Expert Development Management Services

Our Development Management Process

At Forge Development, we manage every phase of your project — from initial concept and site acquisition to approvals, construction and handover — with clarity, structure and commercial insight. Whether you’re delivering a multi-lot subdivision or a complex mixed-use site, we act as your dedicated partner to ensure timelines, budgets and outcomes are achieved with confidence.

Our services include:

  • Site sourcing and acquisition support
  • Feasibility studies and ROI forecasting
  • Authority approvals and stakeholder engagement
  • Consultant team procurement and coordination
  • Design management and value engineering
  • Cost planning and program control
  • Contract administration and delivery oversight
  • Risk mitigation and contingency planning
  • Post-completion advisory and asset strategy

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FAQs
Development Management

Thinking about your next project?

These FAQs cover the most common questions we hear from clients — helping you understand the value of development management, when to engage us, and how we help de-risk your investment from day one.

What is development management, and how does it benefit my project?

Development management is the end-to-end coordination of a project—from site acquisition and approvals to design, delivery, and sales. It ensures your project runs efficiently, stays on budget, and meets its commercial goals.

At what stage should I engage a development manager?

The earlier, the better. Involving a development manager from day one means smarter decisions around site potential, risk, feasibility, and strategy—long before costly commitments are made.

How does Forge Development manage risks and timelines during a project?

We build strong project frameworks from the outset, with clear milestones, experienced consultants, and tight cost control. Risks are identified early, with mitigation strategies tailored to each stage.

Can Forge Development oversee both residential and commercial developments?

Yes. Our team has experience across residential subdivisions, townhouses, mixed-use developments, and commercial sites—applying a strategic, scalable approach to every asset class.

What’s the difference between project management and development management?

Project management typically focuses on delivery and construction. Development management takes a broader view—overseeing everything from planning, finance, and procurement to execution and exit.

From initial site assessment to final approvals, Forge gave us structure, insight, and the kind of straight-talking advice that’s hard to find in this industry.

— Project Partner, Infill Housing WA

Jeremy Swan
Developments
0400 034 599

Michael Clare
Planning
0412 109 860