Building trust, clarity and value together.

Our goal is simple: building value together.

We specialise in Quantity Surveying and procurement strategies. We do more than manage costs. We guide your project, encourage collaboration, and keep the numbers clear so everyone stays aligned and the build stays on track.

Clarity in the numbers, confidence in the build.

Contact us today to discuss your project and see how we can help.

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Our Services

Estimating & Cost Planning

Understand your project costs from the start. Using current market rates, we provide realistic preliminary estimates that give you a financial picture, helping you plan with confidence and avoid surprises as your project develops.

Variation & Cost Control

Our goal is to control project costs by managing variations, monitoring budgets regularly, and identifying potential savings, helping you make informed decisions and keeping your project on track without compromising quality.

Tender & Contract Management

We help you put the right team and resources together for your project. We keep budget and goals front of mind, manage risk, and ensure procurement and approvals run smoothly from start to finish.

Project QS Support

We provide tailored Quantity Surveying advice and ongoing support, ensuring every decision is clear and well informed. This includes budgeting, cost planning, and project coordination to keep your project on track and help you achieve the best possible value.

Procurement Advice

We represent your interests throughout the tender and construction process, from contractor selection to contract administration. We ensure obligations are met, risks are managed, and the project runs smoothly, giving you confidence and control at every stage.

Insurance Quotes

We provide accurate rebuild cost estimates and documentation for insurance purposes, as well as support for claims, giving you clear, reliable information to set appropriate cover and move forward with confidence.

About
Our Company

Our Director

Led by Loren Hay, a Senior Quantity Surveyor and Procurement Consultant with over a decade of experience in high-end residential and light commercial projects. Loren has managed a wide range of projects from start to finish, building strong, long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. Known for a hands-on, collaborative approach, Loren combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for teamwork and problem-solving. Outside of work, Loren enjoys team sports, mountain biking, hiking, and exploring new places, activities that inspire the same energy and collaboration applied to every project.

Our Approach

At Built Together, we believe every project is a team effort. We focus on clear communication, collaboration, and providing guidance to help every project reach its full potential. By bringing clients, consultants, contractors, and trades together, we create an environment where shared goals are achieved, trust is built, and value is delivered throughout the process.

Contact Us

loren@builttogether.co.nz
+64 21 1700587

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From Our Clients

  • "In an industry where trust is hard fought, Loren is the trustworthy, highly capable pair of hands you want to have on your team."

    — Todd & Tiffani

  • "Loren was the Project Manager and QS on a recent residential project. Her attention to detail and work ethic is unbeatable."

    — Diarmuid

  • "We are extremely happy with Lorens work and dedication. We truly couldn’t have asked for more from a project manager and would highly recommend her to anyone building a home."

    — Mark

  • "Our experience in working with Loren was second-to-none and we highly recommend others to engage with her for their special projects. "

    — Todd & Tiffani

  • "We’ve had the pleasure of working with Loren at Built Together over the past few years, and she has been outstanding in every aspect of her role as a Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager. "

    — Darryl

  • "Loren went above and beyond her role. We arranged our own plasterer and painter for part of the work outside her company’s scope, and she still took the time to check the work and give us helpful advice regarding the plastering and painting."

    — Mark