Better together: RoadLab + GHD

RoadLab + GHD

Better together: RoadLab joins GHD
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GHD has joined forces with RoadLab, a New Zealand-based transport consultancy, integrating specialist bridge and road design expertise into our team to strengthen our transport capability and local presence across Aotearoa New Zealand. 

Stronger capability, smarter transport outcomes

GHD has joined forces with RoadLab, a New Zealand-based transport consultancy, integrating specialist bridge and road design expertise into our team to strengthen our transport capability and local presence across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Bringing together RoadLab’s technical experience and strong client relationships with GHD’s established, multidisciplinary capability is a positive step forward, adding greater depth and flexibility to support complex transport infrastructure projects across the country and wider Asia-Pacific region.

What this means for our clients

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Project reference: New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, SH3 Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatū Tararua Highway
The strength of this integration is built on what RoadLab already does well and connecting that expertise more broadly across GHD:
Insight
RoadLab specialises in bridge and road design, having worked on some of the most significant transportation projects across Aotearoa. Together, we bring technical skill, energy and innovation to our work, delivering infrastructure that is cost‑effective, practical to build, visually considered and provides safe, reliable outcomes for clients and communities.
Delivery
Supported by GHD’s scale, systems and local knowledge, our integrated team works closely across planning, design and construction. Our focus remains on practical solutions that stand up in real-world conditions, with clear thinking, strong collaboration and attention to what matters most for each project.
Capability
RoadLab’s specialist bridge and road design capability now sits within GHD’s transport group, making it easier to access the right skills at the right time, without adding layers of unnecessary complexity. 
Results
With stronger capability, our approach is shaped by experience on complex transport infrastructure projects, together we can deliver outcomes that clients trust.

What you can expect

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  • Road and structures capability integrated directly into project delivery teams
  • Faster connections to the right disciplines at the right time
  • Fewer handovers, smoother transitions from planning and design to construction
  • Solutions designed for real-world conditions

One team. One approach.

RoadLab and GHD share a common commitment to collaboration, accountability and doing work that stands up in practice. As one unified team, we’re better able to strengthen connections and create an environment where experience and ideas can be shared more freely.

Whether you’re planning a new project, reviewing existing assets or managing risk, our team is ready to help you deliver better outcomes.

Let’s build what’s next and enjoy the journey together. 

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Together, RoadLab and GHD bring the best of both worlds. We work hard so projects run smoothly and the journey is an enjoyable one, from design through to delivery.
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Our people

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Carey Morris

Market Lead – Transport, New Zealand Pacific | Principal
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Meagan Stewart

Technical Director – Civil
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Al Monro

Commercial Manager, New Zealand | Principal
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Peter Lipscombe

Senior Technical Director – Structural
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Theresa Wells

Relationship Manager – Waka Kotahi | Principal
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Noel Tunnicliffe

Technical Director - Engineering Specialist