David's academic field is in Construction Law and Procurement. He completed doctoral level research in early-contractor involvement (ECI). He has written a range of journal articles, and technical papers, presented at international conferences, and has advised on a number of projects, including a proposed $150 million re-development of Scott Base, Antarctica.

Beginning his career in construction as an apprentice carpenter, David then worked for six years as a Contracts Managers for a large construction company before beginning teaching in 2010. He progressed his studies, completing a National Diploma in Quantity Surveying, a Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying), and Masters of Construction (Construction Law) and PhD in Construction.

David serves on the SCL NZ National Committee, the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NZIQS) National Research Committee. He is the Educational representative on the NZIQS Dunedin Committee and serves on the Research Committee for the College of Engineering, Construction and Living Sciences. David also acts as an NZQA construction degree monitor and has served on NZQA panels for new construction degrees, and has consulted to TANZ eCampus.

Kevin has enjoyed working at the Otago Polytechnic over the last four years. He started as a Technician before progressing to lecturer in January 2010. Kevin has thirty years industry experience and knowledge to pass on. He obtained his teaching certificate in 2011 and lectures in carpentry. He likes working in this interesting and vibrant industry and enjoys getting students skilled and ready for work.