Property Council’s People Awards celebrate the people in construction, those behind outstanding regional projects and those who lead by example.
Fosters entered three award categories for 2024: Best Design (for Union Square Building E), Excellence in Sustainability (Metlifecare Somervale Village Redevelopment Stage 1) and Young Achiever of the Year, for which we nominated BOP Construction Manager Ryan Tesselaar.
The 2024 Rider Levett Bucknall Young Achiever of the Year was awarded to Ryan, with the following commentary: “Ryan’s impressive leadership trajectory combined with his dedication to the growth and development of others makes him a standout future leader in the property sector.”
The Boffa Miskell Excellence in Sustainability Award went to Fosters (BOP) Team for the Metlifecare Somervale project - a mass timber building which achieved a 7 Homestar Built rating.
This was a team focused on raising awareness of sustainable building practices, they also exceeded their goal of diverting over 80% of waste from the 232 tonnes generated. Judges praised their “innovation and commitment to education, using the project as a tool for broader industry impact”.
Finally, we were proud to be part of the Chalmers Properties Te Rapa Gateway Project Team, awarded the Harkness Henry Judge’s Choice Award, along with BCD Group, Burton Partners Lawyers, CKL, Eclipse Architecture, Gray Consulting Engineers, and Octa Associates. Judges noted: “The success of Te Rapa Gateway is a testament to innovation and teamwork, resulting in a large-scale development that will continue to drive economic growth in the Waikato region.”
For several years, Fosters has sponsored the Outstanding Leadership Award, which went to Buddy Mikaere. “With boundless energy and a genuine passion for positive change, Buddy has set an exemplary benchmark for leadership in our industry” the judges said.
The awards evening, held at the Wintec Atrium on October 24, brought together approximately 280 property people from around the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. There were 35 finalists across the 7 categories.