Richard Bate
Richard Bate is the founder and director of The Project Management Collective Limited (PMC), a New Zealand-based consultancy specialising in client-side project and programme management. With over two decades of experience, Richard has led complex projects across commercial, retail, and residential sectors in New Zealand, Australia, and the UAE.
Originally established in 2003, the company was rebranded in 2023 to reflect its expanded services and collaborative approach. PMC focuses on revitalising New Zealand's built environment, offering expertise in weathertightness remediation, seismic upgrades, and the transformation of underperforming properties into sustainable, high-value investments.
Richard emphasises Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) principles, promoting early stakeholder engagement, shared risk models, and collaborative processes to achieve efficient, high-quality outcomes. His leadership at PMC underscores a commitment to delivering tailored, results-driven solutions that align with each project's unique demands.