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Awards 2024

Nominations for our 2024 NZ Building People Awards and Next Gen Awards will be open 17 April - 29 May. 

The awards evening will take place on 30 August at the Viaduct Event Centre in Tāmaki | Auckland. 

Who will you nominate?

LATEST NEWS

Southern Region site visit to Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre

Posted on Friday 20 August, 2021

On 10 August, NZIOB members from the Southern Region attended a site visit to Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre in Christchurch, hosted by Ōtākaro and CPB. Members got to see inside this exciting key anchor project, and some of the spaces that will be available when it’s all complete – this included the 50-metre competition pool, diving pool, aquatic leisure area, and multi-purpose indoor courts.

More construction sector resources

Posted on Friday 20 August, 2021

The team at the Construction Sector Accord has been busy and has compiled the following resources for the Building and Construction sector. These include a procurement guide to reducing carbon emissions, Women in Trades, changes to Essential Skills Work Visas, and how to find out if your building work requires a consent.

New Zealand 'dropped off global supply chain' by many construction material suppliers

Posted on Friday 20 August, 2021

New Zealand has been dropped off the global supply chain by many construction material suppliers in the wake of COVID-19, threatening to stall the building sector here, a report has warned. Rider Levett Bucknall’s (RLB) 2nd Quarter 2021 International Report says that labour shortages coupled with global supply chain disruptions continue to put pressure on construction costs. 

Welcome to our new National Board Chair, John Hemi

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

Following the NZIOB’s recent election, the NZIOB is delighted to formally introduce John Hemi, the new Chair of the NZIOB National Board. Starting as a Graduate Engineer, John has held Regional and General Management roles in the industry and is currently employed at Te Waihanga (Infracom) as an Advisor on Major Projects and the Construction Sector Accord.

The NZIOB welcomes a new National Sponsor

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

The NZIOB National Office is delighted to announce a new partnership with Autodesk Construction Cloud. From 1 August, Autodesk Construction Cloud is officially on board as one of the NZIOB’s four National Sponsors, joining Hays, Resene Construction Systems, and Pink® Batts®. They, along with our National Partner GIB®, form the NZIOB’s family of core supporters.

Financial Management Workshop in Wellington

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

Under the CARTERS-sponsored Building Legends programme, experts from BDO have prepared a six-hour programme that will be delivered over two half-day sessions in Wellington. The course is aimed at business owners, senior team members, and sub-contractors who would like to upskill their financial literacy within the construction industry.

Calling all Central Region Student Members

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

The NZIOB is hosting the first of its 2021 Student Mentoring Programme seminars next week in Wellington. Student attendees will hear from established and upcoming industry professionals about their careers to date, how to carve your own path in the workplace, and the realities of the construction industry for recent graduates.

NZIOB & NAWIC Event: Construction Risk Allocation

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

The NZIOB Southern Region Committee is hosting a joint event with NAWIC to explore Construction Risk Allocation. A panel of industry leaders, compèred by Barrister Richard Johnstone from Left Bank Chambers, will discuss this vital issue and share their insights on relevant industry topics.

NZIOB Charitable Education Trust: Night at the Trots

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

The NZIOB Charitable Education Trust is pleased to announce they will be holding their 2021 Night at the Trots fundraising event at Alexandra Park Raceway in Auckland on Friday the 17th of September. The Trust and the team at Alexandra Park Raceway look forward to hosting you and your guests for a fun night of racing and entertainment, including raffles and sweeps.

Welcome to our new Members

Posted on Friday 30 July, 2021

The NZIOB welcomes its newest members, who had their memberships ratified by the NZIOB Board on 23 July. NZIOB members have opportunities to make professional contacts, advance their careers and business, gain knowledge at exclusive events, and help shape the industry.

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