Partnership
We work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and consultants from the earliest planning stages through to completion, providing clear advice and practical project solutions.

Est. 2009 · Wānaka · Christchurch
Founded in 2009, Constructive Consultants has built a strong reputation as a trusted and respected provider of Quantity Surveying and Project Management services throughout New Zealand.
A note from Constructive
Every project is unique.
From our offices in Wānaka and Christchurch, we work with clients across the South Island and beyond, delivering successful projects in Wānaka, Queenstown, Dunedin, Invercargill, Christchurch, Auckland and the West Coast.
Our company is led by Paul Rae and Kim Smythe, both highly experienced Registered Quantity Surveyors and Engineers to the Contract. With backgrounds spanning commercial construction, consultancy, and private practice, they bring decades of practical industry knowledge and leadership to every project.
At Constructive Consultants, we work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and consultants from the earliest planning stages through to completion, providing clear advice, accurate cost management, and practical project solutions. Our focus is on protecting our clients’ interests, managing risk, and helping projects achieve the best possible outcomes in terms of cost, quality, and programme.
What we do
Our experience and boutique size gives us the capability to adapt to projects of varying size and complexity.
Sectors we work across
One of the most consistent compliments we receive from our clients is the value we add throughout the project lifecycle. Through practical guidance, clear communication, and extensive industry experience, we help clients make informed decisions and deliver projects successfully from concept to completion.
New projects
A selection of projects we are currently delivering or have recently completed alongside leading architects and contractors.
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High-end Residential · Wānaka
A spectacular 720 m² luxury residence completed to an exceptional standard, with refined natural materials, locally inspired stonework, cedar cladding and premium hardwoods sitting beautifully within its surrounding landscape.

Commercial · Wānaka
Full Project Management and Quantity Surveying services for the development of Fluid Recruitment's new 897 m² high-specification office building, delivered on a fixed lump sum contract with Cook Brothers Construction.

Commercial / Industrial · Invercargill
Full Project Management and Quantity Surveying services for RD Petroleum's new office and warehouse facility in Invercargill, a key regional infrastructure and operations hub for the business.
Our core values
We work closely with clients, architects, contractors, and consultants from the earliest planning stages through to completion, providing clear advice and practical project solutions.
Our focus is on protecting our clients' interests, managing risk, and helping projects achieve the best possible outcomes in terms of cost, quality, and programme.
Through practical guidance, clear communication, and extensive industry experience, we help clients make informed decisions and deliver projects successfully from concept to completion.
In their words
Constructive were the Project Manager & Quantity Surveyors for our Wanaka build. They were excellent throughout the entire process. Paul had great communication with us and our building team, he was always professional and extremely knowledgeable about the building industry. He kept our budget and building timeline on target and was a key part of a highly successful outcome. We highly recommend Constructive Consultants to anyone looking to build.