Agenda

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09:00 – 09:05	Welcoming Speech & Opening Remarks by Conference Director
09:05 – 09:10	Opening Address by Conference Chairman
	Conference Chairman: Karen Overend, Founder and Principal, Overend & Associates Karen is the founder and principal of Overend & Associates and has previously led Duncan Cotterill’s construction team and worked in leading New Zealand law firms, including Bell Gully, Minter Ellison, Russell McVeagh and Kensington Swan. Currently, she has a wide range of clients involved in the property and construction sectors, from property developers, landlords and insurers, through to head contractors and subcontractors, through to suppliers of building products, and homeowners. She was involved in property and construction projects from beginning to end, having worked in legal roles at Auckland International Airport, Hanover Group and Tatweer Dubai. She has also been parft of constructing and developing significant infrastructure, retail and industrial premises, hospital precincts, leisure precincts and affordable housing developments on a large scale. Karen is on the Council of the Society of Construction Law and is a member of the National Association of Women in Construction. She has also presented seminars for the New Zealand Law Society on commercial leases, and earthquake prone building legislation. In addition, she was also involved with NomosOne on developing their deed of lease (now used by the Property Council) and is the author of the New Zealand Chapter on Construction & Engineering Law for the International Comparative Law Guide.
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The Emerging World of Construction, Introducing Modular Construction and Pre-Fabrication Pre-fabricated buildings is not a new concept, having existed since the early 1900s in the United States. However, it only started to gain prominence until the idea of kit homes was introduced. Such technologies allows for assembly-line production and can be mass-produced at much lower costs and at a faster pace. Through these morning sessions, you will gain what modular construction and pre-fabrication are, the current and future trends of such building technologies in New Zealand and explore how to incorporate these building techniques into your architectural designs and supply chain process.
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09:10 – 09:55	Opening Keynote Address: Changing the Mindset – Modular Construction & Prefabrication
	General perception on modular construction and prefab Prefab is as good as conventional construction method How do we overcome the societal misperception on prefab
	Speaker: Richard McEwan, CEO, Mike Greer Homes NZ Ltd Richard has a background in corporate banking but has been specifically involved in the residential construction industry for the past 12 years. Richard joined Mike Greer Homes in 2011 and was appointed Chief Executive in 2014. His main responsibility is to transition the Mike Greer Group into a wholly integrated business with multiple operations across the country that will provide ongoing growth and success for the business. Richard has also been involved with the creation and progression of the Concision Panelised Technology business. Richard has also been a Director of the Izone Business Park, in Rolleston, since 2010 and NZ Panelised Building Systems Limited since 2014.
09:55 – 10:40	Case Study: The Collaboration in Prefabrication
	What is prefabrication and what does it actually mean for all stakeholders and implications for traditional construction thinking Working together within the team and how does it affect traditional lines of communication, procurement thinking and the sequence of design The outcome of end product and what are the things we are striving to achieve
	Speaker: Gary Caulfield, CEO, Xlam NZ Ltd Gary has over 30 years experience in the commercial construction industry, across the UK, Europe, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand. Having been based in New Zealand for the last 12 years, he has been working within the pre-fabrication sector, involved in the majority of NZ’s pre-fabrication projects and was the Immediate Past Chairman of PrefabNZ.
10:40 – 11:00	Morning Refreshments and Networking
11:00 – 11:45	Agile Housing Model for Future Proofing: Prefabrication to Perfection
	Snapshotting the current housing market Examining the definition of Agile Housing Exploring the potential of Agile Housing model Leveraging prefab and modular construction methodology to deliver agile homes
	Speaker: Waco Tao, Founder & CEO, PowerHouse Homes Pty Ltd Back in 2009, Waco successfully executed the launch of PowerHouse Homes in Australia. The company specializes in R&D, manufacture and construct of prefab buildings that cater for both residential and commercial markets including hotels and resorts. Leveraging cutting edge automotive style supply chain methodology, PowerHouse Homes has revolutionized the approach to the traditional building methodology in Australia. PowerHouse Homes combines an innovative and unique formula that has placed it amongst the global market leaders in the prefab industry. Recognized as one the industry leaders, Waco has set the new benchmark for the prefab industry that is gaining increasing support from architects, property developers, hotel developers and operators alike worldwide.
11:45 – 12:30	BIM in Prefabrication and Modularization
	An update snapshot of BIM in New Zealand and Global trends How BIM enables Modularization and Prefabrication The Future towards a BIM Utopia
	Speaker: Jason Howden, Director, Warren and Mahoney Technologies Ltd Jason is Warren and Mahoney’s lead BIM Manager and a Director of Warren and Mahoney Technologies. He has significant experience in 3D and 5D BIM modeling and was BIM Manager for the Willis Towers in Wellington (5D BIM), Terminal 3 International at Jakarta Airport and Centre for Obesity, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease in Sydney, and the Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct. Jason’s strengths are in design technology adoption, BIM implementation, project documentation delivery and digital workflow automation. He is passionate about design, technology, BIM and collaboration.
	Speaker: Brad Sara, Director, Warren and Mahoney Technologies Ltd Brad is Director of Warren and Mahoney Technologies and has significant experience working and leading large scale, complex projects throughout New Zealand and Australia. Brad has led large teams through all phases of projects valued at NZ$150M+, while coordinating all consultants and engaging as the Principals Representative. He has a working knowledge and passion for BIM, and is interested in its implementation and development industry wide. He has carried out BIM implementation through several practices and across multiple projects to complex clients.
12:30 – 13:45	Lunch & Networking
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Overcoming Challenges and Making Modular Construction and Pre-Fabrication a Reality Modular construction and pre-fabrication undeniably bring numerous advantages to the construction industry and its stakeholders. In spite of this, companies often encounter challenges when embarking on modularization and pre-fabrication projects due to its unconventional nature. With doubts from stakeholders on mass-manufactured building materials, transportation and logistical issues as well as building standards compliance to local legislation for pre-fabricated buildings, many companies are still resistant against making the bold leap and take on these building methods. Recognize the long-term benefits of modular construction and discover how your organization can manage and overcome negative perceptions through thought-provoking sessions shared by leading experts in the modular world.
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13:45 – 14:30	The Contribution of Modular Construction and Its Effects Towards New Zealand
	The benefits of modular or off site construction, time saving, much reduced overall cost, less waste, less OSH issues The difficulties in getting modular accepted in NZ, whereas it is now common in many countries including US, China, Germany, Australia etc. The further opportunities of modular to help get more houses and building built due to it being cost effective and the effect of reducing the housing crisis in NZ An answer to the tourism sectors concerns over not enough accommodation for the anticipated growth
	Speaker: Sean Murrie, Managing Director, Matrix Homes Ltd Sean Murrie is the current CEO and a shareholder in Matrix Homes. He co-founded the company to address the housing shortage, and price rises that has seen less Kiwis own their own home than ever before. This was partly altruistic, and partly to be breaking new ground in how construction is undertaken in NZ.
14:30 – 15:15	Overcoming Shortage of Skills: Transferring Site-Based Construction Activities to Factory Environments
	Scene setting on the state of industry Challenges faced by local organization in providing the skills needed for the industry Triggers for greater prefabrication and modularization industry Implications for skills development and delivery for prefabrication
	Speaker: Warwick Quinn, Chief Executive, Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation Warwick Quinn is the chief executive of the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation. He is the former chief executive of Motor Trade Association and Registered Master Builders Association. He has also held the positions of General Manager Regulatory in Land Information New Zealand and the statutory positions of Valuer-General and Chief Crown Property Officer. He has worked in local authorities, multi-national property companies and banks. A registered valuer by profession he is a past chair of the Valuers Registration Board and a Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Valuers and the Property Institute of NZ. Warwick also holds a MBA from Henley Management College in the UK.
15:15 – 15:35	Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
15:35 – 16:20	Working within the Compliance Rules
	What information is need for a building consent How work is inspected / Quality Assurance systems How work is certified
	Speaker: Rose McLaughlan, Manager Policy, Auckland Council Rose began her career in building control as a cadet building inspector at Manukau City Council in 1987. After 8 years Rose left Manukau and set up her own business as a Building Certifier (the first woman in NZ to do so) eventually employing 13 staff. She has worked for many Councils across the country providing technical expertise and assistance with BCA accreditation; she also worked for International Accreditation NZ as a technical expert. In 2011 Rose took up a role with Auckland Council and is currently the Manager Policy for the building control department.
16:20 – 17:10	Panel Discussion and Q&A – Realizing Prefabs Globally: How Can We Make a Change?
	Efforts from various parties to create societal awareness for the public The right mind set to instill to various stakeholders against the misperception of modular building The collaboration with counterparts of better modular building technology
	Panelists: Jamil Khan, Technical Director – Structural Engineering, Beca Ltd Michael Warwick, BIM Specialist and Owner, MAW Design \| Sustainable Light David Finnie, Senior Lecturer Built Environment, Otago Polytechnic
17:10	Closing Remarks by Conference Chairman End of Day 1

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09:00 – 09:05	Chairperson: Conference Introduction on Day 2
	Highlights on Conference Day 2 Key Sessions
	Conference Chairman: Karen Overend, Founder and Principal, Overend & Associates Karen is the founder and principal of Overend & Associates and has previously led Duncan Cotterill’s construction team and worked in leading New Zealand law firms, including Bell Gully, Minter Ellison, Russell McVeagh and Kensington Swan. Currently, she has a wide range of clients involved in the property and construction sectors, from property developers, landlords and insurers, through to head contractors and subcontractors, through to suppliers of building products, and homeowners. She was involved in property and construction projects from beginning to end, having worked in legal roles at Auckland International Airport, Hanover Group and Tatweer Dubai. She has also been parft of constructing and developing significant infrastructure, retail and industrial premises, hospital precincts, leisure precincts and affordable housing developments on a large scale. Karen is on the Council of the Society of Construction Law and is a member of the National Association of Women in Construction. She has also presented seminars for the New Zealand Law Society on commercial leases, and earthquake prone building legislation. In addition, she was also involved with NomosOne on developing their deed of lease (now used by the Property Council) and is the author of the New Zealand Chapter on Construction & Engineering Law for the International Comparative Law Guide.
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The Implementation of Modular Construction Method The architecture, engineering and construction industry has experienced significant improvements in their projects following the adoption of prefabrication, with a 66% decrease in time taken for project completion, 65% decrease in cost and 77% decrease in site waste compared to conventional construction methods. In these sessions, you will learn from experts across the construction project value chain and understand how activities across the value chain differ from traditional construction methods and how to incorporate them effectively in your modularization and pre-fabrication projects.
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09:05 – 09:55	Delivering Timely Modular Projects – ISO and the PMO
	New Zealand VS the rest of the world – How we compare on project performance PWC and outsourcing + PM, KPMG and project management state of the nation Introduction to the Project Management ISO Standards Top five areas of improvement
	Speaker: James West, Managing Director, Quantum Aspects Limited James has a background of 23+ years in the construction industry working from a labourer’s position through site foreman, Project Manager, 2IC and eventually into his own company as a PMI certified Project Management Professional. James’ area of expertise is in assisting NZ based construction companies reduce project failure, increase bottom line returns and improve GDP percentage returned to the national economy, through the design, implementation and application of International best practice Project management and the eight International standards for Project, Programme and Portfolio management (ISO 215XX series) where James is one of three New Zealanders volunteering to develop these standards.
09:55 – 10:40	Enhancing Modular Construction and Pre-Fabrication Efficiency through Procurement Practices
	Projects involving modular construction and prefab influence the procurement strategy Discussion on early contractor involvement (ECI) Identify the responsibility for the allocation of buildability obligations
	Speaker: David Finnie, Senior Lecturer Built Environment, Otago Polytechnic David’s construction industry and academic career spans from apprentice carpenter, contractor’s quantity surveyor to senior lecturer and he is now leading the development of a new Bachelor of Construction Degree at Otago Polytechnic. He has researched and published in the areas of construction contracts and legislation, including buildability obligations, time adjustment and dispute resolution. After completing a Master of Construction degree, majoring in Construction Law at Massey University, David was awarded a doctoral scholarship and is currently studying a PhD investigating construction procurement with a view to improve mainstream practices in order to maximize value and improve productivity.
10:40 – 11:00	Morning Refreshments & Networking
11:00 – 11:45	Modular Construction and Pre-fabrication in Green Buildings
	Green building rating tools in New Zealand NZGBC rating tools and their relevance to Modular Construction and Prefabrication Ways in which Modular Construction could be better incentivized by rating tools NZGBC future plans and engagement with the prefabrication market
	Speaker: Sam Archer, Director of Market Transformation, New Zealand Green Building Council Sam Archer is a Sustainability Consultant and Mechanical Engineer with over 17 years experience in the Construction Industry. He moved to New Zealand in July 2014 and is now Director of Market Transformation at the New Zealand Green Building Council with a responsibility for increasing the uptake of their sustainability and energy assessment tools – Green Star, Homestar and Nabers. Sam has a particular passion for sustainable housing having spent 6 years creating and managing the sustainability framework for a 3000 home development for the University of Cambridge in the UK.
11:45 – 12:30	The Construction Contract Act 2002 in Prefabrication
	How statutory debt regime works in a prefabricated environment What the CCA means for dispute resolution in solving contractual disputes The statutory entitlement to suspend pre-fabricated works in certain circumstances How the CCA impacts on your contract
	Speaker: Janine Stewart, Partner, Minter Ellison Rudd Watts Janine is an experienced construction and property lawyer having advised on numerous complex construction projects and disputes in New Zealand. She has appeared in arbitration, the High Court and the Court of Appeal. Janine provides expert legal advice and dispute resolution services in all aspects of construction and commercial property disputes. An active member of the New Zealand Society of Construction Law, she presents regularly on construction and property issues, both at conferences and to individual clients.
12:30 – 13:45	Lunch & Networking
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Changing the Way We Build for a Better Modular World The construction industry will no longer be the same with the implementation of modular construction and pre-fabrication. With less construction waste generated and less pollution, we will be able to live in a better, cleaner and smarter world, providing a better future for the next generation. In these sessions, join AEC thought leaders in discussing about the future uptakes of modular construction and pre-fabrication as well as digital innovations that can help enhance the way modularization and pre-fabrication are being conducted now.
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13:45 – 14:30	Going Green is the New Blue
	How modular construction relates to a greener environment using timber Materials selection and optimization Product life cycle and modular construction Relevance of green product and building certifications
	Speaker: Ben Campbell, Technical Director, Abodo Wood Ltd Ben Campbell is Technical Director at Abodo Wood Limited, where he is responsible for the company’s R&D and New Product Development programs and management of architectural market development. By utilizing user-led insights and design thinking the business is now pushing the boundaries in exterior wood products use and design. Ben has been involved in the timber and building products sector for over 14 years, during which time he has developed extensive experience in solid timber, engineered wood products, timber treatment and modification technologies. He has been involved with the specification and delivery of sustainable timber solutions to numerous multi-million dollar projects in New Zealand and around the world.
14:30 – 15:15	A Case Study from Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway
	Standardizing the elements for modular pre-cast bridge elements, Prefabrication of complex and heavy reinforcement cages, Eliminating an element or operation, if possible, to reduce the total number of elements / operations in the construction sequence Decoupling or removing the dependency of elements on each other Off-site pre-casting
	Speaker: Jamil Khan, Technical Director – Structural Engineering, Beca Ltd Jamil is a Technical Director with Beca, and has over 25 years of experience in the design and the construction of major civil structure, bridge and road projects. He has worked on a wide variety of national and international projects in New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Dubai and Pakistan. He has worked on a number of Design & Build and Alliance projects, where he had the opportunity to work with a team of consultants and contractors. This strong contractor-led design and build experience provided him in-depth understanding of different construction techniques which enabled him to develop and implement a number of Accelerated Bridge Construction initiatives on Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway project.
15:15 – 15:35	Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
15:35 – 16:20	Sustainability in the Prefabricated Housing Market: A Case Study on the World’s First Carbon-Positive Prefabricated House
	Delving into a case study of the Archi+Carbon Positive House Addressing the increasing levels of carbon emissions and high levels of embodied energy that come with the construction of a standard home Moving beyond carbon zero by making additional positive or net export contributions by producing more energy on site
	Speaker: Bill McCorkell, Owner Director, ArchiBlox Pty Ltd Bill McCorkell is passionate about architecturally-designed sustainable homes and the intersection of architecture with prefabrication and new technologies. Prior to founding ArchiBlox, Bill was Director of Melbourne architecture and interior design firm Techne, and Director of McCorkell Constructions which has contributed to his well-rounded design and building skill-set today. Bill brings explosive talent to his work as an architect and a clear vision to the business to provide beautifully designed, sustainable architecture. His energy and enthusiasm for architecture and prefab, supported by solid industry knowledge, captures the imagination of clients.
16:20 – 17:10	Panel Discussion and Q&A – Looking Forward: Can Modular Buildings be Our Future?
	Discussion on potential of modular buildings in New Zealand for the next 5 years Actions needed from relevant parties to make prefab a major industry in New Zealand Future challenges should be addressed and looked into
	Panelists: Ben Campbell, Technical Director, Abodo Wood Ltd Waco Tao, Founder & CEO, PowerHouse Homes Pty Ltd Sean Murrie, Managing Director, Matrix Homes Ltd
17:10	Closing Remark by Conference Chairman
	End of Day 2

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09:00-13:00	Workshop A: Integrated BIM Workflows in Modular Prefabricated Construction
	Building Information Modeling (BIM), when combined with automated fabrication, has enabled integrated architectural and engineering workflows. This workshop will present best practices in establishing and managing robust and successful pipelines from brief to fabrication. An overview of some of the currently available software, including Revit, Inventor, NavisWorks and IFC will lead into practical sessions on project initiation and use of these software tools through design, documentation and production. Participants will be taken through: The use of the NZ BIM Handbook to enable all parties to have a common language Education session covering workflows, pipelines, briefs and plans Participants will work in small groups to plan the BIM process for a project Participants will get hands-on experience exploring models as a tool for understanding designs The workshop will end with a sneak peak into future technologies Key Takeaways: Participants will understand the importance of planning BIM into the project workflows Participants will leave knowing how to unlock the value in the model
	Program: Workshop Starts at 09:00 – Welcome and introduction to BIM software (10 mins) The concept of a production pipeline as applied to the prefab design process (10 mins) Using a Project BIM Brief to manage the design process (15 mins) Managing the data created using the cloud and NavisWorks (10 mins) Break into groups to put together a Project BIM Brief – laptop required (45 mins) Refreshments at 10:30 (15 mins) Workshop Resumes at 10:45 Review of BIM briefs from groups (15 mins) Groups use cloud and NavisWorks to explore design models created using Revit, Inventor, Archicad and Microstation – laptops and internet required (60 mins) Review session of advantages of being able to get into the model and using model at design and PCG meetings (30 mins) Hands on experience of the future of BIM (25 mins) Wrap-up Workshop Ends at 13:00
	Led by Michael Warwick, BIM Specialist and Owner, MAW Design\| Sustainable Light With over 20 years experience modeling buildings in 3D for lighting analysis the step up to Building Information Modeling was a natural progression. Having served as BIM Manager and BIM Coordinator in Architect’s, Building Services and Structural Engineer’s offices on commercial, institutional and multi-unit residential projects, Michael has a depth of cross disciplinary experience. Michael is currently co-chair of the Wellington BIM and Revit groups (BIM.well and RUGwell) and working with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) BIM Acceleration Committee to increase and improve the productivity of the construction industry through BIM education and knowledge sharing.
14:00-16:30	Workshop B: Framecad Technical Park Tour – Exploring Steel Framing for Pre-Fabricated Homes
	Experience first-hand the power of modular construction and pre-fabrication! You will understand how pre-fabricated modular components are designed offsite to ensure fit and smooth installations onsite. Delegates will get the opportunity to visit Framecad Technical Park and discover the manufacturing processes involved in modular construction and pre-fabrication. You will get the chance to discover how this technology has advanced Offsite Construction and have a virtual tour of its application globally. In addition to this you will be able to see production first-hand for yourself, plus engage with both Framecad’s technical and commercial teams. A leading provider of technology to the Modular, Offsite and Pre-Fabrication industry in over 65 countries, Framecad is a New Zealand owned company that develops world-leading Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing process enabling modern construction using high-strength Cold-Formed Steel structures. Site Tour Program:
14:30 – 14:40	Arrival of Delegates at Framecad Technical Park, 99 Felton Matthew Avenue, St Johns, Auckland Meet & Greet and Refreshments
14:40 – 15:00	Framecad Presentation Commences Presented by: Matthew Woodley – Chief Operating Officer
15:00 – 15:10	Q&A
15:10 – 15:30	Framecad Live Demonstration (Mobile Factory if possible)
15:30 – 15:45	Final Q & A Wrap up
15:45 – 16:00	Guests depart
	On-Site Hosts: Vikki Cottingham Matthew Woodley Peter Horner Dr Darrin Bell