Allens – Melbourne Workspace Project & Temporary Works

MBM Project Lead

David Madden

Client Name

Carmichael Tompkins Property Group (CTPG)

Sector

Commercial

Timeline

2023 – 2025

Project Value

Confidential/ 9,179 sqm (5 levels)

MBM Project Team

  • David Madden – Director
  • Ivy Chen – Associate
  • Vincent Yong – Senior QS
  • Aakriti Ghimire – QS

Services Provided

MBM is currently providing early concept design cost plan for both temporary works and main refurbishment with full quantity services to be provided for the duration of the project.

Project Background and Scope

Allens, a leading Australian and international law firm, has a distinguished history of over 200 years, shaping legislation and industry standards in the Asia region.
Allens, tenants at 101 Collins Street since 2012, will extend their lease. They’ve occupied parts of L33 and L35 to L39, with L37 as the client floor. The new deal includes L35 to L39, possibly expanding to L40. Major refurbishments are planned, especially on the client floor, but existing stairs remain. Floors will get bathroom and lobby upgrades. Construction will use a step-by-step, lump sum method, allowing Allens to operate without disruption.

Project Challenges

  • Refurbishment of the existing premises required a staged approach, including the use of swing space to minimise disruption to daily operations.
  • There was a significant risk of cost blowouts, as early works were required to relocate the Comms Room to Level 35 and reconfigure the Level 37 client floor to temporarily accommodate staff while refurbishment works were carried out on the main work floor.
  • The design scope had the potential to exceed the available budget, necessitating close management of scope and costs throughout the project

MBM Solutions

  • Utilised MBM Metrics to establish a reliable initial budget and provide accurate scenario-based costings during the early planning phase.
  • Implemented targeted cost-risk mitigation strategies to manage unforeseen fitout expenses.
  • Assisted the client in negotiations with contractors and suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies and maintain financial control.
  • Facilitated value management sessions with consultants and the client to ensure the design outcome remained consistent with both the functional requirements and the approved budget.