The Six Steps to Take Now to Develop a Successful Project
There’s a lot of frustration and chaos in the property development industry now. So many moving parts that are affecting how builders, buyers, stakeholders,…
The Hardest Stage of Any Project for Most Clients
During my career, one thing I’ve discovered is that the toughest time for any client on their project is that period in the project…
How I Make Tough Decisions as a Project Manager
You’re a project manager. Imagine for a minute that you’re in a meeting with your project team, resolving a complicated design issue at the boardroom…
What To Expect During a Negotiation
Construction contract negotiations have always played an important role in the property development process and are significant in resolving the divergent interests of stakeholders. I…
One Key Thing to do Before Lodging a Development Approval
Before lodging your development approval, it’s imperative that you sit down with a sales and marketing professional to discuss the project. This guarantees you’ll…
The Process of Obtaining a Building Approval
A building certifier gets involved during the design of the project and will provide two key deliverables: Preliminary Building Certification Report: This is a review…
Putting Together Your Team for the Development Approval
The primary consultant required for the Development Approval process will be your town planner who will act on your behalf to prepare/submit your development application, coordinate…
The Importance of Getting Funding Advice Early
The best advice about funding? Get advice early in the project lifecycle. We recommend obtaining an indicative funding offer during your feasibility stage. Going through the…
The Impact of Finding the Purpose of Doing What You do
To be truly successful in any industry, you have to ask yourself why you are doing it. Ask yourself what is your purpose in…
Heart Led and Purpose Driven Project Management.
When I first got into the industry I was younger and bullish. I’d be, ‘I know what the right way is’. But I learned…