Office Relocations

Relocating an office may seem straight forward enough in theory until you have to actually project manage one.

For large office relocations, there are a multitude of things, people and processes to consider.  Like a game of dominos, every task and moving part must be accounted for and carefully considered to ensure things go smoothly on “go live” day.

We remove the overwhelm through a collaborative and comprehensive planning process that ensures a seamless transition to a new facility or building.  You can be confident that the office relocation methodology we use has been tried, tested and proven successful with many happy clients and repeat customers.

When you choose us to plan and manage your relocation, you can expect an inclusive approach with staff and stakeholders at all levels.  We will keep you up to date throughout the journey and your allocated project manager will be there every step of the way.

Our team are accustomed to working with architects, construction companies, furniture suppliers, IT teams, change managers, landlords, Health and Safety representatives and other third parties as required. You will work alongside a team of professionals, adept at foreseeing potential risks or roadblocks.

Keen to understand more about our office relocation project management services? Call us today for a confidential chat.

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What do you need to consider during an office move?

Ever tried to think about what’s involved and don’t know where to start?

That’s why we’re here and we’ve done it all before! These are just a few of the things to plan for and consider…

  • Furniture
  • Documents
  • Coffee Machines & Kitchen Appliances
  • Computers and IT
  • Plants
  • Photocopiers
  • Disposal of surplus items
  • Sequence of moves
  • Storage Capacity
  • Move duration and timing
  • Instructing a relocation company

The list goes on!

HOW DO WE HELP? OUR EXPERTISE

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This is how we help with office relocations

Every work place, organisation or business relocation comes with it’s own unique set of challenges but no need to worry about it!
We’ve done it all before and know the process from start to finish.

This is what we do for you to ensure a seamless move.

We plan and project manage from start to finish

Avoid the stress and worry by letting us plan and manage your relocation. We ensure that everything is planned – taking care of the who, what, where, when and how?

We listen and communicate effectively

From our initial meeting, the planning phase can span many months. We ask the right questions and keep you informed through comprehensive documentation every step of the way.

We consider the things you haven’t

We are experts at thinking about the smaller details and leave no stone unturned. Our planning encompasses not only critical equipment but everything required in the new facility, including the coffee machine!

We’ve got the right contacts

Not sure where to begin? Just call us. We plan from the high level ‘big picture’ through to the minute details and we know trusted third parties to include as and when required.

We provide services and solutions from the initial planning and project management, right through to getting you in the door and fully operational again.

OUR PROCESS AND SERVICES

What are our Service Options?

Our approach to ensure a successful relocation, with minimal disruption to business continuity, is to not only consider the pure logistics of the move, but also to ensure facility and staff preparedness.

Our range of services help to ensure that every single item, process, and person is in place, ready for a seamless start-up on “go live” day in the new location.

  • Project Management

    Our specialty lies in the planning and project management of large and/or complex relocations across all industries in New Zealand and Australia.

  • Space Planning

    B&W can undertake people or space audits to support the allocation of space in existing and/or new premises.

  • Soft Fit-Out

    We have the logistics expertise to schedule and manage the soft fit-out of your premises.

  • Facility Readiness

    B&W can work with you to develop an A-Z document which lists everything to be planned or arranged to ensure a seamless start up on ‘go live’ day!

  • Storage Analysis

    We can work with you to determine your storage requirements: capacity and solutions.

  • Exit Planning

    We can help you to plan and manage your exit or decommission of buildings and provide solutions for surplus FF&E.

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Office Relocation Projects

From large to small, these are just a few of the office relocation clients we’ve helped over the years. 

2021-2022
B&W engaged to undertake a comprehensive FF&E and storage audit. B&W’s contract extended to include the optioning of storage solutions for significant volumes of a huge range of items.

2021
B&W were engaged to plan and manage the relocation of Fidelity Life to their new Fanshawe Street premises. The pure relocation included the re-use of considerable amounts of FF&E which was modified as part of the move. B&W’s scope was increased to include planning the exit of the Carlton Gore Road premises, advising re start up processes to run the new offices and full scheduling and management of the soft fit out.

2021
In addition to planning and management of the relocation of 2 Degrees to their new Fanshawe Street premises, B&W conducted a comprehensive storage review and analysis, managing the reduction of storage. B&W’s scope included planning and managing the full exit and handover of old premises to the Landlord.

2021
Tonkin + Taylor engaged B&W to plan and manage the relocation of approximately 500 staff from their long occupied premises in Carlton Gore Road to Fanshawe Street. In addition to the office move field services stores were relocated to two locations.

2021
Relocation from Grafton to Symonds Street. B&W played a key role in the furniture selection and soft fit out of the new offices.

2021
Relocation from College Hill to the Auckland CBD. B&W played a key role in the furniture selection and soft fit out of the new offices.

2019-2020
Consultancy to schedule the Soft Fit Out Access for Commercial Bay for five key tenants. Commercial Bay (PWC Tower) comprises 39 levels and presents a logistical challenge to populate the building with the FF&E required.

2018-2019
Relocation of Zespri’s offices in Mount Maunganui (approx. 344 staff).

2012-current
Re-stacking of both the Wellington and Auckland buildings to achieve operational efficiencies as defined by the client. B&W engaged to manage relocations in Auckland, Wellington and Hamilton.

2011
B&W managed the relocation of approximately 2000 staff from Wellington CBD locations into the new Willis Street location, followed quickly by a fast track project to relocate approximately 1500 staff within Telecom Place … over one weekend!

2010
Approximately 3500 staff were relocated from 8 or more Auckland CBD locations into the new Telecom Place, including the consolidation of staff into existing buildings.

2022-2023
B&W are planning and managing the relocations and soft fit out aspects for projects in Wellington (1 Willis Street) and Auckland CBD.

2018
Engaged to plan and manage relocation and facility set up (FF&E) in Wellington and Auckland.

2018
Engaged to manage the set up of new accommodation in Auckland, furniture swap outs in current premises and relocations within and between buildings.

2017-2018
Significant relocations and management of the facility readiness of multiple Wellington locations as a result of the Kaikoura earthquake. Temporary premises were occupied until more permanent locations were secured.

2013-2014
Relocation from and subsequent return of approximately 1500 BNZ staff to Harbour Quays as a result of the Wellington earthquake. Staff were temporarily accommodated in 9 CBD locations and planning and execution was fast-tracked.

2013
Relocation of staff into and within 80 Queen Street, which included a shift to flexible working.

2009
BNZ move into 80 Queen Street which included the business critical Dealing Room

2009-2010
Wellington – relocation of approximately 1000 staff from 5 locations. The move included a 320 seat Contact Centre which operates 24 x 7 and the Wellington Dealing Room was relocated in January 2010.

2008
Relocation of approximately 500 staff from 4 locations into Quay Park. The move included a large and business critical Contact Centre.

2018
Initially engaged to manage the relocations, B&W’s role was expanded to include the planning and management of the facility readiness with respect to the new FF&E.

2015-2016
Project Managers for the relocation of Trustpower from locations in Mt Maunganui and Tauranga into their new home in Tauranga

2015-2016
Project Managers for the relocation of approximately NZME staff inclusive of a News room, radio stations and, contact centres between various Auckland locations.

2018
B&W continue to work with Fonterra as required for Workplace and Property Projects, most recently with respect to internal changes at the Fonterra Centre

2015-2016
Engaged as Project Managers for the relocation of approximately 1600 staff into the new Fonterra Centre in Auckland.

2014-2015
Engaged to Project Manage the establishment of an Experience Centre.

2012-2013
Part of the Project Revive (Fonterra Centre Accommodation Refurbishment and Team Relocation) team with a subsequent role providing Facilities Management support.

2022-2023

B&W were been engaged to undertake audits within North Wharf encompassing: working styles, technology, and storage to inform a re-stack. B&W have scheduled and managed the resulting internal relocations.

2013
Engaged to manage the delivery to site and installation of furniture and soft fittings for ASB’s new facility at Wynyard Quarter.

2007
Management of the delivery to site and installation of furniture and soft fittings for approximately 800 staff into the new facility at Smales Farm.

2017
Engaged to manage the delivery to site and installation of furniture and soft fittings for Datacom’s new Auckland Head Office.

2018
Relocation project management and co-ordination of facility readiness tasks for Harrison Grierson’s move to St George’s Bay Road.

2018
The Telegistics project had significant time constraints for their repair service (specialised technical laboratory). The move also included the relocation of significant stocks of components.

2017
Planning for the relocation of Vynco from two Penrose sites to Mt Wellington. Vynco’s move included a warehouse and machinery.

2016
Engaged to manage expansion of space and a re-stack of the Auckland office accommodation.

2016
Engaged to manage expansion of space and a re-stack of the Auckland office accommodation.

2013-2014
Relocation of approx 350 Chorus staff from various locations into State Insurance Tower. B&W managed relocation of existing FF&E, set up of new, communications and more.

2014-2018
Planning and management of relocations, consolidation within existing premises, re-stacks and the full exit of some buildings. Projects have delivered in: Auckland, Wellington, Invercargill, Blenheim, Nelson, Hamilton, Timaru and New Plymouth.

2012
Internal relocation of approximately 300 staff within the Auckland Office.

2010
Relocation of approximately 400 staff from 4 Auckland locations into one CBD location in July 2010.

2007
New furniture install and relocation of 100 staff in Wellington and 80 staff in Auckland.

2006
Relocation of approximately 1035 Air New Zealand staff from four locations to the new Fanshawe Street facility. The move included a business critical 120 seat Contact Centre.

2012
Relocation of 110 Auckland Airport Management staff from the International Terminal into the new Quad 5 premises.

2007
Complex relocation of Actronic’s premises from Penrose to Avondale. The move included heavy machinery, specialised electronic equipment and a component store and warehouse

2007
Logistics planning and management of the relocation of Fliway International, Fliway Transport, Fliway Head Office and UPS from Geoffrey Roberts (Airport) site to a new facility in Mangere.

2006
Development of the project execution plan for the relocation of approximately 1800 staff from many CBD locations into levels 24-37 of Brisbane Square.

2014
Project management of facility readiness and relocation of Christchurch office.

2023
Engaged to plan and relocate AgResearch’s Lincoln facility (multiple laboratories) into a new facility.

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