Experience does matter As one of New Zealand's largest privately-owned property, construction and infrastructure groups our passion is 'creating and building' project based businesses. Established in 1998, McConnell Property is owned by the McConnell family. Our hands-on experience gives us an appreciation of all aspects of property development. With expertise in residential, commercial and industrial master planning and hotel operations, McConnell Property has established itself as one of New Zealand's leading and respected developers.