Celebrating 65 Years

Derek Stevens bending steel reinforcing for a new project.

Our story is one of humble beginnings, hard work, great people and innovative thinking that continues to shape who we are today. The origins of DStevens date back to early 1955 when the company was founded by the late Derek Stevens in the Christchurch suburb of Cashmere. Derek and his family relocated to Gisborne in 1966 to establish DStevens as a premier construction company, both locally and nationally. 

This month, we're celebrating 65 years of construction. Over the last six and a half decades, we have been privileged to work on many remarkable projects that helped shape our community. DStevens’ projects are the culmination of input from a great number of people – including architects, designers, contractors, joiners, subcontractors, artists and many more – all working together to create innovative and high-quality solutions for our clients.

We want to thank every single person who has been involved with DStevens over the years. Your passion and commitment in our work together is inspiring. Thank you also to our clients who have trusted us to bring their vision to life – we couldn't do it without you and your support.