Our Team

We collaborate, merge ideas, and challenge the status quo to ultimately create and deliver better communities. 

Our diverse teams of planners, engineers, surveyors, urban designers, and urban architects are uniquely positioned to offer a range of perspectives and skills for any project. Our holistic approach to land development considers the needs and goals of both our partners, clients, and the community, resulting in better outcomes for everyone. Find out more about our specialists and professionals below.

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    Brian Flood

    GM Major Projects Infrastructure / Director

    Brian has been an Associate of Woods since 2008 with 30 years of professional experience as a civil engineer. He has worked on a wide variety of master-planned developments and infrastructure projects throughout New Zealand, China, and Europe.

    He is frequently sought for complex multi-disciplinary projects.

    Brian specialises in the delivery of site and route selection for a range of infrastructure, energy, and utility projects, providing integrated design solutions and mitigation strategies in both urban and rural locations. He is also an experienced and recognised expert witness, presenting evidence before the council, the Environment Court, and the Board of Inquiry hearings.

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    Bruce Anderson

    Chairperson

    Bruce was appointed as a director of Woods in December 2021 and now chairs the board. He has a broad background starting with 11 years in the New Zealand Army, mainly as a Combat Engineer/Instructor. After leaving the Army, he went on to do a PhD in Economic Geology studying copper deposits in northern Western Australia. On returning to New Zealand, Bruce worked in the public sector in health and maritime.

    For the last ten years, Bruce has run a successful consultancy practice working with clients to resolve complex policy issues, design and implementation of pragmatic solutions, and the negotiation and resolution of challenging situations. The areas of speciality include governance; government, not-for-profit, and private sector strategy development; operational policy; and business/organisational development.

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    Daniel Williams

    Independent Director

    Daniel has been a Director of Woods for over 25 years and was Managing Director for over 15 of them. He has over 30 years of professional experience as a surveyor with involvement in a broad range of projects, including master-planned communities, large infrastructure builds, and commercial developments throughout New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. Daniel enjoys the interaction with clients in the investigation and commencement of large projects and can see the bigger picture of development opportunities. He has successfully overseen the growth of the company to its current size through the use of technology and high performing staff.

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    David Kidd

    CEO

    David has over 25 years leadership experience in professional and financial services – both in New Zealand and overseas.  He has deep expertise in strategy, business development, marketing and operations – as well as working with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.  Known for being a creative and collaborative leader, David focuses on getting the best of out of people and delivering exceptional experiences for clients.

    David loves helping businesses to stand out and grow sustainably. He’s passionate about the critical role land and infrastructure development plays in creating inclusive sustainable communities where people can live, work and play.

    Prior to joining Woods, David was on the Executive of WSP New Zealand for five years as Director Client Experience and Strategic Advisory.

    A Kiwi citizen by choice, David has lived in New Zealand for over 20 years and has four kids aged 11 to 17.  Outside of work David’s interests reflect his Scottish/Kiwi heritage – golf, whisky and spending time in our beautiful Aotearoa.  David holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Political Studies from Leeds University, UK.

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    Mark Cochran

    GM South Island / Director

    Responsible for Woods’ South Island operation, Mark is a surveyor and engineer with over 25 years of experience in the Land Development industry.

    He is renowned for his work on a broad spectrum of design, planning, and surveying projects (infrastructure, commercial and residential) for both public and private sector clients. Mark has led several small to large-scale land development projects and enjoys the challenge of delivering a quality finished product for our clients and the community.

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    Mark Williams

    GM Major Projects Land Development / Director

    As a Director, Mark has a responsibility to do the right thing — for both Woods’ clients and staff.

    Since graduating in 1986, he has specialised in land development, an industry that has changed a great deal over the years.

    The most significant driver for Mark is that the work Woods undertakes results in places people want to live. So, to him, it is vital this ‘end game’ is always to the fore. Teaming this aspiration with the goals of a broad client base is a rewarding challenge that has kept Mark invigorated throughout his career.

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    Amy

    GM Commercial & Operations

    Amy has a strong, cross-functional career history, working across, human resources, financial performance, operations, risk management, and analytics at organisations such as Auckland Council, Manukau District Health Board, and New Zealand Football.

    Amy prides herself as being an enabler, an influencer, and a boundary spanner – working on collaborations and projects, needing to bring skills and experience from different backgrounds together to work effectively, and using analytics and insights to drive decision-making, direction, and purpose.

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    Clare

    Senior Leadership & Board Support Executive

    Clare supports the senior leadership and the board with operational and administrative support. She is a very versatile member of Woods, having worked on multi-million dollar projects across New Zealand, where her skills in planning and executing strategies, systems, and processes are invaluable. She also coordinates, plans and manages strategic projects and provides critical administrative support when required.

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    Donna

    Office Manager

    Donna heads our administration team and works with the four directors to ensure the smooth management of the company in both the Auckland and Christchurch offices. She has vast experience in all reporting functions, payroll, and various financials for the company. Donna is critical in coordinating the multitude of tasks required to keep Woods running like a well-oiled machine. Works with the senior management team and HR to help with continuous improvement initiatives, coordinates social events, oversees the general office facilities, and works closely with the H&S Manager to ensure systems and processes are up to date and adhered to.

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    Richard

    Health & Safety Manager

    Richard is an outcome-focused health and safety professional and is a strong advocate of care before compliance.

    His background includes regulatory compliance and standards development in central government and supporting construction contractor management and events management in local government. Across his years of experience, he has developed an understanding of client capacity and the need to meet health and safety duties.

    Richard believes health and safety should enable operational performance through good leadership, involving people in health and safety processes, and focusing on practical precautions to protect people from harm.