passion: “I really enjoy photography and took some pictures recently of a morepork and also a wood pigeon feeding in my kowhai tree and they turned out beautifully.”
4 | to page 6 First generation Kiwis make their mark Karen Phelps Winning ways: Rakesh Naurhia, left, Auckland Business Chamber chief executive, Michael Barnett, and Roshan Lal Nauhria. South Auckland Engineering Ltd are proud innovators of the highest standard, using cutting-edge design and fabrication technologies to lead the industry forward. We are proud participants in the Steel Fabricator Certification scheme. We are known for our fast and cost-effective solutions. Talk to us about your project needs! 13 Joval Pl, Wiri, Auckland PO Box 97 041, Manukau mark@saeng.co.nz 09 261 0200 YOUR DESIGN AND FABRICATING SPECIALISTS 0800Ducting Ltd Supply of spiral wound ducting to the precast concrete industry 20 Villa St, Masterton | P: 0800 38 28 46 | E: office@0800ducting.co.nz 0800 Ducting LTD congratulates Nauhria Precast on 20 years in the precast industry. BUSINESS FOCUS Auckland: Nauhria Group Nauhria’s purpose – helping build a great and safe New Zealand - comes from the owner and teams’ experience of being first generation Kiwis, says company owner Rakesh Nauhria. “My father and over 80% of our employees are first generation Kiwis. New Zealand is one of the greatest countries in the world. “The reason they came to New Zealand was to give their families and children a better life. We are in the construction industry and people live and work in buildings we help to create, so what we do directly contributes to making New Zealand a better and safer place. At Nauhria, we believe it is our responsibility to ensure the next generation of Kiwis will not only enjoy this extraordinary land but to help make it the greatest country in the world.” The Nauhria Group manufacturers and provides a full array of high-quality precast concrete and reinforcing steel products and services. The Group is comprised of Nauhria Precast Ltd, Stahlton Prestressed Concrete Ltd, Nauhria Reinforcing Ltd, Vida Precast Ltd and Balcrom Reinforcing Ltd. It utilises the expertise of a trusted group of suppliers including WoodMart and Reid Construction. Rakesh says that Nauhria Group takes the initiative in supporting architects, designers and engineers to harness effective solutions, ideas and accurate specifications. “As industry professionals we encourage construction projects that promote healthier, stronger and highly efficient buildings,” says Rakesh.
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6 | BUSINESS FOCUS Auckland: Nauhria Group Making their mark Carlaw Park Student Accommodation. from page 4 Woodmart is the one-stop-shop for timber and building supplies in Auckland, both in-store and online. The company has been serving the needs of local builders and construction companies as well as the general public for over 20 years. “Our dedicated team has years of experience in the building business, so our customers can trust they’ll receive great advice and customer service from us. Best of all, our trade knowledge is second to none,” says Woodmart general manager Andrew Sims. Customers such as Nauhria rely on Woodmart’s prompt and e icient service. Woodmart supplies Nauhria with all materials needed to help them complete projects. Andrew says Woodmart o ers a personal service and really knows its customers’ needs. This means anticipating the requirements of customers such as Nauhria so ample supplies of product are always available. Woodmart also serves the needs of smaller clients such as the DIYer. Woodmart specialises in framing timber, fencing timber, decking timber, and other timber such as hardwood decking. In addition it also stocks a wide range of high-quality building and hardware supplies at its yard in Great South Road, Penrose including concrete and sca olding planks, sole boards and kick boards. Woodmart belongs to a group called Buildlink which helps secure The one-stop timber shop premium deals with suppliers. Woodmart is always on the lookout for exciting new products and trends. One of the latest releases is redwood palings, which Andrew says have an attractive appearance, are chemical free in line with Woodmart’s commitment to sustainable practices and a great alternate option to traditional fence palings. As part of being solely committed to its customers’ needs, it also o ers custom-made trellis. Andrew says the friendly team at Woodmart is on hand to o er honest advice on a range of projects. “We’re all about quality at an a ordable price, which is why we’re renowned as one of the best timber suppliers in Auckland,” he says. New Zealand owned and operated Woodmart is a family company. Andrew says this translates to a personal service and assisting with requests that might be out of the ordinary at times. “Woodmart's focus is to remain a small, but e icient timber and hardware supplies merchant. By doing this, we can focus on the needs, and stay on a one-on-one contact basis, with our customers. We strive to go the extra mile and to make sure we stay at the top of the timber industry. We’ll do whatever we can to help.” People can conveniently order through the website www.woodmart.co.nz where they can also request a quote for larger or more unusual items. 09 525 6293 www.woodmart.co.nz 571 Great South Road, Penrose, Auckland Rakesh and his father Roshan, the company founder, own Nauhria Group, which employs close to 300 full time employees. Rakesh says it is important for the business to have a strong family culture. “The staff is part of our family; the journey we’ve been on wouldn’t have been possible without them.” As an example, during the Covid-19 lockdowns, while many organisations reduced staff pay or made redundancies, a conscious decision was made at Nauhria to ensure its people remained employed and on full pay. “It comes back to our strong family values. When we do well it is the staff that assist this journey. So why when times are tough should they be the ones to suffer? We have an amazing team who are loyal and dedicated to Nauhria and our purpose.” Culture goes hand in hand with leadership at the Nauhria Group, with the focus being on inspiring the teams to do their best every day. “We want to ensure that every project we do is extraordinarily successful. This includes a lot of leadership training and workshops, internal mentoring programs and strong values that we speak to and inspire our teams to live by.” Rakesh sits on the board of Auckland Chamber and is a keen advocate for the organisation and its benefit for businesses. In 2015 Nauhria won the Westpac South Auckland Business leadership, innovation and supreme awards. It then went on to take out the innovation and supreme awards at the Auckland wide Best of the Best awards. “For me being on the board is about trying to give back and assist Auckland businesses. It also further aligns with our purpose – helping to build a great and safe New Zealand. Because by helping to develop, engage and grow Auckland business this in turn assists all of New Zealand with economic and social spin-off benefits to society.” Nauhria Continues Growth Trajectory The acquisition of Stahlton Prestressed Ltd in 2021 has helped Nauhria to continue its journey of ‘helping build a great and safe New Zealand’, says company owner Rakesh Nauhria. Nauhria acquired Stahlton Auckland commercial flooring assets and the Stahlton brand for New Zealand from Fulton & Hogan. “Combined with Nauhria Group’s other companies this acquisition allows Nauhria to provide an even greater service to our valued customers, providing high quality precast and prestressed products and services,” says Rakesh. Nauhria is operating Stahlton as a separate division under the name, Stahlton Prestressed Concrete Ltd, specialising in prestressed precast concrete. Rakesh says that with over 63 years’ experience in New Zealand, Stahlton products have been designed and developed to satisfy the demands of New Zealand’s construction industry. “Stahlton is committed to the on-going research and development, supported by our highly skilled technical team. It is a team that is passionate about the success of our clients’ projects and who pride themselves on providing quality, safety-driven products and services.” Rakesh says that the versatility and ability of Stahlton, along with the other Nauhria Group precast businesses, has helped it to grow into one of New Zealand’s most trusted manufacturers of precast concrete products. The acquisition included the relocation of the stressing plant, and the setup of a new purpose-built precast factory in Papakura. Rakesh says that full internal production allows year-round all weather manufacturing of the Stahlton prestressed rib-beams, flat-slabs and double-tee concrete flooring products. “Stahlton products are well placed to service and resource your project needs.” “We want to ensure that every project we do is extraordinarily successful…”
| 7 BUSINESS FOCUS Auckland: Barfoot & Thompson Property leader focused on growth Karen Phelps Peter Thompson: “The economic development of the top half of the North Island is increasingly centring around the ‘golden triangle’.” to page 8 Auckland’s unitary plan has resulted in opportunities in the property management sector with the rise in more intensified developments requiring body corporates, says Barfoot & Thompson managing director Peter Thompson. This has seen Barfoot & Thompson recently expand its body corporate division with the purchase of Scope Strata Management Limited - a hugely successful Auckland-based company. Peter says that the acquisition will propel Barfoot & Thompson Body Corporate to third position in New Zealand size-wise. He says that Scope Strata Management has a great reputation in the industry, and a culture and ethos that is very similar to that of Barfoot & Thompson with a focus on family values, people and community and a strong commitment to customer service. “We will be adding around 3000 new clients to the books, including a premium selection of high profile complexes like The Metropolis, The International and Pacifica, taking our portfolio to a total number of 16,000,” says Peter. It’s part of the growth trajectory that Barfoot & Thompson is on, both in Auckland and further north. This year it also made a strategic 50 per cent investment in Hamilton’s leading real estate company Lodge Real Estate Limited. Peter says it is the Barfoot & Thompson’s second strategic move to have a greater profile in the Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga triangle as these cities become more interdependent and more closely aligned economically. It has already establishment a property management company under Barfoot & Thompson branding in Tauranga. “The economic development of the top half of the North Island is increasingly centring around the ‘golden triangle’. “It will lead to greater business and people movement, population growth and business opportunities. Property Law Specialists www.glaister.co.nz Proudly supported by Glaister Ennor Groov is proud to be the workplace wellbeing partner for Barfoot & Thompson. Explore how we can help your people and leaders find their Groov www.groovnow.com “We are a family company; not a big corporate. Because we own the whole company we can make decisions from a central point rather than having to go out to franchise owners or other directors ...” “As a business we plan to participate in that business growth. Growing regionally will also make us less dependent on the Auckland market, which makes good business sense,” explains Peter. The other 50 per cent shareholding will continue to be held by Lodge’s Managing Director, Jeremy O’Rourke. Lodge will continue to operate under its existing name, branding and senior management team. Barfoot & Thompson’s representation will be at board level. Peter says that over time, each company will benefit from incorporating each other’s expertise, practices, technology, marketing and training into its own operations. Barfoot & Thompson will celebrate its centenary in 2023 and Peter says a big part of the company’s success and longevity is its family values, its people, and the role that Barfoot & Thompson plays in the wider community. Barfoot & Thompson is still operated by the same two families with the original founders’ grandchildren taking leading roles today. “We are a family company; not a big corporate. Because we own the whole company we can make decisions from a central point rather than having to go out to franchise owners or other directors etc,” says Peter. 1/26 Lorne Street, Auckland Central 1010 0800 793 154 networkcommunication.co.nz Public relations and corporate a airs specialists, providing strategic counsel and communication solutions to New Zealand’s leading companies since 1971.
8 | Community at the heart of success Community support: Barfoot & Thompson Stadium in Auckland - the firm has held the the name sponsorship for the sports and entertainment venue since 2018. from page 7 BUSINESS FOCUS Auckland: Barfoot & Thompson WYNNWILLIAMS.CO. NZ Auckland | Christchurch | Queenstown Clarity Pragmatism Success In a changing housing market what do vendors and purchasers need to do to ensure transactions go as smoothly as possible? Wynn Williams partner Jenny Turner, who specialises in property law, advises that for both parties organisation is key. For vendors that means thinking beyond simply making their property look good for the market and making active decisions about how much information to offer from the outset. She says this will not only help to draw more buyers but make the transaction process smoother and help to avoid unintended consequences or hold ups. “With more conditional agreements we are seeing more contracts falling over. The more information you provide to the buyer the better, as you can hopefully pre-emptively answer a lot of buyer questions.” She says this may involve ordering a LIM to include as part of the marketing material, investigating if a building warranty on a home can be transferred to a new buyer or getting a building inspection report and fixing any items that might be identified. “If you don't openly disclose something that could cause a contract to fall over you could compromise your position if the buyer finds it out during their due diligence. Front footing it is the key,” she advises. For purchasers getting organised involves talking to their team – bank, lawyer, insurance company etc – early. “Know your borrowing limit and don’t stretch yourself too far so you can’t manage unexpected costs or rises in interest rates. If your family is going to help with funding a purchase then get legal advice as there are different structuring options, for example loans, gifts or perhaps different generations involved in owning the property. The banks will take all this into account when assessing a lending application, so you need to understand what that looks like, ideally before you begin looking for a property.” Now that the market has slowed, purchasers have more time to make decisions and do their due diligence. Jenny advises people to use their head over their heart, in what is generally an emotional decision, and to think about how to make their offer stand out. “This might involve getting a builder through first to check things out so that it is not a condition of your offer which makes it more attractive to a vendor,” she says. “As people don’t usually buy and sell homes regularly, any pre-existing knowledge base can be out-dated and assumptions incorrectly made leaving people exposed. Get the team and trusted advisors around you so that you are less likely to end up in a position where that dream turns into a nightmare. At the moment in the market you have time on your side.’” Wynn Williams is a full-service law firmwith offices in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Ōtautahi Christchurch and Tāhuna Queenstown. “Our people are important to us. We have a team of 2500 people working for us and we are proud that around 180 have been working for Barfoot & Thompson for over 20 years.” He says that Barfoot & Thompson has an ethos of supporting the community that supports its own business. This sees Barfoot & Thompson support many community groups and initiatives, both large and small, from school sports teams to the Starship Foundation. For example recently Barfoot & Thompson held a quiz night with 63 tables that raised over $268,000 for Starship Foundation. “Over the years Barfoot & Thompson has been through many highs and lows including recessions and world wars. “While people are predicting a real estate downturn at the moment real estate is a medium to long term investment and and the thing is that no matter what happens it always bounces back. “Barfoot &Thompson will continue to make investments in Auckland, Hamilton, Northland and Tauranga as and when business opportunities arise.”
CDM takes a long-term view of working with clients, which sees it establish relationships, which last for decades. A good example is the company’s work with Barfoot & Thompson, which has spanned the 20 years and seen CDM offer a full project management and facilities maintenance service. “We partner with clients such as Barfoot & Thompson right from the conception of a project such as an of ce new build or refurbishment, working through a design and feasibility model then getting various stakeholders on board through to completion and takeover. It’s a very comprehensive and personal service,” explains CDM director Hayden Pirie. Since CDM formed in 1987 it has focused on offering an extremely personalised service in the of ce t out industry with client satisfaction being paramount. It was in 2010 that Hayden joined CDM as a project manager, on a major security upgrade for one of its main clients, before progressing to senior manager then purchasing the business from its founders in 2019. “We strive to offer a full turnkey operation to ensure that anything our clients would like in their premises is realised,” says Hayden. “That might be a new build, small interior refresh or full interior tout.” Clients get assigned a dedicated project manager who works alongside them for the whole project. With its own in-house design team and quantity surveyor this gives CDM great control over timing and quality of projects from initial space planning through to local council consents of all types, estimating, construction, cabinetry and furniture to moving clients into the completed project. “Importantly we bring together the right team for the right project because all projects vary and need different skillsets. So we effectively tailor the team to the speci c job.” Hayden says CDM’s continued commitment to its clients doesn’t stop there. It also has a full service and maintenance team to complete any regular or unforeseen maintenance. Health and safety forms one of CDM’s core values and is a huge in uence in the decision making of every project, says Hayden. “It’s our aim to be active leaders and promote, encourage and recognise health and safety excellence in the workplace. Each project is assessed to determine risks and the controls are planned as early in the project as feasible in consultation with both the workers and the client.” Hayden says CDM’s working relationship with clients is so close that clients’ staff often don't realise that CDM is a separate company as it is so integrated with their team. “It's a real relationship between our business and our clients’ organisations. It’s about providing results and adapting to the changing needs as their business grows over time. We believe that trusting relationships are the foundation of good business and that by delivering projects of the highest quality we add value to our clients’ businesses and as a result our company and everyone associated with it will grow creating a win-win.” The right team for the right project
10 | to page 12 Costco opens doors for NZ businesses Karen Phelps Costco’s entry into the New Zealand market signals increased opportunities for Kiwi businesses to take their products to the world, says Costco Australia and New Zealand managing director Patrick Noone. Costco worldwide purchases around $250m of New Zealand goods annually already including fruit, wine, lamb, wagyu and grass-fed beef. “New Zealand has a great brand around the world and we’re excited to establish closer relationships with existing suppliers as well as bring new ones on board,” he says. “This should open up markets for New Zealand goods in Asia and Australia but also potentially around the world.” He says that Costco works collaboratively with suppliers, including developing products to meet member demand. An example in New Zealand is working on a slow cooked meat product that will be sold in the new Westgate warehouse in Auckland. The Westgate warehouse will include a Costco fuel station, tyre centre, food court, optometrist, hearing aid services, a pharmacy along with groceries and homewares. Patrick says it has been modelled on Costco’s successful warehouses in Australia and will offer both New Zealand and global brands. Patrick says the Auckland warehouse is a natural expansion of Costco’s investment in Australia. Costco opened its first warehouse in 2009 in Melbourne and has since grown to 13 warehouses covering every state apart from Tasmania and the Northern Territory. Costco is the second largest retailer in the world after starting in the mid 80s in San Diego. Patrick says Kiwis can expect cheaper prices due to Costco’s global buying power and quicker access to goods. “We can bring goods to the New Zealand market with no delay in trends etc. If the USA is buying it we can tap into that supply chain as well.” Costco also offers a trade business selling to the likes of dairies, newsagents, offices etc. The Westgate Costco warehouse will total around 14,000 square metres and will be a three-level development, with one level of shopping and two levels of car parks containing about 800 car parks. It will create an estimated 350 new full-time equivalent jobs. Haydn & Rollett project contracts manCostco: Haydn & Rollett DEVELOPMENT The Westgate Costco warehouse will total around 14,000 square metres and will be a three-level development, with one level of shopping and two levels of car parks containing about 800 car parks. “We can bring goods to the New Zealand market with no delay in trends etc. If the USA is buying it we can tap into that supply chain as well.” ager Richard Powell says the project has experienced all the usual pandemic related pressures with Covid-19 pushing the build programme into the winter months, weather delays and people off sick along with global supply issues to navigate. But with a collaborative approach solutions were found. Notably Costco representatives experienced challenges at certain times coming to New Zealand due to lockdowns and border restrictions, which meant for the majority of the project meetings had to be conducted online. “There are a lot of intricate details to understand and work through on a project like this. Communication was key so we undertook reporting processes and updates for the client on a regular basis. “It was about being adaptable and finding other ways to communicate instead of the usual on-site visits. I think Haydn & Rollett has done very well in that space.” Haydn & Rollett has been engaged to deliver a turnkey project. Richard says the fact that Haydn & Rollett has extensive local experience meant it could partner proactively with Costco. “The way we build in New Zealand is different to how things are done in Australia,” says Richard. “Over there they self-certify with private consultants whereas here Councils do that job. goldtex.co.nz qs@goldtex.co.nz Goldtex pride ourselves on our supplier relationships, which means we are able to supply and install any specified insulation products. Congratulations to Haydn & Rollett on this project. Goldtex are proud to have installed Kingspan panel product to ceilings throughout.
| 11 Costco: Haydn & Rollett DEVELOPMENT Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister David Clark with Costco managing director Patrick Noone and staff. Capability, Reliability & Experience Full-Service Electrical Construction & Maintenance Talk to our team today 09 309 6783 or visit www.dge.nz DGE | Commercial & Industrial Electrical Specialists REDEFINING INNOVATION AND GETTING THE JOB DONE! Project: Costco - Westgate Haydn & Rollett
12 | Costco: Haydn & Rollett DEVELOPMENT Global buying power good for Kiwi shoppers The Westgate warehouse will include a Costco fuel station, tyre centre, food court, optometrist, hearing aid services, a pharmacy along with groceries and homewares. from page 10 Proud to have supported Costco through the Haydn & Rollett Mace project Proud suppliers of Air Conditioning and Ventilation to COSTCO 35F Constellation Drive, Rosedale, Auckland + 64 9 476 9474 admin@airmark.co.nz www.airmarkgroup.co.nz “That’s the sort of thing we could add expertise around as having a local builder involved from the start helps to fast track the process as at Haydn & Rollett we know the most cost-effective and efficient way to build things.” This included finding solutions for appropriate products that might not be approved in New Zealand’s Building Code and working with the many subtrades involved in the project. Richard says that although the base build was not complex - steel structure and comfloor system - it was a large project for the New Zealand market with extensive fit-out requirements and services ranging from pharmaceuticals to food grade areas. Richard says that Haydn & Rollett’s expertise in different disciplines including design, consenting, construction and on-going maintenance afterwards has added huge value to the project. “It’s not just about the build for us; we have a raft of other services to offer. It’s been a great project to be involved in and Costco has brought large building project to the New Zealand market in tough times resulting in work opportunities for many. That’s certainly something to be celebrated.” Patrick says that Costco is thrilled to enter the New Zealand market: “We’re new competition in the marketplace and all competition encourages greater innovation and efficiency. “That’s a good thing for kiwis that are the ultimate beneficiaries. We’re excited to be a part of the marketplace.”
Our Suppliers Our Suppliers FROM PLUMBING TO DRAINLAYING TO GASFITTING, JC MCCALL SEEKS THE BEST PROJECTS IN AUCKLAND. TELL US ABOUT YOURS Call us on (09) 444 0525 www.jcmccall.co.nz PLUMBING | DRAINLAYING | GASFITTING | MAINTENANCE In the middle of a global pandemic JC McCall Plumbing was the perfect t for the signi cant Costco project, having been around for over 40 years and learning resilience over those decades. “We’ve been through lots of things in 44 years so that means we have a great deal of experience dealing with challenging situations,” says General Manager Richard Kemble. Subcontracting to Haydn & Rollett, JC McCall was responsible for gas tting and plumbing for the project, as well as the drainlaying inside the building and the siphonic downpipe system on the exterior. Project Manager Dan Williams ran the Costco job along with a small team of JC McCall plumbers. Andrew Winks, another Project Manager who has been with JC McCall for over ten years, did all the siphonic downpipes system in the Costco carpark area. Challenges faced during the project included global supply chain disruption, staff off sick and lockdowns which all impacted the project. Company Estimator and Project Manager Paul Simpson says this all meant tight timeframes to get the job done. “It was certainly a large job with a lot of different plumbing requirements. The speci cations for hardware came from the USA, including for items such as sinks and large ovens for bakeries. We had to work out their speci c requirements and help them to adapt these to New Zealand requirements,” he says. Both credit their team with the success of the project. JC McCall employs around 35 staff and has a family team culture. Many employees have been with the company their whole careers meaning there is a great deal of experience. Peter, who has been with JC McCall for 40 years, and Richard, 20 years, are good examples. “We understand construction and the importance of timeframes and budgets, and we make sure our solutions complement our clients’ development needs,” says Richard. “The project is also indicative of the emphasis that JC McCall places on forming strong relationships with clients,” says Paul. “Haydn & Rollett know we will get the job done. The Costco representative we liaised with was on the ground and could answer questions quickly to keep the project moving forward. It was a very collaborative team approach.” “We know what it takes to complete high pro le, time-sensitive construction projects,” adds Richard. “When time is money, our clients need a partner that will get the job done, and done well.” JC McCall was founded by John McCall in 1978 and is today owned by Clare, Peter, Richard and Paul. The company provides high quality plumbing, gas tting, drainlaying and maintenance services in the wider Auckland area. Around 85% of work is commercial with the remainder residential. The company is busy with a variety of projects. It is nearing completion of stage three of Carlaw Park student accommodation in Stanley Street, which comprises 203 apartments. Services included water, waste and gas reticulation, downpipe and stack work, podium drainage and plumbing xtures and ttings for apartments and common areas and three plant rooms to service all amenities. It has just completed work on Harbourside Church in Northcote, 40 apartments in Kepa Road, St Heliers and Quest Hotel in Takapuna. Nineteen high-end apartments in Parnell are underway. TAKING ON THE CHALLENGES
14 | Teamwork key to successful project Karen Phelps The Auckland Fresh Distribution Centre in Wiri took approximately 18 months from start to finish with practical completion achieved in May 2022. At peak Macrennie Commercial Construction had close to 140 contractors on site. Proud to have supported Macrennie Commercial Construction Delivering Quality Services to Commercial Properties Free call 0800 443 323 | www.apfencingservIces.co.nz We are Auckland’s Commercial Fencing Specialists. Security & Electric COMMERCIAL Gates & Automation SITE ENTRY Fences & Sports Fields SCHOOLS Emergency & Maintenance REPAIRS to page 16 DEVELOPMENT Macrennie Commercial Construction “This project was about teamwork between consultants, subcontractors and our internal team. Communication was key.” The Auckland Fresh Distribution Centre was a project, which demonstrated Macrennie Commercial Construction Ltd’s ability to deliver a large complex project on time and on budget, says Macrennie project manager Kyle Bellars. “It was a build only contract but we like to get involved with the design team when we can to assist at that stage,” says Kyle. “This project was about teamwork between consultants, subcontractors and our internal team. Communication was key. “We had an experienced site team making sure everyone was aware of what needed to happen and what the client and design teams’ expectations were. “We aimed to identify and take care of any niggly details prior to building and if something unexpected cropped up, try to find a solution instantly.” Situated in Puaki Drive, Wiri, Auckland, the 18,000sqm distribution centre project commenced with enabling works prior to the construction build included stabilising the subgrade and hardfill. The distribution centre was undoubtedly the most complex part of the build. Temperature controlled rooms ranged from 2-13 degrees Celsius and Kyle says that attention to construction detail is paramount. The building methodology consisted of concrete footings, structural steel portals and trusses, metal roof and Kingspan PIR panel with post tensioned slab. There were thermal breaks within wall and ceiling junctions throughout the distribution centre and dry drops sprinklers installed to handle the distribution centre environment. The roof cavity above the distribution centre ceiling was similarly complex containing a multitude of services including glycol pipes, evaporators, sprinklers, mechanical, electrical and elements with their own enclosures. Macrennie completed the base build of the project and the client then managed the internal fitout including racking, orbital wrappers, MHE’s, compressors etc. This meant that Macrennie had to stage the project precisely to suit the client’s early access handover dates. Kyle says that Macrennie had a robust procurement strategy to ensure all the larger plant items and equipment from overseas, such as ordering the evaporators, sprinkler pump and PIR panels early. “We don’t normally need to do this however due to the current market re Covid-19 delays it was a strategy to de-risk the project. This is becoming the norm on current projects.”
Tru-Bilt Industries leading the way Continual investment in plant sees Dunedin manufacturer of world-class industrial safety systems Tru-Bilt Industries stay at the top of the game. With more clients seeking lower emission products that can help them to achieve Green Star ratings in their build project, Tru-Bilt is responding by seeking to reduce its own manufacturing carbon footprint. It is investing in the latest technology to improve efficiency and has recently installed an automated powder coating line bringing this aspect of its operation in-house for greater control and to minimise transport movement. Tru-Bilt global sales manager Mark Taylor says the company will be working towards a Green Star rated product. “We’re very much at the beginning of this journey but it is an aim,” he says. “We are also improving our recycling and upcycling processes at the moment across a range of business aspects including packaging, manufacturing and transport.” Investment in plant is also to keep up with demand and saw Tru-Bilt purchase an additional CNC steel processing machine recently. A Provincial Growth Fund grant enabled upgrading of another similar European made CNC machine and a CNC brake press to ones of much higher capacity. The high-tech steel processing machine which incorporates a plasma cutter is new technology for Australia and New Zealand and was the first imported to Australasia, Mark says. “It has enabled us to manufacture larger items, but the main advantage is our improved speed and efficiency,” he explains. Mark says this is all part of Tru-Bilt’s reputation for epitomising a regionally significant, innovative and forward-focused company that is outclassing international competitors. From its modern 1400 square metre factory, which employs the latest high-tech machinery, Tru-Bilt manufactures and supplies a great variety of safety systems such as safety barriers, handrail systems, bollards and pallet racking protectors. With on-going changes in health and safety regulations over the past 20 years, the company has experienced steady growth, including the opportunity to expand into overseas markets. A key product line is its proprietary Tru-Gard certified steel safety barrier system, which is used for workplace traffic management and pedestrian protection, as well as for car parks, safety barriers in commercial and industrial spaces, such as warehouses, and construction safety barriers. Developed 20 years ago and manufactured in-house, Tru-Gard barriers also offer improved protection against forklift damage to buildings and assets and excellent safety for personnel. The modular system includes an extensive range of accessories and components configurable for almost any commercial or industrial layout. The Tru-Gard Barrier System has been extensively engineered with various 3D CAD modelling systems to ensure compliance to New Zealand safety standards. This includes finite element analysis, which is a method for calculating stress in a structure when a force is applied and has resulted in the Tru-Gard system being engineered for optimum performance in the event of a serious impact. The company has had proprietary software developed by an overseas company, which can quickly create a 3D plan of any industrial site and determine the physical safety systems required. Tru-Bilt offers a consultancy service in which work place safety needs can be assessed and solutions recommended.
16 | DEVELOPMENT Macrennie Commercial Construction Complex project a green star building Macrennie completed the base build of the 18,000sqm project and the client then managed the internal fit-out. from page 14 021 739 689 john.nelson@constructabuilt.co.nz www.constructabuilt.co.nz PROFESSIONAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS • Full Contract • Commercial & Industrial Fitouts • Residential Housing Developments He Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Equipment Supply, Ice Banks, Water/Glycol Chillers, at Recovery Branches Nationwide www.activerefrigeration.co.nz Email: phil@activerefrig.co.nz Phone: (09) 447 3888 Energy Efficient Engineering, 24 Hour Service, Design Build, Preventative Maintenance, Supply & Installation 24C allright place Mt Wellington PH: 09 276 6242 E: auckland@hcf.co.nz www.hcf.co.nzt Hills Commercial Floors. Proud to have our customers walk all over us. CALL US ON 09 629 3331 EMAIL US office@badrainage.co.nz BA Drainage has been serving the wider Auckland region for over 50 years and our team has a wide range of experience in commercial, public and residential drainage. Congratulations on a job well done to Macrennie Commercial Construction The project is a Green Star rated building, which meant Macrennie had to adhere to certain criteria such as diverting a certain percentage of waste from landfill. Other aspects involved environmental audits, including dust and noise control, a 10,000-litre rainwater harvesting tank to supply water for the irrigation system and solar panels located on the distribution centre roof. The project also included offices, plant rooms such as an MSB room and SVR. The external yard involved heavy pavement design with multiple armoured joints and secondary saw cuts at certain dimensions and engineered design slab for the container docks. There were 17 flush docks, two gatehouses (for entry and exit) and two weighbridges located prior to entry and exit to the gatehouses. The project took approximately 18 months from start to finish with practical completion achieved in May 2022. At peak Macrennie had close to 140 contractors on site. Macrennie are still completing variations for the client including banana ripening rooms that are currently being constructed and container docks. Macrennie Commercial Construction was established in 1980 and has built up a reputation as a major player in the construction of commercial and industrial projects. Steve Anderson, Tim O’Leary, Michael White and Bryce Caldwell govern the company. All of the company’s directors are involved heavily in the day-to-day running of the business. Macrennie provides construction services in the Auckland region, typically assuming the role of head contractor. It can also take on a variety of contract types depending on client requirements including negotiated, early contractor engagement and design and build. Kyle says that strong client relationships - founded on integrity and developed with professionalism - are at the core of Macrennie’s success as a design and construction partner. Macrennie employs a highly skilled team of construction industry professional managers, technicians, tradespeople and labourers. Kyle says that this allows the company to provide in-house project management, quantity surveying, programming, carpentry and site management. Macrennie also build its own concrete structures. Kyle says that employing its own staff gives the company greater control over project delivery and quality levels as well as resulting in increased staff ‘buy in’. This has a direct effect on the company’s performance. “We are very lucky to have a good reliable workforce. Our team are the unsung heroes that make the business tick and every project a success.”
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