Chris started his professional life as a carpenter, completing eighteen years in the commercial and residential fields before retraining as a Quantity Surveyor.
Chris joined Amalgamated Builders Limited (ABL) in early 2001 and quickly worked his way up to the position of Senior Quantity Surveyor, aided by his practical experience.
In 2018 Chris took over the role of Otago General Manager
Some of Chris' significant projects beyond those detailed below include:
Chris Dowall in the News
Chris Dowall's Projects
St Patricks Basilica Redevelopment
Careful restoration and structural upgrade to a heritage listed building
Countdown Mosgiel
Structure, Fit out, Storm Water System, Services & Carparks
Taieri College Block A Redevelopment
Construction of three standalone buildings; an administration block, a library and a classroom / science laboratory
Dunedin Town Hall Redevelopment
Upgrade & Strengthening of an iconic historical building in Dunedin
Gardens New World Redevelopment
Extensive new extensions & upgrades completed while existing mall operators and supermarket remained operational at all times.
Bayfield High School Gymnasium
Top-Grade sprung wooden floor in a full size new gymnasium.
Regent Theatre Redevelopment
Upgrade to the services & interior of the theatre building, everything except the hall & stage itself
Parker Residence
Oamaru stone & recycled brickwork home on structural steel & timber framing
Arana Hall
28 bedroom room 4 storey accommodation block built on the side of a hill finishing at the end of January ready for students.
University Oval Redevelopment
Total rebuild of a historic grandstand & new buildings, while retaining the historic facade
Moana Pool Gymnasium Extension
Large extension built while maintaining continued regular use of the existing facilities