Revitalising Workplaces: MBM’s Cost Management Supports QBE Office Transformation
QBE, an Australian-based insurance provider, recently debuted their new Brisbane office on Level 18, 300 G
Retail
Maximising value, experience, and commercial performance across retail assets
The retail sector is rapidly evolving, shaped by shifting consumer behaviour, digitisation, and changing urban environments. MBM supports private and institutional clients to deliver high-performing retail spaces that balance commercial returns with operational resilience and tenant experience.
From flagship stores and urban shopping centres to precincts and mixed-use environments, our advice spans every stage of the retail lifecycle. We bring extensive experience across refurbishment, expansion, and new build developments, offering cost certainty, program efficiency, and long-term asset value. Whether upgrading a single tenancy or reimagining an entire centre, our insights help you deliver outcomes that are commercially aligned and operationally sound.
National Projects
Our retail portfolio spans national rollouts, flagship refurbishments, and high-profile retail developments, backed by the confidence of Tier 1 brands and institutions.
MLEI Consulting Engineers
SA
Rob Williamson
Quantity Surveying
Di Jones Consulting
NSW
Xan Duong
Quantity Surveying
Services
We provide commercial clarity and integrated support across all stages of the retail asset lifecycle. From feasibility and procurement to fitout, handover, and long-term asset performance, MBM helps clients optimise value, reduce risk, and deliver consistently high-quality outcomes in a competitive and fast-paced sector.
Quantity Surveying
We deliver cost certainty for high-traffic environments, tight programs, and evolving design briefs, ensuring value is maintained without compromising delivery.
- Cost planning and benchmark pricing
- Feasibility and option studies
- Procurement and contract strategy
- Fitout cost advice for national rollouts
- Cost-to-complete reporting and value engineering
Asset and Facilities Management Advisory
We optimise performance across multi-tenant environments with strategies that enhance operational efficiency, tenant satisfaction, and lifecycle outcomes.
- FM strategy for retail centres and precincts
- Lifecycle costing and maintenance planning
- Shared services modelling
- Performance audits and KPI alignment
- Budget forecasting and FM contract advisory
Building Consultancy
We support tenants, landlords, and owners to understand asset condition, reduce risk, and plan upgrades that align with leasing, compliance, and commercial objectives.
- Technical due diligence for acquisitions/disposals
- Condition audits and make good schedules
- Retail-specific schedules of condition
- Compliance and defect reviews for existing assets
- Upgrade planning for tenancy transitions
Tax and Asset Services
We deliver tax, depreciation, and capital allowances strategies that protect returns, streamline reporting, and support asset performance.
- Depreciation schedules
- Fixed assets register creation & management
- Proprietary database
- Bespoke reporting formats
- Tax compliance
Expert Witness
Our expert witness team supports informed resolution of construction-related disputes through credible, independent analysis grounded in decades of industry experience.
- Pre-litigation advice
- Defect rectification
- Contract disputes
- Schedule of payments
Industry Reports & News
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MBM’s Contributes to the 205 North Quay Towers Development
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