About Us
Commbuild Property Ltd is a small enterprise primarily set up to fill a space in the market designing and building bespoke commercial property in Manawatu.
It became apparent very soon after Commbuild commenced its operation, that most of our clients wanted an even more comprehensive and complete package; effectively wanting turn-key packages, whereby we provide the land, design and build the facility, and most importantly, provide the monetary funding through to completion. At completion, following issue of the Code Compliance Certificate, these clients can easily obtain the necessary mortgage funding and take possession of the facility.
We are not land developers, but as is the case at The Cutting Way on Railway Road, some surplus land from completing the project was left available. Therefore, we have the ability to work with new clients, either wanting to tenant a new build or own their own property, on completion on those additional sites.
We make no secret of the fact that our builds are deliberately set at the upper end, cost wise, whereby the ongoing maintenance costs are reduced. Any build can be repurposed should that be required at some stage in the future, and especially so a client’s exact needs can be accommodated without compromise.
Commbuild engages architects and engineers at the outset of any project to ensure that every dollar and minute of time is adding value to the project. Prospective clients are expected to contribute to this initial investment, refundable into the project when it proceeds. This upfront transparency provides Commbuild the opportunity to establish a strong working relationship with genuine progressive clients.
Who we are
Shane O'Brien
Shane is the Managing Director of Colspec Construction Ltd, involved mainly in financial management and governance roles within the business. Having been involved in the building industry for some 46 years overall, Shane set up the Colspec group 39 years ago and continues to be an integral part of the business today. Careful and considered succession planning has meant that Colspec has remained vibrant, and its business focus has been sharpened by new ideas and technology introduced through that process.
Shane is an active Angel Investor, and is a Board member of two start-up local businesses, involved in the bio-tech space, as well as a Directorship of the over-arching angel investment company. Mentoring, and the passing on of his experience is what keeps Shane young at heart and motivated to keep pushing the envelope, for efficiency and sustainability in each business venture that he is involved in.
Mike Creed
Mike is a co-founder and director of Morrison Creed – Business Advisors & Chartered Accountants, he is a Chartered Accountant and has been involved in the accounting industry since 1993. Mike’s role is primarily a Business Coach to a number of his clients, assisting them to achieve the results they desire. He has experience in succession planning, business structures and also has a passion for the property industry, providing tax and structure advice to clients involved with Property Development. Mike is a member of the Manawatu Investment Group (MIG), a group of Angel Investors who primarily invest in local start-up businesses. He was a member of the investment committee for the MIG 1 Fund. Since the inception of Innovate, Mike has been involved as a mentor and in 2018 he was a judge. Mike sees this as a very rewarding and enjoyable way to give back to the business community and future business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Hamish O'Brien
Hamish is a Director and General Manager of Colspec Construction Ltd. A qualified Quantity Surveyor by profession, Hamish worked his way through the ranks since starting employment with Colspec in 2006. Whilst the construction sector is a challenging industry with its many facets, the ever changing environment, and conundrums faced, ensures the role Hamish has within the company, is never mundane.
Hamish’s main responsibilities within the business include day-to-day management, Human Resource management, project procurement, work programming and cost management. Hamish has been instrumental in challenging the current thought patterns of many commercial construction companies, by working with Colspec’s clients and consultants, to look for a more sustainable business model. Having honed his leadership skills by working with, and listening to, other respected members of the construction industry, Hamish has worked to build a unique business model that has brought about new successes for the Colspec Group in recent years.