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Built With

Pride

Our Company

Leighs was founded in 1995 with the vision for a construction and project delivery company built with integrity.

Now with over three decades of experience, our dedicated and growing team has a proud history of executing diverse projects, from civil buildings to multi-million dollar workspaces, throughout New Zealand, the wider Pacific, and even Antarctica.

2025

Leighs achieved ISO 9001 certification in 2025, completing the ISO trifecta alongside ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. This milestone recognises the strength of our integrated systems and our commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability.

We believe our true difference lies in the values we hold and our commitment to them. From our independent board, the education and training of our staff, the team processes that streamline our work, to our enduring client partnerships and the projects they inspire, we regard every aspect of operations as an opportunity to aspire to and demonstrate excellence.

As a proud New Zealand-owned and operated business, we’re deeply connected to our work. With teams comprised of industry professionals, both local and from further afield, we’re passionate about developing New Zealand’s infrastructure, strengthening local communities by providing secure and enduring employment opportunities, and leaving a lasting legacy of safe structures for future generations.

To learn more about our projects, people and capabilities, download our 2023 Annual Review.

What We Do

Secure Facilities

Construction in defence, justice, and high-security settings demands precision, controlled access, and absolute reliability — areas we know well.

Aviation Infrastructure

Airports rely on safe, uninterrupted operations. Our aviation work supports terminals, airside facilities, and critical airport infrastructure.

Commercial Buildings

Commercial spaces need to function well and last long-term. We create practical, durable buildings that support business and community needs.

Education Sector

We deliver new classrooms, specialist spaces, and major school upgrades, planned around school rhythms to keep teaching and learning running safely.

Heritage Buildings

Heritage projects call for a careful balance of modern engineering and respect for original structure — work our team is experienced in.

Healthcare Sector

Leighs delivers complex healthcare projects, from new clinical spaces to major redevelopments, with a focus on safety, reliable services, and keeping hospitals running.

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Canterbury Museum

Christchurch

Leighs is redeveloping Canterbury Museum, preserving heritage while adding modern spaces, seismic upgrades, and new exhibition areas, creating a world-class museum connecting history with the future.

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Burnham Regional Supply Facility

Burnham

A 10,000m² logistics hub supporting critical defence supply, storage, and distribution functions. Due for completion in 2027.

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New East Wing Building - Taranaki Base Hospital

Taranaki

Under construction for Taranaki Base Hospital, this six-storey 5-Green Star public hospital wing is due for completion in 2026.

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Wai-Ora Medical School - University of Otago

Christchurch

Wai-Ora is a six-storey, sustainable building for the University of Otago. Targeting 5-Star Green Star, it features mixed-use facilities, complex services, and is due for completion in 2026.

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Nutritech Manufacturing and Distribution Facility

Auckland

A new Nutritech manufacturing and distribution facility at Drury Crossing, creating a modern production and logistics hub to support animal nutrition manufacturing. Due for completion in 2027.

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211 High Street, Christchurch

Christchurch

An innovative mass timber office building in Christchurch CBD, featuring a curved glass façade, open atrium, green wall, and energy-efficient design, due for completion in 2026.

A Few Of Our Current Projects

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