who we are
Trusted advisors
Rebbeck Dunn Watters (RDW) is an independent, award-winning property consultancy. We are proud to be a trusted partner of choice to our clients, delivering excellence in property projects since 2010.
Led by Hugh Rebbeck, Peter Watters, Scott Gidley and Alec Dunn, our team collectively has decades of industry experience. Through excellent competency and execution capabilities, we consistently deliver the smartest solutions to our clients, while leading the way in safety standards.
We prioritise proactive customer interaction and collaboration; bringing professionalism, experience and thought leadership to every project to ensure outstanding results. Our ‘no surprises’ approach is anchored in our robust and consistent standards and processes. We build deep and lasting relationships with our customers and always strive to exceed expectations.

what we do
Taking the Smartest Solutions to our Clients
RDW specialises in the commercial property sector with a focus on land development, new build and building modernisation projects, dilapidations, technical due diligence, maintenance planning and innovative building enhancements. We deliver for many of New Zealand’s most recognised brands.
We are widely recognised as market leaders in project delivery and building consultancy services. With a proven track record of successfully managing diverse projects, we have earned a strong reputation for excellence, prioritising service and quality of delivery over market share.
We continually strive to remain fresh, innovative and forward-thinking; leveraging new technologies that deliver tangible value. Contact us to discuss your project requirements.
Sustainability

We take our responsibility to the environment very seriously. Our sustainability values are deeply embedded in our culture and ethos. We acknowledge our responsibility as professional and caring people to consider in thought and action by driving and supporting sustainable practices for business and the built environment.
Using RDW’s sustainability knowledge and experience we adopt strategies to help our clients create healthier workplaces, which can improve employee attraction, retention, wellness and productivity while improving each organisation’s financial performance and brand.
Health & Safety
RDW prioritises the highest standards of safety leadership on each and every project. When it comes to the health, safety and wellbeing of our team, customers and contractors, we take all possible measures to achieve zero harm.
Our safety policy is fully embedded in our business policies and processes to ensure no stone is left unturned in providing safe places to work. It’s also about attitude, education and application – we apply our industry experience and continual training to identify and minimise exposure to unsafe and unhealthy practices, therefore reducing risk and legal obligation.
Although not officially designated health and safety consultants, we have the knowledge and expertise required to assess documentation, provide oversight and most importantly know when to involve specialist health and safety consultants if required.
awards

Nominated – Project Management Team of the Year - 2021 – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The Project Management Team at RDW successfully delivered the highly acclaimed new headquarters for DLA Piper Lawyers within Commercial Bay Tower. For a project to be successful a collaborative team approach is essential, especially a project that presented so many challenges. The key to project success was a trusting client, meticulous planning and dedication of the entire delivery team. This project was also the NZIA Auckland Architecture Awards, Interior Architecture Winner for 2021.

Finalist – Best Project Management Team 2020 – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The award recognition was in relation to RDW’s successful delivery of UBS New Zealand’s new commercial office fit out on level 27 of HSBC Tower, Auckland. The brief was to deliver a world-class fit out that reduced floor area by 30%, maintained a very high degree of privacy between rooms, provided highly efficient and attractive workspaces, the inclusion of state-of-the-art technology whilst having a strong awareness of sustainability and the environment.

Winner – Best Project Management Team 2016 – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The award was in recognition of the successful delivery of Five Mile Retail Centre in Queenstown (Stage 1). Rebbeck Dunn Watters were retained by our client to lead the delivery of future development stages.

Winner – Best in Industrial Category (Excellence) 2015/16 – Property Council of New Zealand.
On behalf of Goodman as Developer and Metroglass as Occupier, Rebbeck Dunn Watters Project Managed the development (15,241 sqm warehouse / 1,537 sqm office) from inception through to completion.

Winner – Best Project Management Team (Merit) 2015 – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The award was in recognition of the successful delivery of New Zealand’s first Topshop Topman flagship store. Rebbeck Dunn Watters were retained by our client to lead the delivery of subsequent stores including Wellington and Christchurch.

Winner – Best Project Management Team 2014 – Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
The award was in recognition of a significant seismic strengthening project to a SAP Tower – a fully occupied 29 level office building Auckland’s CBD. In addition to the strengthening project Rebbeck Dunn Watters have delivered over 15,000 sqm of refurbished office space to a variety of commercial occupiers within SAP Tower.
testimonials
‘Over the past 12 years, Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited has worked closely with Rebbeck Dunn Watters Ltd. Their diverse skills, depth of experience and professionalism in both the Building Surveying and Project Management disciplines have made a direct contribution to increasing performance and lowering expenditure across the entire Precinct portfolio.
It is rare to come across a team that fully appreciates the key drivers for large institutional property owners.’
‘Rebbeck Dunn Watters has successfully executed a number of new construction and refurbishment projects, including warehouses and distribution centres. Their ability to meticulously plan and manage projects, while ensuring excellent communication with both new and existing customers, is commendable. They possess a keen eye for detail, diligently manage budgets and timelines, and fully comprehend the significance that Goodman places on maintaining strong customer relationships.
In addition, they work well under pressure, consistently maintaining a positive and constructive approach in the face of the demanding challenges in our industry. Their dedication to their work is evident, not only in their commitment to the projects they undertake but also in their willingness to assist with any business-related issues that may arise.
I wholeheartedly recommend Rebbeck Dunn Watters, and it is our intent to continue to work with them on future projects.’
‘RDW has worked with Kiwibank on various office refurbishments, relocations and retail roll-out projects for several years. Throughout our partnership, RDW has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and attention to detail that has consistently exceeded our expectations. Their team is knowledgeable, professional, responsive and dedicated to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
They have kept us informed on future projects and are happy to take phone calls to assist in feasibility studies, or providing market knowledge to help our team with project management and building consultancy matters. We highly recommend the RDW team and hope to continue working with them as valuable partners to our property team.’
‘From the very beginning, their attention to detail and professionalism stood out. They took the time to thoroughly understand our goals and objectives for each project, ensuring that they aligned with our vision. Their expertise in project management and property and construction planning was evident from the start, as they navigated the complexities of each endeavor with ease and efficiency.
Their commitment to excellence, combined with their extensive knowledge and experience, make them the ideal partner for Smales Farm.
I look forward to continuing our successful partnership with the RDW team well into the future.’
‘DLA Piper appointed RDW to provide both Project Management & Building Consultancy services for their relocation to new Auckland head offices within the recently completed PWC Tower (Commercial Bay).
The project had many challenges and complexities that required the highest levels of expertise, professionalism and leadership to ensure an outcome that surpassed our expectations.
Overall, we have been exceptionally pleased with the performance of RDW and the team they managed.
We would absolutely recommend RDW to other corporate occupiers looking for the very best in Project Management and Building Consultancy.’
‘Despite many challenges the RDW team never faltered and remained committed throughout, with the end result very pleasing. RDW’s leadership, professionalism and depth of knowledge across all areas was very impressive and was without doubt instrumental to the project’s successful outcome.
We received guidance and support well beyond the remit of a typical project manager. We will continue to work with RDW and have already engaged them on the subsequent stages at 5 Mile.’
‘The RDW project team understood the expectations of the client in what would predicate the successful delivery of the project. RDW recognizes the many challenges when undertaking construction works within a live operating retail environment and proactively and collaboratively work with all stakeholders to minimise the impact to the centre, retailers and customers, whilst managing and administering the contract works professionally.
Throughout the works RDW continued to seek opportunities to achieve programme improvements, re-sequencing and cost outcomes to meet SCSC’s project objectives and critical retailer handovers.
The Shore City Shopping Centre works were completed on time and on budget with an exceptional standard of finish and I congratulate the RDW’s project team for the significant contribution to this successful outcome.’
‘Spark appointed Rebbeck Dunn Watters (RDW) to provide Project Management expertise to support the delivery of multiple retail outlets throughout New Zealand.
The instructions were fast moving, at times complex and required a high level of commitment and drive to ensure success.
We were exceptionally pleased with the performance of the RDW team who went “the extra mile” to ensure on-time/cost completion with minimal disruption and retail downtime. Attention to detail in the retail environment is of paramount importance. RDW clearly understand the importance of detail leaving no stone unturned.
It is clear to us that RDW are highly dependable, professional and possess unrivalled technical skills. All aspects of the projects that RDW managed on behalf of Spark had a very successful outcome and we look forward to working with them again in the future.’
‘RDW assisted us in a strategic move to a new facility at Auckland Airport. The team supported us in lease negotiations, base-build specification definition and then through to project monitoring and assisting with contracting and fitout of our new space.
RDW were able to assist in all property-related matters to ensure we were kept well informed and on the correct path.
We would be happy to recommend RDW’s services and hope to work with them again on any logistical property developments or moves we have in the future.’
‘Following an intensive and thorough procurement process, we decided to appoint Rebbeck Dunn Watters (RDW) to manage the entire project from inception through to completion.
The leadership skills employed by RDW has resulted in the entire process being enjoyable and all of the milestones and deliverables have been met without any delay. They provided innovative solutions to a number of our specific fit out requirements.
Overall, we have been exceptionally pleased with the performance of RDW. They have understood the brief from the outset and have delivered.
We would absolutely recommend RDW to other corporate occupiers looking for the very best in project management.’
‘Rebbeck Dunn Watters (RDW) was appointed by Mercury to assist in securing new office premises to consolidate four offices into one. The scope of that contract included providing industry guidance on commercial and contractual negotiations, initial budget scoping and general project management. It resulted in the confirmation of our new site and Development Agreement with Mansons TCLM Ltd.
RDW’s guidance in the appointment of the wider Mercury consulting team was critical and contributed to the success of the project. The scope was defined in the project, but on many occasions, RDW went above and beyond that scope to progress the project. Their broad expertise allowed the early identification and subsequent resolution of issues as they arose.
Our business does not have particular expertise in commercial property, and RDW very capably filled that gap and provided sound professional advice to Mercury throughout. The project was completed on time, within 5% of the budget and at a level of quality that has been achieving high praise, including a nomination for the Interior Awards.
I would have no hesitation in engaging RDW for any subsequent projects or recommending them to others.’
‘It was decided that a long-term maintenance audit was required across the entire portfolio. Following a competitive process, we appointed Rebbeck Dunn Watters. They were tasked to complete the inspections and provide the reports in a pre-agreed format and within a very tight timeframe.
The team at Rebbeck Dunn Watters delivered as they promised and displayed very high technical and professional ability. The reports/data will be invaluable for the Trust and will be a key tool to enable us to plan and prioritise our maintenance in a more efficient manner.
A huge achievement in a very limited time window.’
‘Further to discussions with the Principal’s appointed Project Manager (RDW) with respect to major upgrade works completed at 88 Shortland Street (The Lumley Centre), we are happy to provide a letter of commendation to support the project for the RICS Awards.
The project had provided inconveniences to the Body Corporate during the works given the loss of vertical transport; however, the result has been of a huge benefit and worth the disruption. The assistance provided by the appointed consultants in getting the project moving to engagement and communications through the project helped the Body Corporate Management engage with all members and communicate downstream some very complicated subjects. The project has been handed over with a positive outcome and very satisfied Body Corporate members.’
‘ICBC selected RDW to manage the delivery of our head office and first retail outlet in New Zealand. We were impressed with the depth of expertise of the team… We would be pleased to recommend RDW to owners, occupiers and developers of commercial real estate.’
‘The RDW team were pivotal in the delivery of New Zealand’s first Topshop Topman store. They have done an excellent job and demonstrated unwavering commitment throughout the entire project. Their pushing and motivating has been outstanding and kept the project on track. I look forward to working with them again.’