Successful construction projects need careful management

Expert project management for stress-free construction in Wellington & Wairarapa

Working with an experienced master builder saves you time, money and reduces stress levels considerably across a project. A master builder should have a tried and tested process that ensures a smooth running project and no surprises when it comes to budgets or your project completion date.

Since 2002, we’ve been managing high end new builds and residential renovation projects with a clear, project management methodology. This ensures our clients are always in the loop, and architects and specialist trades are kept up to date with our progress and when we might need the next project milestone from them.

Having delivered high quality building projects throughout the Wellington, Kapiti and South Wairarapa regions for decades, our experienced team has built trusted relationships with a wide network throughout the construction industry. This ensures our clients, architects and designers want to work with us again on future projects.

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How we work with our clients and architects

At Scotty’s Construction, we believe great results come from a clear, collaborative process. From our first conversation to the final handover, we will lead you through every stage with care and precision, so you know exactly what to expect and when.

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Relax in the knowledge that our Construction Manager oversees the planning and scheduling of your project and is also on hand to offer any further technical advice to your architect, designer or supporting tradespeople as required. A schedule of works is created at the beginning of the project, with six weekly check-ins to ensure the project remains on track.

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Your experienced Site Foreman is your daily contact who manages your project schedule to ensure key milestones are met. They liaise with sub trades and suppliers regularly throughout the week to ensure materials are delivered as and when needed for the next step of your project to be started.

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From regular site meetings for our clients and architects, you’ll be across any critical design issues, project roadblocks or cost decisions. Regular communication ensures you’ll know about any project decisions quickly and can be reassured that final deadlines will be reviewed in line with any project variations.

Key milestones for your building project’s success

Here’s a quick checklist of key project management milestones so you can ensure you get the best possible outcome on your project:

  • Get us involved at the planning stage so that you can be reassured that your new build or renovation can be completed within your budget.

  • Our first meeting with you and your architect (if you have one) should be an initial design consultation to discuss project scope and budget.

  • Once design concepts are approved by all parties, we can provide you with a budget estimate.

  • Only then, should you proceed to working drawings.

  • We can then finalise costs and seek approval to proceed.
  • We can support you to submit working drawings to your local council for consent and relevant permits.
  • Once we receive council approval we can commence your project.
  • Once your project is underway, we manage all aspects of the building project, including Code of Compliance approvals with your local council.

Trust us to build your exceptional new home

We’re committed to your dream home being a life long home, a home that may be passed on from generation to generation. Timeless design, high performing finishes and quality craftsmanship will ensure your home stands up to the rigours of the environment it sits in, and the people that live in it.

As master builders, we’ll manage building code restrictions and council compliance so you don’t have to.

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Common questions for homeowners wanting to understand our new build and renovation process

In New Zealand, building a new house typically takes 8 to 12 months from consent to completion, depending on the size and complexity of the project. Larger or architecturally designed homes may take up to 18 months, especially if there are weather delays or council approval hold-ups.

Building a new home in New Zealand involves key steps such as planning, design, consents, construction, and final inspection before move-in. The process starts with choosing your builder and architect, finalising your design, followed by obtaining council approvals and managing each stage through to completion and Code Compliance Certification.

The framing and foundation are usually the most expensive parts of building a house, as they form the structural backbone of the home. However, kitchens and bathrooms can also be major cost drivers due to plumbing, electrical work, and high-end finishes.

When renovating a house, start with structural and foundational work like fixing the roof, walls, or wiring before moving to cosmetic upgrades. Once the essentials are complete, tackle kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, and painting to finish with a polished, functional space.

Renovating a house typically involves planning and budgeting, obtaining consents, demolition, structural repairs, and rebuilding key areas like kitchens or bathrooms. The final stages include finishing work such as painting, flooring, and fittings, followed by council inspections to ensure quality and compliance.

The kitchen and bathrooms are generally the most expensive parts of a home renovation, due to plumbing, electrical, and high-end material costs. Custom cabinetry, stone benchtops, and premium fixtures can significantly increase the overall budget.