Matt Zame was one of our first ever summer interns, joining the Brian Perry Civil team in 1997. He then completed his studies and stayed with BPC for his graduate programme. More than 25 years and many iconic projects later, he’s still thankful for the experience that saw him cut his teeth as a civil engineer.

“I had amazing opportunities to learn on seismic strengthening projects at the Karapiro Dam, Auckland Harbour Bridge and the Newmarket Viaduct before a stint at North Port Phase 1 - Fletcher’s first deep water port project. These complex projects were pioneering for Fletcher into new sectors and new technologies,” he says.

Matt’s now Project Director on the high-profile Eastern Busway being built from Pakūranga to Botany in East Auckland. The project is being delivered by the Eastern Busway Alliance of Fletcher Construction, ACCIONA, AECOM and Jacobs in partnership with Mana Whenua, Auckland Transport, Auckland Council and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.

He says his varied career demonstrates the diverse opportunities available within Fletcher. “As a young graduate, I wouldn’t have foreseen the career ahead of me, but those early years certainly set me up. I learnt how to tackle any challenge with sound engineering, excellent planning and great teamwork.

“I’ve been given so many different opportunities working here and although there have been sacrifices to move around the country a few times, the investment in my development, particularly leadership, has absolutely made it worth it,” he says.