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What Can You Expect?
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INDUSTRY EXPERT
Our Industry Experts present on topics relevant to you and address the challenges that you will face on your property development journey
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REAL DEAL
These are members of the community presenting their own deals, showcasing the good / bad and the sometimes 'ugly'
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MASTERMINDING
Our very unique Masterminding process where we help you to overcome your current challenges so that you can achieve a successful return
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+ NETWORKING
Don't forget the after meeting drinks...where many a JV partnership is found and at times this part can go for as long as the formal meeting, so be sure to get a 'leave pass' to join us!
Boosting Efficiency In Civil Works (BB Civil) + 55 Lot Subdivision (Jim Valery)
Bringing together the collective knowledge & experience of your local community to assist you in progressing on your Property Development journey.
Jan Bodnaruk - BB Civil
Jan is a Chartered Civil Engineer CPEng and RPEQ, Fellow of Engineers Australia (FIEAust) and has completed his MBA. He is the Director of BB Civil, who is committed to delivering Community Benefits and aspects that maximise economic and social opportunities across all their projects. Jan sets a business culture that successfully delivers customers’ projects on time, within budget and to the highest level of safety, quality and value.
Industry Expert
Boosting Efficiency In Civil Works! BB Civil (Jan Bodnaruk)
Think your deal stacks up? Think again.
Too many developers get caught out by one of the most misunderstood and underestimated parts of a project: civil construction. You find a cracking site, punch the numbers into a feasibility study, and it almost works... until the real costs come in and your profit margin vanishes.
The biggest killer? Relying on outdated assumptions, ignoring economies of scale, or not knowing when to bring in the civil contractors. And don’t even get us started on lump sum vs provisional sums, that’s a trap waiting to explode your budget.
This month’s Industry Expert Jan Bodnaruk from BB Civil is diving deep into the world of Civil Constructability, demystifying costs, timelines, risks and opportunities at a level every mum-and-dad and even seasoned developer needs to hear.
You’ll discover:
• How delaying your start can accelerate your finish
• The real difference between Lump Sum, Provisional & Prime Costs
• What construction costs to realistically expect
• The 3 biggest risks (and 3 biggest opportunities) at any site
• And the action step you can take right now to avoid blowing your budget
• Why momentum matters more than you think
Whether you’re trying to avoid the common mistakes or finally want to understand what your civil contractor is quoting you, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to stack deals properly and profitably.
If you’re serious about getting your head around the civil side of development, don’t miss this session. It could be the difference between a project that flies… and one that flops.
Think your deal stacks up? Think again.
Too many developers get caught out by one of the most misunderstood and underestimated parts of a project: civil construction. You find a cracking site, punch the numbers into a feasibility study, and it almost works... until the real costs come in and your profit margin vanishes.
The biggest killer? Relying on outdated assumptions, ignoring economies of scale, or not knowing when to bring in the civil contractors. And don’t even get us started on lump sum vs provisional sums, that’s a trap waiting to explode your budget.
This month’s Industry Expert Jan Bodnaruk from BB Civil is diving deep into the world of Civil Constructability, demystifying costs, timelines, risks and opportunities at a level every mum-and-dad and even seasoned developer needs to hear.
You’ll discover:
• How delaying your start can accelerate your finish
• The real difference between Lump Sum, Provisional & Prime Costs
• What construction costs to realistically expect
• The 3 biggest risks (and 3 biggest opportunities) at any site
• And the action step you can take right now to avoid blowing your budget
• Why momentum matters more than you think
Whether you’re trying to avoid the common mistakes or finally want to understand what your civil contractor is quoting you, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to stack deals properly and profitably.
If you’re serious about getting your head around the civil side of development, don’t miss this session. It could be the difference between a project that flies… and one that flops.
Jim Valery
With over $50,000,000 worth of property deals undertaken Jim’s creativity in deals stands out. He previously worked as a coal miner, then went on as the Queensland Secretary of the Coal Miners Union. Here he developed a passion for collective approaches in real estate and maintaining prosperous relationships. Jim strongly believes in self-education and has undertaken several property educational courses. Volunteer work is where Jim thrives. By sharing ideas and working with JV partners, he drives the company mindset of providing for others before themselves. He regularly speaks at educational property events, using his past projects as the root of his lessons. His newly established Property Plug In (PPI) also provides Jim with the ability to share ideas and assist others in a mutually beneficial manner.
'Real Deal' Presentation
1 into 55 Lot Subdivision (Jim Valery)
59,921m2, Boondall Brisbane City Council, Queensland
Think you’ve found the perfect site? Think again.
You’ve spotted a site with serious potential… but it’s messy. Multiple owners, tricky negotiations, council red tape, and civil works that make your head spin. Sound familiar?
For most mum-and-dad developers, a deal like that is a hard no. Too risky, too complex, too many unknowns. Blow the budget or get stuck in council and suddenly you’re out of your depth and out of cash.
But this month’s Real Deal speaker Jim Valery saw things differently. With smart negotiation, delayed settlements, and a staged approach to due diligence, he tackled a 55-lot subdivision deal that most wouldn’t touch and walked away with a huge profit… without even turning a shovel.
You’ll hear how he:
· Structured delayed settlements to manage risk
· Negotiated with multiple landowners and got a neighbour on board
· Identified the site’s hidden value
· De-risked a high-stakes project step by step
· Navigated slow council approvals and cost blowouts
· Sold the site with DA for a multimillion-dollar exit
If you want to learn how to break down complex deals, minimise exposure, and walk away with serious profit, this is the Real Deal you can’t afford to miss.
59,921m2, Boondall Brisbane City Council, Queensland
Think you’ve found the perfect site? Think again.
You’ve spotted a site with serious potential… but it’s messy. Multiple owners, tricky negotiations, council red tape, and civil works that make your head spin. Sound familiar?
For most mum-and-dad developers, a deal like that is a hard no. Too risky, too complex, too many unknowns. Blow the budget or get stuck in council and suddenly you’re out of your depth and out of cash.
But this month’s Real Deal speaker Jim Valery saw things differently. With smart negotiation, delayed settlements, and a staged approach to due diligence, he tackled a 55-lot subdivision deal that most wouldn’t touch and walked away with a huge profit… without even turning a shovel.
You’ll hear how he:
· Structured delayed settlements to manage risk
· Negotiated with multiple landowners and got a neighbour on board
· Identified the site’s hidden value
· De-risked a high-stakes project step by step
· Navigated slow council approvals and cost blowouts
· Sold the site with DA for a multimillion-dollar exit
If you want to learn how to break down complex deals, minimise exposure, and walk away with serious profit, this is the Real Deal you can’t afford to miss.
Pricing & Ticket Options
Pricing & Ticket Options
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
July 19, 2025
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