CST PROJECT SUPPORT

Providing professional project support and opportunities for people and places

Welcome to CST Project Support

We provide expert consultancy services for your project needs. Let us be your trusted advisors in project management and community initiatives. CST Project Support Limited is a newly registered Business Consultant Service, established in May 2024. Directors Craig Christie and Kristy Northcroft are leveraging their combined experience to address the needs of people and communities across Aotearoa New Zealand through project management and educational initiatives.

Founding Director Craig (Craig Stewart Thomas) has had the privilege of collaborating with and learning from influential mentors who have shared invaluable insights into our world. This experience has inspired him to advocate safe working and living environments while understanding the diverse perspectives of those we serve.

With Kristy's background in primary education and experience with community organisations, marae, and schools at various levels, CST Project Support is well-equipped to provide project and programme support that aligns with the learning aspirations of the communities we engage with.

In loving memory of Gary Caulfield, Hupa James Maniapoto and Gordon Christie.
Waihoa i te toipoto, kaua i te toiroa
Let us keep close together, not far apart

What we provide

Project Support

Construction Management and Delivery

Founded by industry veteran Craig Christie, this newly registered business consultancy is setting itself apart by providing a wide range of construction management services to support communities across Aotearoa.

Marae Development

Marae hold significant cultural and communal importance in Māori society, serving as spaces for gatherings, ceremonies, and cultural preservation.

CST Project Support provides technical guidance and expertise on client safety, upholding the highest standards of integrity from project planning to delivery.

Wellbeing and Environmental Management

Whether you're embarking on a construction project, launching a community initiative, or seeking support for environmental management, CST Project Support is equipped to provide expert solutions that meet and exceed your expectations.

Stakeholder Engagement

Collaboration is key to success, and we prioritise working together to establish meaningful partnerships. By engaging with local, regional, and national authorities, as well as whānau, hapū, and iwi groups, we create a strong network of support. Our relationships extend to contractors, suppliers, funding providers, and compliance agencies, ensuring a comprehensive approach to our collective goals. Together, we can achieve impactful outcomes for our communities.

Programme Support

Community Support and Education Initiatives

Welcome to CST Programme Support, where our team of professionals are dedicated to providing strategic solutions that foster growth and success. We focus on Community Support and Education Initiatives, ensuring that learners of all ages have access to alternative education opportunities. In response to the growing demand for such options, we develop tailored learning in collaboration with subject matter experts. Our comprehensive services include engagement, programme development, facilitation, and training support to meet the diverse needs of tamariki, rangatahi, educators, and community organisations.

Introducing our Directors

Craig Christie

Project Advisor

Business Excellence New Zealand / Australia

Craig brings over 32 years of experience in operations, management, training, auditing, and logistics. He recognizes the long-term value for clients in providing expert support throughout a project's lifecycle, from initial client engagement and understanding their vision to early contractor involvement in design and delivery. Having previously served as an advisor in Business Excellence, Craig understands the crucial role of ensuring safety for people and the environment during project execution, while promoting the health, safety, and well-being of stakeholders. With exemplary global qualifications as a Lead Auditor (ISO Standards) across Australasia, CST Project Support delivers technical guidance on client safety for both internal and external customers, ensuring integrity throughout planning, processes, and project delivery.

Kristy Northcroft

Programme Advisor

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Ngāti Tūwharetoa

Kristy brings a wealth of experience in educating tamariki, rangatahi, and kaiako, offering unique alternative education opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. This is evident in the thousands of learners she has impacted, including her professional development work on the Floating Classroom programme, which she created in 2019. Furthermore, Kristy plays a key role in planning and delivering impactful programmes and initiatives that enhances confidence, culture, and identity, while upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi to promote Māori success and address inequality. Her expertise and professionalism shine through as she collaborates with subject matter experts to meet learners' needs. In addition to her educational talents, Kristy also excels in brand management and graphic design, and we are excited to incorporate her skills alongside our administrative services.

Our Vision and Values

Provide professional project support and opportunities for people and places

Manaakitanga

Supporting your project with respect, care and integrity

Whanaungatanga

Working together and establishing meaningful relationships

Tiakitanga

Prioritise the wellbeing, safety and protection of people and places

Our Mission

Listening to the vision

Supporting the aspirational journey of whānau, hapū, iwi and community

Evidenced based and risk averse

All decisions are made based on evidence and gathering information to mitigate environmental, cultural, financial and social risks that impact the mana of people and places

Meaningful engagement

Achieve or exceed mutual objectives with all stakeholders

"It's been an absolute pleasure to work with you in your role at XLam. You are an exceptional leader and have a huge amount of knowledge to share.

Dr Manuel Seidel
ecoPortal CEO