We work with our clients, exploring industry networks to unlock new development opportunities and available sites. Gallagher Jeffs bring a wealth of experience and protocol when undertaking detailed due diligence services, identifying development risks and opportunities. We focus on risk mitigation, potential to unlock improved performance, and reasonably representing forecast commercial viability.

We prepare Development Briefs, being a concise document to capture the client’s strategy, requirements and objectives. Following the completion of the Development Brief, we are able to undertake highest & best use studies to optimise development potential, principally testing TP controls, and market / sector performance comparatively. Gallagher Jeffs work with the project Architect to prepare design schemes which seek to maximise yield and development returns.

We have a wealth of market intelligence and depth of experience across multiple market sectors. We have access to current industry research and analysis. Additionally we are able to collaborate with specialist research consultants to identify supply / demand metrics for a developments location, and refine the product offering according to market feedback. As part of the market research, we facilitate a competitor analysis to direct the product offering to a point of difference.

Our team are proficient at compiling development feasibility modelling, used as a tool by our clients principally to validate and optimise the commercial viability of the project. As the design evolves, we make progressive refinements to the feasibility modelling. We run comparative sensitivities to compare inputs and to ensure the most appropriate assumptions and allowances are adopted to provide forecasts with an appropriate risk profile.

Typical areas of focus are noted below, but are not limited to:

• Design documentation efficiency and verification of development concept optimisation (eg. NSA or NLA vs GFA)
• Construction cost estimates
• Revenue forecasting for the local market / property sector
• Town Planning controls, permit applications or amendments, and authority development contributions

We play a key role in establishing town planning phase strategies and pathways, to optimise masterplan yields and permit application results, in coordination with specialist Town Planning consultant teams. We analyse authority constraints and seek to develop a master plan which maximises development performance against Town Planning controls, and best align the product to meet forecast market demand. Gallagher Jeffs take a proactive approach when liaising with consultant teams, and engage with authorities to ensure the most efficient approval outcomes are achieved.

We can assist with establishment and coordination of the sales and marketing strategy and activities, to ensure the revenue stream for the development is maximised, and that pre commencement hurdles are realised. Gallagher Jeffs work collaboratively with the clients marketing and sales agencies, to coordinate the product offering through design development and construction phases.

We can facilitate our clients development funding requirements, via introductions to financiers, and assist clients in collation of funding applications. Our team are able to prepare feasibility models for the purposes of finance applications, with careful attention to finance structures, LVRs, peak debt levels, and development cashflows etc.

We work with our clients to ensure all required reporting aligns with their internal systems and protocol. Our team are proficient at chairing development PCG meetings and design consultant meetings, to drive team efficiency and promote optimal project results.

GJ has established strict protocols and processes to deliver cladding rectification works across multiple asset classes. We have been entrusted by Cladding Safety Victoria (CSV) to deliver several high-risk projects as prioritised by CSV. Our services include:

• Inspection and recommendations
• Design Management
• Procurement
• Program management
• Project meetings and reporting
• Project Close out

Changes in Australian standards have seen a number of balustrade systems requiring adjustments to bring them to code. Our team can provide advice on the following:

• Bring up to compliance
• Balustrade glass replacement
  • unsafe manufacturing
  • shattering glass panels

As buildings age, they can develop water proofing issues. These issues can arise from weathering, insufficient maintenance and poor-quality construction. Our team can support with the following:

• Façade water proofing
• Membrane issues
• Basement leaking
• Roof leaks
  

Unfortunately, during construction or sometime after, buildings can develop a number of concrete structural issues. These can be caused by incorrect installation methods, under engineering or poor-quality installation. Our team can assist building owners and managers in rectifying the following types of issues:

• Concrete cancer
• Under engineering structural issues
• Concrete façade breaking

Following years of use, building common and community areas require upgrades these can include:

• Lobby and hallway upgrades
• Common area facilities such as BBQs, cinema rooms and gardens

Management of these projects can be complicated and time-consuming. Leveraging upon our in-house expertise and experience, we can streamline the following types of projects for Owners Corporations:

• Mechanical system upgrades
• Electrical upgrades
• Hydraulic including sewerage works