Watts & Hughes Construction has been part of New Zealand’s building industry for over 40 years, evolving from a small, hands-on operation into a nationally recognised company.

Founded in 1984 by its founding principals, including Craig Watts, whose leadership and commitment to quality helped shape the company’s early direction. From the outset, Watts & Hughes was built on a clear vision: delivering high-quality projects through trust, reliability, and strong relationships. Early success came from a steady stream of commercial and industrial work, with a focus on collaboration, craftsmanship, and sustainable growth rather than rapid expansion.

By the early 2000s, Watts & Hughes had expanded across multiple regions and broadened its services, formalising its structure to support continued growth. It went on to diversify its portfolio across commercial, industrial, residential, and public sectors, developing particular strength in design and build delivery.

Today, Watts & Hughes operates nationwide as a multi-regional construction company. While it has grown in scale, it remains grounded in its founding principles, quality, strong partnerships, and a commitment to doing things right.