Advisory Services.

Clarity before capital is committed.

We provide structured construction feasibility and strategic advisory services across the Gold Coast and South-East Queensland , helping you test viability, identify risk and make confident decisions before project progresses.

Clarity before capital is committed.

We provide structured construction feasibility and strategic advisory services across the Gold Coast and South-East Queensland , helping you test viability, identify risk and make confident decisions before project progresses.

How we support early-stage decisions

Construction Feasibility studies

We evaluate site constraints, planning considerations, authority requirements and delivery strategy to ensure your project is commercially sound before progressing.

Cost planning & benchmarking

We provide independent cost planning grounded in real market data, testing design intent against budget early to prevent misalignment later.

Risk identification & allocation

We identify commercial, contractual and programme risks early, establishing clear mitigation strategies before they impact delivery.

Strategic procurement advisory

We guide procurement strategy, contract selection and delivery models to align with your objectives, risk profile and funding structures.

Connected to delivery, not
just advice

We don’t stop at feasibility. Our advisory connects directly into development management, client-side project management and quantity surveying. This continuity ensures feasibility assumptions hold through delivery – protecting your budget, programme and overall project performance.

Notable Projects

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Harbour Shores - Masterplan Community

  • Gold Coast
  • Residential
  • Under Construction
The Monaco

  • Complete
  • Gold Coast
  • Residential
West Mall & Australian Designer Mall - Harbour Town Premium Outlets

  • Gold Coast
  • Retail
  • Under Construction

  • Residential
  • Under Construction
BP & Guzman y Gomez - Home Focus Pimpama

  • Complete
  • Gold Coast
  • Retail
Medical Centre - Home Focus Pimpama

  • Complete
  • Gold Coast
  • Retail

Harbour Shores – Masterplan Community

Harbour Shores is a master-planned neighbourhood over 16 hectares, and includes multiple mid rise, high end apartments, waterfront villas with amenities comprising pool lagoon, tennis court and gym, marina, and public parks including play equipment. Construction works are underway, with Crest undertaking Project Management, Cost Management and Superintendent Services. This entails managing multiple complex contracts simultaneously to ensure seamless delivery.

Location
Biggera Waters, Gold Coast
Sector
Residential
Project Value
$650M
Status
Under Construction

Service Provided:

Harbour Shores - Masterplan Community

The Monaco

Crest was engaged as Superintendent for construction of a new 25 storey residential highrise at Main Beach. The development comprises one full-floor apartment per level, three levels of basement parking, and resident amenities located on the ground floor, Level 3, and the rooftop. The project was delivered under a Design and Construct contract. Despite several contractual and construction-related disputes encountered throughout the delivery phase, these were positively managed, and the project reached successful completion in July 2024.

Location
Main Beach, Gold Coast
Sector
Residential
Project Value
$50M
Status
Complete

Service Provided:

The Monaco

West Mall & Australian Designer Mall – Harbour Town Premium Outlets

Crest is engaged as the Project Manager, Superintendent and QS on the refurbishment of the Western Mall and creation of the Australian Design Mall at Harbour Town Premium Outlets. The works include replacing existing walkways with agg concrete and tile inserts; refurbishment of the existing sail structures; seating areas with planters, fountain and play area, with landscaping and services. Given the project’s location within a busy, operational shopping centre, careful planning and programming were essential to minimise disruption and ensure safety of all centres retailers and customers.

Location
Biggera Waters, Gold Coast
Sector
Retail
Project Value
$9M
Status
Under Construction

Service Provided:

West Mall & Australian Designer Mall - Harbour Town Premium Outlets

Cienna Two Varsity Lakes

Crest was engaged as Financier QS for the construction of Stage 2 of the Cienna Development at Varsity Lakes. Stage 2 comprises the construction of two residential apartment towers including three levels of basement car park, a managers unit, common areas, pool and external hard and soft landscaping, with a total of 289 apartments.

Location
Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast
Sector
Residential
Project Value
$126M
Status
Under Construction

Service Provided:

BP & Guzman y Gomez – Home Focus Pimpama

Part of the Home Focus Development included construction of a new BP Service Station at Pimpama with all construction needing to align with the BP guidelines. The project also included two retail tenancies, including a Guzman y Gomez food outlet, which have separate specified agreements for lease requirements.

Location
Pimpama, Gold Coast
Sector
Retail
Project Value
$5M
Status
Complete

Service Provided:

BP & Guzman y Gomez - Home Focus Pimpama

Medical Centre – Home Focus Pimpama

Part of the larger Home Focus Development including Bunnings, BP, Officeworks and retail outlets at Pimpama.

Location
Pimpama, Gold Coast
Sector
Retail
Project Value
$6M
Status
Complete

Service Provided:

Medical Centre - Home Focus Pimpama

Why early advisory matters

The greatest risks in construction rarely appear during delivery – they emerge in the decisions made before a project begins. Unverified budgets, optimistic timelines and incomplete risk planning can undermine even well-managed developments.

Early advisory replaces uncertainty with clarity, giving you a defined and commercially grounded path forward.

Who we work with

We work with organisations seeking clarity before committing
capital – and confidence as projects move forward.

  • Developers
  • Investors
  • Asset owners
  • Education providers
  • Commercial operators
  • Financiers
  • Balmain Investment Management
  • Harbour Town Premium Outlets
  • ANZ
  • Frizelle Sunshine Automotive
  • Baycrown
  • NAB
  • HCP Constructive Finance
  • St Hilda's School Gold Coast
  • Rayjon Group
  • Home Focus
  • Lewis Land Group
  • GPS Development Finance
  • Twin Towns Clubs & Resorts
  • Westpac
  • Lords Lutheran College
  • The Southport School
  • Mantra Twin Towns
  • St Andrews Lutheran College
  • Redeemer Lutheran College
Advisory services – your next decision

Make your next decision with confidence

Before acquisition or design progression, ensure your assumptions are tested against real costs, risks and delivery outcomes Connect with Crest to discuss your project.

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FAQ's

A construction feasibility study assesses whether a proposed development is commercially viable based on realistic construction costs, programme duration, planning constraints and risk allocation. It tests assumptions before capital is committed.

By grounding feasibility in current market data and structured analysis, clients gain clarity and reduce exposure to unforeseen cost escalation or delivery delays.

Strategic construction advisory services should be engaged prior to site acquisition or during early concept planning. Early involvement ensures feasibility assumptions are validated and risks are identified before commitments are made.

This proactive approach strengthens funding confidence and improves long-term delivery outcomes.

Feasibility analysis benchmarks proposed design intent against current construction costs and delivery conditions. It identifies discrepancies early and enables informed decision-making before detailed design progresses.

By aligning scope and budget from the outset, projects avoid late-stage cost realignment and programme disruption.

Development feasibility analysis reviews planning constraints, site conditions, authority requirements, procurement strategy and delivery sequencing. It ensures projects are structured correctly before moving into detailed documentation.

This structured approach reduces uncertainty and strengthens commercial positioning prior to procurement.

Yes. Crest integrates advisory services with development management, project management and cost management, ensuring continuity between early feasibility and structured delivery.

This integration protects initial assumptions and maintains commercial alignment throughout the lifecycle of the project.