Stay up to date with the latest appointments, promotions and career moves from across New Zealand's property sector in this fortnight's On the Move.
CBRE New Zealand Leadership Announcement
CBRE has appointed Anthony Randell to lead its New Zealand business, with the experienced property executive set to join the firm in early February.
Mr Randell will succeed Andrew Stringer, who has led CBRE’s New Zealand business for almost 10 years and will leave the firm at the end of November.
Mr Randell is joining CBRE from Precinct Properties, where he has been General Manager, Property since 2021, overseeing the group’s property teams across Auckland and Wellington and a portfolio spanning office, retail, co-working, hotel and joint venture assets.
During his 15 years at Precinct, Randell has held senior roles across investment analysis, development and portfolio management.
Peter McConnell joins Colliers
Peter McConnell has joined Colliers as National Manager Franchise Operations, based in Auckland.
A Chartered Accountant with extensive leadership, financial, and operational management experience, Peter brings a strong background spanning both the property sector and franchise businesses. Most recently, he held senior roles in organisations specialising in property and portfolio management, where he developed expertise in the delivery of property services and worked closely with property owners, tenants, and investors.
Prior to entering the property industry, Peter owned and managed a large retail franchise network operating across New Zealand, providing him with a good understanding of the common challenges faced by franchise business owners.
In his new role, Peter will work closely with Colliers franchise partners nationwide to support business growth, strengthen collaboration, and help maximise the opportunities available through the firm’s market-leading national and global network.
Louise Sams starts new position as Regional Sales Manager - South Island at Gaze Commercial
Gaze Commercial are welcoming Louise Sams as Regional Sales Manager – South Island.
Lou brings experience in client engagement and the commercial workplace sector, along with a strong focus on building lasting relationships.
In her new role, she’ll be working with clients and partners across the South Island, creating new opportunities and helping more businesses discover what Gaze can offer across property advisory, workplace design and project delivery.
We’re looking forward to working with Lou and seeing what we can achieve together.
Congratulations, Louise!
Studio Pacific Architecture welcomes Louise Marsden as new Board Chair
Studio Pacific Architecture is pleased to welcome Louise Marsden as their new Board Chair.
Louise joins as an Independent Director, bringing more than 25 years’ experience across infrastructure, commercial and financial advisory, asset management, and governance in Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally.
Her governance experience includes roles delivering social housing, the Transmission Gully and Pūhoi to Warkworth road projects and the Auckland South Corrections Facility.
Congratulations Louise.
Marcus Warren joins RDT Pacific in Queenstown
Marcus Warren has joined RDT Pacific as Associate Director and Queenstown Manager, based in the firm’s new Tāhuna Queenstown office.
The office is RDT Pacific’s seventh location and the second in the South Island, alongside Ōtautahi Christchurch. It brings Project Management, Quantity Surveying and Advisory closer to clients across the Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago.
Marcus brings more than 20 years’ experience across commercial, industrial, infrastructure and energy sectors. He has managed capital works across the Queenstown Lakes as a Senior Project Manager in local government and most recently, led regional three waters operations. With well-established networks across the Southern Lakes, he will lead RDT Pacific’s growth in the district.
“Our clients are investing across the Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago, and they want advice from someone who knows the area. Opening in Queenstown gives our South Island region a permanent presence in the district, and with Marcus based locally, we can build long-term relationships with clients and grow our work across the region,” says Andre McConnell, Chief Executive Officer of RDT Pacific.
Rider Levett Bucknall welcome Diane Tredoux to Auckland team
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Diane Tredoux brings more than 20 years of experience across New Zealand and South Africa, spanning building construction, infrastructure, telecommunications and civil works. A Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS) and Certified Cost Professional (AACEI), she joins RLB following eight years with Kingston Partners.
With extensive experience in cost planning, commercial risk and procurement, Diane brings a practical, collaborative approach to helping clients navigate complex projects. She is particularly looking forward to contributing to water infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
Congratulations, Diane!
TSA Riley welcome Associate Director in Tauranga
TSA Riley has welcomed Associate Director Brett Watchorn to the Tauranga team.
For more than 20 years, Brett has helped deliver projects ranging from commercial developments and fitouts to healthcare, civic and social infrastructure. He is recognised as a pragmatic and collaborative leader who supports clients to navigate complexity and deliver successfully.
Congratulations, Brett!
Serena Varcoe joins Rubix as a Project Manager
Serena Varcoe joins with experience across residential, commercial, education and infrastructure projects, including the City Rail Link and Middlemore Hospital’s Interim Inpatient Units.
Having worked in consultancy and contractor environments, and run her own project delivery business, she understands what clients need from a project team at every stage.
Auckland Regional Manager Richard Donaldson says Serena’s practical, collaborative approach will be a real asset to their projects and clients.
“We’re really pleased to have Serena join us here in Auckland. She knows what it takes to deliver a project well and she has a strong reputation for building great working relationships with everyone involved.”
Congratulations, Serena!
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