We maximise cost savings, resolve problems, develop realistic timelines and assess performance against budget. The result is the realisation of each project’s full potential. Robert Luxmoore being positioned as more of a strategic property and projects adviser, helping clients to realise value from the development of their assets. We are confident that whatever the scale of our involvement in your project, the value of our experience will exceed its cost. Undeniably, property development involves risk. But most of that risk is manageable by thorough due diligence, which in turn is largely a function of experienced specialist consultants. At Robert Luxmoore we place enormous importance on painstaking due diligence.
Importantly, we have a thorough knowledge of today’s increasingly complex planning environment, whether this involves re-zonings or planning approval work. We strategically assess each site’s development possibilities. We understand micro issues such as land contamination and remediation – problems that can rapidly turn promising deals into expensive mistakes. Robert Luxmoore works with clients to realise each project’s full potential. Central to this is knowledge of what town planners will accept. Many good property deals never eventuate because of poor master plans. Too often master plans understate the permissible usage of a site, compromising a project’s full potential. Through each stage of the project we provide the following services:
Initiation
Develop the project’s objectives. Master plan and feasibility Review options for the site to determine the best possible use.
Planning
Ascertain planning, building constraints including authorities and adjoining owners.
Sales & Marketing
Co-ordinate sales and marketing consultants and agents with the design and legal team.
Design
Manage the Design Development process to meet the client’s intended brief and budget.
Tender & Award
Assess potential tenderers and their bids and make suitable recommendations and contract award.
Construction
Provide contract management and administration during construction.
Handover & Settlement
Manage the commissioning, handover and settlement process.
Control technique
Robert Luxmoore employs the following techniques to manage and control a project’s design and construction:
Project Team Management
We select and appoint the most appropriate project team, including the key planning consultant. We assign responsibilities and provide leadership and direction for a project’s duration.
Market Analysis
We manage the carrying out and extensive market research.
Scope Management
We define and control what will be included in a project. This ensures that all team members on the project and the ramifications of potential changes.
Time Management
We aim to ensure that all projects are completed on or before time. This is achieved by setting realistic time objectives and monitoring progress so that corrective action can be taken when necessary.
Cost Management
We control costs against budget and include forecasts for the final cost which include potential variances. This ensures that projects are completed within approved budgets.
Quality Management
We ensure that completed projects comply with initial briefs, and satisfy clients’ requirements.
Communications Management
We ensure that project information is collected and disseminated in a timely fashion to project members. This includes controlling project meetings, documenting all communications and preventing communication breakdowns.
Risk Management
We identify, analyse and respond to project risks. We allocate project risks to those parties who can control them best.
Contract Procurement Management
We define and control what will be included in a project. This ensures that all team members on the project understand the extent of the project and the ramifications of potential changes.
The team
Simon Reed
Managing Director
Simon has considerable expertise in both real estate and property development. After gaining early sales experience with several real estate firms he took a senior role with the city sales department of a leading Melbourne company, where he drove major property sales and marketing projects. Simon then joined a development and construction company as Group Development Manager, with national
responsibilities including the identification, evaluation and management of development opportunities. He then joined Robert Luxmoore – his family’s company as Managing Director. Simon has extensive experience with the initial evaluation of major projects and developments, as well as the coordination of strategies for town planning and re-zoning processes.
John Eggleston
Senior Project Manager
John brings more than 30 years’ experience to the Robert Luxmoore team. His knowledge spans the construction industry, having been involved in many projects, both large and small, in capital cities and regional centers, from commercial and industrial to institutional.
John’s various roles with national construction companies and local builders
and developers have given him valuable experience in all aspects of the industry, from contract administration through to project management and business development. John drives results via his ability to generate teamwork and a common purpose among all stakeholders, with an emphasis on striving to meet clients’ needs.
Emanuele Raffaele
Project Manager
Emanuele brings 9 years of Contract Administration and Project Management experience from project delivery with head contractors, from both commercial builders and civil/infrastructure contractors. His experience covers vast sectors including education, residential and industrial subdivisions, roads and infrastructure, apartments complexes, retail/supermarkets, retirement & aged care and fast-food outlets.
Since joining Robert Luxmoore in 2011, he has developed the client-side project management role to continue his developing skills whilst using the previously acquired knowledge to excel in project delivery.
His development and involvement now include front-end works such as consultant and design team management, authority liaison, due diligence, financial control, risk management and strategic planning. He has also gained experience in the renewable energy sector and golf & sports facilities, further enhancing his wide abilities to manage successful projects.
Emanuele has become accredited as an EnviroDevelopment Professional, which provides him with an unparalleled opportunity to influence the future direction of the delivery of cutting edge sustainable development practices. He has also completed introductory courses with GreenStar Australia to fully understand sustainability in design and delivery.
Will Reed
Project Manager
Will has a proven track record of delivering successful outcomes in diverse industries. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, Will excels at overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to completion. Possessing a blend of technical expertise and exceptional communication skills, Will ensures seamless collaboration among cross-functional teams, fostering a dynamic and efficient work environment.
Adept at identifying and mitigating potential risks, Will has consistently met and exceeded project goals, earning a reputation for delivering projects on time and within budget. Will brings a wealth of experience in implementing agile methodologies, optimizing workflows, and driving innovation. Whether leading large-scale initiatives or managing intricate tasks, he is dedicated to achieving excellence and driving organizational success through effective project management.
David Pradd
Assistant Project Manager
David brings years of previous experience as an estimator with a commercial builder, working on a variety of public and private sector projects across Victoria. His experience is multi-disciplinary having started off in estimating progressing onto contract administration and project delivery. David has moved into the client-side project management to continue developing his skills, whilst, utilising the previously acquired contractor-side knowledge to improve project outcomes. This development and involvement now include front-end works such as consultant and design team management, planning, and procurement. This move to client-side project management has allowed him to be practical yet precise in his approach and delivery of client projects.
David excels at creating and executing project plans, meticulously monitoring progress, and swiftly adapting strategies. to overcome any obstacles that arise.
David is well-versed in leveraging modern project management tools and technologies to enhance productivity and streamline processes. David is connected with the latest industry trends and developments, continuously seeking opportunities to improve project outcomes and deliver value to clients. Whether overseeing large-scale projects or managing multiple concurrent initiatives, David consistently demonstrates a commitment to excellence and a passion for delivering outstanding results.
EnviroDevelopment is a scientifically-based assessment scheme that independently reviews development projects and award certification to those that achieve outstanding performance across the provided elements of Ecosystems, Waste, Energy, Materials, Water and Community.
EnviroDevelopment serves to make it easier for purchasers to recognise and, thereby, select more environmentally sustainable development and lifestyles. Certified developments will have been carefully designed to protect the environment and use resource responsibly, whilst offering a range of benefits to homeowners, industry and government.