Team

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively across projects offering you concentrated expertise, well-rounded ideas and holistic management.

Meet the team

Sam
Pritchard

Director

sam@landmatters.nz 021 521 722

Sam
Pritchard

WHAT MATTERS
- Growing a business that supports local community as much as it supports our internal capability and employee aspirations
- Taking on projects that have a meaningful effect to our clients
- Guiding a successful and sustainable business and action orientated team
- Getting stuff done!
CAREER MATTERS
- Bachelor Degree in Property & Valuation with Massey University
- Involved in the family business from early working life – learning on the job and developing a deep-rooted understanding of the property and construction industry
- Four years at the New Zealand Defence Force, managing the acquisition, disposal, leasing and construction of Defence Force property throughout New Zealand
- Experience in numerous land, housing and construction-related projects with for Iwi, private clients and various government organisations including Ministry and Housing and Urban Development and coordination and liaison with Ministry of Education, Department of Conservation and Local Authorities
- Working alongside civil construction businesses to deliver infrastructure, housing and land development projects
VALUE MATTERS
- Integrity – delivering carefully considered projects for clients who have intentions that positively affect land and community
- Family – looking after those who are closest – teammates and business connections alike – to maintain a sense of connection and support when it’s needed most
- Honesty – provide honest advice
- Authenticity – working to find solutions that are bespoke, relevant and meaningful to both the clients and partners surrounding those projects
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Future-focused business development, including systems, processes and business infrastructure
- Working to support our highly experienced team members in their own personal development
- Having a high-level overview of projects and deliverables across the business – lending experience and expertise
- Programme management of a number of infrastructure and housing projects
- Staying connected within the wider Kapiti and surrounding regions

Bryce
Holmes

DIRECTOR, PRINCIPAL PLANNER

Bryce@landmatters.nz 021 877 143

Bryce
Holmes

WHAT MATTERS
- Problem solving for collaborative solutions
- Strategically enhancing existing land assets
- Understanding and executing a community-centric vision
CAREER MATTERS
- Specialised Honours Degree in Resource and Environmental Planning (Massey University)
- Further education to include a major in Economics with Trade Theory and International Economics
- 15 years’ experience in the planning profession
- Member of New Zealand Planning Institute
- Appeared in and managed proceedings for territorial authority hearings (private and public)
- Appeared in the Environment Court as an expert witness
- Experience with Notice of Requirement applications in both his public and private sector work including the Proposed Taupo District Plan review
- Presenting evidence to the High Court of New Zealand on designations
VALUE MATTERS
- Diversity – embracing the ever-varied collection of stakeholders in any given project, community or environment
- Tenacity – striving for the best possible solutions and showing persistence through problem solving and lateral thinking
- Acknowledging success – from individual achievements to team efforts, it’s important to celebrate and give credit where credit’s due
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Client relationship engagement, management and continuity
- Liaising with third-party stakeholders including engineers, landscape architects, urban designers, marine hydrologists, geotechnical engineers, soil scientists, surveyors, ecologists, archaeologists, traffic engineers and Council Officers
- Working with the appropriate Land Matters team members to bring projects to fruition
- Working to achieve the best possible results for land and building projects; through careful considerations for environmental, financial, sustainability and community matters

Alice
Toulmin

Director, PRACTICE MANAGER

Alice@landmatters.nz 021 877 144

Alice
Toulmin

WHAT MATTERS
- Working to create efficiencies across all projects
- Supporting team members to increase their productivity levels
- Understanding team members’ requirements to assist with administration where possible
CAREER MATTERS
- Honours Degree in Psychology from Massey University
- Worked as an Executive Officer for a Group Manager at the Ministry of Environment
- Experience in time management and planning which helps to keep everything and everyone on track
VALUE MATTERS
- Loyalty – showing a sense of care and attention to solidify trust between teammates
- Lifestyle – being able to have a healthy balance between work and home
- Resilience – working through the difficult times to further develop a solid ‘can-do’ attitude
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Supporting the wider Land Matters team with all administrative requirements
- Assisting in a Project Management capacity across the team when required
- Keeping the office running as a well-oiled machine so everyone can focus on their jobs

Tom
Bland

PRINCIPAL PLANNER

tom@landmatters.nz 021 877 894

Tom
Bland

WHAT MATTERS
- Delivering accurate, informative resource planning advice to clients
- Finding solutions that manage expectations for conflicting goals and views
- Being passionate about delivering good work for good projects
CAREER MATTERS
- 24 years’ experience in the planning and resource management field across local and central government and in the private sector
- Masters in Environmental Planning, B.Sc. Environmental Management and a Full Member of the NZPI
- Experience across residential, commercial, waste and minerals planning in both consenting and policy development
VALUE MATTERS
- Team camaraderie – Land Matters team support each other on a personal level and enjoy what we do
- Passion – being intereste and invested in the job, the day-to-day and the people
- Ambition – possessing the drive to seek out the work that’s the most interesting, and being supported to do so
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Project and people management
- Managing third-parties and all moving project parts
- Finding solutions by applying lateral thinking
- Negotiating and managing conflicting goals and views for various stakeholders

Anna
Carter

PRINCIPAL PLANNER

anna@landmatters.nz 021 170 4787

Anna
Carter

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Bryony
Hutcheson

INTERMEDIATE PLANNER

bryony@landmatters.nz 021 170 4787

Bryony
Hutcheson

WHAT MATTERS
- Providing a service in a transparent way about expectations, timeframes and work involved.
- Sound planning advice and understanding the complexity of varying applications to Councils.
CAREER MATTERS
- Masters in Resource and Environmental Planning (Massey University)
- Bachelor of Arts majoring in Development Studies, minor in Geography and Cultural Anthropology (Victoria University)
- 6 years experience in planning profession including Compliance Monitoring
- Member of the New Zealand Planning Institute
- Appeared in the Environment Court as an enforcement officer answering questions about my experience
- Extensive experience with council decision reports
VALUE MATTERS
- Inclusivity – team culture working our best as a team in an accepting way
- A balanced outcome approach
- Environmental – providing land development that considers and respects the environment.
- Can do/positive attitudes.
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- Project focused – understating how elements of a proposal interact with each other to seek the best outcome.
- Motivated to achieve outcomes.
- Coordinating with Land Matters engineers, and external specialist consultants
- Providing Councils with robust consent applications.

Liz
Amott

Planner

liz@landmatters.nz

Liz
Amott

WHAT MATTERS:
- Building rapport – with clients, stakeholders and community groups
- Looking at the bigger picture and end goal
- Working together as a team
- Capacity building within the Land Matters Planning team
- Providing recent institutional experience to the wider team
CAREER MATTERS:
- Degree in Leisure Resource Management
- Masters in Spatial Planning (University College London – UCL)
- Associate member of the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI) – Assoc. NZPI
- Over 13 years experience in the planning profession both in the UK and NZ:
  - Planning Policy experience in the UK
  - Resource Consent experience in NZ
- Processing resource consent applications within Councils (Queenstown Lakes & New Plymouth)
Value Matters:
- Honouring Individuals and the Environment
- Commitment to Sustainability
- Compassion and Integrity
DAY TO DAY MATTERS:
- Liasing with third party stakeholders including engineers, geotechnical and traffic engineers, surveyors and council officers
- Working with the appropriate Land Matters team members to bring projects to fruition
- Keeping clients up to date with the progress of projects

Milcah
Xkenjik

Senior planner

milcah@landmatters.nz 021 877 157

Milcah
Xkenjik

WHAT MATTERS
- Working on smaller projects with bigger impact
- Learning from people who exercise a depth of humility in their path to effect change
- Appreciating everyone’s role in a project – from start to finish
CAREER MATTERS
- Bachelor of Resource and Environmental Planning (Massey University)
- Worked in both Regional and District Council with experience in consenting and strategic policy research and plan changes
- Extensive experience in offering guidance on District Plan interpretation and RMA application to diverse stakeholders, processing resource consent applications, peer-reviewing reports, and engaging with external entities.
VALUE MATTERS
- Learning – always asking ‘why’ to develop a deep and thorough understanding of everything to help with making informed decisions
- Respect – being heard and knowing that this team is always willing to listen
- Team – a sense of unity and camaraderie is important when working with others, for others
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Preparation of land use and subdivision resource consent applications for residential, rural, and industrial developments in the Wellington and Manawatu Region, collaborating with internal and external teams
- Provide processing and District Planning advice on complex consents on behalf of Councils, ensuring adherence to statutory timeframes and effective liaison with relevant stakeholders
- Offer planning advice to service providers for significant regional infrastructure and prepare submissions on plan changes, as well as preparing and presenting technical planning evidence at plan change hearings

Rob
Longley

LICENSED CADASTRAL SURVEYOR

Rob@landmatters.nz 021 185 4056

Rob
Longley

WHAT MATTERS
- Extensive experience (40 years) in planning applications and engineering design
- Sharing transferable industry knowledge and expertise – mentoring internally
- Keeping abreast of ever-evolving technological developments
- Providing pricing and various quantities for projects at a high level
CAREER MATTERS
- 40 years’ experience in the land surveying profession
- 10 years’ experience as a technical tutor
- Registered Professional Surveyor and Member of the New Zealand Institute of Surveyors
- Licensed Cadastral Surveyor.
- Worked on the Matakana Island New Entry consent, Porirua City Council consents and easements
- Numerous AEE applications and survey work
VALUE MATTERS
- Integrity – working within a team environment in which everyone is valued and treated equally
- Motivation – supporting fellow team members to carry out their best possible work
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Mentoring and guiding internal personal development
- Land information research and data accessibility
- Legal land transfer surveying and certification

Evan
Pinfold

LICENSED CADASTRAL SURVEYOR

evan@landmatters.nz 027 877 8874

Evan
Pinfold

WHAT MATTERS
- Utilising technology for precision (GPS, Drone, Robotic Total Station)
- Problem solving with insight and accuracy
- Working intricately with data for efficiencies
CAREER MATTERS
- 10 years’ experience in the land surveying profession
- 6 years’ experience as a hydrographic surveyor
- Licensed Cadastral Surveyor and Member of Survey and Spatial New Zealand
VALUE MATTERS
- Honesty – doing things by the book so that there are no hidden surprises
- Consistency – striving to carry out work to the highest possible standard
- Efficiency – working hard to support the team so that projects can progress on time
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Surveying land for various projects
- Setting out plans for building and spatial design
- Aerial mapping and photography
- Researching land, history and surrounding areas
- Data capture and utilisation of land insights

Max
Kohler

Survey Technician

max@landmatters.nz 027 582 4284

Max
Kohler

WHAT MATTERS
- Building a diverse range of technical skills
- Problem solving and optimising workflows to achieve the best results
- Staying active and healthy in and out of work
- Having a great balance of outdoors and indoors in my role
CAREER MATTERS
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
VALUE MATTERS
- Teamwork – Making the most of everyone’s individual strengths to deliver efficiently
- Reliability – Delivering consistent results on time and to expected standards
- Adaptability – Learning new technologies and methods to allow for continuous improvement. Being able to figure out solutions quickly to novel problems.
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Topographical surveys for construction and land development
- Assisting with Land Transfer surveys
- Subdivisions and plans for Council consent
- Monitoring surveys
- Construction surveying including set-out, boundary, and as-built surveys

Dan
Turner

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Dan@landmatters.nz 021 0822 1405

Dan
Turner

WHAT MATTERS
- Understanding all stakeholders’ end goals for projects to find the best possible solutions
- Challenging the ‘developer’ stereotype by listening carefully and constructively to clients’ motivations
- Working with team members to deliver sustainable and practical outcomes
CAREER MATTERS
- Degree in Civil Engineering from Canterbury University
- Retrained as a Civil Engineer through work with M2PP and PP2O projects with New Zealand Land Transport Authority
- Pursued the role with Land Matters to broaden experience and understanding for large-scale projects with more collaboration
VALUE MATTERS
- Collaboration – working to everyone’s strengths for maximum efficiency and impact
- Respect – being supportive of our immediate team members and third-party stakeholders alike
- Open-mindedness – acknowledging that the projects we work across are for the greater good of the environment and communities that we live in
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- All the nuts and bolts of a project, including infrastructure
- Civil engineering design eg. access to new subdivisions
- Understanding local council requirements and guidelines
- Being familiar with various councils’ rules and regulations
- Supporting the planners in the next phases of the project to hand

Brian
Anderson

Project engineer

brian@landmatters.nz 021 160 1210

Brian
Anderson

WHAT MATTERS
- Applying innovation to every situation to ensure the client is getting the most out of any given project
- Seeing a project through to completion which exceeds expectations
- Working within a collaborative team environment where ideas can be discussed and everyone’s individual expertise can be utilised
- Being around likeminded people with the same goals in mind
CAREER MATTERS
- NZ Certificate of Engineering from Wellington Polytechnic (now Massey University)
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology from University of Southern Queensland
- Future plans to become a Chartered Engineer
VALUE MATTERS
- Adaptability – being confident to make changes to original plans if it contributes to a more desirable outcome
- Innovation – thinking on the spot, workshopping new ideas and contribute to being an industry leader
- Dependability – working to ensure that what’s delivered is to expectation, at the very least
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Being the connection point between civil engineering and project management while applying critical thinking and quality assurance
- Ensuring that our clients are delivered an end result that ticks all the boxes, especially if plans have changed along the way
- Utilising multidisciplinary experience to contribute to each project as a whole

Ben
Negus

Engineering Technician

Ben@landmattersnz.com 021 0285 4159

Ben
Negus

WHAT MATTERS
- Having the opportunity to learn and thrive in a positive, supportive environment
- Looking to my colleagues for leadership across all business facets
- Asking questions to get the best outcome for the client
CAREER MATTERS
- Studied Physics and Sound Engineering
- I love problem solving and the outdoors
- Appreciate having a wealth of knowledge surrounding me – I am keen to learn as much as I can
VALUE MATTERS
- Environment – I appreciate being outside and taking care of our natural surroundings
- Team – working in a small team who are happy to answer questions is unique
- Integrity – I want to know that what I am contributing to is helping the wider organisation and to be proud of that
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Taking care of the detail of surveying to gather accurate information
- Performing regular drone flights and processing RPAS data to help manage worksites
- Drafting plans for various council consents and applications
- Designing engineering solutions for proposed subdivisions and various projects
- Looking at overarching plans for environmental impact and options

Phillip
Mitchell

Project manager

phillip@landmattersnz.com 027 877 0002

Phillip
Mitchell

WHAT MATTERS
- Taking time to concentrate on the detail which ultimately contributes to the satisfaction of both the wider team and our clients
- Working to develop plans for projects that contribute to people’s lives and the wider community
- Efficiency. Less risks for the client – no surprise for the client. Pre-planning works. Communication. Black and white. Efficiency. Facts they needs.
CAREER MATTERS
- Began a career in construction with a Building Apprenticeship
- Completed a Diploma in Building Construction in Australia
- Established own building company and got hands-on experience with all facets of a construction business
VALUE MATTERS
- Seamless / Stress-free Customer-focussed – being committed to transparent communication and guidance through the entire construction process
- Timeliness – working ahead of the project plan to foresee potential roadblocks and problems and making plans to navigate any identified challenges
- Persistence – taking time to problem solve along the way and ultimately contribute to more robust outcomes
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Working to seamlessly connect all the moving parts to ensure the smooth running of every project
- Providing the connection point between the client and the team in a way that offers efficiency, input and expertise
- Collaborating with the wider Land Matters team to understand the full scope of a project and bringing the right people together to deliver outstanding work
- Building background and working with builders – vertical build and managing it. Small team with the cooperation

Peter
Corrigan

Project Manager

peter@landmatters.nz 027 273 9134

Peter
Corrigan

WHAT MATTERS
- Driving projects that preserve water and ensure access to this resource
- Taking on projects that provides effective drainage management, fostering a well-structured environment
- Crafting innovative solutions to solving complex challenges
- Working with like-minded individuals empowering us to achieve our goals with excellence.
CAREER MATTERS
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering, Majored in Civil, Wellington Institute of Technology, NZ
- New Zealand Certificate in Drainlaying (Certified), PGDB
- 15 years’ experience working in project delivery
- Background in managing three water infrastructure upgrades and land development projects while emphasizing safety and efficiency
- Extensive expertise in civil engineering and construction
VALUE MATTERS
- Team culture – being part of a like-minded team of individuals that support one another and the communities we work with
- Connection – working on things that have a positive impact on our community and environment, bringing texture and quality to life
- Learning – appreciating that there are always things to learn, and that they help us grow in many ways
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Managing projects from conception to completion while nurturing collaboration between specialists in our other departments
- Being accountable to the wider project by having a physical presence, and offering a sounding board to team members while they navigate day-to-day tasks
- Exploring feasibility through technology to better understand risks and to methodically determine the best approach to exceed client expectations

Dave
Perry

Project manager

dave@landmatters.nz 027 550 4341

Dave
Perry

WHAT MATTERS
- Delivering on commitments and exceeding expectations
- Working with a quality, high performing team
- Inviting others’ expertise to impact projects collectively
CAREER MATTERS
- Spend 6 years in the Army
- Qualified in Drilling / mining / construction / oil & gas
- Managing multiple high budget civil projects at one time
- Extensive experience in civil and infrastructure and hands-on experience with all facets of construction
VALUE MATTERS
- Pragmatism – Prioritising practical approaches and solutions to work
- Quality Commitment – Dedication to delivering high-quality results
- Strong Work Ethic – Ensuring the job gets done efficiently and credit is duly given where it’s due
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Project Oversight: Monitor day-to-day progress of ongoing projects
- Team Collaboration: Coordinate with internal and external teams to ensure seamless workflow
- Stakeholder Communication: Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to address queries and provide project updates
- Deadline Adherence: Ensure that all project deadlines are met through effective time management and coordination
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of project management methodologies

Richard
Laurenson

PROJECT MANAGER

richard@landmatters.nz 027 449 1867

Richard
Laurenson

WHAT MATTERS
- Working in and for the local community, which has been home for 30-odd years
  Finding sustainable solutions for land that needs a new purpose
  Staying up to date with resource management act changes
CAREER MATTERS
- Bachelor of Horticultural Science from Massey University
- Long history of working in and around Otaki, through the orchard industry decline, and having to re-think land use for business’s future endeavours
- Worked with land owners being affected by Transmission Gully and Expressway plans and execution, to ensure a fair and beneficial split of lands and assets
VALUE MATTERS
- Sustainability – making the most of, and protecting what natural resources we have to hand
- Supporting local – supporting others’ business ventures and enjoying the freshest local produce
- Lifestyle – creating a living environment which inspires and motivates
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Consulting on land management projects
- Providing support where historical local knowledge is of use
- Managing and overseeing projects that require lateral thinking with regards to alternate land use
- Considering the sustainability ‘wins’ that can be made when re-purposing land
- Conceptualising subdivision plans to include an appropriate amount of planting and eco-system consideration

Tim
Gilmour

PROJECT MANAGER

tim@landmatters.nz 022 411 3707

Tim
Gilmour

WHAT MATTERS
- Working in a team to deliver the best possible results
- Consistently pushing myself to grow as a person and professional
- Trying to improve efficiency in the business by helping to implement new software solutions
CAREER MATTERS
- Bachelor of Land Surveying (University of Otago)
- Worked in multiple different countries around the world in a number of different Professional roles
VALUE MATTERS
- Accountability – Constantly working on holding myself accountable for my actions.
- Empathy – Working around the world has taken me to many different countries which has enabled me to meet a lot of people around the world from many different backgrounds. This has enabled me to be able to understand that life can have different perspective depending on where you come from which I try to be understanding of.
DAY-TO-DAY MATTERS
- Consulting on land management projects

Matt
Duncan

Survey and Engineering Apprentice

matt@landmatters.nz

Matt
Duncan

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Being an apprentice allows me to dive into the practical aspects of surveying and engineering. From understanding the art of land measurement to mastering cutting-edge technologies, every day is a new opportunity for growth and discovery.

If you’re interested in joining the team at Land Matters, or applying for a Student Cadetship, please get in touch.

Careers

Meet the team

Sam Pritchard

Bryce Holmes

Alice Toulmin

Tom Bland

Anna Carter

Bryony Hutcheson

Liz Amott

Milcah Xkenjik

Rob Longley

Evan Pinfold

Max Kohler

Dan Turner

Brian Anderson

Ben Negus

Phillip Mitchell

Peter Corrigan

Dave Perry

Richard Laurenson

Tim Gilmour

Matt Duncan

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Pritchard

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Holmes

Alice
Toulmin

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Bland

Anna
Carter

Bryony
Hutcheson

Liz
Amott

Milcah
Xkenjik

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Longley

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Pinfold

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Kohler

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Turner

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Anderson

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Negus

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Mitchell

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Corrigan

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Perry

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Laurenson

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Gilmour

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