Our approach typically comprises:

Development Appraisal– Analysis of highest- and best-use, market demands, site constraints and opportunities, budgets, timeframes and risks with recommendation outlining the development identified as having the highest return on investment.

Development Planning– Strategy for the design and delivery of the Development encompassing the design, planning, contractor appointment, construction. The strategy considers the financing, marketing, sales and leasing as relevant to the development.

Procurement Strategy– Developing a procurement strategy outlining the procurement route to be adopted when considering the development objectives and Client’s risk profile.

Risk Management– Managing risk throughout the development period which identifies all potential risks affecting the design and delivery of the development, so they can be mitigated or avoided altogether.

Building & Managing the Team– A development project potentially requires a multi-disciplinary professional team, Cygnet works with the Client to identify the best people to fulfil the various roles and manages their appointments.  We manage and coordinate the activities of the professional team to develop the design and obtain the necessary permissions and approvals of local authorities.

On-going Appraisal Review– Risks, opportunities and other challenges arise throughout the development process. Cygnet regularly reviews the baseline development appraisal to identify how changes to the base assumptions affects the investment performance of the scheme and advises on remedial actions accordingly.

Marketing, Sales and Leasing– Cygnet will develop a strategy and manage the marketing, sales and leasing reconciled with key-milestones and the finance strategy.

Operations– Cygnet will advise on the property management structure for on-going operations of the completed development.