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Institute events coming up online and around Aotearoa

UPCOMING EVENTS

2025 Building People Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner

Friday 8th August 2025 at 6:00pm, Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington

The Building People Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner will be a night to acknowledge and celebrate the practitioners behind New Zealand’s most successful building projects.

The awards evening will take place on Friday 8 August at Tākina in Poneke | Wellington.

Find out more about the 2025 Building People Awards.

 

Join us at the Building People Awards - network with industry leaders and celebrate excellence in the construction industry. 

 

We have single tickets and table options (including our Premium Table Package) available to purchase to suit your budget and needs. 

 

 

Institute + Industry in conversation – Member events

Wednesday 4th June 2025 at 1:30pm, Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington

Three Sessions – Auckland Wednesday 4 June, Christchurch Wednesday 11 June, Wellington Thursday 26 June
MEMBER EVENT | AUCKLAND | CHRISTCHURCH | WELLINGTON

Institute members this is your chance to connect with us in person and help shape the future of the Institute and the industry. 

Tell us what is top of mind for you right now and what we at the Building Institute Aotearoa can do to support you to grow. 

This is an opportunity to: 

  • Get the Inside Scoop – Hear directly from the Institute’s board and leadership to understand the organisations direction, as well as what’s happening in the building and construction sector.
  • Have your say – This is your chance to ask questions, share feedback, and help shape the future of the Institute and Industry.
  • Connect with Industry Leaders – meet other members and Institute leadership in a relaxed setting and expand your professional network.
  • Tell us what you need – We’re here to represent you and help you grow you career – let us know what areas you would like us to focus on in the future.

Next Gen: Speed Mentoring 2025

Tuesday 17th June 2025 at 4:00pm, Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd, City Campus

STUDENT | NETWORKING | CHRISTCHURCH

 

 

Attention all construction students! Are you looking for an opportunity to gain valuable insights and advice from experienced professionals in the industry? Look no further than the Speed Mentoring event hosted by the Building Institute!

This event provides a unique opportunity for students to connect with a diverse range of mentors from various sectors of the construction industry. From architecture to project management, engineering to contracting, quantity surveying to design management, our approachable mentors bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table.

 

Free for Building Institute Next Gen members

 

 

 

Industry Insights: Digital Technology - reshaping the construction landscape

Wednesday 18th June 2025 at 12:00pm, Online

WEBINAR | CPD 3 | MEMBERS - FREE | NON-MEMBERS $50+GST

 

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring two of the construction industry’s leading innovators from Preformance—Jonathon Dutton and Jon Sinclair. Explore how cutting-edge digital technologies, including Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), are reshaping the construction landscape, from design through to delivery and beyond.

Jonathon, an experienced BIM Manager, shares insights from projects across New Zealand, Australia, and Antarctica, focusing on optimizing workflows, safety, and asset performance.

Jon, with 25+ years in digital transformation, discusses how emerging technologies can reshape construction for the better.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how innovation is driving efficiency and smarter collaboration across the built environment.

 

Building Legends - Managing Teams through Uncertainty & Complexity

Wednesday 9th July 2025 at 3:30pm, Auckland & Wellington

Two Locations - Auckland July 9th / Wellington July 17th - 3.30pm - 6.00pm

 WORKSHOP | AUCKLAND | WELLINGTON | CPD: 10

 

Strengthen your management skills in this interactive workshop designed for site managers, project leaders, and construction professionals who manage people – whether on site or in the office.

Gain practical tools to manage teams through uncertain and complex conditions, to stay composed under project-based pressures, to manage difficult team dynamics, and to grow your skill base to transition into leadership roles.

Learn why management skills are based on communication, empathy, and resilience. Plus, learn better hands-on management tactics that enable teams to drive better project outcomes!

 

 

NZIOB Charitable Education Trust - Rugby Luncheon 2025

Friday 11th July 2025 at 11:30am, Shed 5, Queens Wharf, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011

SOCIAL | FUNDRAISER | WELLINGTON 

 

TABLES $2750.00 + GST 

Three course lunch, beer, wine and non alcoholic, keynote speech for 10 guests

TABLES $300.00 + GST 

Three course lunch, beer, wine and non alcoholic, keynote speech for 1 guest 

 

The NZIOB Charitable Education Trust warmly invites you to a special fundraising luncheon on Friday, 11 July, in Wellington — the day before the All Blacks face France. Enjoy a three-course lunch with beverages, and take part in an exclusive Q&A session with legendary former All Black, Samuel Whitelock.

 

 

 

Southern Region Legal Breakfast with Richard Johnstone

Tuesday 22nd July 2025 at 8:00am, Christchurch, Queenstown & Dunedin

Three Sessions – Christchurch Tuesday 22nd July, Dunedin Friday 25th July, & Queenstown Tuesday 29th July 
LEGAL | CHRISTCHURCH | QUEENSTOWN | DUNEDIN | CPD: 3

 

The Building Institute Aotearoa, in collaboration with Richard Johnstone of Left Bank Chambers, warmly invites you to a Legal Breakfast Session — with events being held in Christchurch, Queenstown, and Dunedin.


Join us for an engaging and informative morning as Richard explores a selection of recent, topical court cases. He’ll break down the key legal insights that matter most to professionals across all areas of the building and construction industry.


Each session will include time for Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and discuss how these issues might impact your work.
Don't miss this chance to stay sharp, connect with industry peers, and enjoy a quality breakfast.
 

Building Legends - Navigating Industry Guidance & Contract Updates

Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 3:30pm, Auckland & Christchurch

Two Locations - Auckland September 10th / Christchurch September 17th - 3.30pm - 6.00pm

WORKSHOP | AUCKLAND | CHRISTCHURCH | CPD: 10

Join industry professionals at this workshop to explore key updates in construction contracts and risk management.

Legal experts, quantity surveyors, project managers, and more will discuss critical topics including contractual risk management, navigating special conditions, the NZS3910 update, design responsibility, and handling change orders.

Gain insights into NZCIC guidelines, client-side PM services, and alternative contract models.

Experts will also provide valuable perspectives on managing risk and change in construction projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving construction landscape and ensure project success.