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Glen McLachlan
Aoraki Director, Licensed Cadastral Surveyor
Surveying
Surveying is what we do best. With over 90 years of experience, we provide a full range of survey services to support land development, infrastructure and property projects across the South Island, from early planning through to construction and completion.
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Our services
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Construction surveying that helps set out builds, verify works and support compliance.
Our site surveying services support residential, commercial and infrastructure construction, as well as rural projects, from initial setout through to project completion. We provide accurate building and civil set-out surveys, enabling structures and infrastructure to be positioned accurately on site and in accordance with approved plans.
As-built surveys record completed works against approved plans. These surveys are essential for construction, engineering and infrastructure projects, providing accurate records for compliance, asset management, future maintenance and reference.
We also undertake deformation surveys, monitoring movement or change over time where stability, performance or structural integrity needs to be assessed.
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Licensed cadastral surveys that support titles, subdivisions and legal land ownership.
Our Licensed Cadastral Surveyors deliver survey information for statutory, legal and title requirements for subdivisions, easements and new titles. This includes cadastral surveys for fee simple and unit title developments, easement surveys and legal plans required by councils and Land Information New Zealand.
We also prepare Building Location Certificates, certifying the precise placement of a structure before construction begins.
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Topographical surveying to capture the detail designers and planners rely on.
Topographical surveys capture the physical features and shape of the land, including buildings, contours, services, vegetation, elevations, essential services and ground levels. This information forms the foundation for design, planning, consenting and volume calculations.
We deliver accurate, well-structured data that integrates seamlessly into design and engineering workflows. Clear information early helps project teams respond to real-world conditions, reducing rework and supporting better decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
This data is also increasingly important for understanding risk, resilience and opportunities for climate response.
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Using drones, LiDAR and 3D laser scanning where access, safety and site detail matter.
We use advanced surveying technologies to capture accurate, detailed information where traditional methods aren’t always practical. This includes drone imagery, LiDAR, orthomosaic mapping, 3D laser scanning, digital levelling and spatial data management.
- Our drone surveys are particularly effective where access is restricted, on projects covering a large area, or where health and safety risks need to be managed.
- High-resolution aerial imagery supports volume calculations, site monitoring and topographical mapping.
- Our LiDAR-equipped drone enables accurate ground modelling, even through vegetation, providing valuable insight for design and planning.
- For complex or high-detail environments, 3D laser scanning produces millions of survey-accurate points.
- Digital level and verticality surveys support construction accuracy and structural assessment.
Together, these tools help deliver fast, accurate results and reliable data to support informed decisions.
HOW WE HELP
We support homeowners, developers, designers, farmers, architects, solicitors, contractors and more.
With a range of survey services, we provide accurate information to support decisions on land and development. Whether you’re making decisions about property, managing public or private infrastructure, or delivering a design or construction project, accurate survey information matters.
Our surveyors provide reliable data and advice to help identify constraints early, reduce risk and support better outcomes across the full life of a site or asset.
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PROPERTY OWNERS, DEVELOPERS & INVESTORS
We help you understand your land, including boundaries, easements, subdivision potential and property restrictions, so you can make informed decisions when building, subdividing, buying or selling.
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INFRASTRUCTURE OWNERS
Accurate survey data provides the spatial framework that public decision-making, infrastructure, regulation, safety and environmental stewardship rely on. It helps confirm land boundaries and supports the accurate construction of infrastructure. It also informs how public assets are managed and provides a sound basis for environmental and planning decisions.
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ARCHITECTS, DESIGNERS, BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS
Accurate site and survey information supports design and construction solutions that respond to site conditions, helping streamline consenting and supporting buildable outcomes. Clear set-outs, as-built surveys and responsive site support help keep construction moving and reduce uncertainty.
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AGRICULTURAL LANDOWNERS
Productive farming relies on accurate land information, compliant infrastructure and effective environmental management. Our surveyors provide accurate spatial data and advice to help food and fibre producers manage their land, meet regulatory requirements, support production and protect their long-term asset – the land itself.
Our leaders
Have a project in mind? Contact our multidisciplinary team to see how we can help.
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Our surveyors provide the accuracy that helps our clients make decisions with confidence and invest with peace of mind.
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Talk to a Surveyor
Tell us about your project or what you need and we’ll be in touch.
FAQ
Got questions? We’ve got answers.
Surveying is typically required for subdivision, land development, design, construction and compliance. Involving a surveyor early helps identify site constraints and reduce risk later.
Yes. Our survey teams are based in Christchurch, Nelson, Greymouth and Timaru and support projects across the South Island.
Yes. When surveying is delivered as part of an integrated planning and engineering team, it can help streamline delivery and reduce duplication and the risk of unexpected costs within the project.
Start by talking with our survey or planning team. We can complete a desktop assessment to review subdivision potential based on district plan rules and site constraints, then guide you through next steps.
Boundary pegs can deteriorate or disappear over time, especially in older subdivisions, and some areas may never have had boundary pegs. Our surveyors, guided by a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor, can accurately locate or reinstate boundary points where required.
We typically need the property address or legal description, owner details and a clear understanding of what you’re trying to achieve so we can tailor the survey approach to your site and project.
Land surveying involves precisely measuring and mapping the physical features of a piece of land, determining boundaries, dimensions and elevations. It is crucial for property transactions, construction, land development and boundary dispute resolution.
Yes, we can support clients through every stage of the council consent. Because we combine surveying, civil engineering, structural engineering, and planning, we offer a “one‑team” approach that councils trust and clients rely on.