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04 Sep

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This project involved essential repair, and maintenance works to the roofing and guttering of a building that had developed numerous leaks, along with structural strengthening of the existing building. Phase 1 focused on the roofing and guttering repairs, delivered as part of the building’s maintenance programme. The strengthening works required detailed design, contractor management, and careful programming, as the building accommodated tenants who needed to close their businesses while construction took place. Protecting tenant stock was a key priority, alongside precise coordination of trades to minimise disruption. Through accurate planning and management, we successfully reduced the closure period, allowing tenants to reopen...

21 Aug

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HPM successfully delivered the complete refurbishment of our new ground-floor offices at 32 Hastings Street, Napier, transforming a heritage building into a modern, functional workspace while preserving its unique character. Working from detailed architectural drawings, we carefully integrated bespoke features, including a new meeting room built within the building’s original bank safe—an iconic reminder of its past—and two additional meeting rooms fitted with Autex acoustic panels to enhance sound quality and functionality. The refurbishment presented several challenges, including the constraints of an inner-city location, the complexities of building consents for heritage buildings, and a demanding three-month timeframe. Through precise coordination of...

21 Aug

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Hawkes Bay Regional Sports Park was constructed via a comprehensive phased development, the overall goal of this development was to enhance the athletic performance and community well-being of Hawkes Bay and wider regional area. As the client-side project manager and engineer, HPM played a pivotal role in orchestrating the design, tender, and construction phases of various projects within the complex. ​ Stage One - High-Performance Sport and Wellness Centre: Completed in May 2019, Stage One marked the ​ inauguration of the $80 million endeavour. The 2800sqm facility boasted state-of-the-art amenities including a strength​ and conditioning gym, running track, pole vault, long jump...

15 Aug

Posted at 01:34h in

HPM was privileged to lead the project management for the restoration of a significant 99-year-old heritage building, on behalf of our client, the Art Deco Trust, in collaboration with Napier City Council. Now serving as the new home for the Art Deco Trust, the building has been transformed into a vibrant hub for both the local community and visitors, offering a unique opportunity to experience Napier’s rich architectural heritage. The restoration was delivered in two stages. Stage one involved the careful removal of Class A contaminated soil and asbestos, a vital process both for health and safety compliance and for the...

24 Mar

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HPM were engaged as both Engineer to the Contract and Project Manager for the $31.1 million Gisborne Hospital Mental Health Facility. This state-of-the-art development was designed to provide early intervention and preventive care for mental health and addiction, reflecting both the needs of the community and the region’s cultural values. Within our team, responsibilities were clearly defined. As Engineer to the Contract, we acted fairly and impartially to ensure all parties met their contractual obligations. At the same time, as Project Manager, we coordinated key stakeholders, oversaw anti-ligature requirements, managed contract instructions and variations, facilitated meetings, produced monthly progress reports, and...

06 Mar

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We delivered a high-end private residential development executed over three phases. Phases One and Two, which included the Manager's Lodge and Implement Shedding, were completed in February 2019, with Phase Three completed in 2021. Phase Three involved a 1,000m² dwelling, incorporating a combination of in-situ and precast concrete, structural steel, and the latest servicing technologies, all finished to a premium standard. A distinctive large timber wave ceiling spans a significant portion of the house, making it one of the most unique high-end homes in New Zealand. The project required comprehensive civil works to establish roading and building platforms, while the remote farmland...

23 Feb

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HPM managed the transformation of a 750 sqm heritage building that was previously used as a restaurant on the ground floor with an under-utilised function room upstairs. Having formerly been a nightclub, the building featured a large internal void where customers could look down from the second floor to the dancefloor below. The project required a change of use, involving the void being filled to convert the second floor into high-end architectural apartments. We oversaw this process from concept through to construction, which included reconfiguring the downstairs restaurant and adding a courtyard. Working in collaboration with Heritage New Zealand, we ensured that...

09 Jan

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Hawkes Bay Regional Sports Park was constructed via a comprehensive phased development, the overall goal of this development was to enhance the athletic performance and community well-being of Hawkes Bay and wider regional area. As the client-side project manager and engineer, HPM played a pivotal role in orchestrating the design, tender, and construction phases of various projects within the complex. ​ Stage One - High-Performance Sport and Wellness Centre: Completed in May 2019, Stage One marked the ​ inauguration of the $80 million endeavour. The 2800sqm facility boasted state-of-the-art amenities including a strength​ and conditioning gym, running track, pole vault, long jump...

09 Jan

Posted at 19:43h in

The project management of this architectural development focused on coordinating diverse elements to ensure a seamless and functional design. The building integrates multiple smaller forms into a cohesive structure, anchored by solid concrete masses that connect it to the local beach and the area's historic weatherboard style. The cedar cladding blends the house with the surrounding hills, while expansive glass sections frame stunning vistas requiring extensive management of suppliers and trades. The project was delivered during the COVID-19 pandemic and amid global supply chain disruptions, where our project management expertise was crucial in maintaining onsite processes and timelines. As the project...