The redevelopment of Harbourside will reimagine the Darling Harbour waterfront for the 21st century.
THE PROJECT AT A GLANCE
- Client
- Mirvac
- Project Value
- $2b
- Location
- Darling Harbour, Sydney
- Services
- Independent Certification
- Completion
- 2026
The 87,000 sqm mixed-use development comprises 45,000m2 of commercial space and a 43-storey residential tower that sits above the podium.
The site has 10,000m2 of public domain, a proposed 3,500 sqm waterfront garden, and a widened promenade.
Essence’s role as Independent Certifier is to provide a professional and independent approach to the assessment and certification of various obligations, including:
- Progress inspections.
- Confirming achievement of practical completion.
- Confirming the developer has satisfied its obligations.
- Confirming works have been completed satisfactorily and defect-free.
- Extensions of time.
THE PROJECT AT A GLANCE
- Client
- Mirvac
- Project Value
- $2b
- Location
- Darling Harbour, Sydney
- Services
- Independent Certification
- Completion
- 2026
Complexities
- Landmark project within the CBD environment
- Complexities of three uses within one project envelope, including commercial, retail & residential
- Construction staging and staged completion/occupation
Benefits
- Provision of extensive IC experience
- Application of staging experience
- Risk identification and resolution with ongoing management
- Knowledge and development on leasehold land and processes of Place Management NSW