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Management

Expert oversight of your construction project from design completion through to handover. We coordinate consultants, manage builders, and ensure your project stays on track—on time and on budget.

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210+
Projects Managed
95%
On-Time Delivery
15+
Years Experience
$120M+
Projects Delivered
Sammi Lian, Principal Architect
Sammi Lian Principal Architect · ARBV Registered
Key Facts

SQM Architects has delivered over 210 development projects across Melbourne with a 98% planning approval rate. Our team of ARBV-registered architects brings 15+ years of experience navigating Victorian planning requirements, helping developers across Melbourne's suburbs realise value from their sites.

What We Manage

Project Management Services

Comprehensive oversight and coordination throughout your construction project.

Program Development

Create realistic construction programs with clear milestones and dependencies.

Consultant Coordination

Manage all consultants—structural, civil, hydraulic, electrical—ensuring coordinated documentation.

Builder Liaison

Act as your representative with builders—answering queries, reviewing claims, managing variations.

Budget Control

Track project expenditure against budget. Manage cost variations and maintain financial oversight.

Quality Assurance

Regular site inspections to verify construction quality and compliance with approved drawings.

Progress Reporting

Regular reports on construction progress, upcoming milestones, and any issues requiring attention.

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Success in Melbourne's eastern suburbs requires architects who understand both the planning requirements and the council's design expectations.
Sammi Lian, Principal Architect
Sammi Lian Principal Architect, ARBV Registered
Why Use Project Management

The Value We Deliver

01

Single Point of Contact

One person managing your entire project. No chasing multiple consultants or trying to coordinate builders yourself.

02

Expert Representation

Technical expertise when dealing with builders. We speak their language and can identify issues before they become costly problems.

03

Timeline Protection

Proactive monitoring keeps your project on schedule. Early warning of delays and strategies to get back on track.

04

Cost Control

Independent review of variations and claims. Ensuring you only pay for legitimate work at fair prices.

How It Works

Our Project Management Process

1

Project Setup

Establish project governance, communication protocols, and reporting frameworks. Define key milestones and success criteria.

2

Pre-Construction

Coordinate final documentation, contractor procurement if required, and pre-commencement requirements.

3

Construction Phase

Regular site visits, progress meetings, RFI management, and quality inspections throughout the build.

4

Financial Management

Review progress claims, manage variations, and maintain budget tracking throughout construction.

5

Practical Completion

Defect inspections, practical completion certification, and handover documentation coordination.

6

Defects Liability

Ongoing defect management during liability period, final inspections, and certificate of final completion.

Who Benefits

Ideal For

Multi-Dwelling Developments

Townhouse and apartment projects with multiple units requiring coordinated delivery.

Time-Critical Projects

Projects with firm deadlines, pre-sales commitments, or financing conditions.

Busy Developers

Developers with multiple projects or limited time to manage construction directly.

Common Questions

Project Management FAQs

Our project management service covers program development, consultant coordination, builder liaison, quality inspections, budget tracking, and progress reporting. We act as your single point of contact throughout construction.
Project management is typically charged as a percentage of construction value, ranging from 3-5% depending on project complexity. We provide a fixed quote upfront so you know exactly what to budget.
Ideally before construction begins—during the contractor procurement phase. This allows us to set up proper project governance, review contracts, and establish reporting frameworks from day one.
Yes, we can step in at any stage of construction. We'll review existing documentation, assess current progress, and establish proper management procedures going forward.
Weekly during active construction phases, plus attendance at all key milestone inspections and progress claim assessments. Site visit frequency is tailored to your project's needs and construction stage.
Planning Resources

Official Development Planning Guides

Victorian Planning Provisions

Access the complete VPP including Clause 54 (one dwelling), Clause 55 (two+ dwellings), and ResCode standards.

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DTP Planning Guides

Official Department of Transport and Planning guides for residential development, subdivisions, and permit applications.

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ResCode Standards

Residential development standards for setbacks, overlooking, overshadowing, private open space, and car parking.

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Building Regulations

Victorian Building Authority regulations, National Construction Code compliance, and building permit requirements.

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