74 | BUILDING G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects Karen Phelps Medium density projects a specialty G.J. Gardiner Homes Manukau Major Projects specialises in medium density residential developments, like this recently completed 54-house project in Richmond, Mt Wellington. G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects specialises in medium density residential development in the Manukau and Central Auckland areas and has a number of projects currently underway for clients from retirement villages to multi unit developments. Business Development Manager Ramy Salim says that G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects is one of the ‘wholesale’ build franchises within the G.J. Gardner network and works for clients such as community housing providers, iwi, church groups and a large number of developers. A recently completed project is the Brough Road townhouses in Alfriston, a mix of 25 one and two bedroom homes situated over multiple blocks. The two storey homes were designed to be compact yet functional and Rami says the main challenge, and where G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects added real value, was delivering affordable homes at a price point targeted to first home buyers. “We bring fresh thinking to projects, taking time to understand the objectives and finding a better way forward, adding value from concept to completion,” says Ramy, noting this project was delivered early and on budget. Other projects that G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects has completed recently include 54 houses in Richmond, Mt Wellington and 11 homes in Otahuhu. Projects currently underway include building 34 retirement villas in Clevedon and nine three level walk up homes in Puroto Street in Meadowbank for a community housing provider. Ramy says that G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects has approximately 200 homes in tender stage at the moment including an 80-unit project. He says that projects are often started prior to the building consent stage allowing the G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects design team to undertake value engineering and the necessary design changes for the client. G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects was established in 2003 and the current business owners are Byron Naude, Jeremy Waters and Dougal Paterson who each brings unique skills to the partnership. General Manager Byron joined the Manukau Major Projects team over four years ago and has more than 25 years of experience in the construction industry. He oversees the day to day running of the business. Jeremy has a valuation background and during his 25 years in the property sector, has specialised in project management and project delivery, master-planning and strategic advice. Dougal has over 20 years in the project and property industry, leading teams across multiple markets and has particular strengths in the innovation and design spaces. A highly qualified team supports them with significant experience in larger residential build projects. Ramy says clear communication with the wider project team is prioritised and team culture focuses on a positive and proactive approach. Health and safety is another priority and major investment in this area by G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects was recognised when it won the Site Safe New Zealand best health and safety initiative by a small business award at the 2021 Safeguard competition. The annual awards are organised by Safeguard magazine and proudly supported by WorkSafe New Zealand and ACC. The G.J. Gardner Homes Health and Safety in Design programme that won it the award uses an approach to refine its risk assessments so that its designers are pointing out potential health and safety implications early in the process. G.J. Gardner Homes Manukau Major Projects also won the 2019 Site Safe best health and safety initiative by a business of no more than 50 staff category at the New Zealand Workplace Health and Safety Awards. The award recognised the company’s unique Mental Health and Wellness Programme when, as part of a WorkSafe SafePlus assessment, it identified work related stress and fatigue as issues. SERVICES INCLUDING: FLOORCOVERING Flooring can completely change the feel of a commerical or residential space. That’s why getting it right is so important. We have nearly 40 years’ experience in doing just that; delivering a quality product to our clients. For all your carpet, timber or vinyl needs contact us. P r o u d l y a s s o c i a t e d w i t h G J G a r d n e r H o m e s o n t h e B r o u g h R d To w n h o u s e s P r o j e c t 09 638 4949 sales@lovichfloors.co.nz 19C Edwin Street, Mt Eden PO Box 56-106, Dominion Rd, Auckland 1446 Showroom by appointment
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