Official launch of the Vertical Construction Leadership Group

1st November 2022

The Group’s establishment brings the sector together to provide a coordinated focus on crucial issues impacting productivity and the sector’s ability to deliver critical infrastructure, including our schools, hospitals, and workplaces. 

The Group is due to be formally launched by Minister of Building and Construction, Hon Dr Megan Woods on 1 November 2022 in Auckland.

Hon Dr Megan Woods formally launched the Vertical Construction Leadership Group

Vertical Construction Leadership Group launched to unlock better outcomes for New Zealanders

New survey reveals the complex and varied issues facing the vertical construction sector across procurement, supply chain, labour market, and productivity.

  • 100% of those surveyed are experiencing cost increases for both labour and products

  • 53% of commercial builders say it is more difficult to get staff than what it was 12 months ago

  • Nearly all commercial builders are seeing on-site delays, with 37% experiencing delays of over 6 weeks

  • Nearly half of respondents reported procurement has become more complicated in the last 12 months, with on average 26% of a company’s workforce being involved in administration and procurement