Hawkins

📖 A New Chapter Begins for Waihi Beach Library! We’re thrilled to announce that Hawkins has been awarded the contract for the highly anticipated Waihi Beach Library project, by the Western Bay of Plenty District Council! Recently, we joined the community to officially kick things off with a heartfelt Karakia, setting the tone for the exciting journey ahead. Construction is set for completion in July 2025, and we’re honoured to bring this long-held vision to life. This library will be more than a building—it’s destined to become a hub for learning, connection, and growth, serving as a source of pride for the Waihi Beach community. A big thank you to everyone who has worked tirelessly to get us to this point. We can’t wait to deliver a space that reflects the heart and aspirations of this incredible community. Here’s to building the future, together! #WaihiBeachLibrary #Hawkins #CommunityFocused #BuildingConnections #LibraryOfTheFuture #Downer #Transport #Infrastructure

More than just a gym – UOA's New Recreation Wellness Centre is here! 🏊🏋️ The wait is over! Hawkins is proud to have delivered The University of Auckland’s brand-new Recreation Wellness Centre, which opened last week at 17 Symonds Street and will have its ceremonial opening in February 2025.  The Rec Centre's official name Hiwa, is the culmination of years of dedication and collaboration, driven by the University's and its students' vision.    It reflects the University’s commitment to providing a space where its 46,000 students, 5,000 staff, and the wider community can come together to stay active, foster wellbeing, and connect. Delivering this project during one of the most challenging periods for the construction industry was no small feat.  Our Hawkins team, alongside the consultant and client teams, tackled the impacts of the Covid pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and complex logistical challenges – including moving massive 40-tonne trusses and cranked precast beams under tight constraints.  Through a strong ethos of partnership, they have created a facility that will support well-being and high-performance sports for years to come. Inside, you’ll find a modern gym with large cardio and weights areas, exercise and combat studios, sports halls with glass floors and LED markings for versatility, squash courts, a bouldering wall, and thoughtfully designed chill spaces.  The facility also features a café, retail spaces, and indoor and outdoor multi-purpose event areas. A huge shoutout to our Hawkins team and our Subcontractors and Suppliers for their hard work and dedication in making this vision a reality. 👏   📍 The rec centre is open now – check it out today! #Hawkins #Projects #UOA #NewRecCentre #BuildingtheFuture 

We’re so proud to have partnered and delivered with Jasmax on these award-winning projects! 🏆 The Pā at The University of Waikato – Ted McCoy Award for Education 🏆 B201 at The University of Auckland – Education Award Congratulations to everyone involved in delivering these inspiring spaces! Read the post below to learn more. #ProudPartners #AwardWinning #Hawkins

📢 Calling all employers in and around the Auckland Airport precinct! Do you have job vacancies that need filling? Advertise your positions for FREE on our website and reach job seekers who are ready to join your team. Click here to post your listing today! Let’s work together to connect great talent with great opportunities. #AraJobsAndSkillsHub #AirportPrecinctJobs #HiringNow #FreeJobPosting #AucklandJobs #ConnectWithTalent #LocalEmployment

A big round of applause for Olivia Pearson, Senior Design Manager and Quintus Slabber, Project Director for their stellar contributions at last week's Airport Hui conference! Olivia wowed the crowd on the Women in Airports and Infrastructure panel, bravely sharing her personal journey. Her story struck a chord with so many attendees, especially the women in the room—your courage is truly inspiring, Olivia! ✨ Quintus delivered a masterclass on Stakeholder Management: What Makes or Breaks a Project. His breakdown of the process was engaging, easy to follow, and left many in the audience impressed. Top marks for clarity and impact, Quintus! 👏 We're so proud of the way you both represented Hawkins—your insights and leadership have left a lasting impression. 🙌 #AirportHui2024 #WomenInInfrastructure #StakeholderManagement #Hawkins #Aviation #InspiringChange

🏆 Safety First, always: Congrats to @Lachlan Grant! Hawkins is thrilled to announce that our very own @Lachlan Grant, Senior Site Manager, has been named the HammerTech Safety Ambassador Winner for Australia and New Zealand 2024! 🎉 HammerTech is a leading construction technology company that provides an all-in-one safety platform. They work with builders like us to streamline safety processes, reduce risks, and ensure every worker goes home safely. Their annual Community Safety Awards, launched last year, celebrate leaders who champion innovative safety practices in construction. HammerTech praised Lachlan for his exceptional dedication during the trial and implementation of their all-in-one field safety platform at Hawkins. His hands-on approach ensured the system was tailored to meet our specific safety needs—driving safety initiatives across our key projects. 💪👷 At Hawkins, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a core value. Lachlan’s leadership exemplifies this, and we couldn’t be prouder to see his efforts recognised! 👏 Congratulations, Lachlan, on this well-deserved win! You’ve set the benchmark for what it means to lead with safety in construction. #SafetyFirst #ConstructionSafety #Hawkins #Transport #Infrastructure #HammerTechAwards2024 #LeadershipInAction

Hawkins to "Let That Sh*t Go" for a Healthier Future! 💩 Last week, our Hawkins Burnham Site in Christchurch wrapped up the final session of the Gut Foundation’s three-part educational series—and what a way to finish! 🚧👏 This toolbox talk was about spreading awareness about bowel disease and empowering people to take charge of their health. With Movember shining a spotlight on men’s health, it’s the perfect time to talk about a sobering reality: 👉 Every day, 9 Kiwis are diagnosed with bowel disease. 3 won’t survive—and 2 of those are men. This isn't just a stat; it’s a call to action. We’re proud to partner with The Gut Foundation NZ to bring vital education straight to the toolshed, ensuring our team knows the steps to better health. A big shoutout to CEO Alice Fitzgerald who joined us on-site to deliver these life-changing sessions! Let’s keep the convo going—because when it comes to health, we all need to #GiveASh*t 💙💩 #Hawkins #Transport #Infrastructure #Movember #BowelHealth #TradieTalks #GutHealth #MensHealthMatters

🏆 A Night of Victory at the Auckland Property People Awards! 🏆 Last Friday Hawkins was proudly in the spotlight as exceptional projects and individuals were honoured at the Auckland Property Council New Zealand People Awards 🎉 Congratulations to The University of Auckland B201 Project Team for winning the Team Award and the Supreme Award! Hawkins and our talented project partners are incredibly proud to have helped transform The University of Auckland’s 50-year-old Human Sciences Building, which Hawkins originally built into a state-of-the-art, sustainable facility at Waipapa Taumata Rau. This visionary project transformed the 50-year-old building into a cutting-edge 26,500m² educational facility, and set a new standard for sustainability in educational spaces, achieving a record-breaking 6 Green Star rating with 93 out of 98 points – the highest score ever awarded in New Zealand! 🌍💚 Terry Buchan, Hawkins General Manager presented the Hawkins Sheree Cooney Memorial Young Achiever of the Year Award to Daniel Whittaker, CA of Russell Property Group. We’re thrilled to support young talent like Daniel in shaping the future of New Zealand’s property landscape. #FutureLeaders #YoungAchiever Congratulations to all the finalists and winners! #Hawkins #propertypeopleawardsnz #APPA24 #SustainableDesign #Teamwork #ProudToBeHawkins #Legacy #UoA #B201Project

Hawkins is going to the NZ Airports Association Hui conference! ✈️ Hawkins is thrilled to attend and have two of our construction experts, Olivia Pearson and Quintus Slabber, representing us at the Airports Hui Conference in Hamilton, Claudelands next week! With vast experience in projects, they’ll share their unique insights in person at the conference. Trust us, you won’t want to miss this opportunity! If you are interested click here to purchase tickets: https://lnkd.in/g7Z3XEMK 🗓️ Monday, 11th Nov - Olivia Pearson, Senior Design Manager Join Olivia as she dives into a panel discussion at the Women in Airports and Infrastructure conference, on work, life, challenging the status quo, and building resilience. Olivia has championed digital innovation and led multidisciplinary teams to success. 🏗️ With a background in BIM and a track record in top-tier projects, her experience is both diverse and inspiring. Be sure to tune in at 3:00pm–3:30pm to gain valuable insights from her journey! 🗓️ Tuesday, 12th Nov - Quintus Slabber, Project Director Catch Quintus as he presents Stakeholder Management: What Makes or Breaks a Project. With over 20 years in construction, Quintus has a keen understanding of balancing diverse stakeholders’ needs. ✈️ From international terminals to regional lounges, he’ll share best practices to minimise operational impacts and maintain efficiency. Join the session from 2:35pm–3:00pm to learn from his hands-on experience! We are looking forward to connecting with you all at the conference and make sure you don't miss out on these powerhouse sessions! Mark your calendars and get ready to learn from the best in the business. #AirportsHui #Hawkins #StakeholderManagement #ConstructionLeadership #BIMInnovation #AviationConstruction #ConferenceSpeakers #Downer #Transport #Infrastructure

🏗️ The moment we’ve been waiting for is here! Hawkins is thrilled to be the main contractor for Auckland Airport's new Domestic Jet Terminal (DJT), and we’re excited to introduce our newest crane to the fleet: the 370 EC-B 12 Fibre! As the first construction business in the Southern Hemisphere to own this cutting-edge crane, it’s now getting set up to be put to work at the Airport. With its extra 20% jib head load capacity, enhanced performance, and improved health and safety features, it's set to make a big impact on the project. Equipped with a hybrid generator system, TB01 is setting the standard as a sustainable crane, aligning well with Auckland Airport’s sustainability goals. 🌍✨ Recently, we celebrated with a surprise crane naming ceremony, honouring Hawkins General Manager Terry Buchan by naming the fibre crane ‘TB01’. With nearly 30 years at Hawkins and a long-standing relationship with Auckland Airport, Terry’s hard work truly deserves this recognition. 🥂 As Hawkins EGM Craig Treloar said, “Naming the crane after Terry was our way of showing our appreciation for the relationships he builds, his unwavering loyalty, and how much he means to everyone at Hawkins.” Hawkins proudly operates several Liebherr Tower Cranes, a testament to our strong relationship with Liebherr and the proven excellence of their equipment. Stay tuned for more updates on TB01! #Hawkins #AucklandAirport #DJT #Sustainability #TerrysCrane #LiebherrCranes