Team
The force behind our success
We are problem solvers who think outside the box to find a better answer. We take in the big picture and apply a high level of due diligence upfront to deliver watertight solutions, a smooth process and successful outcome.
Emily Lawrence
Resource Management Planner
Emily Lawrence
Resource Management Planner
A passion for connecting people, places, and possibilities drives Emily’ work as a planner. With years of experience inside local government and now on the consultancy side, she thrives on acting as the “translator” between clients, councils, and other stakeholders. Her goal is to help visions take shape while balancing practical requirements and environmental outcomes.
Based in Nelson, she is focused on supporting the region’s growth and strengthening community relationships including with local councils. Creativity, problem-solving, integrity, and environmental stewardship guide her approach. Away from her desk, Emily can be found hiking, biking, or kayaking, often drawing fresh ideas from the landscapes she explores. For her, planning is more than a career, it is a way to help create places where people can truly thrive.
Sophie Stuart
CAD Draftsperson
Sophie Stuart
CAD Draftsperson
Peter Wilson
Resource Management Planner
Peter Wilson
Resource Management Planner
Peter brings 20 years of planning experience to Eliot Sinclair, with a career spanning NGOs, central and local government, and private consultancy. His expertise covers everything from complex Environment Court cases to securing a 30-year residential land supply in the Waimakariri District.
At Eliot Sinclair, Peter splits his time between guiding clients through planning challenges and identifying future land development opportunities. He’s passionate about ethical, solutions-focused planning and tailoring his approach to suit each client’s needs. Beyond work, Peter enjoys tramping, skiing and biking with his family, and brings fresh thinking to projects through his interest in software development.