Specialists in interiors

We bring the practical and technical construction expertise needed to realise high-performing interiors across the education, workplace and healthcare sectors.

Practec are leaders in interior fitouts in Auckland. For over 25 years, we’ve worked with public and private organisations to bring project visions to life. We understand not just what designers and clients want to do, but also why they want to do it. Then we make it happen – on time and within budget. Keeping pace with continually evolving building technologies and materials, we ensure our clients stay ahead of new products, systems and building legislation.

Why Practec?

Excellent technical solutions

We are called Practec for a reason. Our team meets complex design briefs with extensive technical knowledge and a practical, solutions-focused approach. We work closely and collaboratively with project partners. We are agile and responsive, and manage any changes and challenges to minimise impact on cost and programme.

Interiors that function optimally

Understanding design intent is key to a great outcome. We look at the project from all perspectives, considering aesthetics, layout, services and construction, as well as operational needs. We work with designers and clients to perfect details. Our thorough processes create operational efficiencies and – importantly – minimise disruption during construction.

Every project is a partnership

We find the best results come from great working relationships with everyone involved in the project. We are open and honest, and good communicators. We’ll tell you quickly if there is an issue ahead, and we will respond quickly and confidently. Our clients know we are 100% invested in their project, and we understand the trust they’ve placed in us to deliver.

Services and Sectors

SERVICES

Project budgets
Cost estimates
Value engineering
Value management
Project management
Early contractor involvement (ECI)
Construction: new fitout
Construction: alterations
Construction: refurbishment
Construction: lease reinstatement

SECTORS

Healthcare fitout
Education fitout
Workplace fitout

CONTRACT TYPES

Traditional tender
P&G + margin
Cost +
Negotiated

The Practec story

Auckland in the late 90’s was a time when new technologies, building systems and compliance needs were rapidly evolving. Interior fitouts became more technically challenging for building contractors, and a gap emerged between the architect’s creative vision and the construction solution.

We became interpreters of both the technical literature and design. Bringing the two elements together with a practical approach and extensive technical expertise that became – Practec.

Today, building technologies and materials continue to evolve. And we keep pace. We use skilled trades and resources delivering current best practice, with every solution carefully attuned to each project and each sector. We engage deeply to understand the architect’s and client’s vision, so that even the finest details are considered to ensure a high-performing interior.

Testimonial

‘I have worked with Practec on numerous healthcare and tertiary education projects. At all times Practec have demonstrated a high level of competence in the most technical environments, are always personable, and have the project’s best interests at the forefront of all decision making.’

Ian Woods, Director – Bluewater Project Management

Our People

Stephen Davies

DIRECTOR
Stephen leads the delivery team to ensure a client’s design vision is achieved within agreed timelines. His specialty is detail resolution, applying a level of focus and accurate workmanship that he developed during his time in engineering pattern-making and refined over more than 35 years in bespoke fitouts.
Practec is frequently asked to tackle challenging projects that other contractors would shy away from. Stephen believes this is driven by the team’s deep technical expertise, ability to think outside the box and natural desire to deliver the best possible outcome for clients.
Going above and beyond normal expectations is a trait Stephen has applied throughout his career and now role-models as a business owner. It is also why clients across the construction sector return to Practec for their next complex fitout.
Fearghus Edwards

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Fearghus works closely with our clients to deliver complex fitouts, from initial planning, procurement and construction to contract delivery, compliance and completion. His carpentry and joinery background provides a solid foundation for managing and mentoring a multi-talented team of construction specialists to ensure projects are delivered on time and exceed expectations.
Identifying issues and implications at an early stage and responding with a detailed and timely solution is where Fearghus excels. Tight timelines, site constraints, and unexpected or additional requirements are the day-to-day scheduling challenges he relishes, often coordinating work down to the hour.
Fearghus prides himself on developing honest and collaborative relationships with clients, building trust with his focus on the end-user requirements and well-functioning spaces.
Steven Fielding

SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
A specialist in value engineering, Steven uses his contractor network, product knowledge and fitout experience to ensure a client’s project remains viable and on budget. He offers alternative solutions where it makes commercial sense and provides an advantage to the client, without sacrificing quality or design outcomes.
Steven’s influence is felt throughout the lifecycle of a fitout, from measuring and quantifying new tender documents to contract administration and procurement of contractors and specialist materials. His budget estimating skills are called upon to assist clients who have incomplete plans or constrained projects.
Forecasting and regular cost reporting is also a critical part of Steven’s role, ensuring clients know where their budget is sitting. He is methodical and approachable, and a valuable sounding board for both clients and colleagues.