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.
Mark Allan
Managing Director | Surveyor
Mark Allan
Managing Director | Surveyor
As a Registered Professional Surveyor, Mark already has over 35 years’ experience and expertise in urban design, civil works design, civil works construction, project management and land surveying. But as Managing Director of Eliot Sinclair as well, he’s essentially involved in the success of everything we do.
In his role, Mark continues to act as a consultant on certain projects, but he’s also responsible for overseeing the management and governance of our firm. He continues to learn through experience and by participating on several other Boards and Committees, but he’s always been passionate about mentoring people and empowering their success along the way.
Ryan Mulligan
Director | Queenstown Branch Manager
Ryan Mulligan
Director | Queenstown Branch Manager
As the person in charge of Eliot Sinclair’s expansion further south, Ryan’s role as a licenced cadastral surveyor and site engineer in Otago is balanced by his responsibility for procuring new projects across all of our disciplines.
For someone who’s skillset includes everything from topographical and laser scanning surveys, to construction, cadastral and boundary-related work on development projects of every shape and size; it’s a challenge he’s passionately undertaken. Part of what he enjoys so much about it is being able to offer concise, clear communications and solve problems quickly to keep projects moving.
Jerry Schutte
Associate | Regional Operations Manager
Jerry Schutte
Associate | Regional Operations Manager
With a background in surveying that spans over 40 years, Jerry has only spent one of them working somewhere other than Eliot Sinclair. In 1988 he worked as a draughtsperson designing Terminal 5 at Heathrow Airport. Since returning to New Zealand, he’s worked in a number of roles on recognisable projects and developments here with our firm.
Jerry is an expert in topographical surveys, civil engineering works and managing land development projects. One of his career highlights was being part of the team that realised the award-winning Wigram Skies development of 1900 subdivisions; complete with a town centre and business park in Christchurch.
Warren Haynes
Director | Surveyor
Warren Haynes
Director | Surveyor
As one of our firm’s directors, Warren works with our Management Team and the board to set the strategic direction of Eliot Sinclair. As one of our most experienced cadastral surveyors, Warren works closely with our clients and their solicitors to deliver completed developments with an emphasis on service, cost and efficiency.
Working from initial feasibility right through to the delivery of new records of titles, Warren has gained plenty of experience working in heavy construction - both overseas and in New Zealand. He remains calm under pressure and some of his greatest achievements have come amidst tense situations. First, when he was the Chief Surveyor on a large underground oil storage project in Saudi Arabia during the first Gulf War, and second when he contributed to the earthquake rebuild of Christchurch.
Darren Hocken
Director | Surveyor
Darren Hocken
Director | Surveyor
With over 20 years' experience in New Zealand and the UK, Darren brings a wide range of survey skills to projects. He’s an allrounder with specialist skills in subdivision, topographic, construction, monitoring, UAV and earthquake-related-boundary definition surveys.
Darren is passionate about the combination of clear communication, latest technology and fundamental survey skills because he believes they result in superior service and advice. With a wide range of surveying skills and knowledge he ensures projects are carried out in the most effective manner and enjoys passing on these skills to the survey team and graduates.
Andrew Marr
Associate | Surveyor
Andrew Marr
Associate | Surveyor
Andrew has over 20 years’ experience working as a surveyor between New Zealand and the UK. He’s an expert in cadastral/land surveys, land development and construction/engineering surveys; and he’s heavily involved throughout all related aspects of the projects he works on.
As someone who’s qualified to see a project from concept through to completion, Andrew takes pride in undertaking each key aspect; whether it’s topographical surveys at the beginning or land transfer surveys prior to client delivery. With considerable experience in construction overseas - as well as pre and post-quake Canterbury - Andrew knows exactly how to ensure a project is as stress free as possible.
Keith Mills
Associate | Surveyor
Keith Mills
Associate | Surveyor
Keith’s experience in surveying spans over three decades and two countries. Originally from South Africa, he worked in the public and private sector for 14 years before joining Eliot Sinclair in 2003. He’s undertaken a broad range of urban and rural land transfer surveys since; but the full breadth of his skillset also encompasses land development, topographical surveys, the setting out of project works, unit title developments and photogrammetrical control surveys.
Apart from enjoying mentoring the young graduate surveyors, one of his career highlights has being part of the ES team that produced the award-winning Wigram Skies development of 1900 subdivisions; complete with a town centre and business park in Christchurch
Ladi Smetana
Surveyor
Ladi Smetana
Surveyor
Greg McKeever
Principal | Nelson Branch Manager | Subdivision Engineer
Greg McKeever
Principal | Nelson Branch Manager | Subdivision Engineer
Liam Jagvik
Director | Surveyor
Liam Jagvik
Director | Surveyor
A Licensed Cadastral Surveyor, Liam specialises in residential, commercial and multi-unit land development projects, with a special interest in hydrographic surveying. As one of our leading project managers, his expertise guides clients through financial viability, engineering design, consenting, construction and contract management.
Joining Eliot Sinclair straight out of university, Liam has spent the past 11 years growing his career and developing his skills within the company. Liam thrives on the diverse and evolving nature of land development. He finds satisfaction in tackling complex projects and working closely with clients to achieve their vision. Passionate about mentorship, Liam enjoys fostering growth within his team, inspired by the supportive environment at Eliot Sinclair.
Jono Renwick
Principal | Surveyor
Jono Renwick
Principal | Surveyor
Roger Claessens
Survey Technician
Roger Claessens
Survey Technician
Rick Paulsen
Survey Technician
Rick Paulsen
Survey Technician
Lynda Watson
Surveyor
Lynda Watson
Surveyor
As a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor, Lynda brings over three decades of experience to the Hokitika office. After moving to Hokitika on a temporary transfer in the early 90’s, Lynda has been involved in survey projects across the West Coast region and knows there still are plenty of areas left for her to explore.
Working with a broad range of clients, Lynda specialises in sub-division and land use consent applications. She oversees projects from concept through to completion and takes pride in helping her clients develop their land. With Lynda’s involvement in the working group to develop the new cadastral survey roles and her relationships with local groups and landowners she ensures a client’s project runs effortlessly.
Rory Turner
Survey Technician
Rory Turner
Survey Technician
Shannon Hopkins
Survey Technician
