Gain clarity on contract management in New Zealand’s infrastructure sector. From key standards to practical delivery, learn how principals, contractors, and suppliers collaborate on building, civil, and transport projects across private and public sectors. This presentation provides a practical guide to contract management in New Zealand’s infrastructure industry. Exploring common contract forms, including NZS 3910 and other variations, outline the responsibilities of principals, contractors, and suppliers, and share insights for managing projects across building, civil, and transport sectors.

This webinar is presented by the Special Interest Group for Immigrant Engineers (SIGIE). Moving from overseas? Discover the six essential insights every project manager needs to succeed in Aotearoa — from Māori engagement to Kiwi work culture, work-life balance, planning and environmental responsibilities, and the power of networking. Marisol Vega shares real stories from her journey across oil & gas, public infrastructure, and land development projects, and learn how to thrive in New Zealand’s collaborative, relationship-driven market.

This webinar is brought to you by Special Interest Group for Immigrant Engineers (SIGIE). Certified Health & Safety Consultant Jenny Heng (NZISM | IOSH) demystifies New Zealand’s Health & Safety at Work Act (HSWA). This session goes beyond legal jargon to show how safety is embedded in engineering decisions—from concept to completion. Whether you're working under a design-build, consultancy, or subcontractor model, you'll gain clarity on your legal duties and learn how to apply them in real-world projects.

This webinar is brought to you by the Special Interest Group for Immigrant Engineers (SIGIE). It explores the current processes in place as a project jumps through various hoops over its lifetime. The session provides valuable insights into understanding the ‘WHY’, especially an overview of various regulations that play a vital role in shaping the outcomes. Gain practical understanding of the value that various multidisciplinary teams contribute to the success of a project.

The Special Interest Group of Immigrant Engineers (SIGIE) present this webinar for an honest and insightful session led by an emerging structural engineer who has spent the last four years building not only structures—but a new life—in a different country. In this webinar, you’ll hear real stories of navigating cultural surprises on-site, adjusting to unfamiliar workplace norms, and discovering how people skills often matter just as much as technical ones. Presented from the perspective of an early-career immigrant professional, this webinar offers relatable lessons and practical strategies for young engineers adapting to new environments. Whether you’re just starting out or still finding your voice, this session will give you tools to communicate across cultures, connect more confidently, and thrive both personally and professionally. Expect storytelling, reflection, and a few laughs—as well as advice you won’t find in a textbook.