British High Commissioners Wellington Decontamination/Renovation (Lead/Asbestos)
Sustainable construction practices may not have been as prominant in earlier generations of construction (even in New Zealand) however with the discovery of banned contaminants within this Property and given that it is the High Commissioners Home in Wellington, a Showcase State property of the British People, the mandate from the British Government was clear – remove all banned construction materials from all British Government Properties.
| Project Name | British High Commissioners Wellington Decontamination/Renovation (Lead/Asbestos) |
| Client Company | British Government – Foreign Commonwealth Office – High Commission |
| Project Type | Capital Project – Major Alts/Adds – Residential |
| Project Value | $1,567,600 |
| Project Start AND Finish | Jan 2017 – Sept 2017 |
| Strategic Objective | To ensure the health and safety compliance of the British High Commissioner’s residence in Wellington by addressing hazardous materials, including lead and asbestos, while preserving the integrity and functionality of the property. |
| The Challenge / Need | The residence required urgent decontamination to address the risks posed by hazardous materials such as lead-based paint and asbestos. The project had to meet strict compliance standards while minimizing disruptions to diplomatic functions and daily operations. |
| Our Approach | – Conducted a comprehensive site assessment to identify contamination hotspots. – Collaborated with hazardous material experts to create a safe and compliant remediation plan. – Managed stakeholder communication to align project objectives with diplomatic requirements. – Developed phased construction and decontamination schedules to minimize operational disruption. |
| Solution & Key Deliverables | – Safe removal and disposal of lead-based paint and asbestos-containing materials. – Structural reinforcement and renovation to restore affected areas. – Installation of modern HVAC systems to improve air quality and safety. – Comprehensive health and safety compliance documentation. – Full operational handover with safety certification. |
| Risks and Challenges | – Ensuring zero exposure to hazardous materials for workers and occupants. – Maintaining project timelines within the constraints of diplomatic schedules. – Meeting both British and New Zealand regulatory standards simultaneously. |
| Result / Outcome | – The residence achieved full compliance with British and New Zealand safety regulations. – Successfully eliminated all hazardous materials from the property. – Restored operational readiness while maintaining the aesthetic and functional integrity of the residence. |
| Our Value-Added Differentiator | – Expertise in managing projects with dual compliance requirements (British and New Zealand standards). – Proactive risk mitigation strategies to ensure safety and efficiency. – Seamless integration of modern systems without compromising historical integrity. – Transparent stakeholder engagement and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. |
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I led the development and execution of the project as Head Contractor Program Director/delivery team.
Design for the design project the team consisted of:
- 1 x Lead designer
- 2 x Hazardous Consultants/Testers
Construction for the Construction project the team will consist of:
- 1 x Project Manager
- 1 x Contracts Manager
- 1 x Quality Manager
- 1 x Safety Manager
- 1 x Lead Removal Contractor
- 1 x Asbestos Removal Contractor
- 1 x Painter Contractor
- 1 x Carpenter Contractor
- 1 x Scaffolding Contractor
- 1 x Carpeting Contractor
Project was completed with 16,000 hrs with ZERO LTI and 1 x FAI
