What our clients say
In construction, outcomes matter and so does how you get there.
The following testimonials reflect our clients’ experience working with CM-NZ. Clear advice. Honest communication. Practical support that turns complex processes into manageable ones.
“Paul’s experience in the industry and attention to detail resulted in a settlement thousands of dollars more than we were initially offered. His professionalism, great communication and industry knowledge guided us through the tricky process, allowing us to make informed decisions. We would highly recommend Pauls services to anyone negotiating what can be a confronting and complicated system.”
- Mike Rose
“I use Paul regularly, he has extensive building knowledge and know how, he managed to save us thousands on our last building project. I found him to be very thorough, transparent and upfront.”
- Glen Wicksteed
“High level of communication and administrative process skills throughout the construction phase. Preparing progress claims and providing detailed costs for work executed and for proposed works through variation pricing, preparing and presenting cost fluctuations as required, preparing and presenting time extension claims Evaluate progress claims and providing detailed breakdowns of cost Adjust included sums in accordance with contract documentation Collect and present post-contract ancillary documentation including reports from suppliers and subcontractors.”
- Tim Nees
Director, New Work Studio Tim Nees Architects
I write this reference for Construction Management, who were appointed by MoE to act as project managers and quantity surveyors for the demolition and rebuild of a new classroom block inclusive of kitchen and toilet facilities. The project included extensive decking and covered ramps as well as a site-wide services upgrade. They demonstrated exceptional project management skills from the initial planning stages through to building consent being obtained. Communication was excellent and we were kept well informed of progress and input into design aspects to ensure the end result met the specific needs of the school.
During the tender process they facilitated the school site visit and communicated well with the tenders.
Once construction started, they were retained as quantity surveyor and worked well with the project team to ensure a seamless transition to the completed project.
Overall, we were very happy with the performance of the Construction Management team and can highly recommend them.
- Janet Ristow
Franz Josef Glacier School
“I would highly recommend Paul Belcher and CM-New Zealand Limited. We were referred to Paul from McBride Construction, who we approached for EQC on-sold work.
From our first meeting, Paul gave my wife and myself a great deal of confidence with his previous EQC experience and in depth knowledge of a process, which is very complex for a layperson.
Paul demonstrated a great working relationship with not only the constructing company, contractors, designers, but also EQC. This appears to be from his attention to detail and extensive building knowledge, which comes across in our meetings and has defiantly speed up the process.
We are really appreciative to Paul and his team, as without his input, we feel this process would be all consuming and overwhelming.”
- Michael Donaldson
“I can’t speak more highly of Paul Belcher and the service he provided to my wife and I. He thoroughly inspected our property, identified the issues requiring remediation, arranged for a full range of quotes from the relevant trades, produced a comprehensive and detailed report in support of our claim, and liaised with EQC on our behalf as they processed our claim. The information that Paul provided to EQC on our behalf was professional and compelling and resulted in our claim being accepted and processed quickly. I thoroughly recommend Paul to anyone wishing to file a claim with EQC.”
- Robert O'Connor
“Our experience working with CM was excellent. Consultation and communication were clear and consistent throughout the process, and every stage of the development project was handled with professionalism. Steve Scott ensured that everything was kept on track, resolved any potential issues quickly, and made the whole process far less onerous than was expected. We are very pleased with the final result and would not hesitate to engage Steve and CM again in the future.”
- Fiona Morland
- Paul Milkin
“Really appreciated Paul from Construction Management and his ability to work through our EQC claim. I highly recommend this company.”
- Nelson Warner
“Steve managed the project on our behalf very well and kept the project pretty much on budget and on time. His knowledge of the building practices and the consents process were a valuable input into assessing and approving changes and variations.”
- Darryl Thomson
- Daniel Small
“Paul’s review of our Canterbury insurance claim offer increased the final settlement considerably. Paul is extremely thorough, prompt, knowledgeable and pragmatic. He really knows his stuff and did a great job getting our claim over the line. We highly recommend Paul to anyone needing independent building/QS advice.”
- Sarah Reynolds
I write this reference for CM-NZ, who successfully project managed our relocatable project involving the development of eight teaching spaces in 2022. Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in the seamless execution and timely delivery of this important initiative.
CM-NZ demonstrated exceptional project management skills from the initial planning stages through to project completion. Their approach and attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the project was coordinated and executed. They managed resources efficiently, adhered to established timelines, and maintained the highest standards of quality throughout the process.
Clear communication was a hallmark of CM-NZ’s management style. They provided regular updates, facilitated transparent discussions, and promptly addressed any concerns or changes that arose.
One of the most commendable aspects of CM-NZ’s performance was their ability to deliver the project as programmed. Despite the tight time frames involved, they adhered to the schedule, ensuring that the teaching spaces were completed on time and ready for use as planned. This reliability was crucial in minimising disruption to our school’s operations and ensuring a smooth transition into the new spaces.
CM-NZ’s project management skills, clear communication, and adherence to timelines made them an invaluable partner in our relocatable project. I recommend their services to any organisation seeking a competent and dependable project management team.
- Joe Eccleton, Principal
Cashmere High School
