The webinar was presented by Amedeo Papi (GHD NZ BIM and Digital Solutions Lead - Property and Buildings). Amedeo led the BIM planning and implementation, coordination, Common Data Environment (CDE) setup and management, QA/QC procedures, clash detection and resolution on a diverse range of projects, including defence, mixed-use, residential, sports, education, industrial and commercial. He has a strong, multidisciplinary education and professional experience, which includes working in architecture as Registered Architect (Italy) and in engineering as Technical Manger in the challenging field of renewable energy power plant development. His creative R&D-oriented and innovation-driven mindset encompasses reality capture and programming, developed also through a 9-year collaboration with Academic Research Centres in Europe exploring the potential of data integration and pioneering the application of advanced digital hardware and software technologies to Architectural Engineering and Construction sectors. You will learn from this webinar on BIM (Building Information Modelling) and IM (Information Management): The (possible) definitions of BIM & IM. The brief history of BIM and IM. Why they are important. The key benefits of BIM and IM. And key concepts of them. The session will also be complemented by case studies, an introduction of key BIM and IM communities in New Zealand, key reference sources and finishing off with a Q&A session.

Origin Fire is a leading fire engineering consultancy with specialists in fire safety engineering, passive fire engineering, and fire protection engineering. Join the team from Origin Fire as we introduce you to the Field of fire engineering, and how we navigate the fire safety requirements of the New Zealand Building Code. Learn how fire engineers use prescriptive and performance-based design, and why one may be preferable for your building project. We will briefly cover how fire safety, fire protection, and passive fire work together to get the best outcome for your building, while still protecting life safety and protection of property. This webinar is aimed at engineers and designers who want to learn about the field of fire engineering in New Zealand. If you are a budding architect, QS, construction manager, or project manager and want to learn about how fire engineering plays an integral part in your building project, then this webinar is for you.

Cultural Differences: Exploring the challenges that new immigrant engineers may encounter initially. Managing Cultural Differences: Effective strategies to address and embrace cultural diversity. Employment Challenges: Understanding the typical hurdles new immigrant engineers might face in their professional journey. Employment Tips: Practical advice and insights to enhance the employment experience for immigrant engineers.

During this webinar, Jeremy will dive into his own overseas study and work journey and offering a unique perspective on navigating the challenges and opportunities of pursuing an engineering career in a foreign country. From this talk you will have insights of, How to assess your skills, and qualification level Conduct efficient research on the companies you would like to know How to utilise online platforms to boost your career development Listen to a few tips that will help you deal most of the common questions during your interview Introduction of Jeremy's current employer: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare "A typical day-to-day of being an operations engineer"

Fifty Key Points About Contracts This is an introduction to contract management and administration, sufficient to get you started in the role of managing physical works contracts. This course follows the lifecycle of a physical works contract as follows: Contents Section A - General Section B - The Tender Phase Section C - The Tender Evaluation Phase Section D - The Contract Establishment Phase Section E - The Construction Phase Section F - The Post Construction Phase

The webinar briefly discussed the following topics: Why BIM? Buildings and infrastructure applications in New Zealand The New Zealand BIM implementation processes Technology – popular BIM software packages / sharing platforms used in New Zealand Overview of Autodesk Revit® The attendees will be able to get an overall understanding of BIM in a New Zealand context as well as familiarising basic composition of the Autodesk Revit® software.