About Civil Services

Building Confidence Through Better Engineering
At Civil Services (HB) Ltd, we believe engineering is about solving problems before they become obstacles.

Since 1995, Civil Services (HB) Ltd has helped developers, councils, contractors, architects, builders and private clients deliver successful projects throughout Hawke’s Bay and across New Zealand.

As a multidisciplinary consultancy, we bring together civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, engineering surveying, project management and IANZ-accredited quality assurance testing under one roof. By combining these specialist services, we simplify the construction process, improve communication and help projects move efficiently from concept through to completion.

Whether you’re planning a residential subdivision, commercial development, infrastructure upgrade, retaining wall, building platform or major civil works project, our experienced team can provide the technical advice, design and construction support you need.

Talk to our team today to discuss your project and discover how we can help.

Meet the Experts Behind Every Successful Project
By combining decades of industry experience with local knowledge and modern technology, we help clients navigate every stage of their projects with confidence from initial planning through to successful completion.

Our integrated services include:

Experienced Civil Engineers

Geotechnical Specialists

Licensed Surveyors

Project & Contract Managers

IANZ Testing Professionals

Meet the Experts Behind Every Successful Project

Meet the experienced professionals behind our work. Our team brings together technical expertise, industry knowledge, and a commitment to delivering successful outcomes for every project.

Brendan holds 10+ years of professional knowledge, including skill sets encompassing various areas, including civil engineering design and modelling, geometric design, soil and rock logging and testing, survey set-out (both topographical and as-built), CAD drafting, and construction management. His proficiency in these domains ensures that he brings a comprehensive and well-rounded approach to each project he undertakes. Brendan’s wealth of experience and involvement in these projects attests to his expertise and ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in various civil engineering endeavours.

Brendan Nikolaison

Managing Director/Senior Civil Engineer

Elwyn’s background is in physics and electrical/electronic engineering, and he has since brought his technical expertise and attention to detail to a wide range of civil engineering and surveying roles over the last 20 years. His skill range includes civil design, engineering surveying, drawing production, data management, and quality testing. His thorough approach contributes significantly to any project, from small earthwork sites to major public infrastructure. While primarily involved in projects in Hawkes Bay, he has worked on projects in New Zealand from Waikato to Wairarapa, and as far afield as Fiji and Micronesia.

Elwyn Smith

Director/ Senior Engineer BE PhD

Niels has 30+ years of civil engineering and construction experience, assisting developers, contractors, government (central and local), and other clients in building their projects. His extensive project management & contract knowledge covers earthworks, 3 waters, pavement construction, and contract liaison helping to deliver large and small projects to a high standard. With his excellent problem-solving skills, he has successfully managed projects which have not been attempted previously.

Niels is a team player who can lead a team to success.

Niels Nikolaison

Director/Senior Project Manager

From South Africa, Marius has 24 years of mining and 5 years of civil and construction survey experience in New Zealand, liaising with clients and other professionals on surveying and development projects. Managing a range of projects from the planning stage to completion. Utilizing a variety of survey techniques, such as drone surveying and GPS in conjunction with conventional surveying methods, he provides high-quality work. With his experience in CAD drafting with 12d model and Civil 3d, he can provide various survey plans

Marius Van Zyl

Senior Surveyor

Nate has 10+ years of experience in welding and fabrication in the agricultural sector, specialising in MIG welding. Nate also has 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering Nate has completed a Nuclear Density Meter Training course. Their primary roles are on-site quality assurance and laboratory management and testing.

Nate Galey

Engineering Technican

Mike has 2 years of experience in civil construction, project management and quality assurance. Mike has been a key member in the construction of roads, parks and other civil construction projects, allowing a keen eye for details and constructability. Mike excels at in-situ field testing and laboratory quality assurance.

Mike Rewi

Engineering Technican

Angie brings a wealth of administration experience across a wide range of industries, so there’s very little she hasn’t seen or handled. Warm, dependable and wonderfully organised, she has a natural gift for looking after people, something she’s demonstrated over the past 10 years supporting more than 40 international students. A qualified beauty therapist by background, Angie thrives in a busy environment and hits the ground running wherever she goes. She’s already earned the title of Office Mum, and with her baking skills on hand, it’s easy to see why — the office kitchen may never be the same again! We’re delighted to welcome her to the Civil Services HB team.

Angela Carson

Office Administrator

After 6 years in geotechnical consultancy, Andrei made the move into civil engineering at the start of 2026, which is either a bold career pivot or simply a man who got tired of only looking at what’s underground. Andrei holds a Civil Engineering Diploma from the Southern Institute of Technology and is currently completing a Bachelor of Engineering Technology through Open Polytechnic, continuing to build on a strong technical foundation. His geotechnical background gives him a practical understanding of ground conditions, earthworks, and soil behaviour that complements the broader civil engineering and MSQA work carried out at Civil Services. He brings a grounded, methodical approach to every project.

Andrei Kostylev

NZDE (Civil) MEngNZ – Civil Engineer

With over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry as a Production Coordinator, alongside 2 years working in a smelter environment, Michael brings a strong background in process-driven industries, operational coordination, and problem-solving to his role as an Engineering Technician. His experience working in highly regulated and safety-focused environments has developed his attention to detail, technical understanding, and ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Michael Mills

Engineering Technician
Josh is a Senior Civil Engineer with eight years’ experience in land development, supporting subdivision and infrastructure projects from feasibility and concept development through detailed design, contract, and project management. A former professional rugby player, Josh brings strong teamwork, communication, discipline, and resilience to his engineering work, along with a practical, detail-driven approach focused on delivering reliable, efficient solutions grounded in real-world construction experience.

Josh Kaifa

Senior Civil Engineer

I am a practical, solutions-focused Site Engineer and Project Manager with over three and a half years of experience delivering civil infrastructure projects across Hawke’s Bay and the East Coast. Previously employed by Constructive Consulting and now with Civil Services, I have built a strong reputation for leading complex earthworks, environmental remediation, and infrastructure recovery projects in challenging and demanding environments.

My expertise combines hands-on site leadership with effective project management, enabling me to successfully coordinate technical delivery, contractor performance, safety, and stakeholder engagement. I thrive in operationally complex settings where practical problem-solving and strong communication are essential to achieving project outcomes.

Rob Hulman

Project Manager
What Our Clients Say
Whether you’re planning a new subdivision, preparing a building platform, managing civil construction or needing engineering advice, our team has the expertise to help.

Let’s Discuss Your Project

Every successful project starts with the right advice.

Whether you’re still exploring options or ready to begin construction, we’d be happy to discuss your requirements and recommend the most practical path forward.

Contact Civil Services (HB) Ltd today to speak with one of our experienced engineers or project specialists.

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